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Encouraging children to be physically active can be an important step in helping them to be healthier later in life. The Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) says active kids are more likely to become healthy adults. Studies have shown that being physically active and making smart food choices...
The adage, "Success has many fathers, but failure is an orphan" is an applicable turn of phrase in many instances, and it seems to ring true when trying to pin down the origins of ice cream. A 2019 study from Datassential that surveyed more than 2,500 consumers about their dessert habits and...
The cost of everyday items continues to stretch many people's budgets, even as financial experts note that inflation is cooling off. When individuals feel a pinch in their wallets, non-essentials, such as vacations, often are on the chopping block. But they may not have to be.
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Getting a gym membership is one of the first things that comes to mind when someone mentions a desire to get in shape. Exercise goals can be achieved at gyms and fitness clubs, but they are not the only locations where people can get on a healthy track. People who turn to the great outdoors for...
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This fruit update contains information about…
Apples- second generation codling moth.
Grapes- disease updates and russeting and cracking.
Blueberries- harvest season and insect pest updates.
Additional fruit updates- black currants,...
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Brassicas are being harvested, and some growers are finding lots of holes in their cabbage, collards, and kale. In Minnesota we have three species of caterpillars that feed on the foliage of all our brassica crops. Read on to get to know...
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Crown rust affecting perennial ryegrass. Some varieties are more resistant to the disease than others.
Extended periods of high temperatures are often the cause of poor summer turfgrass performance. Normally, this heat stress is...
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A rain barrel surrounded by plants can make your landscape both environmentally sound and visually pleasing.
Our home property has...
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Bulmers Norman, a European apple variety
This time of year, UMN Extension receives a steady stream of questions about how to identify...
Bass and pike fishing remain strong in less than 12 feet on most lakes. Crappies are being located on Clearwater Lake at 15-20 ft. Walleyes are being caught using minnows, from 15 to 30 ft. on Sugar...
Fishing and hunting are popular outdoor activities. Many outdoor enthusiasts engage in angling or hunting so they can have trophies to put up on their walls. Others rely on hunting and fishing for...
When in doubt while holiday shopping, go with a gift card. Gift cards provide a convenient way to ensure people of all ages ultimately get something special.
According to a 2016 survey by the gift...
Halloween is a day many people, including adults and children, eagerly anticipate. Steeped in tradition, Halloween is a day that's always good for a scare and, of course, some candy.
Many Halloween...
Apples are here, apples are here! Many varieties are ready for picking. Find your favorite apple orchard, or farmers market near you. Whether for eating, canning, or baking, there is sure to be a...
On Saturday, Oct. 3, Schmidt Lake, just off County Road 34 between Buffalo and Hanover, offered a serene reflection of the fall colors that are beginning to paint the trees. The cooler weather has...
In response to recent grain bin accidents resulting in the tragic deaths of area farmers, Hopkins Seed (local Pioneer® Seed Dealer) partnered with Buffalo Fire Chief, John Harnois to facilitate a...
I have been with the County Attorney’s Office representing the citizens of Wright County for almost 37 years, the past 22 as your elected County Attorney. I started my career as a prosecutor for...
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