University of Minnesota Extension If you traveled through rural Minnesota last winter, you probably realized some of the benefits of windbreaks and living snow ...

National Invasive Species Awareness Week begins Monday, February 24. It’s a time to learn about the spread of invasive ...

Agricultural Productions Systems McLeod/Meeker County Trees are often enjoyed more by people that come after those that planted the tree. Trees help define how a yard in ...

Start off the New Year with a visit to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, a place for inspiration in all seasons. As an added incentive, the arboretum is offering free gate admission – a $12 value – ...

Snowcapped mountains, towering pine trees and a winding dirt road cover the dining room walls. Fluffy white clouds float ...

Beavers can cause property damage, but they also positively impact the environment. Some are working to peacefully manage the ...

Alaska's Crown Jewel 9 million acres, making it the largest national forest in the United States. This majestic forest is ...

The Dispatch finished in the top five in overall award points in the Minnesota Newspaper Association's Better Newspaper ...

Calling all fairies, ghouls, pirates, or fearless knights! Channel your inner Viking at this unique Viking festival in Arkansas.

Are you looking to invite some furry and feathered friends into your Minnesota backyard? It’s a rewarding endeavor that also ...

Flower Show offers a vibrant escape from winter, showcasing blooming gardens, fungi displays, and an enchanted woodland village.

Snow helps insulate their roots, so this snow dump is very much welcomed by Minnesota's trees. MINNESOTA, USA — Tree lovers hate how hard it is to be optimistic right now.