On fishing opener 1985, I caught the biggest and best fish ever: I married a Traut. Though we chose that date primarily in the hopes of good weather, it was appropriate because fishing was one of the …

Welcoming visitors to the farm, whether for a U-pick, farm stay, on-farm event or educational experience, can be one of the most rewarding parts of agritourism. But with these opportunities also come …

Agriculture today has farmers focusing on sustainability now more than ever.   Growing concerns from the general public continue to push the many sectors of agriculture to become creative …

As farmers prepare and plant fields, the office has prepared maps and files for annual crop acreage reporting. Once farmers are completed planting, they should make an appointment with the Farm …

Oak Park Pastures in rural Oak Park hosts many events throughout the year, especially during the warm summer months. This year is no exception; with a jam-packed schedule, Suzy Molitor, owner of Oak …

Brenda Kaschmitter serves as the leader of the Pioneers 4-H Club in Benton County. Kaschmitter and her husband, Brian, live on a farm in rural Benton County, where they have around 48 cow/calf beef …

Master Gardeners Plant Sales   & Educational Events The University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners of Stearns County will host its annual plant sale and be on hand to answer …

Another year of the state FFA convention has come and gone. Students spent months working on projects, practicing and preparing for the convention competitions.   Adreanna Kaas, a senior at …

“What do you think? Have you made a decision?” I asked. My hubby turned from the counter to look at me. Uncertainty showed momentarily in his face and posture. We were in the office …

Minnesota farmers faced another challenging year in 2024, with net farm income continuing to decline. Falling crop prices coupled with below-trendline crop yields resulted in low incomes, especially …

Al Stemper’s passion for agriculture has always been a defining factor in his life. It started with his upbringing on a farm in southeastern Minnesota and spanned a 36-year teaching career in …

Sam Johnson grew up on a cattle farm in rural Milaca and is no stranger to the hardships of farming. One unexpected challenge he has faced in recent years is the inability to butcher his animals at …