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Nitrogen Smart

Nitrogen Smart is an educational program for producers that covers fundamentals and advanced topics to maximize the economic return on nitrogen investments while minimizing nitrogen losses. Sources of ...
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Olmsted County events

Home Local offices Olmsted County Events View events by selecting a topic: Apply Monday, March 2, 2026 Olmsted County 4-H horse project meeting - March 2026 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Aune Hall Event subject (s ...
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Structural pesticide applicators

Structural pest control applicator licenses are issued to applicators who apply pesticides in, on, under, or around structures. March 2, 2026, for special sessions L and P. You must complete the next ...
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Food preservation at home: Boiling, atmospheric, and pressure canning

Canning can be a safe and personally rewarding way to preserve quality food at home. Canning special products for family and friends is a fulfilling experience and a source of pride for many people.
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Native plant communities help you better understand your woods

Knowing your native plant community helps you understand how your woodland functions and what management approaches are most likely to succeed.
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Carving new paths on historic Black-owned family farm

Frog Tree Farm, one of Minnesota’s oldest continuously operated Black-owned family farms, is partnering with RSDP to create a heritage trail that celebrates Black rural history, art, and culture.
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Apply to be a Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador

Over the course of their one-year term, State Ambassadors plan and facilitate impactful programming for Minnesota youth. They don’t just talk about leadership — they live it.
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A warm-weather jump on seed starting

Even if your yard still looks like February, you can give your garden an early boost. A few lights, a handful of seeds, and an hour of prep can bring spring a little closer, no matter what the ...
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Minnesota seed libraries grow more than gardens

Seed libraries provide free access to seeds and educate communities about gardening, serving as hubs for sharing local plant knowledge and resources. Master Gardener volunteers play a key role in ...
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Managing Japanese beetles

Japanese beetles are almost as irritating as mosquitoes. This course is designed to help you create an Integrated Pest Management plan to eliminate Japanese beetles as one of the biggest annoyances in ...
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4-H Tasty Tuesdays: Healthy bites on a budget

In this event series, young chefs will participate in a fun, hands-on cooking experience where they will cook tasty, colorful ...