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Walz proposes drought relief for farmers

Walz proposes drought relief for farmers

Gov. Tim Walz has announced his plan to help farmers who were hurt by this year's drought. He wants it passed in a special session sometime next month.
by Tim Pugmire

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Shipping disruptions slow Minnesota crop exports, increase food costs

Shipping disruptions slow Minnesota crop exports, increase food costs

International shipping disruptions are putting the squeeze on businesses that export Minnesota-grown ag products. The shipping backups also affect imports, and that means higher prices at the grocery store.
by Dan Gunderson

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Minnesota farmers tap technology to conserve water in drought

Minnesota farmers tap technology to conserve water in drought

It's been a tough year to be a Minnesota farmer trying to keep crops alive during the worst drought in decades. But many are using new tools and research to be smarter and more efficient about how much water they use, and when.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Kernza farmers see a market for earth-friendly grain

Kernza farmers see a market for earth-friendly grain

Production of Kernza is growing in Minnesota and a Kernza cereal will be on store shelves starting this week. The perennial grain has been in development for decades and has several environmental benefits.
by Dan Gunderson

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Drought drives good grape year in Minnesota

Drought drives good grape year in Minnesota

The drought has challenged many in Minnesota. But for grape growers, it’s the silver lining to a difficult 18 months.
by Paul Huttner

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It's not just the crops. Drought puts stress on farmers, too

It's not just the crops. Drought puts stress on farmers, too

As the drought lingers in much of the state, there is growing concern about mental health challenges faced by farmers and other people in rural Minnesota. 
by Mark Zdechlik

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EPA will ban a farming pesticide linked to health problems in children

EPA will ban a farming pesticide linked to health problems in children

Agency officials issued a final ruling on Wednesday saying chlorpyrifos can no longer be used on the food that makes its way onto American dinner plates. The move overturns a Trump-era decision.
by Vanessa Romo

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How agriculture is coping with this summer’s drought

How agriculture is coping with this summer’s drought

For farmers, the summer of 2021 is the best of times and the worst of times. Big farms that plant corn and soybeans are coping with the drought. But it’s a different story for small growers.
by Chris Farrell, Rachel Yang and Alex Cheng

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‘Micro-farmers’ face drought without safety net

‘Micro-farmers’ face drought without safety net

Some farmers who work just a few acres of land without crop insurance or other programs designed to help much larger operations are facing the dual challenges of adverse weather and the ongoing pandemic.
by Mark Zdechlik

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