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Extension’s Director of Global Initiatives builds bridges from here to the rest of the world

A Fulbright scholar and global engagement researcher, Laura Wangsness Willemsen has spent over 30 years bridging Minnesota ...
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When good bugs bite: the minute pirate bug

The good news is that minute pirate bugs are only a temporary nuisance. Unlike mosquitoes, they do not feed on blood or ...
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Minnesota farmer peppers lunch line with veggies students love

When Winifred Sylvah delivers produce to schools, nutrition services staff know it will not make children sick because Sylvah follows her food safety plan, informed by training from University of ...
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October 4-H State Ambassador update

Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Ellianna H. shares the experience of refurbishing and showing a 1952 camper for the state fair and looks ahead to October with National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10.
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Growing Minds, Growing Skills Academy: Super Sitters Virtual Series

University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and ...
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Tree planting 101 for private landowners

Learn how to plan a successful tree planting project with local specialists. Topics include the benefits of tree planting, ...
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Leveraging historic tax credits to achieve local economic development goals

Are there any older vacant or underused buildings in your neighborhood? Learn how communities are transforming them to meet ...
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Extension news and highlights

A Fulbright scholar and global engagement researcher, Laura Wangsness Willemsen has spent over 30 years bridging Minnesota and the global community. Do you raise livestock on your Minnesota farm and ...
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Yard and Garden News

Do you raise livestock on your Minnesota farm and grow vegetables in a high tunnel? Do you ever use the high tunnel structure to house the livestock? If so, we invite you to help us research this ...
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Ask a Master Gardener

You can find many answers on this website. Get research-based answers from local Master Gardener volunteers by filling out the form below. To submit your question, fill out the Ask Extension form. An ...
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Seeding and sodding home lawns

Seeding is less expensive, but takes more time to establish a lawn. Sodding is more expensive, but provides instant results. Both seeding and sodding need good soil preparation before starting. Timing ...
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Extension in Chippewa County

Chippewa County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community. Read the latest news from all of Extension's programs. About UMN ...