Leading University of Minnesota
radon researcher William Angell will join U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar at a
news conference where Klobuchar will announce federal legislation she
is introducing to reduce exposure to cancer-causing radon gas in homes.
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April 2010 Archives
U of M professor William Angell to join U.S. Sen. Klobuchar at news conference regarding radon in homes
April 29, 2010
Plan for June 1 DCP, ACRE enrollment deadlines
April 27, 2010
Minnesota farmers have until June 1,
2010, to enroll in the Direct-Counter Cyclical Payment (DCP) and
Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) programs, if not previously
enrolled, according to University of Minnesota Extension experts.
Keep the benefits of trees in rural landscapes
April 26, 2010
If you traveled through rural Minnesota last
winter, you probably realized some of the benefits of windbreaks and living snow
fences. In addition to protecting roadways and farms from drifting snow in winter,
farmers and other rural residents know the value of properly placed trees and
shrubs to save energy (heating and cooling), protect from the wind, protect soil
and water, increase wildlife habitat, and beautify the land.
Maximize soybean yields with these tips
April 19, 2010
Minnesota producers have been
disappointed in soybean yields lately. Recent springs have been
somewhat wetter and late summers have been somewhat dryer than ideal
for soybean production in many parts of the state. An early warm-up
this spring may be a good sign for soybeans in 2010.
Minnesota farm income dropped sharply in 2009, report shows
April 15, 2010
Median net farm income dropped 63 percent
in 2009 among more than 3,000 Minnesota farms, a new joint report by
the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and University of
Minnesota Extension shows.
Spread the message: Producers take good care of animals
April 12, 2010
There was a time in our nation's
history when many people lived on a farm or had close relatives who
owned a farm. Most consumers today have no direct relationship to
livestock producers. Many have a close relationship with their pets and
love animals, so they want to know how animals are cared for on the
farm. There is a need to assure them that producers care for their
animals.
Hennepin County Master Gardener Tour Slated for July 10
April 6, 2010
The third annual University of
Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Learning Garden Tour in Hennepin
County will take place Saturday, July 10, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reduce plant stress at planting time
April 5, 2010
Due to the late harvest last fall,
many fields did not receive fall tillage or fertilizers. Residue is
light in color and reflects the sunlight, which slows soil warm-up.
This spring, especially in northwest and west central Minnesota, there
will be a lot of residue to contend with.
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