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Within the last few weeks of winter, Sustainability Coordinator and Associate Professor of the University of Minnesota Crookston Katy Chapman, along with Lindsay Peace (NW Research & Outreach Center), wrote and secured a grant from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. With the help of farm cooperators Craig and Brian LaPlante, their efforts were rewarded as […]
Today, Governor Tim Walz announced a $10 million drought relief package to support Minnesota farmers and livestock producers impacted by severe drought conditions during the 2021 growing season. “Historic drought conditions have created extreme stress and financial hardship for our farmers and livestock producers during an already difficult time for the agricultural industry,” said Governor Walz. “As
The deadline for the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit applications are due by October 1, 2021. The deadline applies to any transaction taking place in the calendar year 2021. Due to tuition payment cycles, if a beginning farmer is applying for the Educational Credit only (No Asset Owner Involved), the deadline is November 1. The Minnesota Beginning Farmer Tax
Polk County Environmental Services is asking Pesticide Users to dispose of their waste weed killers/herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and other pesticides. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) sponsors opportunities to properly dispose of unwanted pesticides from farms, businesses, or homes. Minnesota pesticide users can bring their water pesticides to these events and dispose of up to
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has positively identified the invasive weed Palmer amaranth in Polk County. The confirmation came after the MDA inspected a field being used for the disposal of agricultural screenings. The MDA collected a sample of the screenings material and determined by genetic testing that it was contaminated with Palmer amaranth
The Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council is seeking candidates for three positions on its board of directors. Members of the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council are elected to direct Minnesota wheat checkoff dollars to benefit wheat producers. Board members must be wheat producers willing to serve as leaders and advocates for the Minnesota
