FARM
Manure 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.By JIM STORDAHL , March 17, 2010
Ag in the Classroom
How many fourth graders in Becker County know the difference between a combine and a baler? Or a calf and a heifer?
March 17, 2010
March County Line now available
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February 25, 2010
Soybean 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.
By Jim Stordahl , February 18, 2010
Locally 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.
By Jim Stordahl , February 11, 2010
Multi-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.
January 18, 2010
Pawlenty seeks disaster declaration for northern Minnesota
Gov. Tim Pawlenty wants the federal government to declare 18 northern Minnesota counties disaster areas due to "significant crop loses."
By Don Davis , January 13, 2010
2009 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.
January 08, 2010
Fergus Falls ethanol plant files for bankruptcy
Otter Tail Ag Enterprises ethanol plant in Fergus Falls has run into financial difficulties with a recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
By Jason Adkins , December 09, 2009
American Crystal sugar beet payments will be down because of bad growing season, low sugar
Thanks to miserable weather, profits from this fall’s sugar beet harvest won’t be nearly as sweet for American Crystal Sugar growers as last year.
By Craig McEwen , December 04, 2009
Chamber of Commerce to host agricultural issues forum
The Agri-Business Committee of the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an Agricultural Issues Forum this Thursday at the Callaway Community Center.
November 30, 2009
Mold threatens late harvest of soybeans and corn
Fields of corn still stand where plowed fields should be surfacing – that’s just one of the problems facing area farmers as they push to get crops out after an unseasonably wet October.
By Greta Petrich , November 24, 2009
Franken visits Zurn farm near Callaway
Though U.S. Sen. Al Franken has long been an advocate for a green economy, and has sponsored at least one ag-related piece of legislation, the fledgling legislator admits his experience with farms and farming is more limited than he would like.
By Vicki Gerdes , November 13, 2009
Harvest picks up, thanks to some good weather at last -- but corn remains behind
The past seven days were the best week for harvest in more than a month and it was better Monday as combines gobbled up the much of the last of the dry edible beans and soybeans in the Red River Valley.
By Stephen J. Lee , November 12, 2009
Harvest continues to be slowed by rain, snow
Farmers made little if any progress in harvesting crops the past week in eastern North Dakota and northwest Minnesota as rainy, muddy and cold conditions continued to foil field operations.
By Stephen J. Lee , November 03, 2009
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OUR VOICES Farmers may receive federal aid
Farmers in 16 Minnesota counties will be eligible for emergency loans and other help after dealing with multiple weather problems. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Thursday announced the farmers, mostly in northern Minnesota, are due federal aid because their farms have sustained excessive
Posted by: Don Davis on Mar 11, 2010 at 5:24 PM | Capitol ChatterWistful Wednesday: 1964
This was taken in 1964, at the farm where I grew up. The only two brothers I have are also in this
OUR VOICES Farmers give to needy and help themselves
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Minnesota farmers are donating $115,000 worth of pork and cheese to food shelves around the state, taking the money out of funds that generally promote agriculture sales.
In a time when pork and dai
OUR VOICES Ag improvement grants available
Livestock producers can get grants to improve their operations. The Minnesota Agriculture Department is offering the grants, which provide qualified farmers 10 percent reimbursement of the first $500,000 equipment and building investment. “Last year’s effort proved that helping livesto
Posted by: Don Davis on Sep 23, 2009 at 10:19 AM | Capitol Chatter
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