Erv Berglund uncovers nature’s secrets through University of Minnesota Extension Offal Wildlife Watching Project.

In fall, the goal is to help roses harden off, stay healthy, and head into winter strong enough to bloom again in spring.

Public water systems have treatment processes in place and conduct regular testing to ensure the water supply is safe and that residents are protected from the health impacts of these naturally ...

As Minnesota’s climate changes, woodland stewards are asking hard questions about which trees will survive, thrive and support resilient forests in the future.

Pollinators help plants that bring us food and other resources. Learn how to create pollinator-friendly environments in your yard and garden.

My Minnesota Woods provides timely articles on sustainable forest management and achieving forest stewardship goals. Sign up to receive our monthly email newsletter. As Minnesota’s climate changes, ...

It's a great time to control perennial weeds, repair lawns, and divide plants. And don't forget to water trees and shrubs to give roots a good soak while the ground is still warm. In fall, the goal is ...

Lawn Leaders are Master Gardener volunteers who have opted to level up their knowledge — and even turn their yards into teaching spaces — because people are more likely to trust their own neighbors.

The University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer program started in 1977 with its first class of 25 people. Since then it has grown to include 3,500 active Master Gardeners who share U ...

Fermentation is a preservation method that uses naturally occurring, good bacteria to turn carbohydrates into acid. The acid produced lowers the pH of the food. This page focuses on lactic acid ...

Northwest Minnesota needs new leaders. As Minnesotans age, they are seeking new leaders to step in to lead. And as civic organizations change, they need different kinds of leaders to face the future.

Horseradish, Armoracia rusticana, is a large-leaved, hardy European perennial herb that has been a culinary favorite for more than 3,000 years. This fiery herb thrives in temperate climates and in the ...