University Of Minnesota Extension Cultivo De Verduras, Flores Y Hierbas En Contenedores

El uso de contenedores es una excelente manera de cultivar vegetales, hierbas y flores en balcones, aceras y patios. Hay algunas conside ...

University Of Minnesota Extension A Quick Guide To Harvesting And Storing Melons, Squash, And Pumpkins

Melons are one of the trickiest plants to grow, because the guidelines around harvest are confusing and often contradictory. Gardeners o ...

Washington County Library: 5 Great Reasons To Get A Library Card

Access the internet for free with a Wi-Fi hotspot or Google Chromebook kit.

Oakdale Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

All types of donations are needed, especially type O.

University Of Minnesota Extension How Far Can Plant Disease Spread? It's Complicated.

Now that most of the state has gotten rain, plant diseases that have been held back by the drought are rearing up. The appearance of any ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Back To School Means Back To Meeting Schedules

In many communities, it seems life revolves around the school year. With school back in session, so are meetings for community groups an ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Video: Don't Pigeonhole The 4-H Poultry Project

He has also been instrumental in partnerships with sponsors.

University Of Minnesota Extension Stop And Think: Consider A Critical Approach To Civic Engagement

How can we take it a step further and critically engage in meaningful ways that support sustainable change?

University Of Minnesota Extension Success Of Fall Lawn Seeding Depends On Rain

In a normal year, seeding your lawn in late summer or early fall is widely considered the best time. Weed pressure is somewhat lessened, ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Video: Don't Pigeonhole The 4-H Poultry Project

See the latest announcement from the University of Minnesota Extension.

University Of Minnesota Extension Stop And Think: Consider A Critical Approach To Civic Engagement

Many community members can recall a time when they have been asked by an organization or group to take a survey or participate in a foru ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Success Of Fall Lawn Seeding Depends On Rain

In a normal year, seeding your lawn in late summer or early fall is widely considered the best time. Weed pressure is somewhat lessened, ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Cracks, Rots, And Tough Spots: Tomato Quality Issues

If you have been able to water your vegetable garden, 2021 has been a great year for growing tomatoes. The drought has meant there is li ...

University Of Minnesota Extension When To Harvest Grapes And Apples At Home

A common mistake that home fruit growers make is harvesting the crop too soon, especially for grapes and apples. The color changes obser ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Ask Extension: Top 3 Topics For 2021

Phones in our local extension offices were once again ringing off the hook this year. The unprecedented drought in Minnesota affected co ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Powdery Mildew In Flowers And Vining Vegetables

While this dry growing season has limited the appearance of most plant diseases, diseases that aren't as dependent on water have still c ...

City Of Oakdale: Tanners Beach Closed Due To Unsafe Bacteria Levels

Tanners Beach is closed due to unsafe bacterial levels. The bacteria levels will be tested again Tuesday, August 31.

University Of Minnesota Extension Five Ways To Think About Community

Thinking about my communities is giving me new energy and offering new ways to engage with people.

Oakdale Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Oakdale area soon.

University Of Minnesota Extension Fall 2021 Tax Planning For Farmers

Most government payments to farmers and small businesses require inclusion as income on your annual federal or state tax return. The con ...

Lake Elmo Park Swim Pond Closes Aug. 23

The swim pond will be closed for the season effective Aug. 24. due to a shortage of lifeguards.

University Of Minnesota Extension Boarding Schools And American Indian Education

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Brenda Child about the legacy of the Boarding School era.

University Of Minnesota Extension See Extension At The 2021 Minnesota State Fair​

If you go to the "Great Minnesota Get-Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activit ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Key Questions To Ask Before Facilitating Your Next Hybrid Meeting

But we might not really be in a face-to-face space.

University Of Minnesota Extension Feeding Dairy Cattle In A Drought

See the latest announcement from the University of Minnesota Extension.

University Of Minnesota Extension Common Purslane: Drought Survivor

The “common” in the name “common purslane” certainly is descriptive.

Home Prices In Oakdale Area Increased Recently

National home prices are have surged over the past year; The Oakdale area was no exception.

University Of Minnesota Extension Watering The Yard And Garden In Extreme Drought

A few weeks ago, we published an article about watering wisely in drought. Basic practices like watering in the morning and using mulche ...

University Of Minnesota Extension See Extension At The 2021 Minnesota State Fair​

If you go to the "Great Minnesota Get-Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activit ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Coming Clean On Soap In The Garden

Any place gardeners gather to talk about plants, there will be talk of soap. Dish soap and water are often referred to as the holy grail ...

University Of Minnesota Extension New Bee Lawn Resources From Extension

UMN Extension has new materials on everything you need to know to grow your own bee lawn! UMN researchers have spent several years study ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Managing Feed Costs On Your Dairy

For a combination of reasons, feed costs have risen sharply since the fall of 2020.

University Of Minnesota Extension 4-H Youth In The Northeast Prepare Their Animals Projects For The Fair

Andrea Herbranson, 19, from North St. Louis County is getting her dogs in tip-top shape in preparation for the fair.

Oakdale-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

University Of Minnesota Extension Starry Trek: Explore Local Lakes And Help Find Aquatic Invasive Species On August 21

Looking for a fun opportunity to get outside, explore local lakes, and be a part of the solution to aquatic invasive species problems th ...

Hospital Capacity In Oakdale Area: See The Latest

Here are updated numbers on hospital capacity in Washington County.

University Of Minnesota Extension 4-H And FFA Members: Submit A Design For The New Specialized Agriculture License Plate

A new specialized license plate will allow Minnesotans a way to celebrate agriculture while providing valuable financial support of 4-H ...

University Of Minnesota Extension New Portal For PPP Forgiveness Opens August 4

Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) continue as we move through the summer.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Washington County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Oakdale residents.

University Of Minnesota Extension Avoid Pruning Drought-Stressed Trees

Pruning is generally good for trees because it promotes their health. It can also improve the tree's size and form. However, consider wa ...