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Serving Becker and surrounding counties. Written and Edited by these Becker County Offices: The University of Minnesota Extension, FSA, NRCS, Soil and Water Conservation District. New articles are published each month. View the current issue of County Line Today! http://dl-onlinetoday.com/CountyLine/index.html
RELATED CONTENTWorker who fell ill atop 150-foot elevator equipment in Eldridge, N.D., is rescued 
ELDRIDGE, N.D. – Authorities here this morning rescued a man who fell ill while working on grain handling equipment 150 feet off the ground.
RELATED CONTENTFeds target growing monopolies in big agriculture and food processing
The workshop, led by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, focused on the margins at various levels of the agricultural supply chain. Featured were four panels composed of producers, academics and other industry stakeholders.
RELATED CONTENTOrganic farming going strong
The number of certified organic farms and acres is on the rise in Minnesota according to a new Minnesota Department of Agriculture report. The Status of Organic Agriculture in Minnesota report provides detailed information about the economic performance of organic farms, organic consumer and market data, environment and human health topics and an inventory of state and federal programs directed toward organic agriculture.
RELATED CONTENTImportant practice: Lawn mowing tips
Lawn mowing is perhaps the most important practice performed in home lawn care. The simple practice of mowing impacts not only the appearance of your lawn, but also can impact the turf’s ability to ward off problems.
RELATED CONTENTLocally grown foods hot trend
Again this past year, locally produced foods was one of the hottest nationwide trends in foods, one of which is farm friendly or local foods. Indeed, this is good news that can have a positive impact on farmers, consumers and even our rural communities.
RELATED CONTENTIt’s time: Prune fruit trees soon
Carl Hoffman, my coworker in Stearns County, brings us this week’s timely tip. Many of us have fruit trees that are often neglected, but hopefully, this article will motivate those of us that need a little encouragement to put those pruning shears to work.
RELATED CONTENTManure has value for crops
Manure has tremendous value in crop production that goes beyond the usual N-P-K needs of the crop. While the value of manure is usually calculated using these typical elements, manure also provides most of the necessary micronutrients. This is why deficiencies seldom show up on farms that routinely use manure.
RELATED CONTENTValue of gardens
A small vegetable garden is not usually a financial endeavor. Most folks keep gardens for flavorful produce, the availability of fresh veggies, to control production practices and perhaps to get some exercise. Seldom do gardeners toil because it’s a good financial move.
RELATED CONTENTSoybean cyst nematode discovered
Just when you thought you were getting soybean aphid management figured out, a new pest has make its appearance in the area that may make aphids seem like a minor inconvenience. The soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is one of the most destructive pests affecting soybeans in the United States.
RELATED CONTENTPeterson sponsors 2010 Home Grown Economy Conference in Marshall, Feb. 15-16
U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson (DFL-Minn.) will sponsor the “The Home Grown Economy 2010 – Equipping You to Build Community Based Food Systems” conference in Marshall on Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 15-16. In addition, to improve access for constituents throughout the 7th Congressional District, interactive video sessions will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at the following college campus locations: University of Minnesota, Crookston, University of Minnesota, Morris, Bemidji State University, and Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Fergus Falls.
RELATED CONTENTLocally grown foods a hot trend nationwide
Again this past year, locally produced foods was one of the hottest nationwide trends in foods, one of which is farm friendly or local foods. Indeed, this is good news that can have a positive impact on farmers, consumers and even our rural communities.
RELATED CONTENTMulti-agency review presents initial findings on Minnesota’s atrazine regulations
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture announced it has completed a multi-agency review of the herbicide atrazine in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
RELATED CONTENTParkers Farm expands recall after listeria concerns
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting consumers to an expansion of the Jan. 8, 2010, product recall issued by Parkers Farm, Inc., of Coon Rapids.
RELATED CONTENT2009 ag income tax update for farm families available
For tax years 2009 and 2010, there are a number changes that have resulted from the passage of federal tax laws. These changes can dramatically affect farm families, their farm business and the management of their tax planning.
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