Category: Rural Headlines

EXCERPT: “Another bill seeking to spread the regulation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) down to the state and local levels has been proposed. Introduced by U.S. Rep. Jason Lewis, R-Minn., the Drone Innovation Act, H.R.2930, addresses the operation of drones flying below 200 feet in altitude and ‘within the lateral boundaries of a state, local or tribal ...

EXCERPT: China’s frozen dumpling makers are finding there’s a quick route to winning new sales – increase the vegetable content, and cut down on the meat. This departure from traditional pork-rich dumplings is a hit with busy, young urbanites, trying to reduce the fat in diets often heavy on fast food. “They like to try to eat more ...

EXCERPT: “Earth won’t be able to support growing human populations without significant changes in human diets and farming efficiency. That’s the conclusion of a team of researchers at the University of Minnesota. Scientists suggest shifts in food production systems — a move from conventional to organic agriculture — won’t be enough to stave off environmental ...

EXCERPT: “There are so many reasons to celebrate the many Farmers Markets present in the state of Minnesota! Due to the fertile soil, many types of agriculture, and huge diversity in products grown and raised by Minnesota Farmers and producers, farmers markets have become prominent in both small towns and urban centers. Farmers markets are ...

EXCERPT: “Millennial farmers and members of the National Young Farmers Coalition (NYFC) took time away from their farms and ranches last week to address key issues for young farmers in the upcoming farm bill with several legislators in D.C. “The 2018 Farm Bill is make or break for millennials who want to farm,” said Lindsey Lusher Shute, ...

EXCERPT: “The trū Shrimp Co. announced June 14 that it has signed a letter of intent to locate its first $50 million-plus shrimp production facility, known as Luverne Bay Harbor, in Luverne, Minn. Trū Shrimp has also issued a letter of intent to locate the first shrimp hatchery, Marshall Cove Hatchery, in Marshall, Minn . . ...

EXCERPT: “President Donald Trump’s proposed budget, which calls for $231 billion in reductions to spending, shouldn’t scare anyone. But the cuts it suggests are red flags. That’s the take of U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson, a Blue Dog Democrat who represents Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District. He was in Hutchinson Friday for Dairy Day, and stopped by the ...

EXCERPT: “A new agreement to allow more milk producers to enter the Chinese market is underway. That’s according to former U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, head of the Dairy Export Council. He says processors could enter that market in a matter of weeks. Minnesota Milk Producers Association President Dave Buck is excited about the possibility ...

  Excerpt: “A group of international feed buyers made their way to Waseca to get a firsthand look at a Minnesota soybean operation. In an effort to expand international markets and create relationships with overseas buyers, the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council initiated the farm visit. ‘We export 56% of our product outside of the country ...