Northwest Minnesota needs new leaders. Extension's program helps move people into formal community leadership roles.
Thirty-five Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Tech Transfer program (AGREETT) faculty and Extension educators at the University of Minnesota focus on topics ranging from healthy herds to sustainable food systems.
The newly selected Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador team consists of 31 youth from across the state who will serve as youth leaders and spokespeople for Minnesota 4-H.
Middendorf family, 2026 Farm Family of the Year
In honor of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer, Extension shines a light on the essential roles women play to lead their farms and communities to success, even through tough times.
Frog Tree Farm, one of Minnesota’s oldest continuously operated Black-owned family farms, is partnering with RSDP to create a heritage trail that celebrates Black rural history, art, and culture.
DeeDee LeMier believes using county lines to define how people actually live is outdated. Drawn in an era of horse-and-buggy travel, these borders made sense when long-distance trips were slow and daily life was local.
Minnesota's low-population areas often have limited resources. Empowering Small Minnesota Communities makes funding projects and planning easier.
As Northwest CERT regional coordinator, she helps connect the region with clean energy opportunities.
A Wadena man has transformed his family farm into a symbol of sustainable living and community leadership.