1+ week, 5+ day ago  (592+ words) University of Minnesota Extension and the Minnesota State Fair have partnered to begin a major renovation of the iconic three-story 4-H Building at the State Fairgrounds and an expansion of the statewide 4-H program. This landmark initiative is the largest…...

2+ week, 17+ hour ago  (515+ words) The spring weather we've been experiencing lately has confused wildlife, plants, and gardeners alike. Before you rush to plant seeds or seedlings, it helps to pause and plan. In Minnesota, successful gardening starts with good timing. With wide temperature swings,…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (208+ words) 7: 00 p. m. Central time The University of Minnesota Extension sheep and goat team hosts this webinar with Janet Mc Nally of Tamarack Lamb and Wool, who will talk about livestock guardian dogs. Learn from Janet's years of experience raising sheep around large…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (737+ words) When you first walk into Friendship Place, you see an excellent library with no wrong book choices, then you find a table in the kitchen big enough for many children to gather." Then, walk out the kitchen door, and you'll…...

3+ week, 48+ min ago  (283+ words) 5: 30 - 6: 30 p. m. Central time Join us for a lively virtual cooking experience designed for youth in kindergarten and up. Participants will learn about the traditions and celebration of Cinco de Mayo and then prepare a dish inspired by the holiday." Youth will…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago  (886+ words) Across Minnesota, forests, prairies and wetlands shape both the character of our landscape and our sense of place. Today, Minnesota's natural landscapes face growing pressure from invasive species, habitat fragmentation, land-use change and climate change. These stressors have contributed to…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (242+ words) 12 - 1 p. m. Central time Minnesota's economy is always evolving and changing as industries grow, demographics shift, and communities adapt to new opportunities and challenges. In this webinar, we will explore key economic trends shaping Minnesota today, including current and growing industries, demographic…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (414+ words) Food shelves are vital resources for keeping our communities nourished. As a gardener, you can positively contribute to your community by donating fresh produce from your garden. As food shelf visits remain at record highs, with over 9 million visits in…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (486+ words) Spring is still the time when the majority of lambs and kids are born in the U. S. , according to Dr. Angela Varnum, University of Minnesota Extension educator and livestock veterinarian. That also makes it a good time of year to help…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (473+ words) Minnesota gardens may be frozen right now, but many gardeners are planning for spring " paging dreamily through seed catalogues, readying their indoor seed-starting spaces, and plotting their vegetable beds. For many dedicated University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteers, preparations…...