Wherever moist, wet and abrasive environmental conditions exist, foot rot rears its ugly head as a threat to cattle health and producer profitability. Accounting for approximately 20% of all …

“Pineapples,” my hubby grumbled as we drove past one of our fields on the way to town. His comment was in reference to the field of corn that didn’t have the benefit of irrigation. When …

Minnesota producers looking to adopt or expand soil health practices on their operations may have an opportunity to offset equipment costs through Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s soil health …

Every year, the University of Minnesota Extension honors farm families from across the state for their dedication to the agriculture industry. This year, Denny and Mary Popp were named Benton …

Strong, stubborn and resilient are the words Kaylee Erickson uses to describe her grandmother, Sandra “Sandy” Erickson. As a dairy farmer for almost 50 years, Sandy has experienced countless …

Kristin Reiman-Duden is an FFA adviser for the Princeton chapter. She farms alongside her parents, husband and children. She has a passion for the dairy industry, which has helped shape who she is …

Transition Dairy Cow Workshop The University of Minnesota Extension Dairy Team invites producers to attend the upcoming Transition Cow Workshop to learn more about maximizing the value of …

In the dusky stillness of the evening, they hear the muted squeaking of the swing and our hushed voices discussing the day’s events, and they come to the deck to pay a visit. Leading the small …

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced payment rates and the enrollment period for the Assistance for Specialty Crops Farmers program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture …

“Knee-high by the Fourth of July” is a phrase commonly used to reference corn height this time of year. While this phrase remains a staple, modern advancements have pushed corn growth to new …

One of the least favorite and most strenuous tasks has been completed for the season: laying out irrigation pipe. Very few farmers today use a traveling gun for irrigating their crops. A quick …

Irrigation and Nutrient Management Field Day is July 9 The Irrigation and Nutrient Management Field Day gives growers the opportunity to meet researchers in the field and learn about the latest …