Unseasonably warm weather changes landscape for farmers, falls
Unseasonably warm weather is changing the landscape of Minnesota as we approach a new year.
Minnesota industrial hemp license applications now open for 2024
Applications for licenses to grow and process industrial amounts of hemp in Minnesota are now open to Minnesotans, subject to restrictions.
MN turkeys being pardoned by President Biden
Two turkeys from Willmar, Minnesota, will be pardoned on Monday by President Joe Biden as part of an annual Thanksgiving tradition. The turkeys will retire to the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences in St. Paul following their time in Washington, D.C.
Plant hardiness zone map updated
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has updated its plant hardiness zone map. FOX 9's Rose Schmidt reports.
Minnesota farm-to-school program expands
Hutchinson High School expands their farm-to-school meal program, to provide fresh, local food for students. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard reports.
1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered at an Iowa farm where bird flu was found
An additional 1.2 million chickens will be slaughtered to prevent the spread of the bird flu after the virus was confirmed on an Iowa egg farm in the second massive case this week.
Neighborhood group moves forward with Roof Depot purchase
The sale of the Roof Depot property in Minneapolis to a neighborhood group, working to block the construction of a city public works facility, moved a step closer to reality on Thursday.
Feral pigs, farmed mink management opinions sought by Minnesota DNR
Minnesota agencies are asking people to share their perspectives on the state's management of the animals.
President Biden launches rural investment plan in Minnesota
President Joe Biden launched a new rural investment plan in Minnesota Wednesday.
Another MN farmer comes up short of record with giant pumpkin
After one Minnesota pumpkin grower set a record in California with his 2,700-plus pound gourd, another farmer was chasing that feat on Saturday.
Minnesota pumpkin grower smashes world record with massive 2,749-pound pumpkin
Travis Gienger, who is a teacher and pumpkin grower from Anoka County, broke the record with his 2,749-pound pumpkin named “Michael Jordan" during the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, California.
Anoka County pumpkin grower hopes to take home another world record
In his seemingly magical pumpkin patch, everything Travis Gienger touches turns to Guinness.
Minnesota teacher seeks largest pumpkin record
A Minnesota teacher who is also a pumpkin grower is now embarking on a cross-country trek to see if his is record-breaking.
Kudos to Minnesota’s new apple
Home of the delicious Honeycrisp apple, the University of Minnesota has created a new type it feels will be another winner – the Kudos.
Minnesota farmers still need rain despite recent storms throughout state
Every bit of rain seen throughout Minnesota is helping farmers right now.
Superior National Forest fire spotted near Ely, Minnesota
A relatively small fire has been spotted in the Superior National Forest near Ely, Minnesota.
Superior National Forest fire spotted
A relatively small fire has been spotted in the Superior National Forest around 15 miles southeast of Ely, Minnesota.
Recent rains bring optimism to Minnesota farmers
The Minnesota Corn Growers Association says 54% of the state's corn crops are rated “good" to “excellent" compared to 64% at this time last year, and 38% two years ago.
Minnesota farmers dealing with heat still
The Minnesota Corn Growers Association says 54% of the state's corn crops are rated “good" to “excellent" compared to 64% at this time last year, and 38% two years ago.
Minnesota joins USDA partnership to enhance competition in agriculture
The partnership is meant to enhance competition and protect consumers in food and agriculture markets.