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Water, TMDL meeting is Tuesday at Ag Show in Willmar, Minn.

WILLMAR — Kandiyohi County Farm Bureau is sponsoring the informational panel discussion on water issues at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday during the Willmar Ag Show.

By Tribune News , March 12, 2012

Morris, Minn., teacher wins national ag literacy teaching award

ST. PAUL — A Morris teacher has been named one of the nation’s exceptional teachers by the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization. Natasha Mortenson, an agricultural educator and FFA adviser at Morris Area High School, is one of five teachers nationwide to be chosen for this competitive award.

By Tribune News , March 03, 2012

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Cropland values, cash rents higher in 2010

WILLMAR — Following a modest decline in 2009, Minnesota cropland values moved higher again in 2010. Meanwhile, average cash rental rates for Minnesota cropland continued their uninterrupted and steady upward climb.

By Wes Nelson, FSA executive director , September 11, 2010

Pasture walk is Tuesday at Morris

MORRIS — There will be a pasture walk and workshop next week to learn about grazing pasture management and the requirements under the National Organic Rule. This event will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the West Central Research & Outreach Center in Morris.

By Tribune News , August 28, 2010

Watch for late-season soybean diseases

ST. PAUL — Although the weather this summer has been good for soybean growth in much of Minnesota, the same weather has favored development of soybean diseases.

By Dean Malvick, University of Minnesota Extension , August 28, 2010

88 percent of U.S. farms considered small family farms

WILLMAR — Despite the fact that large-scale farming operations now produce the bulk of our nation’s agricultural products, a recent study found that a vast majority of the farms in the United States are owned by what the U.S. Department of Agriculture defines as small family farming operations.

By Wes Nelson, Farm Service Agency executive director , August 28, 2010

Latest report shows 1.7 percent of U.S. agricultural land owned by foreigners

A new publication released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture provides the latest information regarding the amount of U.S. agricultural land that is owned by foreign persons.

By Wes Nelson, FSA executive director , August 14, 2010

Tillage radish, alfalfa mulch topics of Aug. 23 field day near Madison

MADISON — A field day near Madison will focus on cover crops and using alfalfa mulch for nitrogen credit before corn. Start time is 1 p.m. for the Aug. 23 field day, “Cover Crops and Alfalfa Mulch,” organized by the nonprofit Rural Advantage and University of Minnesota Extension.

By Tribune News , August 14, 2010

New meat cuts provide affordable grilling options

ST. PAUL — As we wind our way through summer and into fall tailgating season, family life often centers around the family grill. The financial challenge of fulfilling the protein portion of the plate, coupled with increased focus on high-quality food, creates a tremendous opportunity to take advantage of the innovative strides made by beef researchers.

By Ryan Cox, University of Minnesota Extension , August 07, 2010

Study: Carbon taxes would have substantial impact on sugar beets: Three scenarios

FARGO, N.D. — U.S. sugar production will decrease “substantially” if carbon emissions are taxed at projected rates, says a new analysis by the Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies at North Dakota State University in Fargo.

By Mikkel Pates, Forum Communications Co. , July 31, 2010

Limited haying or grazing of CRP acres is allowed

WILLMAR — Livestock producers seeking additional supplies of hay should note that local Farm Service Agency offices are now accepting requests to allow limited haying or grazing of land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program.

By Wes Nelson, Farm Service Agency executive director , July 31, 2010

Farm families an important small business

ST. PAUL — You will hear much about the importance of small businesses this summer. Candidates running for public office will talk about the role of small businesses in creating jobs, increasing production and contributing to our economy.

By Bev Durgan, Dean, University of Minnesota Extension , July 31, 2010

Targeted conservation efforts help clean up state’s namesake waterway

Targeted conservation efforts help clean up state’s namesake waterway OLIVIA — A couple of years ago, a group of paddlers made their way down the Minnesota River as the creeks and tributaries churned and gushed with chocolate-colored waters heavy with the soil washed from upstream fields by a spring rain.

By Tom Cherveny , July 31, 2010

Camping at its best

Camping at its best Consider a local vacation. ‘Are we there yet?’ can hold off for another summer.

By By Jenna Hanson , July 17, 2010

U of M recognizes farm families of year

MINNEAPOLIS — Seventy-three families from around the state, one from each participating county, have been named a “2010 Farm Family of the Year” by the University of Minnesota.

By Tribune News , July 17, 2010

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