With interactive maps and real voices, a community-University partnership brings new light to a vulnerable but sacred resource.

"Fall is a great time to scout for invasive plants because they stay green longer than native species," says Hana Kim, Extension educator.

Find out how to apply to be a Master Gardener and register for the core course.

Find out how to apply to be a Master Gardener and register for the core course.

Find Extension resources to help you weather the storm, including flooding, drought, and extreme cold.

The University of Minnesota Farm Family Recognition Program honors farm families from throughout Minnesota for their significant contributions to the agriculture industry and their local communities.

Learn how to take care of houseplants at this stage of summer, and be on the lookout for garden pests. Remember to tend to your trees and shrubs, especially after harsh weather.

Haskap, also known as honeyberries, captivate consumers and bring cold-hardy fruit-producing states closer together to share knowledge.

Immigrants living in the United States inevitably miss a piece of home that can’t be found abroad. A new program at the University of Minnesota is working to change that.

Smarty Plants · Episode

The summer of 2025 has already been a wild ride—from unseasonal cold snaps to blistering heat and powerful storms. If your yard took a hit, don’t worry. Here’s a simple, safe plan to get your yard…

University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies to prepare a lesson on food crop pest scouting.

The current outbreak of spruce budworm across northeast Minnesota has led to widespread mortality of balsam fir, dramatically increasing the risk of wildfire, particularly in the Arrowhead region.

Extension developed a list of native trees expected to thrive 50 -100 years from now; volunteers journal observations to offer clues for how species might fare north of current growing zones.

Warmer winter temperatures have altered frost patterns and growing seasons across the United States, forcing botanical gardens and arboretums to adapt.

Training for all 4-H volunteers and new learning opportunities create more inclusive environments for youth with disabilities.

Minnesota Master Naturalist Tanner Barnharst reveals lichens in Minnesota’s urban, rural and in-between spaces.

Brush up on safe food handling practices before selling your goods at the market.

University of Minnesota Extension is helping rural communities across the state become places where entrepreneurship thrives and families flourish.

This is a good time to plant woody shrubs and establish good practices for keeping your garden pest and disease-free.

It attracts huge flocks of migrating birds — and birders — this time of year.

Water isn’t just a resource for Bob McNamara. It’s life itself. “You don’t know until it’s gone how important it is.”

Choosing the right plant varieties is crucial for the success of your flower farm. Choose varieties that are in high demand to maximize sales and meet customer expectations.

Cavity trees, dead standing trees, and downed dead trees create habitat for many species of mammals, birds, insects, amphibians, and reptiles, which positively impacts the rest of the ecosystem.

There is an organization that will make you connect more deeply to the planet and your community’s natural spaces.  It’s the Minnesota Master Naturalists with the U of M Extension.

Incorporating native plants into your garden is a fantastic way to support local wildlife and create a sustainable ecosystem.

Preventative practices can reduce disease pressure in your garden.

This is a good time to check your houseplants for pests and some trees and shrubs are ready for pruning. See what else you can do while waiting to get into the garden.

University of Minnesota Extension worked with the Opioid Settlement Advisory Council to distribute $200,000 in funding for local youth prevention, peer support and harm reduction projects.

Look closely or you might miss the early bloomers.

Find green jobs across Minnesota

Marketplace challenges have put a strain on local meat processing. The Meat Processing Bottleneck team is addressing the challenges and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and rural business ...

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to build wealth and manage your money in uncertain economic times.

With the start of spring, you’ll be seeing more and more mushrooms popping up.  Amy Rager, with the Minnesota Master Naturalist program, and Tanner Barnharst, a volunteer in the program, join us with…

In small towns across Minnesota, local grocery stores are more than just places to buy food — they are the bread and butter of the community.

Despite the problems the cold can cause for farmers, gardeners, and homeowners, a cold winter can be a welcome event from a pest management perspective.

Many older homeowners are staying in place, creating a housing shortage that inhibits in-migration of young workers.