Farms can be dangerous places on foot, especially when it’s winter with snow and ice in abundance. Although we can’t prevent all incidents, here are a few tips to help your cows — and …
Adam Kronback has been looking for ways to innovate since coming back to his fourth-generation family farm in Lamberton after eight years working as a food scientist. He likes the idea of putting …
Cold weather brings new challenges for backyard flock owners, and understanding how chickens perform in low temperatures is the first step in keeping them safe. Chickens maintain a body …
Growing up on a dairy farm, the Molitor sisters were raised with a strong dose of faith, family and farming. “Our grandpa, uncle and dad had such a strong devotion to daily Mass and the …
Funding available for on-farm climate projects BRAINERD — University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships invites farmers across Greater Minnesota to apply …
‘A Guide to Beekeeping in Northern Climates’ The book “A Guide to Beekeeping in Northern Climates” is designed to help beekeepers monitor colony health and manage their colonies …
Shopping for Christmas gifts always gives me anxiety. I know friends that start buying gifts in January for the next holiday, but I’ve never been that organized. My habit is to wait …
For over 55 years, the Minnesota Beef Council has been promoting beef and its benefits to consumers, their efforts supported largely by beef checkoff funds. As new generations of educational and …
Whether real or artificial, Christmas trees are seen in many homes and stores during the holiday season. For family members at “The” Tree Farm in rural Rice, Christmas trees are a …
Gardening Webinar Series The final installment of the second annual Tri-County Winter Webinar Series takes place this month and allows gardeners to learn from experts during the day. The webinar …
‘Tis the season for thanks. As families gather for a meal, many will share expressions of gratitude for the people in their lives, along with their accomplishments or the bounty of the …
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 …
