UMN Extension Community Development
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The UMN Extension Department of Community Development engages Minnesota's diverse communities to strengthen their social, civic and economic capacities.
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Joined January 2015
RT @usdaRD: USDA RD's investments in critical infrastructure enhances quality of life and boosts economic opportunities in rural America. E….
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RT @ruralpolicymn: CRPD President and CEO Julie Tesch joined a panel in Marshall to discuss the challenges facing farmers as well as areas….
marshallindependent.com
MARSHALL — Some of the big challenges facing farmers in southwest Minnesota aren’t really new, but they have a big impact, speakers at a Tuesday agriculture panel said. In a study of more than 1,500...
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How can regional planning foster real urban-rural connections? In our latest episode of Side by Side, @NextCityOrg's Lucas Grindley and @civic_lex's Richard Young discuss rural-urban interdependence and its role in urban development.
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RT @umntourism: ICYMI: @ruralpolicymn recently hosted a webinar on migration trends in #rural Minnesota. A recording of the session is now….
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.@UMNExt educators Angie Gupta & Eli Sagor join this week's episode of Side by Side to share the intertwined history of MN's forests & humanity—and how economic, ecological, & social threads weave a relationship that transcends rural & urban boundaries.
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Are you a leader in central MN who cares about creating positive change in your community? If so, we invite you to join a Gathering the Village learning cohort. You'll build leadership skills to navigate change and create community transformation.
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Chris Estes of the @AspenInstitute Community Strategies Group joins this week's episode of Side by Side to discuss why it's time to appreciate the interdependence of #rural and urban communities—and why collaboration is crucial for shared success.
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In this week's episode of Side by Side, @MnTheoptimist's Nora Hertel unpacks the complexities of today's media landscape and shares how solutions-focused journalism strengthens unity and resilience in Minnesota’s communities.
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Are we at an inflection point in #community economic development? Join us Tuesday, 7/22 to explore how jobs are increasingly following people, and what that means for the future of economic development practitioners—and, more importantly, our communities.
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In our latest episode of Side by Side, @dailyyonder's Tim Marema shares how trust and representation in the news shapes our communities—and how strengthening the connection between #rural and urban areas is redefining journalism.
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RT @umntourism: We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new #agritourism newsletter! (Thanks to our partners across the state who hel….
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What if the stories we tell about #rural and urban America are missing the mark? Camden Blatchley of the @Ruralinno joins the Side By Side podcast to unravel the data that drive narratives about rural and urban spaces.
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RT @UMNews: From berry picking to barn weddings, summer is perfect for time to enjoy on-farming adventures with loved ones. Minnesota's gro….
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Join us for our next Breakfast Info Bites webinar Wednesday, June 25! You'll hear how the @UMNMorris' @CforSmallTowns has adjusted its programs and practices over time to address demographic and other changes in small communities.
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Pick-your-own berries. Barn weddings. Instagrammable sunflower fields. These aren't just fun ways to spend a Saturday. Activities like these, known as #agritourism, can provide valuable #community connection and a diversification strategy for farms.
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Three ways to enjoy and invest in Minnesota’s small towns and countryside attractions, which hold an abundance of value.
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RT @umntourism: In 2021, @umntourism convened a statewide work team to create #agritourism resources for MN. Four agritourism biz owners sh….
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Agritourism has a wide variety of origins and offerings for the public. Learn about four businesses with on-farm experiences and how they manage common issues.
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🏙️🏡ICYMI: Season two of Side by Side launches June 11! Join @UMNExt's Ellen Wolter as she explores the ties between rural & urban America, looking at connections related to forestry, agritourism, regional community dev't, & more. Catch up on season one ➡️
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With summer around the corner, it's a great time to make memories outside—whether that's picking berries, horseback riding, or eating dinner at a pizza farm. Here, @UMNExt educator DeeDee LeMier chats about all things #agritourism in #Minnesota.
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