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Sauk Rapids Herald | Saturday, October 16, 2021
Farmers Night Out is Nov. 16
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ST. CLOUD – Farmers Night Out: Should they stay or should they go? is a program offered by University of Minnesota Extension and Minnesota Dairy Initiative, offering education and networking, through a fun and informal farmer panel, about heifer raising. This program will begin with a farmer panel addressing options around heifer raising, continue to a delicious meal, and provide an opportunity for dairy producers to gather with their fellows. “Many dairy producers face the question of what should they do with their heifers,” said Dana Adams, University of Minnesota Extension Educator. “Can I do a reliable job at my own farm, and what investments do I need to make, or should I work with a contract grower to raise my animals?” Farmers Night Out page 2B
PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER
At least six months ahead of spring planting season, a grower prepares a field Oct. 12 just outside of Rice. According to the Minnesota Crop Progress & Condition Report, there were 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork in the week ending Oct. 10. The same report indicates that across the state, 83% of soybean had been harvested as well as 82% of potato, 92% of edible beans and 36% of corn that is harvested for grain.
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Halverson takes on role as ag teacher at hometown high school BY NATASHA BARBER | STAFF WRITER
FOLEY – The scene from a Foley High School classroom Oct. 14 is nothing new. It could be said about many classrooms from across this nation. Students rise for “The
Pledge of Allegiance,” before their teacher takes roll call, pausing brie y to ask a student to return to his seat. Halverson page 3B PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER
(Right) Teacher Victoria Halverson speaks with Andrew Scherbing about a gardening project during the Intro to Ag class Oct. 14 at Foley High School in Foley. Halverson is a 2016 graduate of FHS who has returned to teach. Features a 1/2” thick High Density Solid Poly Floor and 3/4” thick Solid Poly sides for easy cleaning and minimal freeze up. Box flares and side panel retainers are made of SAE 304 Stainless Steel that resists rust and corrosion. corrosion.
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