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Building community with sourdough

Building community one sourdough at a time Sierra Sjerven has dreamed of being a baker ever since childhood. Although she initially pursued a business degree instead of culinary school, baking ...
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Managing your finances during a government shutdown

There are few things more stressful than a sudden loss of income. Extension financial capability experts recommend four strategies to help.
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Soybean harvest brings a familiar pest: Asian lady beetles

Asian lady beetles are drawn to soybean fields, where they feast on aphids throughout the growing season. But once the crops are harvested and temperatures begin to drop, the beetles start looking for ...
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) update

Fall bird migration brings new cases to Minnesota poultry farms. Stay up to date and take action to prevent avian flu.
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Southwest Minnesota farmers talk about this year's crops

Conversations with farmers provided a candid look at the current season—its ups and downs, as well as the decisions they are grappling with.
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October garden checklist

October is an ideal time to fertilize your lawn, tend to tender perennials, prepare for winter pruning, and adjust your houseplants to indoor lighting.
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Building community prosperity for the next generation

Are assets that are passed on to the next generation, like houses, businesses, and investments, staying in your community?
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Minnesota 4-H northwest regional horse meeting - Fergus Falls

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon, with the northwest region meeting at the Fergus Falls Library in Fergus Falls. A Zoom meeting option is available for ...
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Minnesota 4-H central regional horse meeting - Andover

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m.-noon, with the central region meeting at the Bunker Activity Center in Andover. A Zoom meeting option is available for those ...
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Minnesota 4-H northeast regional horse meeting - Brainerd

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon, with the northeast region meeting in the large meeting room of the Brainerd Library in Brainerd. A Zoom meeting option ...
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Minnesota 4-H southeast regional horse meeting - Rochester

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m.-noon, with the southeast region meeting at the Olmsted County Fair Board Office in Rochester. A Zoom meeting option is available ...
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Minnesota 4-H southwest regional horse meeting - Marshall

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon, with the southwest region meeting at Lyon County Extension in Marshall. A Zoom meeting option is available for those ...