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Hardy mums provide color that returns every fall

Wave mums form broad, low mounds with blooms nearly to the ground, creating a carpet-like “snowdrift” of color. They stay around 12 inches tall but can spread up to 24 inches, making them excellent ...
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What’s next in ag drainage?

Through the MN Drainage Program, University of Minnesota Extension works with producers and others on the nuances of precision drainage and its management.
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A taste for potential

Long-time 4-H foods and nutrition judge Mary Bartz is ready for the 4-H Building to match the potential of the youth exhibiting inside, which is why she supports its renovation.
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Extension’s leadership programs prepare leaders for today’s challenges

University of Minnesota Extension’s leadership programs equip leaders with the skills to respond to today’s challenges while ...
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Experience matters in adolescent brain development

One aspect of this neuroplasticity is the increased “cross talk” that the teen brain experiences between its different regions. For instance, as the prefrontal cortex (the brain region that supports ...
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Extension news and highlights

Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activities. University of Minnesota Extension’s leadership programs equip leaders with the skills to respond ...
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Economy and development

We help communities navigate their economic future. Learn about community economics through articles, research and videos.
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See U of M Extension at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair

Find out where and when to see Extension at the fair. Please check Extension's calendar for updates, as activities are subject to change. 4-H Building: 1412 Cosgrove St. Minnesota 4-H and the ...
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Support pollinators

Support pollinators Adopt best practices in landscape maintenance to improve plant health and eliminate the need for pesticides. Plant a bee lawn. Replace lawn areas that are difficult to mow with ...