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Robots with hoes show farmers possible future of weed control

Robots with hoes show farmers possible future of weed control

Weeds are becoming resistant to herbicides used by farmers, leaving few good options for controlling unwanted plants that can quickly take over a field. This summer, weed-killing robots are patrolling fields near Moorhead, offering a glimpse of a high tech future on the farm.
by Dan Gunderson

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University of Minnesota raises tuition for next school year

University of Minnesota raises tuition for next school year

In a split vote on Thursday, the university’s Board of Regents approved tuition increases as part of a $5 billion budget. It’s the university’s highest tuition increase in over a decade.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Volunteers are needed for the statewide bumble bee survey

Volunteers are needed for the statewide bumble bee survey

The Minnesota Bumble Bee Atlas wants to expand its statewide survey of bumble bees, but needs more volunteers to do the work. The ambitious project aims to expand the knowledge of where bumble bees are found in Minnesota.
by Dan Gunderson

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New influenza testing rule for dairy cows going to Minnesota fairs

New influenza testing rule for dairy cows going to Minnesota fairs

New influenza testing requirements are in effect for dairy cows in Minnesota. Lactating cows must now have a negative H5N1 virus test before they can attend fairs or other exhibitions.
by Dan Gunderson

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Breaking down findings of Minnesota Department of Education audit over Feeding our Future fraud

Breaking down findings of Minnesota Department of Education audit over Feeding our Future fraud

A report from the Minnesota Legislative Auditor’s office finds that ”actions and inactions” by the Minnesota Department of Education created opportunities for fraud in two taxpayer-funded child nutrition programs.
by Nina Moini and Matt Sepic

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While women outnumber men on campus, their later earnings remain stuck

While women outnumber men on campus, their later earnings remain stuck

On college campuses, women are making inroads in male-dominated fields like engineering and business. But that is not eliminating the earnings gaps in leadership and income in the workplace.
by Jon Marcus

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DNR: Elko New Market can pump more groundwater to supply bottled water plant

DNR: Elko New Market can pump more groundwater to supply bottled water plant

The DNR said its test results show the increase would not negatively affect aquifer levels or nearby lakes, rivers and streams. Elko New Market will be required to investigate and address any potential impacts on nearby private wells.
by Kirsti Marohn

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