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State Fair Story: Discovering llamas at the library

Minnesota State Fair 4-H llama exhibitors Lucy O. and Leighton P. found more than books at their local library; they ...
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Growing Minds, Growing Skills Academy: Super Sitters Virtual Series

University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and ...
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Extension’s Director of Global Initiatives builds bridges from here to the rest of the world

A Fulbright scholar and global engagement researcher, Laura Wangsness Willemsen has spent over 30 years bridging Minnesota ...
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When good bugs bite: the minute pirate bug

The good news is that minute pirate bugs are only a temporary nuisance. Unlike mosquitoes, they do not feed on blood or ...
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Minnesota farmer peppers lunch line with veggies students love

When Winifred Sylvah delivers produce to schools, nutrition services staff know it will not make children sick because Sylvah follows her food safety plan, informed by training from University of ...
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October 4-H State Ambassador update

Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Ellianna H. shares the experience of refurbishing and showing a 1952 camper for the state fair and looks ahead to October with National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10.