Carlton County Extension Connection
November 2024
Join Anna Stockstad, UMN Extension Educator in Forest Ecosystem Health, to learn about climate adaptation strategies that you can use to improve the health and resilience of your woodland, whether you care for 1 acre or 200 acres.
This talk will feature the Extension Forestry program Climate-Ready Woodlands, which includes a robust toolbox of regionally-specific lists of native trees and plants that are predicted to be climate-resilient and provide benefits to small critters (pollinators, birds, small mammals, and other insects), as well as lists of potentially vulnerable tree species to consider for climate refugia.
By providing diverse climate adaptation options, Extension Forestry hopes that Minnesota's woodland stewards will feel empowered to adapt their woods to a changing climate in a way that fits their goals and values.
Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 6-7:30 pm
Carlton County Transp. Bldg., 1630 County Rd. 61, Carlton
$5 cash or check (18 and under are free)
Please call 218-384-8684 to register
We appreciate the canning enthusiasts we have here in Carlton County. We are trying to determine if we have a need for large scale canning quantities. Please fill out this form if you would have a need for a large scale (commercial sized) canning equipment to help make your canning more efficient. Large scale would be 100 or more pints a season.
Are you looking to preserve your heirloom or open-pollinated varieties of plants that are truly priceless?
Doug has been saving his own seeds for years and will start with a review of plant reproduction. That will be followed by an overview of the slightly more advanced seed saving techniques used in more challenging vegetables like carrots, cabbage etc. Seed selection and storage will also be discussed with a Q & A to follow.
The cost is $5 at the door and 18 and under are free. Admission includes hand outs and door prizes. Contact Ann at 218-384-8684 or rustx048@umn.edu to register.
Agritourism continues to grow in popularity, with over 70 million people visiting farms each year – and almost 24 million of these visitors are children. While some visitors are buying fresh produce, others are learning about where their food comes from. Still others visit agritourism operations to have fun: enjoying a hay ride, walking through a corn maze or choosing the perfect pumpkin to carve or decorate.
Whatever the reason for the visit, it is up to the farmers who invite visitors onto their farms to ensure the safety and health of their visitors. Implementing appropriate safety strategies can help reduce visitor injuries and illnesses, potentially reducing liability. The safeagritourism.org website provides the tools and resources farmers need to help keep their visitors safe. The website provides walkthroughs, checklists and resources to implement safety best practices.
Another great resource on this topic is the UMASH (Upper Midwest Agriculture Safety and Health Center) website which has downloadable safety posters, training videos and workshops available for no cost.
There are so many delicious Minnesota apple varieties to pick from, many of them designed to grow to their best quality and flavor in our unique climate!
Sweet or tart? For eating or pie? What's in season this month? Pick the perfect Minnesota apple variety for your use and palate with this chart created by the Minnesota Grown directory , then find an orchard near you in the directory.
Please help Carlton County 4-H reach their goal by purchasing from their fundraiser. The sale ends on 12/03/2024, so don’t wait to order! Members of their group will deliver your products when they arrive. These are a tasty easy treat to serve for the holidays. You can place an order online by clicking this link or call the Extension Office to place an order with cash or check, or for more information. Thank you!
Proceeds will support Carlton County youth with scholarships to Regional and State Events!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Are you a young farmer taking over an existing operation or have you started your own farm?
Are you confused on what your banker wants to see or what goals you have for your farm?
Do you want to better understand business deductions, or do you want help with grain marketing?
Do you want a farm business refresher?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, then the Minnesota Beginner Farmer Institute is for you.
The Minnesota Beginner Farmer Institute is a three-part course that uses an interactive and fun
approach to teach participants farm management topics. The participants will build camaraderie and meet three times over the course of two months. Each workshop will have educational handouts, presentations, and lunch.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand the Ag Economy, Business Plan and Goals, including AgPlan.
- Understand components and use of Taxes, Business Entities & Record Keeping, including expenses and deductions.
- Understand components and use of Finances, Land Rent and Grain Marketing, including cost
- of production. balance sheet, income statements, and cash flow.
DATES AND LOCATION
The Institute is free to attend, and lunch is provided.
Carlton – Carlton Co Transportation Building 1630 Co Rd 61, Carlton, MN 55718
o January 9 Noon to 5:00 p.m.
o January 16, and 23 – 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION
Registration is free, but pre-registration is required at https://z.umn.edu/BF24
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
Please contact Nathan Hulinsky, University of MN Extension ag business management educator, with questions at (218) 828-2680 or huli0013@umn.edu.
Extension’s woodland owner conference returns to northern Minnesota! Register now for the Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference happening Saturday, January 11, 2025 in Grand Rapids. This event will bring together woodland stewards from across northern Minnesota to share insights on the importance of managing our northern forests. Learn more and register here: z.umn.edu/MFWC25
A minimum of four 8th District scholarships ranging from $400 to $700 will be awarded to students residing in or attending school in the Minnesota State Horticultural Society 8th District. The 8th District includes the counties of Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, north and south St. Louis.
Applicants must be a graduating senior form the MSHS 8th District who will be attending college or technical school within one calendar year after being chosen as a recipient. No restriction as to course or school. A completed application and essay must be submitted by March 15, 2025.
For an application and more information please contact Ann at the office. 218-384-8684
The New 2024 Carlton County Plat Books are in!
The 2024 Carlton County plat book has arrived. The on going plat book fund raiser for the Carlton County 4-H federation benefits the local 4-H kids. These include not only land descriptions but aerial photos as well. These plat books make a great Christmas gift! Please stop in the office to pick one up today. Cost is $40 cash or check.
