The University of Minnesota Extension poultry team brings university research to the commercial poultry industry and small-scale producers that translates into increased profits and healthier poultry ...

What is PSSM?Tying up refers to painful muscle cramping in horses. University of Minnesota veterinarians identified PSSM as a form of tying up. This disorder causes the horse’s body to abnormally ...

What is EPM?EPM is a disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is often caused by the parasite, Sarcocystis neurona, commonly found in the opossum. Research in other states suggests that ...

Preparing for disaster - Be prepared. Have a first aid kit, evacuation plan and other essentials ready in the event of severe weather, fire or other emergencies. Black walnut: a toxic horse bedding - ...

Choosing a mowerThe two principal types of mowers available for use on home lawns include "reel" and "rotary" lawn mowers. Regardless which type is chosen, it is very important to keep the lawn mower ...

Excessive thatch can make your lawn more susceptible to disease, insects and drought. It can be controlled by prevention and removal (dethatching).

Preparing your mare for breeding season Is your mare ready?It’s important to breed your mare when she’s in her best physical condition. When evaluating your mare’s condition consider: ...

Whether searching for guidance on planting the right tree for your situation, finding the right professional for the big jobs, or protecting your trees from harmful pests, Extension experts in ...

Horsehair worms mate during spring, early summer or fall. Males coil around females in pools of fresh water or damp soil. It is common to see a number of worms to be intertwined, forming a loose ball ...

Hooked on wildlife watching Patrick Brejcha couldn’t believe his eyes when he checked his trail camera: a bald eagle, wild turkey and crow were side by side, eating from the same food source inches ...

Black knot is a common fungal disease of Prunus trees including ornamental, edible, and native plum and cherry trees. Hard swollen black galls (tumor like growths) form on branches and occasionally on ...

Quick facts Susceptible crops include tomato, eggplant and pepper. The entire plant turns yellow and wilts. Occasionally the leaves will turn brown. The fungus Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. Lycopersici ...