Agriculture
Honey Production, Fruit Picking Delayed By Late Spring
Now that the weather has finally warmed up, farmer’s markets are back in business. But, you may not see some of your favorite foods right away. Fresh fruits and the honey supply will be delayed this year. Step into the packing facility for Ames Farm Unlimited, and it seems like business as usual. But owner Brian Fredricksen says all the jarred honey, candles and honeycomb are leftovers from last summer.
Check Cold-Hardiness Before Buying Plants For MN
As Minnesotans start to think about yard work, the state has some words of caution.
Power Outages Tough On SW Minn. Livestock Producers
WORTHINGTON, Minn. (AP/WCCO) – The spring storms that knocked out power in parts of southwestern Minnesota have been hard on livestock producers. Erin deKoning says she’s glad the power came back Monday at her farm […]
USDA: Highest Corn Acreage Since 1936 Expected
Farmers intend to plant 97.3 million acres of corn this year, the most since 1936, the USDA’s spring planting survey said Thursday. The survey said the 2013 corn planting forecast is up slightly from last year’s 97.2 million acres.
The Local Food Myth: Why Locavores May Be Getting It Wrong
Hitching health and greener planet hopes to the local food movement? You may want to reconsider.
Midwest Bankers Survey Suggests Continued Growth
A new survey of rural bankers suggests that growth in farmland prices, cash rents and farm equipment sales remain strong despite the continuing threat of drought in some Midwestern and northern Plains states.
Minnesota Organic Conference To Open In St. Cloud
The 12th annual Minnesota Organic Conference is expected to draw more than 500 people to St. Cloud. The farmer-focused conference runs Friday and Saturday at the River’s Edge Convention Center.
Farm Bill Extension Not Popular In Upper Midwest
Leaders of many farm groups in the Upper Midwest aren’t pleased that Congress has extended the current farm bill rather than pass new legislation.
Drought Holds Its Grip As Growers Pivot To Wheat
The worst U.S. drought in decades showed little sign of easing last week as farmers closed out their corn and soybean harvests and turned their attention to winter wheat, which has been struggling to break through the moisture-starved soil in some states, according to a weekly report.
Minnesota Projected To Harvest Record Corn Crop
Despite the drought that parched much of the rest of the country, 2012 is shaping up as a pleasant surprise for many Minnesota farmers who are expected to harvest record corn and sugarbeet crops.
U.S. Drought Grows To Cover Widest Area Since ’56
The drought gripping the United States is the widest since 1956, according to new data released Monday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Sessions To Assess Ag Work Force Needs
Seven listening sessions will be held across Minnesota this month to assess employers’ work force needs in agriculture and agribusiness.
Upper Midwest Farmers Have Unique Problems
The mild winter and early spring that were a boon for Upper Midwest farmers are contributing to headaches they are starting to deal with now.
U Of M Earns Top Grade For Organic Agriculture
The University of Minnesota has earned a top grade for its organic agriculture programs.
State Fair Opens New Horse, Livestock Arena
The Minnesota State Fair is several months away, but it’s celebrating a new attraction already.
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