Manoj Rawat

Oct 30, 2024 | minnesotaagconnection.com | Manoj Rawat

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 By Scout Nelson Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Rep. Brad Finstad (R-Minn.) have initiated a congressional inquiry into the USDA’s oversight of grants following the closure of Pure Prairie Poultry. This Minnesota-based company, which received over $45 million in USDA funding, recently ceased operations, severely impacting the local agricultural community.

Oct 29, 2024 | minnesotaagconnection.com | Manoj Rawat

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 By Scout Nelson Minnesota farmers received limited rainfall in the week ending October 27, 2024, with an average of 6.5 days deemed suitable for fieldwork, as reported by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Harvest operations were nearing completion, with some areas beginning to plant fall small grains.

Oct 25, 2024 | minnesotaagconnection.com | Manoj Rawat

Friday, October 25, 2024 By Scout Nelson The Advancing Nitrogen Smart podcast series, hosted by Extension educator Brad Carlson and Extension nutrient management specialist Dan Kaiser, is a vital resource for farmers seeking to enhance their nitrogen use efficiency. This podcast has just celebrated its tenth episode, each packed with unbiased, research-based information crucial for modern agricultural practices.

Oct 25, 2024 | minnesotaagconnection.com | Manoj Rawat

Friday, October 25, 2024 By Scout Nelson This year's Minnesota State Fair was a vibrant showcase of talent and hard work, with over 4,300 4-H members from across the state participating. These young individuals displayed an array of projects, from livestock to leadership, demonstrating the diverse interests and skills developed through the 4-H program.

Oct 18, 2024 | minnesotaagconnection.com | Manoj Rawat

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 By Scout Nelson The 51st annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay wrapped up with an exciting finish, featuring some of the heaviest pumpkins in competition history. The top prize went to a massive 2,471-pound pumpkin grown by Travis Gienger from Minnesota, winning by a slim margin of just six pounds.