Bird flu outbreak: Handle with care, not panic
Bird flu popped up in Minnesota dairy cattle again this week, setting off concerns about how safe our food is and whether we’ll ever get a break in the cost of eggs.
MN lawmakers address bird flu outbreak concerns
Minnesota lawmakers and health officials are addressing the public on concerns over food supply disruption after bird flu was detected in a Minnesota dairy herd earlier this week. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Bird flu detected in Minnesota dairy herd's milk
H5N1 influenza has been detected in a Stearns County dairy herd as part of Minnesota's milk surveillance plan.
Inside scoop on 'Farmer Wants a Wife' from former show producer
"Farmer Wants a Wife" premiered on FOX 9 Thursday night. All Day's Amy Hockert spoke with producers about the excitement leading up to the show, including Executive Producer Paul Millgate, who worked on previous seasons in Australia and the United States.
Gov. Walz reacts to tariffs
Gov. Walz spoke out on Tuesday against President Trump's tariffs against Canada and Mexico.
Tariff impact on MN farmers highlighted by Gov. Walz as policies begin
As President Trump's increased tariffs take effect on Tuesday, Gov. Walz is highlighting the impact they could have on Minnesota farmers.
Farmers try to gauge impact of tariffs
FOX 9 spoke with farmers trying to assess the impact of President Trump's tariffs.
Minnesota will start testing raw cow milk for H5N1 bird flu
The State of Minnesota is going to begin testing its raw milk for the H5N1 bird flu, as the virus is being found more in dairy cows.
Evergreen Acres Dairy owner charged over wage theft, abuse allegations
One of the owners of the Evergreen Acres Dairy farm is being charged by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, alleging he systematically deprived employees of wages they had earned, and ran a company that was rampant with abuse.
Minneapolis boulevard gardens, vegetation targeted by new ordinance
In a city widely known for promoting the benefits of bee pollinator gardens and increased access to fresh vegetables, an ordinance would propose restrictions, and the need for permits, to successfully create either on the boulevard in front of resident properties.
Human bird flu infection case reported in Barron Co., WI
One person in Barron County, Wisconsin, is believed to be the first in the state this year to have contracted bird flu after being exposed to an infected flock.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Cargill announces layoffs at Wayzata HQ, global workforce reduction
Cargill has announced it will reduce its global workforce by roughly 5% - cutting hundreds of jobs at its Wayzata headquarters in the process.
How might Trump's tariffs impact Minnesota?
President-elect Donald Trump’s threat on Monday to impose 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico when he returns to the White House in January captured the attention of world leaders and prompted warnings from economists that his plans would raise prices for consumers.
2 Minnesota turkeys pardoned by President Joe Biden
Two turkeys named Peach and Blossom from Minnesota have been pardoned by President Joe Biden.
Minnesota Cranberry Company: A family business
Minnesota's only cranberry farm is a family business about three hours north of the Twin Cities. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.
Princess Kay interview at the Minnesota State Fair
Princess Kay of the Milky Way represents the dairy industry at the Minnesota State Fair.
FFA Day at the Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg caught up with the Future Farmers of America to discuss agriculture's contribution to the Minnesota State Fair.
'Big Bob' the pig runs away from Ian Leonard
"Big Bob" the pig made a break for it at the Minnesota State Fair on Tuesday.
Shayne Wells at MN State Fair 4-H Livestock Show
FOX 9's Shayne Wells checked out the 4H Livestock Show at the Minnesota State Fair. Thousands of animals, including goats, sheep, bunnies, alpacas and other farm critters come to the Minnesota State Fair every year.