﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Tue, 10 Nov 2026 04:41:08 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>Minnesota Ag Connection</title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1257</link><atom:link href="https://minnesotaagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1257" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[UMN Extension Opens 2027 Produce Safety Webinars]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/umn-extension-opens-2027-produce-safety-webinars</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 University of Minnesota (UMN) Extension opens registration for its 2027 First Tuesday Produce Safety Webinar series. The free training program helps fruit and vegetable ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:56:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/umn-extension-opens-2027-produce-safety-webinars</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183566]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Minnesota 4-H Livestock Judging Contest Set for 2027]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-4-h-livestock-judging-contest-set-for-2027</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 The annual Southwest Regional 4-H Livestock Judging Contest is scheduled for June 16, 2027, at the Murray County Fairgrounds in Slayton, Minnesota. The event welcomes young ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:53:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-4-h-livestock-judging-contest-set-for-2027</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183565]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[University of Minnesota Launches Statewide Tick Survey]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-launches-statewide-tick-survey</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Researchers at the University of Minnesota are encouraging residents to participate in a citizen science project aimed at improving understanding of tick populations across ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-launches-statewide-tick-survey</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183410]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Smart Grazing Strategies Help Farmers Use More Land]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/smart-grazing-strategies-help-farmers-use-more-land</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Farmers are always looking for practical ways to improve land use, reduce feed costs, and support livestock production. Combining crop production with livestock grazing offers ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/smart-grazing-strategies-help-farmers-use-more-land</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183404]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[USDA Expands Drought Support Across Minnesota]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/usda-expands-drought-support-across-minnesota</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) designates numerous Minnesota counties as natural disaster areas due to ongoing drought conditions across several regions of ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/usda-expands-drought-support-across-minnesota</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183368]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Stormwater Plant Identification Training Improves Water Quality]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/stormwater-plant-identification-training-improves-water-quality</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 As communities increasingly adopt nature-based approaches to stormwater management, understanding the vegetation that supports these systems has become increasingly important. ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/stormwater-plant-identification-training-improves-water-quality</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183363]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Red Wing Secures $10 Million for Port Infrastructure Upgrades]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/red-wing-secures-10-million-for-port-infrastructure-upgrades</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Red Wing Port Authority and Red Wing Grain, LLC, have received $10,161,985 in federal funding to improve port infrastructure and support agricultural transportation in ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/red-wing-secures-10-million-for-port-infrastructure-upgrades</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183173]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Extension Webinar Covers WPS Safety Requirements]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-extension-webinar-covers-wps-safety-requirements</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 University of Minnesota Extension will host a webinar on November 19, 2026, to help agricultural employers and pesticide handlers understand and comply with the Worker ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:46:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-extension-webinar-covers-wps-safety-requirements</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183165]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[University of Minnesota Shares Fall Planting Success]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-shares-fall-planting-success</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Fall is an ideal time for gardeners to plant bulbs and garlic, allowing roots to develop before winter arrives. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, planting ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:42:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-shares-fall-planting-success</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183163]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Supporting Wildlife Migration Through Habitat Conservation]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/supporting-wildlife-migration-through-habitat-conservation</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 The seasonal movement of wildlife is one of nature’s most remarkable phenomena. Birds, bats, and insects travel vast distances each year, linking ecosystems across regions and ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:54:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/supporting-wildlife-migration-through-habitat-conservation</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183064]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs Threaten Minnesota Apple Orchards]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/brown-marmorated-stink-bugs-threaten-minnesota-apple-orchards</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) are invasive insects that pose a threat to fruit crops, including apples. These pests feed directly on fruits and can cause visible damage, ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:51:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/brown-marmorated-stink-bugs-threaten-minnesota-apple-orchards</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-183063]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Essential Tips to Take Care of Winter Pruning Tools]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/essential-tips-to-take-care-of-winter-pruning-tools</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Winter pruning is an important task for fruit growers. It helps maintain healthy plants, remove unwanted branches, and support better fruit production. Many growers prune ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:52:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/essential-tips-to-take-care-of-winter-pruning-tools</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182526]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Soil Health Report Shows Adoption Challenges]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-soil-health-report-shows-adoption-challenges</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 A statewide survey conducted by the Minnesota Office for Soil Health has provided new insights into how farmers across Minnesota view soil health, conservation practices, and ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:25:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-soil-health-report-shows-adoption-challenges</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182514]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Prepare Alfalfa for Winter to Protect Spring Growth]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/prepare-alfalfa-for-winter-to-protect-spring-growth</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 As summer ends and temperatures begin to fall, farmers need to prepare their alfalfa fields for winter. The condition of an alfalfa stand before winter affects its ability to ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/prepare-alfalfa-for-winter-to-protect-spring-growth</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182469]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreaks Surge Across U.S. Poultry Industry]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/h5n1-bird-flu-outbreaks-surge-across-us-poultry-industry</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) cases are rising across the United States, with recent outbreaks affecting both commercial and backyard poultry flocks. In the past ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:43:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/h5n1-bird-flu-outbreaks-surge-across-us-poultry-industry</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182461]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Agritourism Growth Creates New Farm Opportunities]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-agritourism-growth-creates-new-farm-opportunities</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Agritourism is growing across Minnesota as farms add attractions and events that bring visitors to working agricultural operations. Activities such as corn mazes, pumpkin ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/minnesota-agritourism-growth-creates-new-farm-opportunities</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182459]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[University of Minnesota Hosts 2026 ARC and PLC Webinar]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-hosts-2026-arc-and-plc-webinar</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 The University of Minnesota Extension will host a webinar on November 17, 2026, to help farmers and agricultural stakeholders understand their options under the USDA Farm ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/university-of-minnesota-hosts-2026-arc-and-plc-webinar</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182368]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sakshi Bande]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Tad Sonstegard Helps Advance Livestock Research]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/tad-sonstegard-helps-advance-livestock-research</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Tad Sonstegard, a livestock genetics expert and recipient of the College of Biological Sciences (CBS) Alumni Achievement Award, has spent his career finding ways to improve ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:53:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/tad-sonstegard-helps-advance-livestock-research</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182369]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[How Climate Analogs Support Resilient Farm Management]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/how-climate-analogs-support-resilient-farm-management</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 Minnesota farmers are increasingly preparing for changing weather conditions, including warmer temperatures, drought, and shifting rainfall patterns. Research suggests these ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:45:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/how-climate-analogs-support-resilient-farm-management</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182365]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Prepare Your Garden for Winter With These Essential Steps]]></title><link>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/prepare-your-garden-for-winter-with-these-essential-steps</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Scout Nelson  

 As temperatures drop and winter approaches, gardeners have an opportunity to prepare their landscapes for the colder months. A few simple maintenance steps can help protect ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:54:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotaagconnection.com/news/prepare-your-garden-for-winter-with-these-essential-steps</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[49e1e569-b181-4258-97f2-455b548487ac-182218]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>