When youth are empowered with voice, purpose and support, service transforms into leadership—and sparks lasting change in both individuals and communities.

Two University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners from Anoka County are cultivating more than just plants at local elementary schools: They’re growing community connections and environmental ...

Understanding Minnesota’s agritourism liability law and how to use signage and waivers appropriately can help ensure your guests’ safety and your own peace of mind.

When youth are empowered with voice, purpose and support, service transforms into leadership—and sparks lasting change in both individuals and communities.

As autumn settles over Minnesota, gardeners may encounter a silvery shimmer across their lawns and shrubs in the early morning light. On closer inspection, they find the handiwork of funnel weaver ...

Join us at the North Central Research and Outreach Center (NCROC) for a field day highlighting the latest research and information around cover crops and perennial pasture management. Check-in will ...

Here’s a sample from a new list of climate-resilient, underused landscape trees suitable for urban environments, coming soon from University of Minnesota horticulturists. County fair season is the ...

Gear up for prime lawn care month. Don’t put diseased plants in the compost. Get ready to plant garlic and bulbs. Time for amaryllis to take a rest!

Adding compost to light, sandy soil helps it hold moisture and nutrients. Adding it to heavy soil improves drainage. Contain your compost in some type of structure 3 to 5 feet wide. Put your compost ...

Perplexed about your peonies? Lawn got you down? Tune into our WCCO Radio “Smart Gardens” show on Saturdays, 8-9 a.m., for answers to your lawn and garden questions. Dial in AM 830 on your radio or ...

Ruminant stomachs have four compartments: the rumen, the reticulum, the omasum and the abomasum. Rumen microbes ferment feed and produce volatile fatty acids, which is the cow’s main energy source.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) is the educational component of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a ...