Birds are subject to heat stress when the air temperature and humidity uncontrollably increase their core body temperature. Heat stress can result in panting, increased water intake and eventually ...

Water established trees and shrubs with overhead sprinklers. Apply a deep watering over the entire root zone area until the top 6 to 9 inches of soil are moist. Avoid light watering as this promotes ...

After more than 20 years in a corporate career, Tom Nechodomu was looking for a fresh start during the COVID-19 pandemic. He turned to baking bread.

Join the University of Minnesota Bee Squad at Pierce Butler Meadows for a morning of fun, learning, and community connection along a bikeable garden tour of 9 locations along the Pierce Butler Route ...

Conformation refers to the shape or structure of a horse, and it can impact a horse's athletic ability. Generally, a horse’s neck should be one and a half times the length of the head. The neck should ...

Rebecca Susag supports the 4-H Building renovation to ensure the spirit of belonging in 4-H extends within its historic building, creating a welcoming space for all.

The squash vine borer is a common clearwing moth whose larvae feed inside the vines and crowns of summer squash, winter squash, and pumpkins. It is active from mid-June through July. Entire crops may ...

Tuberous begonia flowers come in many different colors and shapes. Use tuberous begonias to brighten shady spots in your yard. Tuberous begonias are not hardy in Minnesota and can either be grown as ...

Raising children is demanding in any family. But, raising children in a blended family poses its own special challenges and tensions. Parents who bring children to a new partnership need information, ...

Explore ag technology and how it has improved farming practices, changed farming, improved farmers' resources, etc. Investigate how cross-pollination works. Discover how plants are used other than for ...

Explore, understand and conserve the natural landscape. Through our education, volunteer and participatory science programs, people can become stewards of Minnesota’s public and private lands. Water ...

How to pick the best fans for crop drying, cooling or storage facilities, including an online fan selection tool. Crop-specific airflow recommendations and expected static pressure. How to determine ...