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Cleaning and Sanitizing on the Farm for COVID - 19

Agricultural producers are working diligently to prepare their farms to plant, harvest and sell their food crops in a safe and healthy manner during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the most important way to minimize the spread of the SARS-Co-V-2 virus is via physical distancing and minimizing person...

Ask Extension: Can I get rid of Creeping Charlie without using chemicals?

Creeping Charlie Q: What's the best way to kill Creeping Charlie in large yards without using harmful chemicals? My concern is the health of my children, and my well and septic system. We have this over a large portion of our lawn. A: First, a few facts about Creeping Charlie: Creeping...

Purple Tansy: Pollinator power player & Cover crop

When I was an undergraduate, I studied abroad for six months in Stuttgart, Germany. While there at the University of Hohenheim, my friends and I would explore the Swabian countryside any chance we could get. I was struck by a sea of purple created by what's commonly called "purple tansy" or...

Make the most of your staycation with these activities

Staycations have grown in popularity in recent years. A 2018 poll from YouGov Omnibus found that 53 percent of the more than 100,000 participants had taken a staycation at some point, proving that forgoing traditional vacations for relaxing respites in the comfort of home is a wildly popular trend...

Practice safe boating at all times

Boating is a recreational activity enjoyed by thousands of people. Spring and summer are prime times of year for boating, though people who live in temperate climates may be able to enjoy boating all year long. Everyone who takes to the water, novices and experienced boaters included, should be...

What you need to know about invasive giant hornets

Note: While there is not an official common name for the subject of this article, this insect is commonly called Asian giant hornet. However, because names matter and influence people, this article will generally avoid using this name. You may have heard recent news about “murder hornets” arriving...

First Brood Since 2017 - There are good things happening in the world

Click or tap to view the livestream! https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/features/webcams/eaglecam/index.html With so much uncertainty in the world, it is important to focus on the positive things that happen every day. Nature is a place where we can still depend on finding beauty, serenity and joy. ...