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May milk production took hit from pandemic

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:48 AM

US milk production took a hit in May, likely driven by falling milk prices due to the pandemic and reduction programs mandated by milk handlers.

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A raspberry patch of our own

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:28 AM

Raspberries have always been my favorite fruit. Popped into my mouth fresh off the cane, simmered into jam, or blended into smoothies; for me, few flavors are more delightful.

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Remind me again

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:27 AM

It had been one of those days, topping off one of those long weeks where nothing seems to go your way. You cannot seem to get a break, and if you did not have bad luck, you had no luck at all. That is when Mark asks me the question I have no answer for.

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Feeding small grain forage to dairy cows

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:25 AM

Small grain forages, such as spring-planted oats or an oat-and-pea mix, have been a part of our forage feeding strategies for decades.

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Music memories

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:24 AM

The capacity to produce music has never been my forte. I am one of those who could not carry a tune even if you bolted a handle onto it.

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Farm storage facility loans

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:22 AM

As a reminder, Farm Service Agency offices are open by phone appointments only at this time. Call your local office to make an appointment, or we will work with you to complete your FSA paperwork by mail or email.

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Peace and pride

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:08 AM

It hits me mostly in the summertime. This overwhelming feeling of peace and pride when I look out over our farm, it always makes me stop and take a deep breath.

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What is in a name?

Monday, June 29, 2020 10:07 AM

It seems when a family name is on something special and it becomes a common name, it is your own personal brand.

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CFAP sign-up going OK for MN dairy farmers

Monday, June 29, 2020 9:31 AM

Minnesota Milk Producers Association Executive Director Lucas Sjostrom is pleased with the pace of enrollment in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

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The first summer harvest

Monday, June 15, 2020 10:17 AM

My garden is starting to come in with the first harvest of the season. Rhubarb, radishes and spinach are the things I am most excited to be eating fresh.

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