Modern homesteading doesn’t have to mean living off-grid, owning dozens of acres, or doing everything yourself. The University of Minnesota Extension will host the Modern Homesteading Conference on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Park Rapids High School, designed for everyday people who want to become more self-reliant while balancing work, family and busy schedules.
Widboom family, 2026 Farm Family of the Year
Love the outdoors? Join the Southwest Minnesota 4‑H Spring Wildlife Day on April 11, 2026 at the Merit Center in Marshall. A whole day of wildlife activities perfect for all ages and skill levels. Sign up by April 3: https://z.umn.edu/SWMNSpringWildlifeDay
While it’s a relief to see incomes trending upward from 2024, the structure of that income is a bit of a double-edged sword.
Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors encourage youth to step out this winter through their BLU leadership events and statewide service project.
The newly selected Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors are youth members from across the state with a passion for agriculture and 4-H.
Nobles County Master Gardener volunteer Heather Raverty has transformed an underused space into a source of joy for assisted living residents and a haven for local pollinators.
Minnesota's low-population areas often have limited resources. Empowering Small Minnesota Communities makes funding projects and planning easier.
Maria Conchita Paez-Sievert and Leticia Rodriguez are helping their community of Worthington learn healthy habits and prevent diabetes.
Are you wondering what being a Cloverbud is all about? Watch this video