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Your daily source of agriculture and farming news for Minnesota. We also provide farmers with information on markets, auctions and farm equipment, as well as local job and career opportunities.

Minnesota Ag News Headlines

Atrazine Clears Key Review for Endangered Species Protection

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service concluded that atrazine does not...

Environmental Groups Oppose Riverview Dairy Growth Plan

A lawsuit challenges Minnesota's approval process for...

Climate Analogs Help Farmers Plan Future Successfully

Climate analogs help farmers prepare for future weather by improving...

Manure Management Strategies to Improve Soil and Crop Health

Manure management can improve crop productivity and soil health, with...

Corn Rootworm Scouting and Control Strategies for Farmers

Minnesota corn growers are encouraged to scout for corn rootworms, as...

USDA Supports Farmers with Crop Insurance Changes

USDA restores prevented-plant buy-up crop insurance after congressional...

Students Learn Beef Production Through Hands-On Farm Tours

Students in Riverland Community College’s Be Your Best Summer...

Bloomington to Review Cannabis Facility Permit Request

Bloomington will host a public hearing to review a proposed cannabis...

Retailers Invited to Join Minnesota Grown Contest 2026

Minnesota Grown and the Minnesota Grocers Association are inviting...

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Monday, August 3, 2026

Farm Safety Net Faces CCC Funding Challenge

Higher farm program spending could exhaust CCC borrowing authority, potentially limiting USDA's ability to deliver rapid emergency assistance...

Monday, August 3, 2026

Soil Based Fertilizer Method Boosts Efficiency

A new study recommends using soil nitrogen measurements to guide fertilizer applications, helping farmers improve nutrient efficiency and reduce...

Monday, August 3, 2026

New Cover Crop Payments Boost Farmer Enrollment

The 2026 Farmers for Soil Health program introduces higher payments, shorter contracts, and expert guidance to help growers adopt cover crops and...

Monday, August 3, 2026

Tight Cattle Supplies Expected Through 2027

USDA reports show cattle supplies remain tight as herd rebuilding progresses slowly, keeping market conditions uncertain through 2027.

Friday, July 31, 2026

USDA Launches Sheep Industry Growth Grants

USDA is providing $2.4 million in grant funding to help strengthen sheep production, marketing, infrastructure, training, and innovation across...

Friday, July 31, 2026

Dairy Leaders Expand US Mexico Cooperation

Dairy leaders from the United States and Mexico agreed to strengthen collaboration on trade, innovation, nutrition and support for future...

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest is published quarterly and shares the latest innovations and techniques related to precision agriculture and ag technology. Read the most recent edition of the Farms.com Precision Ag Digital Digest to learn more about the latest in precision agriculture, including technology, equipment, efficiencies, data, soil, mapping, and much more.

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