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UMN Extension - Wright, McLeod and Meeker Counties

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Extension connects community needs and University resources to address critical issues in MN.

Extension provides practical education and research you can trust, to help people, businesses and communities solve problems, develop skills and build a better future. Solving complex problems, creating a better future

Today's most pressing issues cross state and world boundaries, requiring strong partnerships, focused investments and diverse perspectives from multiple disciplines. Extension researchers and educators engage individuals and organizations in asking the challenging questions to discover science-based answers that make a difference. Together, we create a better world for today and tomorrow by:

-Keeping our food safe and affordable
-Preparing today's youth to thrive in a complex world
-Ensuring Minnesota communities are strong
-Improving our environment
-Helping families make better decisions

©2022 Regents of the University of Minnesota. University of Minnesota Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

10/08/2026

Read the October edition of Tri-County Crop News for reminders about fall soil sampling, upcoming events, and more at

Tri-County Crop News

10/06/2026

Don't miss out on the "Fall Flock Health Check" Webinar. Tonight at 7:00pm!

FREE POULTRY WEBINAR: Join us to learn (or get a refresher on) how to keep your flock healthy this fall!

Fall Flock Health Check
Tuesday, October 6
7:00 p.m. on Microsoft Teams

We’ll have poultry disease and flock experts from the Board, Minnesota Department of Health, and the University of Minnesota Extension on hand to share information on HPAI, poultry-related zoonotic diseases, and biosecurity. Please bring your questions and join us on the 6th!

Register: ed1ef45e-946f-4032-8c1e-38b714d03f6e@eb14b046-24c4-4519-8f26-b89c2159828c?fbclid=IwY2xjawUpAbBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVZFcFV1a3gzaEZUV1hxa3lzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe3Jo83cy2wGSKV8h-kXY9zhKs1LVkKcMIqCl3hnt2Z1nC8mwKsV-XZDRYXoE_aem_QvF2luuIMs8u2ea4tYzslA" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/ed1ef45e-946f-4032-8c1e-38b714d03f6e@eb14b046-24c4-4519-8f26-b89c2159828c?fbclid=IwY2xjawUpAbBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVZFcFV1a3gzaEZUV1hxa3lzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe3Jo83cy2wGSKV8h-kXY9zhKs1LVkKcMIqCl3hnt2Z1nC8mwKsV-XZDRYXoE_aem_QvF2luuIMs8u2ea4tYzslA

09/29/2026

New homeowner or just getting started with gardening? Backyard Basics for Beginners is your chance to build confidence in caring for your landscape this fall. Over four Thursday evenings, you’ll learn soil basics, responsible lawn care, tree care essentials, and how to grow food at home - plus a soil test is included. Flexible pricing makes this series accessible for all households.
📅 Thursdays, Oct. 29 - Nov. 19 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wright County Government Center, Buffalo
Register by Oct. 25:

Backyard Basics for Beginners is a practical, confidence‑building workshop series designed for new homeowners, beginning gardeners, or anyone who wants to understand their yard and make smarter decisions about soil, trees, lawns, and vegetable gardening. You’ll learn how to build healthy soil, p...

09/29/2026

Explore agrivoltaic systems across the globe through the expert-led deep dive into groundbreaking agrivoltaic research from Brazil to France.

Date: October 2nd, 12:00 PM CT

Register: z.umn.edu/avresearchabroad

09/25/2026

Today's theme for National Farm Safety and Health Week is Cancer Prevention. Check out today's webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

09/24/2026

Today's theme for National Farm Safety and Health Week is Confined Spaces. Check out today's webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

09/23/2026

Today's theme for National Farm Safety and Health Week is Generations of Farming. Check out today's webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

09/22/2026

Today's theme for National Farm Safety and Health Week is Health and Wellness. Check out today's webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

09/21/2026

Today's theme for National Farm Safety and Health Week is Equipment and Rural Roadway Safety. Check out today's webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

09/17/2026

Next week is National Farm Safety and Health Week. This is a great reminder to slow down, think twice, and be safe. Check back for daily reminders next week and register for Agrisafe's daily webinars at agrisafe.org/nfshw

Address

3500 Braddock Avenue NE
Buffalo, MN
55313

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(763) 682-7394

Website

https://extension.umn.edu/local/wright, https://extension.umn.edu/local/mcleod, https://extension.umn.edu/local/meeker,

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