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MDA announces Minn. Farmer Assistance Network

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is establishing a new network of services to help farmers who are having financial difficulties.

August 21, 2009

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Sign up for payment under Conservation Stewardship Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) began a continuous sign-up for the new Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) on Aug. 10 in Minnesota.

August 21, 2009

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Strategies to optimize corn silage quality and yield

With the corn crop approaching the milk stage, now is a great time to begin planning for corn silage harvest. Proper harvest management is critical for high quality silage, and it starts with harvest timing. This ensures that the harvested crop is at the optimum moisture for packing and fermentation.

August 21, 2009

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Wheat harvest arrives

Wheat harvest arrives Harvest is late due to wet spring
Minnesota producers have harvested 9 percent of their wheat, compared with the five-year average of 45 percent.

By Jon Knutson , August 19, 2009

Hugoson to host listening sessions

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Gene Hugoson will take to the road this month to hear what’s on the minds of farmers and others involved in Minnesota agriculture as he hosts a series of listening sessions in Fergus Falls, Roseau and Grand Rapids.

August 14, 2009

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Farm storage loan approvals begin Monday

The National Corn Growers Association is pleased the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency will begin accepting and approving applications for farm storage loans on Monday, Aug. 17.

August 14, 2009

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Moisture brings lawn mushrooms

As a result of the rain and humid weather, mushrooms are appearing in many lawns. Their presence in the lawns prompts homeowners to search for a safe, effective chemical that will make them disappear.

By Jim Stordahl , August 14, 2009

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Farm bill and the economy key issues of debate at this year’s Farmfest

Farm bill and the economy key issues of debate at this year’s Farmfest 28th annual farm show kicked off Tuesday morning
Serving in Congress has been like “drinking from a fire hose” since the new farm bill became law last May, Rep. Collin Peterson said Tuesday at Farmfest.

By Gretchen Schlosser , August 05, 2009

Even hardy farmers need a little help sometimes

One of the real pleasures of being Agriculture Commissioner is the opportunity to get to know so many of Minnesota’s energetic and talented farmers.

By Gene Hugoson , July 31, 2009

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Fall alfalfa establishment starts late summer

Planting new stands of alfalfa during the late summer is an excellent way to establish alfalfa.

By Jim Stordahl , July 31, 2009

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Nation’s food security could be threatened by warming climate, says new Iowa State study

The nation’s food security could be at risk in a warming climate, say a group of climate scientists and other experts representing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Iowa State University, the US Climate Change Science Program (US CCSP), and the Great Plains Institute, in a new report called the Corn and Climate Report.

July 24, 2009

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Minnesota outpaces nation in agricultural export growth; state exports grew by 51 percent last year

Minnesota’s agricultural export rate increased by more than 50 percent last year according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

July 24, 2009

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MDA celebrates 20 years of sustainable farming innovations

For 20 years, Minnesota farmers have led the nation in sustainable agriculture innovations, while increasing efficiency and profitability.

July 24, 2009

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Reminder on Plant & Pest Clinics: Master Gardeners can help

Have a horticulture question? Ask one of the Becker County Master Gardeners during their plant and pest clinics from 9 a.m. to noon on July 27, 31, Aug. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31. Clinics are in the Becker County Extension Office, BC Human Services Building, Detroit Lakes. For more information, call 846-7328.

July 24, 2009

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Now is the time to plan for garden storage

Interest in gardening is at an all time high. Increases in food prices coupled with a sagging economy has sparked many families to begin growing some of their own food. It may amaze many first-time gardeners just how much food can be produced from a small backyard garden.

By Jim Stordahl , July 24, 2009

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