Minnesota’s agricultural landscape wouldn’t be the same without towering silos – old and new. Many of the oldest silos in our area often stand alone, outlasting the barn that once accompanied the ...

Townships are the oldest form of government in Minnesota, dating back to 1787 when Minnesota was established as part of the Northwest Ordinance. The township form of government, a carryover from ...

A bright red barn set against a background of green fields and bright blue skies can be a picturesque image of farming. As time passes and usage changes, however, property owners in agricultural areas ...

A few weeks ago, I wrote about the importance of getting involved in local politics. I even admitted that I was kicking myself for not stepping up. While I had my reasons, which I won’t delve into ...

A bright idea: an electrically lit Christmas tree. Up until the late 19th century, Christmas trees were decorated with garlands of popcorn, homemade ornaments, and edible treats like berries, nuts, ...

Tim “Red” Kirkman didn’t come from a farming background, but that hasn’t stopped him from producing a thriving Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) business in rural New Germany. “My grandparents ...

Consumer misconception is the biggest challenge facing today’s pork industry. As a volunteer for Minnesota Pork Board’s Operation Main Street program, Jenna Davis, Cokato, is trying to educate ...