Monthly Archives: July 2013

Drive the Ag Cab Lab at the State Fair

Want to get your kids practicing their tractor and combine driving skills? The Ag Cab Lab Tractor and Ag Cab Lab Combine will be at the Minnesota State Fair again this year in two locations! Visit the Miracle of Birth … Continue reading

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Corn Plastic

If you have been on a Minnesota road trip in the past few weeks, chances are you have seen CORN growing in fields across our great state! Corn is an extremely important crop, finding its way into thousands of human … Continue reading

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The Hormones Myth about Turkey

Did you know? One of the biggest myths about raising turkeys is that farmers use growth hormones and steroids to make turkeys grow bigger. That is simply not true! In fact, it is illegal in the U.S. to use growth … Continue reading

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Send us your photos for the July Contest!

Minnesota Farmers Feed Us “Farm and Fair Photo Contest!” Each month, from now through August 2013 we’ll randomly choose a name from that month’s entrants to win a $100 grocery gift card to the grocery of your choice, along with … Continue reading

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Demystify Ground Beef: Understanding the Grinds

We understand it can be confusing—there are a lot of choices when it comes to Ground Beef. So let’s break it down and explain the common grinds and what dishes and recipes they’re best for.

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Pete Henslin

Hometown: Dodge Center, Minnesota Family: Jenni, wife, and daughter Charlie Education: Pete received his degree from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business. Jenni graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in education.

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June 2013 – Farm and Fair Photo Contest

Congratulations to our June winner, Danielle from Mahtowa, MN! Danielle won a $100 grocery card! Thank you to all who submitted and shared their photos with us! Be sure to Like and share these photos on Pinterest as well!

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