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Political notebook: Minnesota budget clash continues to grow
By Don Davis Gov. Mark Daytons budget proposal continues to play out in interesting ways, usually with Republicans strongly opposed and Democrats more mildly in support. Rep. Matt Dean, R-Dellwood, ...
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State Farm puts N.D. 11th, Minnesota sixth in odds of hitting a deer
North Dakota ranks 11th nationally in the odds of motorists running into a deer, State Farm insurance company reported today. Thats unchanged from last year, State Farm said, and the odds of hitting ...
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Autumn in Minnesota...with Two French Women at a Winery
The colors and crisp weather make the upper Midwest a land many ought to envy. Something about the air in the autumn makes me feel more alive.In addition, harvest time is a recognition of a summer wel...
Posted on 10/5/12 at 8:31 AM
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Conversation with the sky
I know what it feels like again to stay up till 4 a.m. Friends and I joined the owls and coyotes at the Furtman Farm Star Party near Webster, Wis. for a third of an Earth rotation under the stars. T...
Posted on 9/15/12 at 3:33 PM
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Weekend Finds: Minnesota Maple Syrup and Hand-Rolled Butter
Who would have thought that a favorite find at a food and wine event would be maple syrup? Oh, and butter, too. One of my first vendor stops at the 17th Annual Food and Wine Experience at Target Fiel...
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Food reps impressed by U.S. soy sustainability practices

Most U.S. soybean farmers know they employ sustainable farming methods, such as conservation tillage, cover crops and tactics that help minimize nutrient runoff. Now a group of representatives from global food companies know it, too.

June 16, 2012

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Spring turkey harvest in Minnesota up in 2012; third highest ever

Preliminary harvest numbers show that the 2012 spring turkey harvest of 11,324 is the third-highest ever, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

June 12, 2012

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Knowing cost of production is vital for farmers

Do you know what it costs to produce the crops or livestock raised on your farm? Whether you raise corn, livestock or specialty crops, accurate budgets are crucial in gauging the potential profitability of your operation.

By By Greg Kalinoski- Northland College- Farm Business Management , June 10, 2012

Organic farm directory available to retailers, manufacturers

Minnesota food retailers and manufacturers have a new directory to turn to when searching for organic ingredients grown in the state.

June 09, 2012

Farm Service Agency announces accepted CRP offers in Minnesota

Linda Hennen, executive director for the USDA Minnesota Farm Service Agency (FSA), announced that 99,000 acres were accepted during the 43rd Conservation Reserve Program general signup.

June 07, 2012

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Study examines federal crop subsidies

An analysis of over a million government records pertaining to federal crop insurance has found that in 2011 more than 10,000 individual farming operations have received federal crop insurance premium subsidies ranging from $100,000 to more than $1 million apiece. The analysis found that some 26 farming operations received subsidies of $1 million or more last year.

June 03, 2012

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Farmers urged to be safe in highway right of ways

The Minnesota Department of Transportation reminds farmers that planting crops within rights of way is illegal because as crops grow higher and fuller they can block motorists' vision and create other safety problems.

May 14, 2012

Ag leaders advise consumers shopping for organic foods to look for certified label

As farmers markets begin opening for the season, more Minnesotans will be buying and preparing fresh, locally grown foods. For consumers interested in buying organic products, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) advises looking for the USDA organic label, certifier seal, or asking to see an organic certificate.

May 12, 2012

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Sign-up starts for CRP farm program; biologist hired for Douglas County area

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a four-week Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up, beginning March 12, 2012 and ending on April 6, 2012. There are approximately 1.6 million enrolled CRP acres in Minnesota, with an estimated 292,000 acres set to expire on Sept. 30, 2012.

March 19, 2012

Klobuchar calls for strong farm safety net during farm bill hearing

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar today called for preserving and strengthening the farm safety net for family farmers at a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on the 2012 Farm Bill.

March 15, 2012

Minnesota Corn Growers Association seeks 'Agvocates'

The Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA) is currently seeking applicants for the 2012 Agvocate (Advocates for Agriculture) program set to begin June 1, 2012.

March 11, 2012

Farm safety is in spotlight this week

Agricultural Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) Week, March 4-10, is a good reminder for farmers to review safety procedures to ensure their farms are safe for themselves, their family members and employees.

March 10, 2012

Governor Dayton proclaims March 4-10 Minnesota Agriculture Week

Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed March 4-10 as Minnesota Agriculture Week. The designation is an effort to raise awareness of the positive and important contributions agriculture makes to Minnesota’s economy and its people.

March 03, 2012

Scholarships available to transitioning and recently certified organic farmers

Transitioning to organic farming can present financial uncertainty for farmers, but a special program is available in Minnesota to help them accomplish their goals.

February 27, 2012

Minnesota Farmers Union acts to protect township rights

The Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) full board of directors recently met to discuss agriculture policy. The full board consists of all the MFU county presidents throughout the state.

February 20, 2012

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