Despite battling poor weather conditions, the Hanfler and Barnes families worked together to successfully bring 25 animals to the Morrison County Fair June 26-29. Scott Hanfler owns and operates …
As we enter the summer months, county fairs and show season are upon us once again. The excitement and thrill of many months spent working with one’s animal is finally paying off. However, …
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has begun the discussion of updating rules regarding feedlots throughout the state. “We are in the very beginning steps of the process,” said …
Irrigation and Nutrient Management Field Day Crop farmers in Minnesota face continued pressure to maximize the efficiency of their water use and mitigate nutrient loss to the environment. …
Every year, the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association hosts a summer tour in different parts of the state. This year, the tour is coming to Little Falls July 15 and will showcase six …
Kevin Behrens owns and operates Natural North LLC, an aerial application company based in Alexandria. The Minnesota native and United States Air Force veteran received his bachelor’s degree in …
When changes in farm ownership or operation take place, a farm reconstitution is necessary. The reconstitution, or recon, is the process of combining or dividing farms or tracts of land based on the …
Benton County 4-H kicked off a series of day camps in June with an important theme: 4-H Farm Safety. With nearly 200 participants and a team of over 30 youth counselors, staff and adult …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency is now accepting nominations for county committee members and encourages all farmers, ranchers and FSA program participants to take part in the …
Since 1976, Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation has recognized farms throughout the state that have been in operation for more than 100 years as Century Farms. Farms must have been owned by the same …
On June 8, both Christians and Jews celebrated Pentecost. This holiday takes place on the 50th day of Easter and commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon his disciples that were gathered in …
Agrivoltaics Experience Field Day Grazing livestock under solar panels has become an increasingly popular practice, often referred to as “agrivoltaics” or “solar …