Northwest Minnesota needs new leaders. Extension's program helps move people into formal community leadership roles.
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.
Krueger family, 2026 Farm Family of the Year
The newly selected Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors are youth members from across the state with a passion for agriculture and 4-H.
Each year, the University of Minnesota Extension grants clubs authorization to use the 4-H name and emblem through the completion of a charter application. The club charter application must be turned into the Extension Office by October 30 to keep club status and benefits. The club charter is a great way to help plan out your club's year. You can find a digital copy of the club charter here.
Minnesota's low-population areas often have limited resources. Empowering Small Minnesota Communities makes funding projects and planning easier.
The Helping Hands award challenges youth to put an idea into action in service of their community. Read how 4-H'ers did that in Brown, Clearwater and Polk counties.
As Northwest CERT regional coordinator, she helps connect the region with clean energy opportunities.
Aaron’s Grocery in Northwestern Minnesota is known as one of the few local spots where people can purchase fresh produce, meats and cheeses. To keep customers’ baskets full, the store recently underwent a big energy-saving upgrade.