Smarter Water. Stronger Yields. MIP 2025.
Central Minnesota irrigators, this one’s built for you. The Minnesota Irrigator Program (MIP) returns Nov. 18–19, 2025 in Becker, MN, with a hands-on, research-based workshop focused on making every inch of water—and every dollar—work harder on your farm. What you’ll get out of it Over two focused days with University of Minnesota Extension specialists and…
MDA Awarded $11 Million to Advance Innovative Irrigation Practices
Investment will support groundwater conservation and protect water resources across 25 counties St. Paul, MN: The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), in partnership with local and regional organizations, has been awarded $11.16 million through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to expand conservation practices on irrigated agricultural land across the state. The…
Your Water, Your Future: Join the Groundwater Conversation
💧 Don’t Miss This: Groundwater + Permitting Update from DNR — April 18 Virtual Session 💧 Hosted by AgriGrowth | In partnership with the Minnesota DNR🗓 Friday, April 18 | 🕙 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | 💻 Virtual Groundwater is the lifeblood of agriculture in Central Minnesota—and the way it’s managed has a direct impact…
💧 Central Minnesota Irrigators: Support HF 2613 / SF 2793 for Drought Flexibility and Soil Health 🌾
📄 What Is HF 2613 / SF 2793?Two bills currently moving through the Minnesota Legislature—HF 2613 in the House and SF 2793 in the Senate—could bring much-needed flexibility to irrigators in Central Minnesota and beyond. If passed, this legislation would: This isn’t about using more water—it’s about using our existing permits smarter during critical times.…
Minnesota House Tied 67-67 After Special Election in District 40B
A special election in Minnesota House District 40B has reshaped the state’s legislative balance, ending the Republican majority and setting the stage for a deadlocked chamber. The election was required after a court ruling disqualified the original winner due to residency issues. Election Results DFL candidate David Gottfried won convincingly, defeating GOP candidate Paul Wikstrom…
Legislative Update from IAM: MN Supreme Court Ruling Creates Political Gridlock at the Capitol
The Minnesota Supreme Court has issued a unanimous 6-0 ruling, determining that a quorum in the Minnesota House of Representatives requires 68 legislators—a decision that effectively nullifies all legislative actions taken by House Republicans since the start of the session on January 14. As a key stakeholder in Minnesota’s agricultural and irrigation policies, Central Minnesota…
Take Note Minnesota Farmers: Updated Groundwater Protection Map Released
If you’re a farmer relying on irrigation in Minnesota, take note—important updates have been made to the Groundwater Protection Rule and its associated map. These updates are critical for planning your nitrogen fertilizer applications and ensuring compliance with state regulations. What’s Changed?The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has updated the Fall Nitrogen Fertilizer Application Restrictions…
Understanding the Central Sands Private Well Network
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) established the Central Sands Private Well Network in 2011 to address concerns about elevated nitrate levels in private drinking water wells across the region. This initiative plays a vital role in protecting drinking water quality and informing well owners about nitrate trends in their area. A key success of…
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