The 3rd Annual 4-H Science of Agriculture Challenge kicked off earlier this week as teams from eight counties came together at the University of Minnesota to present their solution to an agriculture-related issue. This year’s group tackled topics ranging from efficient fencing to optimal turkey bedding in a competition that instilled confidence in future generations of leaders in agriculture.
After the semifinals on day one, four teams representing Le Seur, Douglas,
Written by Jonathan Eisenthal
The 4R Summit, which provides opportunities for key learnings in nutrient management and stewardship, was held in Minneapolis earlier this week. At the conference, Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA) Executive Director Adam Birr spoke to the group about Minnesota corn farmers as national leaders who seek to bring the best environmental stewardship to modern agriculture.
“4R” refers to the ideal use of fertilizer: placing the nutrient from the right source,
Being a farmer is unlike any other profession, and with that comes unique challenges. As farm operations continue to grow and increase in complexity, mental health is a crucial tool in navigating those daily hurdles, said Ted Matthews, a rural mental health specialist who counsels Minnesota families.
In his years working with farmers across greater Minnesota, Matthews has found farmers, especially the older generation, are less likely to address mental health with outside help.
Maizey along with the TC Road Crew were unfortunately rained out during Sunday’s Open Streets Downtown, which was hit by a severe thunderstorm preventing the group from setting up over the weekend. Thankfully, the event was the first of three Open Streets that will be attended by the group representing Minnesota Corn.
Open Streets are held throughout the Twin Cities during the summer months as a way to bring together community groups and local businesses on a temporarily closed street.
Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA) President Harold Wolle, Jr., is running for a seat on the National Corn Growers Association’s (NCGA) Corn Board. Wolle, who has served on the MCGA board of directors for nearly five years, is one of six candidates vying for a position on the National Corn Board.
“After my experience with Minnesota Corn, it is a logical next step to move up to the national level,” Wolle said. “I find board service to be very rewarding,