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Strategic Farming: Let’s talk crops! talks about the effects of the 2021 drought on pests and what this means for 2022

University of Minnesota Extension Insects and other arthropods that feed on crops are cold-blooded animals whose growth, development and population dynamics are largely driven by their environmental conditions. On March 2, 2022, Bruce Potter, University of Minnesota Extension IPM specialist, Drs.

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State 4-H ambassadors recognize Polk County 4-H project

Over 60 groups and individuals involved in 4-H across Minnesota performed service projects in their communities in 2021 and state ambassadors recently selected Polk County 4-H for special recognition on one of their projects. Polk County 4-H participated in a statewide "Head, Hands & Toes" winter gear drive which provided Minnesota youth a service learning opportunity under the guidance of 4-H screened volunteers.

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