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Assess your soil this spring with easy hands-on, fun and informative tests you can do at home. These kid-friendly activities make great community garden demonstrations.
Extension's pasture-related research helps horse owners choose ideal pasture forages, keeps horses healthier, and helps owners reduce feed costs.
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Learn about the science behind the high-risk season for oak wilt, one of Minnesota's most dangerous diseases of oak trees.
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Judy Hible's dedication to programming in Mille Lacs County over the past three decades has been instrumental to the high level of education provided to youth.
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From creating lessons, to helping establish new partnerships and mentoring youth leaders, Angela Tveit's service has had a huge impact on 4-H’ers.
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Master Gardeners are helping people grow more food locally, plant pollinator-friendly gardens and create resilient landscapes that help manage storm water runoff.
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Although prices are rising, this 4-H poultry project member says eggs still pack a lot of nutrition per dollar.
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In honor of Earth Day 2022, Statewide Director Kathy Draeger shared thoughts on RSDP’s work related to climate change.
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Minnesota wool provides sustainable options for those interested in natural textiles and buying local. A new statewide mapping project is helping to knit together the state’s sheep and wool industry.
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How many square yards make up your vegetable bed? How many cubic feet of compost do you need? These formulas will help you plan your garden and figure out how much material you need.
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