So much of Minnesota’s history and culture is tied to the land. Not only has the land fed many Indigenous Tribes like the Dakota and Anishinaabe (pronounced An-ish-in-aabe) for countless […]
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The story of agriculture in Minnesota is the story of people. People from all backgrounds, cultures and traditions have helped to make agriculture one of Minnesota’s largest industries. It is
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In the parking lot of the North Market grocery store in Minneapolis, you’ll see a large metal freight container. This freight container has been converted into a hydroponic farm, which
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We have plants to thank for most of our food, clothing, parks and gardens, furniture, and even the fuel that is used to power our vehicles. We rely so much
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Minnesota is a land of opportunity. With so many valuable and diverse resources in our great state, there are many ways one can have a career in agriculture. Check out
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Our state has terrain and many soil types that are good for farming, as well as the right amount of rainfall during our growing season in a typical year. All
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Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) helps teachers across Minnesota increase agricultural literacy with their students through a variety of different experiences and learning opportunities. MAITC Resource Specialist Jessica Blosberg
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The Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom program (MAITC), is a unique public/private partnership between the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the MAITC Foundation. The program goal is to advance agricultural
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Why Ag in the Classroom? Agriculture means survival. Over time, fewer and fewer people have close contact with farming and the total agricultural sector. They’re not aware of their own
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Courtney Cheever Minnesota State Water Quality Specialist Courtney Cheever works with farmers and ranchers to help them plan, design, and implement conservation practices and become Ag Water Quality Certified. This
