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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

Woodland Stewardship Tips for Forests and Wildlife

Private woodland owners can protect forest health and biodiversity...

Paisley Purple Potato Wins Fans Across Minnesota

Paisley Purple is a colorful potato from Minnesota gaining...

Minnesota Senator Urges Bipartisan Farm Bill Agreement

Sen. Tina Smith criticized the Senate Agriculture Committee’s...

Research Improves Understanding of Swine Disease Spread

Researchers are studying how viruses spread through swine...

Students Explore Hmong Culture Through Gardening Program

The University of Minnesota Extension’s Noj Qab Nyob Zoo program...

Pocket Gopher Control Helps Protect Yards and Gardens

Pocket gophers can cause serious damage to yards and gardens....

25th Tri-State Drainage Forum Highlights Water Innovation

The 25th Annual Tri-State Drainage Research Forum will bring together...

New Study Helps Improve Global Fertilizer Management

Researchers developed a global fertilizer dataset showing how...

How Pork Producers Can Strengthen Biosecurity Plans

University of Minnesota Extension educator Diane DeWitte is urging pork...

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Friday, September 18, 2026

New Device Helps Farmers Detect Cow Pregnancy

Cornell researchers are developing the ReproPhone, a portable testing device that delivers fast reproductive health information to dairy farmers...

Friday, September 18, 2026

Farm Bill Advances After Senate Committee Vote

The Senate Agriculture Committee approved a new farm bill, moving the legislation forward and opening negotiations with the House on a final...

Friday, September 18, 2026

US Pork Producers Rally for Agriculture Priorities

Pork producers from across the nation united in Washington to discuss industry priorities and advocate for policies that support livestock farms...

Friday, September 18, 2026

USDA Refocuses Dairy Checkoff Priorities

A new USDA directive ends ESG-related spending through dairy checkoff programs and redirects producer dollars toward promotion, research and...

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Farm Bill Beef Labeling Debate Gains Momentum

A proposed return to Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling for beef is generating debate as industry groups warn of higher costs and possible trade...

Thursday, September 17, 2026

New Report Highlights Farm Safety Challenges

Federal workplace statistics show farmers and ranchers continue to face elevated risks, with agriculture ranking among the most dangerous...

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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