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Higher turkey prices not a windfall for farmers

Higher turkey prices not a windfall for farmers

Shoppers rushing to find a turkey for the Thanksgiving holiday might pay more this year. Wholesale turkey prices have hit a record high and while that sounds like good news for farmers in Minnesota, who lead the nation in turkey production, the higher prices at the store don't mean big profits for farmers.
by Dan Gunderson

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USDA announces a new focus on Indigenous food and agriculture

USDA announces a new focus on Indigenous food and agriculture

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is launching an Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiative to help promote Indigenous foods and agricultural practices.
by Dan Gunderson

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This Colorado 'solar garden' is literally a farm under solar panels

This Colorado 'solar garden' is literally a farm under solar panels

The newly passed federal infrastructure bill could lead to a boom in solar production requiring a lot more land, including farmland. But research is showing solar panels might actually help some crops grow.
by Kirk Siegler

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Carbon markets drive research in soil carbon storage

Carbon markets drive research in soil carbon storage

A growing number of agri-businesses are offering to pay farmers for practices that store carbon in the soil. But the cost of accurately measuring carbon in fields might be keeping farmers out of the market. Researchers are trying to improve the process.
by Dan Gunderson

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New chronic wasting disease test: Game-changer or unproven?

New chronic wasting disease test: Game-changer or unproven?

As Minnesota officials work to contain the spread of chronic wasting disease in deer, research is developing new technology that can help track the disease. But there's disagreement over how and when to use the technology.
by Dan Gunderson

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How a proposed highway project could affect Hmong farmers in Dakota County

How a proposed highway project could affect Hmong farmers in Dakota County

Sahan Journal reporter Andrew Hazzard talked with host Cathy Wurzer about a proposed road project and related concerns from the Hmong American Farmers Association.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Summer drought may pare fall apple season

Summer drought may pare fall apple season

Farmers across the state were hit hard by the summer drought, and it’s lingering impacts are now showing up at orchards and pumpkin patches across the state. Some orchards are reporting smaller apples and shortened seasons.
by Mary Ellen Ritter

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Highway project threatens Hmong farmland in Dakota County

Highway project threatens Hmong farmland in Dakota County

Land ownership and access is a major barrier for farmers of color in Minnesota. A Hmong farming group in the process of buying its land is already worried about a potential loss to construction.

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How apples became a symbol of Minnesota

How apples became a symbol of Minnesota

Whether you prefer Honeycrisp, Haralsons or SweeTango, apples are a symbol of autumn in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with an apple breeder, an orchard owner and a chef about breeding, growing and eating the iconic fruit.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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