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Gambling with Corn

Farming is always a gamble, but this year could be more of a gamble than usual, with unknown odds and a lot at stake..... Read More

Corn Seed Supply a Concern in Upper Midwest

Corn planting is swinging into high gear in the upper Midwest, and some farmers are finding it a challenge to get enough of the seed they want..... Read More

Corn, Soybeans Soar on Tight Supply Expectations into 2013

Corn and soybean prices soared Friday after two reports indicated that supplies could remain very tight into 2013, even as demand continues to strengthen..... Read More

Willmar, Minn., to Consider 2nd Application for Rehab Funds

The Willmar Housing and Redevelopment Authority on Monday will ask the City Council to approve a second funding application to continue downtown commercial and residential rehabilitation efforts begun two years ago..... Read More

SMBSC Elects Officers

The Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative of Renville held its annual reorganization meeting Dec. 9 and elected the following: Mark Arnold of Holloway as chairman of the board of directors, Kyle Petersen of Murdock as vice-chairman and Keith McNamara of Bird Island as secretary - treasurer..... Read More

Time to Review your Property Tax

With the end of 2011 near, it is time to take a closer look at the property taxes you will pay in 2012. New legislation eliminated the homestead tax credit. Instead, it was replaced by the homestead market value exclusion. Impact can vary greatly from one jurisdiction to another.

Time to Trim Trees: Emerald Ash Borer Hibernates

Time to Trim Trees: Emerald Ash Borer Hibernates

If you have an ash tree in your yard now is the perfect time to trim it up or take it down.

The emerald ash borer, a beetle that attacks and kills ash trees, is hibernating until spring.

The beetle is inactive between Labor Day and May 1st most years, but since this year has been unusually warm, it was active through September.