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Health Benefits of Gardening UMN Extension

WebIt seems to help me let go of that stress, helps my emotional wellbeing. It goes without saying, gardening provides great physical exercise. Movement helps your body get those …

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Soil health is key for healthy plants UMN Extension

WebIn a healthy soil, microorganisms like bacteria, nematodes, insects, fungi and earthworms all work together to breakdown, replenish and provide nutrients to plant …

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MN CropCast: Minnesota April planting and weather update with …

WebApril 23, 2024. This week’s University of Minnesota Extension Minnesota CropCast has as its guest Tom Hoverstad, Researcher at the Southern Research and …

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed)

WebReviewed in 2022. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) is the educational component of the United States Department of Agriculture’s …

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Strategic Farming: Field Notes launches May 8 with weed and …

WebJoin us for the 2024 launch of Strategic Farming: Field Notes when we welcome Dr. Debalin Sarangi, Extension weed specialist, and Bruce Potter, IPM specialist, for …

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Healthy and fit on the go: Making healthy food decisions

WebThe average person makes hundreds of decisions daily. And, over 200 of those decisions are about food. You have learned to make automatic decisions when faced with familiar …

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Vacuum-sealing mason jars: Are they safe for my cottage foods

WebApril 22, 2024 Last month, Extension’s Food Safety team received a question about using vacuum-sealing jars to preserve foods. Do an internet search for “mason jar …

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Welcoming Communities: New York Mills UMN Extension

WebAssessment helps community strengthen its sense of belonging. When the City of New York Mills decided to participate in University of Minnesota Extension’s …

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Horse health UMN Extension

WebThe five core vaccines in Minnesota are West Nile, eastern equine encephalomyelitis, western equine encephalomyelitis, tetanus and rabies. Your horse may need additional …

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Strategic Farming 2024: Field Notes #2 UMN Extension

WebWednesday, May 15, 2024 - Monday, May 15, 2023. 8 - 8:30 a.m. The growing season is filled with a host of challenges, including insect, disease, and weed pests, resistance …

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Swine health UMN Extension

WebUniversity resources for animal health. Learn more about important animal diseases and recent emerging topics from the University of Minnesota Center for Animal Health and …

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Parental stress UMN Extension

WebWithin the family system, stress is defined as pressure or tension that leads to change. Family crisis or stress is the result of the interaction of three factors: The nature of the …

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How loud will cicadas be in Minnesota

WebThe point of the adult’s life is to find a mate and lay eggs. To go about this, male cicadas hang out in trees vibrating special membranes to make a surprisingly loud …

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Caring for the overweight horse UMN Extension

WebMeasure the girth and the height of your horse from the top of the withers. Divide the girth measurement from the height measurement. Overweight horses have a girth to height …

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Building trust in communities UMN Extension

WebBuilding trust in communities. A little trust goes a long way. In fact, scholars link trust in communities to successes such as stronger volunteerism, healthier residents, and …

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No Mow May returns to Alexandria UMN Extension

WebApril 24, 2024. On April 22,2024, the Alexandria City Council once again approved the No Mow May initiative. From Wednesday, May 1 through Friday, May 31, …

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Poultry health UMN Extension

WebIf your flock has sudden, high death rates or many birds with signs of HPAI, contact your veterinarian or the Minnesota Board of Animal Health right away. Please use the …

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Taking care of yourself under stress UMN Extension

WebQuick takes. Accept whatever feelings or fears you are currently experiencing. Practice mindful breathing to reduce stress. Keep a consistent daily routine. Participate in …

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Caring for the underweight horse UMN Extension

WebMake all feed changes gradually over a two-week period to allow enough time for the gut to adjust to the change. Feed for a weight gain of 0.5 to 0.75 pounds daily. Three to four …

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Avian influenza basics for urban and backyard poultry owners

WebThe Minnesota Board of Animal Health responds to avian influenza cases. If your flock has sudden, high death rates or many birds with signs of HPAI, contact your veterinarian or …

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Caring for your horse’s hooves UMN Extension

WebDrawn-out trimming intervals and long toes. Poor hoof quality, some horses may be born with it. Treatment tips. Apply hoof moisturizers to the hoof wall and sole during: Dry …

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Coping with rural stress UMN Extension

WebNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Throughout Minnesota: call **CRISIS (**274747) Crisis Text Line: Text “ MN” to 741741. NAMI-MN Crisis Resources. …

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Cattle vaccine basics UMN Extension

WebVaccines provide added insurance for cattle producers to protect their herds from many different diseases. The factors that warrant vaccination are: The likelihood of disease …

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Anoka County 4-H healthy living workshop

WebAdd to Calendar 2024-05-05 13:00:00 2024-05-05 14:30:00 Anoka County 4-H healthy living workshop - Biscuits and Butter Join us in making some sweet and savory biscuits. The …

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Horse care and management UMN Extension

WebUnderstanding a horse's body and weight. Hoof care. Disaster preparation and prevention. Carcass disposal. Biosecurity. Manure and mud management. Water.

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Carlton County 4-H May 2024 Federation Meeting UMN Extension

WebWe need you! Carlton County youth in grades 6 & older (and their parents or guardians) are invited to attend the monthly federation meeting. Coming to federation meetings is a key …

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Serve It Up Safely™ course UMN Extension

WebThe Serve It Up Safely™ online course is a convenient, effective way to meet the State of Minnesota's continuing education requirement to renew your certified food protection …

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