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A cottage food business takes flight

Biofilms are communities of bacteria encased in a protective layer that form on surfaces. They can develop when surfaces aren’t properly cleaned and sanitized, allowing bacteria to accumulate. Once a ...
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Navigating tight margins in agriculture

Agriculture has always been shaped by highs and lows. We offer practical strategies to help farms stay resilient and financially sound during lean times.
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Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) training

This online course will focus on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) on the farm. These trainings are taught by the University of Minnesota Extension and experienced farmer-trainers and include ...
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Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory training- Rochester

COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) is a two-hour training that teaches participants how to reach out in a meaningful, respectful and supportive way to friends, co-workers or ...
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Home food safety preservation courses

Our Master Gardener Food Preservation Consultant volunteers offer online classes and in-person workshops throughout Minnesota. Whether you’re just getting started or have been preserving food for ...
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Anthracnose of shade trees

Anthracnose is a common fungal disease of shade trees that results in leaf spots, cupping or curling of leaves and early leaf drop. In Minnesota, anthracnose is most common in cool, wet spring weather ...
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Extension news and highlights

As part of their statewide service project, 4-H State Ambassadors are focusing on weather preparedness to help keep everyone safe this winter.
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Q&A with Rachel Morin, director of tribal engagement and outreach

As Director of Tribal Engagement and Outreach, Rachel Morin ensures that University of Minnesota Extension’s work reflects authentic partnerships with the state’s 11 tribal nations.
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Will travel for cheese and community

Second annual Agritourism Exchange brings farmers and industry partners together at Redhead Creamery in Brooten.
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Forestry for Minnesota birds

As an indicator of overall ecosystem health, declining bird populations almost certainly point to similar losses of biodiversity across our native ecosystems. A new resource provides conservation ...
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Digging in: Humphrey student researches Mankato market

Humphrey School student Marcus Hansen turned his passion for local food and planning into real world impact in Mankato.
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Cooking Matters Minnesota

Cooking Matters Minnesota empowers families at risk of hunger with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make healthy, delicious and affordable meals.