U of M Extension Dean Bev Durgan honors 2025 distinguished friend, teams and individuals A host of University of Minnesota Extension staff were honored with the 2025 Dean’s Distinguished Awards, ...

When youth are empowered with voice, purpose and support, service transforms into leadership—and sparks lasting change in both individuals and communities.

Two University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners from Anoka County are cultivating more than just plants at local elementary schools: They’re growing community connections and environmental ...

Understanding Minnesota’s agritourism liability law and how to use signage and waivers appropriately can help ensure your guests’ safety and your own peace of mind.

Iron deficiency chlorosis in soybean, otherwise known as IDC or iron chlorosis, is a problem for soybean production in South Central, Southwest, West Central and Northwest Minnesota. The primary ...

Washington County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community.

Food sampling and cooking demonstrations are a legal way to promote your food business without a license. Food product samples and demonstrations may be offered at farmers markets or community events.

Here’s a sample from a new list of climate-resilient, underused landscape trees suitable for urban environments, coming soon from University of Minnesota horticulturists. County fair season is the ...

Horses acclimated to cold temperatures often prefer and are better off outdoors. The Minnesota Pet and Companion Animal Welfare Act gives several minimal care standards for food, water, shelter, space ...

Up close, you can see the shells of the tiny creatures that make up diatomaceous earth. Diatomaceous earth is environmentally friendly and easy for gardeners to find, but what is it? In what ...

We apply fertilizer to promote healthy plant growth including budding, flowers, fruit production and, in some cases, seed or nut production. Plants use a tremendous amount of energy to flower and ...

The Minnesota Lawn Care Calendar says it’s time to think about lawns! Fall is the best time for almost everything you’ve been waiting to do, so consider all your options and get them on your home ...