Featured events Irrigation and nutrient management field day Thursday, July 9, 2026, 3 - 6 p.m. Sand Plains Research Farm Event subject (s): Crops, Insects and pests Byron area farmer field tour ...
Lincoln County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community.
Small-town grocery stores are the heart of rural communities, yet many struggle with competition from larger chain stores, a shrinking customer base, and changing customer demands for fresh produce ...
Chippewa County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community.
Integrated pest management, growing guides, greenhouse management, best practices for harvesting and storage, and marketing advice for Minnesota commercial fruit and vegetable growers.
Extension builds a better future in all 87 Minnesota counties, bringing practical education to 1 million+ participants each year.
Witches' broom is caused by a rust fungus that infects both blueberry bushes and fir trees. This disease causes clusters of small branches known as witches' brooms to form at the base of the plant.
Chidi Chidozie, University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer, and his crew plant Nigerian garden favorites at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.
A drip hose delivers water to the soil for a deeper soak. This week’s drastic temperature swing has stressed gardeners and plants alike. Hot, windy days pull moisture from leaves faster than roots can ...
Brown rot is the most serious disease in plums, tart cherries and apricots in Minnesota. This disease damages shoots, twigs and fruit. During ripening and in storage after harvest, brown rot can ...
Find photos and identifying characteristics that’ll help you identify common Minnesota weeds.
The UMN Extension crops team wants to help you with disease diagnosis. Visit Digital Crop Doc, tell us more about your field situation and submit photos. One of our team members will contact you with ...