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December 2012

12 Holiday Food Mistakes

Avoid common unsafe food handling practices this holiday season. More

2013 MN Gardening Calendar

Learn about prairie plants in this year's edition. More

November 2012

A MN Thanksgiving

Many traditional foods are mainstays of MN farms. More

Communities need more people to pitch in

Learn how to nurture emerging leaders. More

Multilingual program airs on tpt

Watch "Active Living and Healthy Eating on a Budget" More

Duluth food desert

Research drives community to find solutions for local food access problem. More

October 2012

Closing up the cabin

Prevent your seasonal home's septic system from freezing this winter. More

Keeping fans safe

How to properly prepare and grill your food for the game. More

National 4-H Week

Learn what makes 4-H different, find local activities. More

Insects

Learn how to identify, prevent and control. More

September 2012

Fall lawn care for drought-stressed turf

What's different this season. More

Sparking science interest

Extension makes math and science meaningful for Ojibwe youth. More

Without healthy foods

Recent project identifies gaps in food system in order to promote change. More

Garden Vegetables

Making decisions on properly harvesting and storing your vegetables. More

August 2012

Promote healthy pigs

Educating farmers about improving animal welfare and meat quality. More

Handling produce

How to properly manage fruits and vegetables to avoid contamination. More

Farm Families

2012 honorees demonstrate
a commitment to enhancing
Minnesota agriculture. More

Algae blooms

Ways to reduce
algae blooms in your local
lake or pond. More

July 2012

Drought

News for farmers, gardeners,
and homeowners on dealing
with dry soil. More

35 years of giving
back in communities

Master Gardener volunteers
serve, educate. More

Preserving the garden

Use research-tested
canning methods to ensure
food safety. More

Land Grant 150

U of M celebrates
legacy that continues
today. More

Ask A Master Gardener

Get answers to gardening questions within 24 hours. More

June 2012

Storm damage to trees

Predict vulnerability,
prevent damage, and
treat damaged trees. More

Sowing seeds of success

Extension's volunteer
program helps Minnesota's
communities. More

Recover from floods

Damaged homes, flooded fields, financial and family stress. More

Celebrate Dairy Month

Learn why some dairies like
using robots, and why the
cows do too. More

10 plants that
changed Minnesota

List kicks off
education campaign. More

May 2012

Testing the waters
with aquatic robots

Creating tomorrow's
scientists through 4-H. More

Extreme weather

Preparation and recovery
information for families,
food, housing and farm. More

A rural brain gain

Greater Minnesota lures
middle-aged newcomers,
new study shows. More

More than minnows

Healthy baitfish key
to supporting $4.8 billion
sport fishing industry. More

Giving a boost
to Internet know-how

Extension helps communities
attract new business. More

Dividing perennials

Tips to help you rejuvenate
plants, stimulate growth and
improve performance. More

April 2012

Naturalize shorelines

Help benefit the water
quality of lakes, streams
with healthy shores. More

Managing low-input lawns

Correct problems that invite
weeds into your lawn, and
reduce herbicide use. More

Downtown Market
Analysis Toolbox

Small cities can get help
to stay competitive. More

4-H volunteers give
1.3 million hours

Find out why they donate
their time for youth. More

Which plants changed
Minnesotans' lives?

Nominate your favorites
for the Top 10 list. More

March 2012

Farm to school

New documentary explores
benefits, challenges
in Minnesota. More

Drought

News for farmers, gardeners,
and homeowners on dealing
with dry soil. More

Will new plant
cultivars perform?

Find out before you
invest in your garden. More

Start seeing visitors

Even 'accidential tourists'
bring economic impact. More

It's green thumb time!

Attend a U Horticulture Day
workshop near you. More

Carbon monoxide

Take extra safety
precautions during winter
heating season. More

February 2012

Start indoor seedlings

Get a head start on veggies,
flowers, and other plants
for this year's garden. More

Community tourism development

Count the ways visitors should love your town. More

Master's in gardening

New volunteer group joins
Master Gardener force. More

Beat the winter blues

Learn how to grow and care
for houseplants. More

January 2012

Tough times?

Find resources for difficult
financial situations. More

Rules of (youth)
engagement

4-H prepares young people to excel. More

Minnesota varietal
trials results

View research data for 11 crops from 2011 season. More

Social media, anyone?

Join Extension in social networking and track news and updates. More

Beat the winter blues

Learn how to grow and care
for houseplants. More

December 2011

Holiday food safety

Parties, homemade gifts
or mailing food? We've got
you covered. More

Shopping for a car?

New tool compares impact
on environment, prices among
four types of vehicles. More

Christmas trees 101

Pining for the right tree?
Choose one of these. More

2012 Gardening Calendar

Learn how you can create
a bee-friendly habitat
in this year's edition. More

November 2011

Preparing the turkey

Food safety considerations
for the holiday bird. More

From farm to school

Extension helps schools, growers deliver on promise
of fresh foods. More

Agroforestry

Helping farmers increase productivity, protect lands. More

Researcher uncovers 'brain gain' trend

Rural populations grow
in 30-44 age group. More

October 2011

Plant pheasant habitats

Thermal cover can increase over-winter survival. More

New food allergen course launches online

Education for food handlers
to protect customers. More

Current, past 4-H'ers share their stories

Youth collect oral histories. More

Winter's on its way

Get your garden ready before frigid temps arrive. More

September 2011

Meet Stephanie Heim

Q&A with Extension's farm to school coordinator. More

Early frost resources

Help for growers to assess damaged, immature crops. More

Farm to School Month

Extension efforts support farmers, schools, healthy students. More

Extension at the State Fair

Check out 6,000-plus 4-H exhibits and meet with Master Gardeners. More

August 2011

Voyageur Skies

Mark Seeley chronicles the seasons and climate of Voyageurs National Park. More

July 2011

U of M's 2011 Farm Families of the Year

Seventy-five families to be recognized Aug. 4. More

Steps to support bee pollinators

Bees in decline are vital to growing food and flowers. More

Don't give up your lawn

Make turf an environmental asset: Bob Mugaas' 7 green and easy tips. More

June 2011

Yard and Garden News

Learn from Extension experts in this twice-monthly newsletter. More

Tornado and wind

Recovery help for families, housing, finances, food and water. More

Tent Caterpillars

Two kinds are active in Minnesota — how to identify and manage them. More

May 2011

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Recovery After Disaster: The Family Financial Toolkit

Award-winning toolkit discusses long-term strategies and provides tools that can help you move along the road of financial recovery.

Late planting

Late-planted corn and soybean can still have good yield potential. More

Preventing Fertilizer Pollution Problems

Landscape fertilizers can pollute lakes, groundwater. More

Operation Military Kids

4-H supports youth with family members in the military. Play video

April 2011

Transforming community leaders

Leadership education to address public issues. More

Recover from floods

Help for clean-up, housing, family, finances, food and farm. More

Brainerd Lake

Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Impact Research Results

Photo courtesy of Explore Minnesota Tourism

Dealing with Stress

Online workshops help you identify stress and make changes to deal with it.

food preparation

Toolkit for School Foodservice

Newly revised resource helps programs start, sustain, and build Farm to School efforts. 

March 2011

Emerald Ash Borer

U research to develop ash management strategies for landowners. More

February 2011

Father and son

Parents Forever: The Impact of Divorce on Children

Revised parent handbook and educator package now available. More

Financial security for later life

It's never too early to start planning for your future. More

January 2011

Plants covered in plastic

Starting Seeds Indoors

Get a head start on your garden and save money. More

Kura Clover

Minnesota Varietal Trials Results 2011

Research on best varieties for an area. More

December 2010

kids on swings

Horizons

Reducing poverty in rural Minnesota: Communities are key to success. Story Video

fallen tree branch in road

Winter Damage

Recover from storms: trees, shrubs, housing and farms. More

Video: From Vision to Action

Horizons Program helps communities move in a positive direction to end poverty.

woman with kids

4-H delivers

Extension partners with counties to reach more youth. More

November 2010

Cooked Turkey

Preparing the turkey safely

Research provides reliable food safety answers. More

fallen tree branch on sidewalk

Storm Damage to Landscape Trees

Heavy snow damage: treatment, prediction and prevention. More

Wet soybean field

Extreme weather

Recover from damaged homes, flooded fields, financial and family stress. More

two children looking at a potted plant

Lessons for a Lifetime

Extension promotes healthy eating habits with children. More

Flood

Prepare and recover after disasters

Family resources available for flood recovery. More

Rosie Rabbit

Go Wild with Fruits & Veggies!

New school program excites students. More

October 2010

flooded street

Flood & water

Recovery: damaged homes, flooded fields, financial and family stress. More

Two educators in a field

Research to rewards

Extension educator taps U resources to benefit northern Minnesota growers. More

boy with vegetable

Farm to School

Growing health kids, farms, and communites. More

September 2010

girl planting in garden

Farm to School

Growing healthy kids, healthy farms & healthy communities. More

wet farm field

Fall tillage management in wet soil conditions

Limit soil damage; prepare for spring warm-up. More

flooded soybean field

Wet fall weather: crops

Flooded fields, tillage, soil compaction, storage, drying, mold in feed. More

August 2010

Teen sitting on bed in dorm room

Preventing Bed Bugs

They hitchhike home on your personal things. More.

2011 Gardening Calendar

2011 Gardening Calendar

This year, an edible landscapes section. More.

Adolescent smoking

Understanding Adolescent Risk-Taking Behavior

Online workshop for professionals on risk taking research. More.

July 2010

destroyed farm house

Extreme weather

Prepare and recover from damaging floods, tornadoes, wind and drought. More

Japanese Beetle

Japanese Beetle Management

A serious pest of turf and ornamental plants. More

Marvin Seppanen smiling next to grapes

Top-performing farmers

Extension research: they’re characterized by attitudes and goals. More

Blueberries

Blueberries for Home Landscapes

July is the month! How to get the best results. More

June 2010

Peppers and eggplants

Growing Tomatoes, Peppers, and Eggplant

Heat-loving vegetables flourish in a sunny home garden. More

Trees in a field

Recommended Trees: An Ecosystem Approach

Select trees that thrive in your area of Minnesota. More

May 2010

Dollar sign wrapped in doctor's stethoscope

Hot Topics in Resource Management

Audio clips about the new credit card rules, dealing with medical debt, and more. More

Family smiling

Helping Youth Succeed: Bicultural Parenting for Southeast Asian Families

Online resources to understand different Southeast Asian perspectives on parenting and help parents and youth build relationships. More

Woman cooking

Operation Frontline Minnesota

Hands-on nutrition education for low-income families. More

Blacklegged ticks

Ticks and Their Control

Mild winters allow ticks that carry Lyme disease to move into the metro area. More

April 2010

Vince Fritz with plants

Putting your vegetables to work

Research: one head of broccoli may not be as healthy as the next. More

Federal Reserve Emblem

Communities mobilize to reduce poverty

Read the Federal Reserve's article about Horizons. More

Diomy Zamora smiling next to tree

Miles per tree

Extension research shows the potential for producing energy from trees. More

Sunset over lake

Lake Home and Cabin Owners

Visit with Extension experts, April 9 – 11. More

March 2010

farmer on laptop in field

Resources for Farm Families

Online resources on stress, resource management, and more

farmers looking at corn

Forging into the future

Helping guide the next steps of homegrown energy. More

man looking at his flooded farm

Flood Recovery

Resources for family and farm, including housing, food, water, horticulture, and more. More

Three girls smiling in front of Opertation Military Kids banner

Minnesota Operation: Military Kids

Helping kids feel connected, active and supported More

Smiling family by river

Minnesota Families "Sound Off!"

What matters to your family's future? What do other Minnesota families say? More

February 2010

Ice dams

Ice Dams

Prevent roof and interior damage now; long term action can save energy use 20-30%. More

January 2010

Building Leadership Programs cover

Building Leadership Programs

Management Guide: Strengthen leadership in your community. More

chef preparing food

Food Safety: Salmonella

Current food security updates from the CDC. More

people in room, talking

Engaging with the Public

Strengthening local decision making with public involvement. More

boy at computer

4-H Science, Engineering & Technology

Growing tomorrow's scientists with hands-on learning. More

man doing taxes at kitchen table

Information to Help with Taxes

Plan ahead, learn about tax credits, maximize your refund. More

Two teens smiling

New Teen Talk Resources in Spanish

Spanish-speaking parents: download free fact sheets. More

Collapsed farm building

Watch farm buildings for excessive snow loads

A roof may be able to support snow for a short time. Remove it with caution. More

Family biking

Tourism in Minnesota

Ideas at Play: festivals, wine tours, agri-tourism, sustainable tourism... More

Birdsfoot Trefoil

2010 Minnesota Varietal Trials Results

Research to improve agriculture and Minnesota's economy. More

Flower

2010 Garden Calendar

This award winning 12-month calendar, is filled with NEW, full color photographs that highlight each month. More

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12.12.2012

Taking care of existing business

A community-based approach to commerce and economic development.

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12.06.2012

Christmas trees 101

Pining for the perfect tree? Choose one of these.

Read more »

11.26.2012

2013 MN Gardening Calendar

Learn about prairie plants in this year's edition.

Read more »

11.15.2012

A Minnesota Thanksgiving

Many traditional Thanksgiving foods are mainstays of MN farms.

Read more »

11.08.2012

Communities need more people to pitch in

Learn how to nurture emerging leaders.

Read more »

11.01.2012

Watch "Active Living and Healthy Eating on a Budget"

Airs soon in Spanish, Hmong, Somali and English on tpt.

Read more »

10.25.2012

Accessing healthy food

Research drives community solutions for Duluth food desert.

Read more »

10.18.2012

Closing up the Cabin

Prevent your septic system from freezing this winter.

Read more »

10.05.2012

National 4-H Week

Learn what makes 4-H different, find local activities.

Read more »

10.04.2012

Keep food and fans safe

How to properly prepare and grill your food for the game.

Read more »

09.27.2012

Insects

Learn how to identify, prevent and control.

Read more »

09.21.2012

09.13.2012

Sparking science interest

Extension helps make math and science meaningful for Ojibwe youth.

Read more »

09.06.2012

A lack of healthy options

Recent project identifies gaps in local food systems.

Read more »

08.30.2012

Home Garden Vegetables

Making decisions on properly harvesting and storing your vegetables.

Read more »

08.23.2012

Promoting healthy pigs

Educating farmers about improving animal welfare and meat quality.

Read more »

08.16.2012

Handling fresh produce

Properly manage fruits and vegetables to avoid contamination.

Read more »

08.08.2012

2012 Farm Families

Families demonstrate a commitment to agriculture and communities.

Read more »

08.08.2012

Photo compliments of Cloquet Pine Journal

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12.01.2010

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two children looking at a potted plant

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two children looking at a potted plant

09.24.2010

flooded soybean field

09.13.2010

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08.23.2010

Boy and Llama at state fair

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07.31.2010

soybean field at sunset

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Tornado damage of a farm house

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Paeonia 'Gay Paree' Flower

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