Extension Connection
February 2023
A Note From Your Agriculture Educator
Seems as if our typical Minnesota cold is going to start catching up with us. As we all make a point to hunker down and endure the elements, don't forget about the critters. Cattle and other livestock will need more food to help maintain their body temperature. Provide wind breaks and adequate shelters, as well as bedding. Don't forget to check that water is accessible. Pets should not be left outdoors for extended periods of time, as they are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia just as people are. Stay warm.
Best,
Mercedes
Food Animal Producers Beware
Pollinator Habitat Webinar Series - Register NOW!
It's not too late to join the final two sessions of this webinar series to help guide you in your pollinator plan! Join us each afternoon on January 31, February 1 & 2 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. for this free webinar. You must pre-register for this series at http://z.umn.edu/BeeSeries to receive the webinar links.
Carlton, Pine & Isanti County to Host Farm Transfer Workshop
For more information, contact Nathan Hulinsky, hulioo13@umn.edu. Event is free, but pre-registration is required. Register Now!
Federated Coop and Munson Lake Nutrition's Winter Cow/Calf Meeting
Speakers include:
- Dr. Melissa Minkkinen- Moose Lake Veterinary Service- Update on antibiotic regulations and veterinary practices
- Dr. Chad Zehnder- Purina Animal Nutrition- “Optimizing Cow/Calf Herd Performance”
- Dwight Kickhafer- Zinpro- “Trace Minerals; Important, Different, Profitable”
- Betty Sorensen-FSA- Update on new programs and opportunities available for producers
Sustainable Farming Association Lake Superior Chapter Annual Meeting
Saturday, February 4, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Grand Lake Town Hall, 5297 US-53, Saginaw MN 55779
10-11:30 a.m. - Annual Membership Meeting – all are welcome
- 12 noon - Lunch (provided by Board members)
- 1-3pm- Presentations:
- 1 p.m. – Sarah Foltz-Jordan, Xerces Society: On-farm pollinator habitat
- 1:30 p.m.– John Beaton, Fairhaven Farm: Duluth Armory Food Hub Opportunity
- 2 p.m.– Lucinda Winter, SFA: Update from SFA-MN
- 2:30 p.m. – Tyler Carlson, SFA: Silvopasture as a Tool
To register click here: https://z.umn.edu/registrationsfa
Small Grains Workshop
Attend the Small Grains Workshop on Monday February 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the
North Central Research and Outreach Center in Grand Rapids. Featured topics include growing small grains in northeastern Minnesota, using small grains for forage productions and how we can manage for high quality feedstuffs, and more!
To register for this free event, call 218-749-7120.
Apple Tree Pruning Workshop to be Held in Moose Lake
University of Minnesota Extension is offering a series of apple tree pruning workshops across the state. These free workshops will take place throughout the winter months, the time of year when apple trees are dormant and pruning is recommended.
Whether you have two trees or 20, you can get guidance on proper pruning methods and hands-on practice pruning trees at apple orchards.
Pruning apple trees properly is important to optimize fruit growth and make harvesting easier. Homeowners, gardeners, Master Gardener volunteers, and orchardists of all experience levels throughout Minnesota may find these workshops useful. Participants will be outdoors using pruning shears and loppers, so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather and activities involved.
Local Educator Mercedes and other Extension educators will lead participants through the considerations and techniques for proper pruning. All workshops will be held from 1 to 3 p.m.
Storm-damaged tree repair and replacement checklist
Extension sewing volunteers donate to local libraries
Pictured left to right are: Sue Jensen, Pauline Ikola, Ann Rust, Linda Huhta, Karen Johnson, Marjie Klint, and Mary Sanders.
Carlton County Extension Office closures
Extension Calendar of Events
Interested in learning more about Carlton County 4-H news and events?
Carlton County Extension Staff
Tracey Hartung, Administrative Specialist thartung@umn.edu
Katie Siltanen, 4-H Educator silta006@umn.edu
Mercedes Moffett, Agriculture Educator, moffe029@umn.edu
Ann Rust, Vol Coord & Horticulture Assist rustx048@umn.edu
Email: mnext-Carlton@umn.edu
Website: https://local.extension.umn.edu/local/carlton
Location: 317 Chestnut Avenue, Carlton, MN, USA
Phone: 218-384-3511
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UMNExtensionCarltonAg/