Rice County news

The day will include hands-on activities that teach about animals, plants, and food, informing participants about the farm to table process.

Take the survey for Extension and KDHL radio’s County Crops Day and you’ll be entered for a prize drawing.

It’s no secret the weather conditions have been hot and dry. Temperatures have reached the 90’s, and the blowing wind has made it feel like a convection oven outside. Predictions for this summer’s forecasts do not show signs of this changing.

S.P.L.A.S.H. Summer Party of Learning, Art, Science, and Happiness

“I pledge my hands to larger service..” is not just the 4-H pledge but a practice Minnesota 4-H youth integrate with their daily lives. Thanks to special funding from Compeer Financial, youth across the state partnered with local food shelves and nutrition organizations to support neighbors in need.

Have you ever wondered why you feel good after working in the garden? There is scientific research that shows spending time outside is good for not only our bodies but our minds as well.

As part of a campaign to reduce household energy burden, Extension RSDP and the Clean Energy Resource Teams are working with local partners to ensure families living in manufactured homes and underserved communities have access to energy savings tools and resources.

A collaborative project of the Community Action Center of Northfield, Southeast RSDP and partners incorporated climate justice goals into plans for Hillcrest Village, an innovative affordable and emergency housing development.

Mail-in test packets and study manuals are available at your local Extension office.

We've updated the variety lists for 2021. Purchase them now from St. Louis County Extension.