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From The Ground Up
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In 2022, the State of Minnesota began requesting information about climate trends at proposed project sites as part of the standard environmental review process. This requirement applies to a wide array of projects, from landfills and...
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EAB larva making a gallery in ash tree. Photo: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources - Forestry, Bugwood.org.
Are you and your family stuck inside because of the tremendous cold gripping Minnesota this weekend?...
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Mystery of the month
The snow melts, and you notice something is off with your lawn. What could be causing the turf near your sidewalks or other impermeable surfaces to die?
The solution is at the bottom of this article.
Pests and...
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January in Minnesota may feel like a gardening lull, but it’s prime time for one important task: dormant pruning. When trees and shrubs are bare, it’s easier to see their structure and make clean cuts that promote health and productivity....
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As Minnesota gardeners look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: sustainability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s becoming the backbone of modern gardening. From no-till methods to composting and creating wildlife-friendly landscapes, these trends...
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As we plan for 2026, now is the time to consider which trees and shrubs to plant in the coming spring and to order the varieties we want. As we have learned from Dutch elm disease, which killed American elms, and the emerald ash borer,...
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Autumn Stoll guides a cottage foods safety trainee on pH testing.
Cottage foods are an important part of Minnesota agriculture. With more than 10,000 registered cottage food producers in the state, this micro-producer industry is...
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Mystery of the month
Why isn’t this holiday cactus blooming?
The solution is at the bottom of this article.
Pests and diseases
Read the instructions on any deicing salt containers before applying them to your driveways,...
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Poinsettia come in a variety of colors.
The holidays aren’t just about glitter and garland; they’re about those beautiful plants that make your home feel festive and warm—but keeping them healthy beyond the season? That’s where a little...
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Saw-whet owl. Photo: Ryan Pennesi
A groundbreaking study documenting the widespread decline of bird populations across almost all species and habitats in North America revealed that since 1970, 2.9 billion birds — approximately 29% of...
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