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Minnesota Department of Agriculture Press Releases

485 Press Releases
  • Published on June 28, 2022 - 18:14 GMT

    Second Gypsy Moth Treatment in Duluth, Cloquet Scheduled for Wednesday, June 29

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is planning a second treatment to eradicate a gypsy moth (now known as spongy moth) infestation in Cloquet and Duluth. Officials plan to conduct the treatments on Wednesday, June 29 as early as 5 a.m. in Duluth …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 17:47 GMT

    MDA to Fight Invasive Moths in Duluth, Cloquet on Wednesday, June 22

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is planning to treat two areas in Cloquet and Duluth to eradicate gypsy moth (now known as spongy moth) infestations detected in those areas last fall. Officials plan to conduct the treatments on Wednesday, …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 16:17 GMT

    Ya comenzó la recepción de solicitudes de asistencia por sequía

    Los ganaderos y los productores de cultivos especiales de Minnesota ya pueden solicitar un reembolso de hasta $7,500 por granja debido a los gastos ocasionados por la sequía del año pasado, a través del Programa Agrícola de Asistencia por Sequía 2021 ( …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 16:17 GMT

    Muddada Codsiga Gurmadka Abaaraha ayaa Hadda Furan

    Beeralayda xoolaha iyo kuwa wax soo saarka dalaga gaarka ah ee Minnesota ayaa hadda codsan kara ilaa $7,500 beertiiba si ay loogu soo celiyo kharashaadka kaga baxay abaartii sannadkii hore, iyada oo loo sii marayo Barnaamijka Gurmadka Abaaraha Beeraha ( …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 16:17 GMT

    Ua Ntawv Thov Kev Pab Rau Ntuj Qhua Teb Nkig Qhib Ua Ntawv Thov Kev Pab Tam Sim No Lawm

    Cov tswv teb yug tsiaj txhu hauv lub xeev Minnesota thiab cov tswv teb es cog cov qoob loo tshwj xeeb tam sim no ua tau ntawv thov kev pab kom tau nyiaj ntau li ntawm $7,500 rau ib daim teb twg es them rov qab rau cov nuj nqi  koj them es muaj vim yog ntuj …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 16:17 GMT

    Drought Relief Application Window Now Open

    Minnesota livestock farmers and specialty crop producers can now apply for up to $7,500 per farm in reimbursement for expenses incurred due to last year’s drought, through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) 2021 Agricultural Drought Relief …

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  • Published on June 13, 2022 - 20:20 GMT

    Grant Money to Help Farmers Implement Climate Smart Conservation Measures

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has received a $100,000 grant from the McKnight Foundation to help farmers develop climate-smart farming practices that can mitigate climate change, build farm resiliency, and may provide them with a new income …

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  • Published on June 9, 2022 - 20:53 GMT

    MN Grown Retailer of the Year Recipients Announced

    Minnesota grocers recognized for promoting locally grown products and farms will be rewarded with the 2022 Retailer of the Year award from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Minnesota Grown program, in conjunction with the Minnesota Grocers …

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  • Published on June 9, 2022 - 14:07 GMT

    MDA Announces Urban Agriculture Grant Recipients

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has awarded a total of $551,000 in grants to 14 statewide projects under the Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) Urban Agriculture Grant Program. This is the fifth year of the program. Its …

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  • Published on June 8, 2022 - 11:32 GMT

    June 12 Cut-off Date Remains for Dicamba Use on Soybeans South of Interstate 94

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding pesticide applicators of state-specific restrictions for the use of dicamba herbicide for the 2022 growing season. XtendiMax by Monsanto, Engenia by BASF, and Tavium by Syngenta are the only …

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  • Published on May 27, 2022 - 18:14 GMT

    Drought Relief Application Window to Open Mid-June

    Minnesota livestock farmers and specialty crop producers who incurred expenses due to last year’s drought can apply for up to $7,500 per farm in reimbursement through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) 2021 Agricultural Drought Relief Program …

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  • Published on May 25, 2022 - 16:43 GMT

    Emerald Ash Borer Found in Kandiyohi County

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Kandiyohi County for the first time. There are now 35 counties in the state, including Kandiyohi, with EAB. A tree care company contacted the MDA after …

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  • Published on May 20, 2022 - 14:58 GMT

    New Cost-share Program to Help Upgrade Irrigation Systems

    The first sign-up for cost-share for irrigation system upgrades and associated practices is now available to producers in 19 Minnesota counties. This cost-share is available through a Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) awarded by the USDA …

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  • Published on May 19, 2022 - 15:57 GMT

    MDA to Help MN Food Firms Shine at Chicago Trade Shows

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) “Minnesota Pavilion” will be traveling to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show/American Food Fair at McCormick Place May 21-24, 2022 and the overlapping Sweets & Snacks Expo also at …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 15:45 GMT

    Meat, Poultry, Egg, and Milk Processing Grant Recipients Announced

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has awarded $709,235 in 2022 Meat, Poultry, Egg, and Milk Processing Grants to 15 recipients across Minnesota in its first year of operation. The grant program aims to facilitate the start-up, modernization, or …

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  • Published on April 26, 2022 - 15:24 GMT

    MDA Asks for Input on USDA Local Food for Schools Program

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is seeking public input on proposed plans for food procurement and distribution as part of an application to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Local Food for Schools program (LFS). The goal of the LFS …

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  • Published on April 25, 2022 - 18:46 GMT

    Emerald Ash Borer Found in Carlton and Lake Counties

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Carlton and Lake counties for the first time. EAB was first discovered in Minnesota in 2009, and there are now 34 counties in the state with EAB. In Lake …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 15:49 GMT

    MDA Dicamba Misuse Investigations Find Common Label Violations

    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is continuing its investigations into the alleged misuse of dicamba herbicide products intended for dicamba-tolerant (DT) soybeans, though on-going work reveals a pattern of issues with label violations. In …

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  • Published on April 20, 2022 - 14:53 GMT

    Annual Study Again Confirms Higher Profits for Ag Water Quality Certified Farms

    Farmers enrolled in the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program (MAWQCP) have higher profits than non-certified farms, according to a recent study by the Minnesota State Agricultural Centers of Excellence. This marks the third year of …

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  • Published on April 15, 2022 - 16:05 GMT

    Minnesota Hemp Growers and Processors Must Apply by April 30 for 2022 Season

    Those wanting to grow and process hemp in Minnesota in 2022 must apply for a license with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) by April 30. To date, over 200 people have applied for an MDA license. The online application for growers and processors …

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