Extension office welcomes new staff member Amanda Haglund
Mandi will serve as Prin. Office & Admin Asst. to the Carlton County Office Tuesday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Stop in the office to say hello!
Tamarack Area Producers Workshop
Worried about high fertilizer prices? Tired of dealing with mud season? Care about water quality? Carlton and Aitkin SWCD along with UMN Extension are hosting a free workshop for livestock producers to explore manure storage options, comprehensive management plans, and mud control. The Big Sandy Area Lakes Watershed Management Project has limited funding to pay for 100% of the cost for a Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan for farms in the Tamarack River Watershed!
When: Thursday, October 19 6-8pm
Where: Tamarack Sno-Flyers Club 195 N Main St, Tamarack MN
Dinner will be provided. Please register by contacting Mandi Haglund at haglu119@umn.edu or calling the Extension office 218-384-3511
Feeder Calf Days October 18 at 10 a.m.
Ag. Commissioner Thom Peterson to speak at drought meeting in Moose Lake
Share how you have been affected by the current drought. Learn about state support and resources for farmers affected by the drought from Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen.
Discuss current drought and other challenges you are experiencing on your farm including feed availability, harvest outlooks, access to processing and price margins with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
October 30 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Route 61 Lounge 4654 Co Hwy 61, Moose Lake, MN, United States
QUESTIONS: Contact Peter Ripka, peter@mfu.org, 320-412-6355, or Sabrina Portner, sabrina@mfu.org, 507-441-1765
REGISTER here.
U of M apple variety information
The University of Minnesota is recognized as one of the top apple breeding and genetics research programs in the country. The apple breeding program began in the late 1800s with the goal of developing cold hardy apples that are both high quality and high yielding.
Since the apple breeding program began at the University of Minnesota in 1878, 29 apple varieties have been released. Some University-developed varieties are no longer available, so we have listed all the current U of M varieties, many of which you can purchase from local nurseries and orchards.
Call the Extension Office if you would like a printed copy sent to you.
Happy apple shopping!
8th District Minnesota State Horticulture Society Scholarships
Applicant must be a graduating senior from the MSHS 8th District who will be attending a college or technical school within one calendar year after being chosen as a recipient.
For an application or for more information please call Jan Dzwonkowski at jan_dz@q.com or 218-865-6018 or call the Carlton County Extension Office.
Cone and seed collection-Help harvest seeds for a greener tomorrow!
Do you know of a woodland or forest that produces large amounts of seeds or cones?
Why collect?
- The seeds and cones you collect play a crucial role in the reforestation of state forests, parks, schools, and private lands across the state.
- We need your help collecting local seeds to grow trees adapted to our climate and produce more resilient forests.
- The Nursery greatly depends on the public to maintain our seed supply.
- Engaging in this activity can also be a wonderful family activity that offers a chance to earn some extra income. Prices for seeds range from $20 to $150 per bushel, depending on the specific tree species.
Before collecting seeds or cones, contact one of the DNR seed drop-off locations to check which seeds are needed and how to collect and process them.
Check regulations before collecting. You may need a permit to harvest from public land (Contact your local DNR office). Minnesota state forests do not require a permit if you are collecting seeds and cones to sell to the Nursery. If collecting on private land, get permission from the landowner.
For complete details regarding this program go to: Minnesota DNR
In 4-H, all youth are welcome!
4-H is an out-of-school, hands-on learning program for anyone in Kindergarten through one year past high school (grade 13). Youth choose a project that’s interesting to them and explore it with peers and caring adults. 4-H clubs are groups of youth who want to learn together and meet in every part of Minnesota.
What can I do in 4-H?
The sky’s the limit! 4-H offers learning experiences in science, photography, agriculture, healthy living, civic engagement and much more. We have one-day events, year-long projects and everything in between. There are many ways to try 4-H.
Read this months 4-H newsletter to explore the opportunities waiting for you and to stay up to date on all 4-H happenings!