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Bee Veterans workshops open the door to the sweet life for Lakeville family

Brandon Schrader, a squadron commander with the U.S. Air Force Reserve, is one of Minnesota’s newest Bee Veterans participants.
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Animal ambitions: 4-H alumni with livestock projects make their mark

These projects teach animal handling and life skills, but for many, they will also translate into future careers.
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Growing Minds, Growing Skills: Super Sitters

We’re excited to bring you the next topic in the Growing Minds, Growing Skills Academy series: Super Sitters!Each session will be packed with useful tips, engaging activities, and practical knowledge ...
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Extension news and highlights

The BLU workshop empowers young people in grades 6 and up to explore their potential while learning what true leadership looks like in today’s world. Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Laura M. reflects ...
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Potassium for crop production

Potassium (K) is an essential nutrient for plant growth. It’s classified as a macronutrient because plants take up large quantities of K during their life cycle. Minnesota soils can supply some K for ...
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Avian influenza basics for urban and backyard poultry owners

Avian influenza harms poultry flocks, especially if it’s highly pathogenic (HPAI). Always report any signs of disease to your state agency or veterinarian. Preventing disease is the best way to keep ...
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Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors

For over 55 years, the Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador program has offered leadership and civic engagement to 4-H members and their communities through service, promotion and education across the state ...
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Scouting for invasive species this fall

"Fall is a great time to scout for invasive plants because they stay green longer than native species," says Hana Kim, Extension educator.
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Five RSDP board leaders bridging campus and community

RSDP regional boards and work groups bring community leaders and University faculty and staff together to advance sustainability in Greater Minnesota.
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November 4-H State Ambassador update

Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Laura M. reflects on what she calls a life-changing experience at National 4-H Conference and encourages older 4-H youth to apply for the 2026 event.
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Minnesota 4-H regional horse meeting

The next regional horse meeting will be Saturday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon, on Zoom. Zoom meeting information will be provided via email.Minnesota 4-H regional horse meetings are designed to ...
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Winter protection for plants

Rabbits browsing can kill branches by chewing through the cambium layer in bark resulting in girdling. We’ve been encouraging Minnesota gardeners to get ready for winter by watering plants up until ...