Tag: Minnesota

Tate Petry of MN Wheat Growers Talks Climate Policy While at Commodity Classis

Orlando, FL — The annual Commodity Classic, America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused agricultural and educational experience is underway in Orlando, Florida with many local agricultural leaders in attendance. Included in that is Tate Petry, Secretary/Treasurer of the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers. Petry also serves on the National Association of Wheat Growers Environment and Policy subcommittee.…
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March 9, 2023 0

Emerald Ash Borer Makes It Way to Northwest Minnesota

Minnesota — The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) recently confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Clay County for the first time. There are now 39 counties in the state, including Clay, with EAB. A Moorhead city forester found evidence of EAB while pruning trees. The tree had visible woodpecker damage and when…
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March 8, 2023 0

MN DNR Sets Gar Limits in Continued Effort to Put Value to Native Fish Species

Detroit Lakes, MN — The Minnesota DNR recently announced new regulations for gar, which is part of a broader effort to provide more value to species that have long been considered rough fish. Spearers, anglers and bowfishers are allowed to keep up to 10 gar – the toothy, prehistoric fish native to Minnesota waters –…
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March 6, 2023 0

Senator Johnson and MN Republicans Unveil Plan to “Give It Back” to Minnesotans

St. Paul, MN — With a stable budget surplus at around $17.5 billion, Minnesota Republicans believe now is the time to start giving that money back. House and Senate Republicans last week unveiled their “Give It Back” tax plan last week that would provide $13 billion in permanent tax cuts and one time rebates over…
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March 6, 2023 0

Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson Comments on Proposed Gun Control Legislation

East Grand Forks, MN — Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson is speaking out to protect Minnesotan’s 2nd Amendment rights and Democrat’s attempts to push gun control bills through the legislature. Senator Johnson, who represents northwest Minnesota in District 1, says common sense doesn’t dictate more gun control, but rather we enforce the laws that are…
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March 1, 2023 0

Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson Comments on Earned Sick & Safe Leave Bill Heading to the Senate

St. Paul, MN — Thursday, the Minnesota House approved legislation authored by Rep. Liz Olson (DFL – Duluth) to expand Earned Sick and Safe Time benefits to all Minnesota workers. The bill passed on a vote of 69-54. The legislation would ensure, at a minimum, one hour of paid Earned Sick and Safe Time for…
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February 20, 2023 0

Senator Mark Johnson Comments on Carbon Free Energy Bill

St. Paul, MN — Last week, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed into law new legislation that would move Minnesota to 100 percent clean energy by 2040. The bill establishes a standard for utilities to supply Minnesota customers with electricity generated or procured from carbon-free resources, beginning at an amount equal to 80% of retail sales…
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February 13, 2023 0

Eligibility Requirements Change for MN Veteran Optical & Dental Grants

Fosston, MN — Minnesota Veterans may be able eligible to receive assistance to cover optical and dental needs depending on their income. Dental benefits are provided to Veterans and their dependents for routine dental, extraction, and denture procedures. This benefit is income and asset based, and upon MDVA approval of eligibility you and your dependents…
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February 1, 2023 0

DNR Advises Against Feeding Pheasants & Other Wildlife this Winter

Minnesota — Despite a tough winter and dense snowpack, the Minnesota DNR urges folks NOT to feed wildlife. DNR staff has recently seen evidence of well-meaning people feeding pheasants along highways. But doing this can cause conflicts with humans, and make the pheasants vulnerable to predators and disease, and also victims of cars and snowplows.…
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February 1, 2023 0

MN DNR Asking Snowmobilers to Follow the Rules of the Trail

Minnesota — The snowmobile trails have been very busy this year thanks to good trail conditions and favorable weather for most of the season. But following a number of complaints, the Minnesota DNR is reminding snowmobilers to follow the rules.  Conservation Officer Darrin Kittleson says the same rules that apply to driving a car also…
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January 31, 2023 0

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