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💙💛 During National FFA week, CFANS alum T.J. Brown, now Executive Director of the Minnesota FFA Association reflects on his time as a student. #MNFFA Read more: cfans.umn.edu/news/national-…

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📣 Today, alumni leaders from CFANS came together to discuss how to best advocate at the MN Legislature for the U, Extension, the college and the St. Paul campus. 🔗 Learn how the U of M's state's funding request supports communities in all 87 counties: government-relations.umn.edu

📣 Today, alumni leaders from <a href="/CFANS/">CFANS</a> came together to discuss how to best advocate at the MN Legislature for the U, Extension, the college and the St. Paul campus. 

🔗 Learn how the U of M's state's funding request supports communities in all 87 counties: government-relations.umn.edu
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CFANS leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. this week to advocate for increased agricultural research capacity funding, and for support for research facilities and the Farm Bill. Meetings with our Minnesota congressional delegation focused on securing capacity funds that are

CFANS leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. this week to advocate for increased agricultural research capacity funding, and for support for research facilities and the Farm Bill. 

Meetings with our Minnesota congressional delegation focused on securing capacity funds that are
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On March 21, join CFANS Alumni for a horticulturally-inclined virtual edition of Classes Without Quizzes. The theme is Fruits of the North: Innovations in Cold Climate Production! RSVP and more info below👇👇 cfans.umn.edu/events/2025-cl…

On March 21, join <a href="/cfansalumni/">CFANS Alumni</a>  for a horticulturally-inclined virtual edition of Classes Without Quizzes. The theme is Fruits of the North: Innovations in Cold Climate Production! RSVP and more info below👇👇
cfans.umn.edu/events/2025-cl…
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Meet the Women Transforming Applied Economics! women_in_apec is building a strong, supportive community for women in economics at UMN! From mentorship to professional growth, they're making an impact. 🔗 To learn more: cfans.umn.edu/news/women-app…

Meet the Women Transforming Applied Economics! 

<a href="/Women_in_APEC/">women_in_apec</a> is building a strong, supportive community for women in economics at UMN! From mentorship to professional growth, they're making an impact.

🔗 To learn more: cfans.umn.edu/news/women-app…
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In honor of the United Nations's #WorldWaterDay (March 22), we celebrate the interdisciplinary work happening at the University of Minnesota to secure a sustainable water future for our state. Learn more: cfans.umn.edu/news/2025-wate… 📷: Sharon Mollerus

In honor of the <a href="/UN/">United Nations</a>'s #WorldWaterDay (March 22), we celebrate the interdisciplinary work happening at the University of Minnesota to secure a sustainable water future for our state.

Learn more: cfans.umn.edu/news/2025-wate…

📷: Sharon Mollerus
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During his lifetime, #UMN alumnus and "Father of the Green Revolution" Norman Borlaug received the Nobel Peace Prize, a Presidential Medal of Freedom, a Congressional Gold Medal, and the National Medal of Science. Learn more about Borlaug at borlaug.cfans.umn.edu (@cfans)

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📣Minnesota high school students! Sign up for the Minnesota Youth Institute MN Youth Institute by Friday, March 28. Become a hunger fighter, and challenge yourself to address local and global food security issues. mnyi.cfans.umn.edu

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National Student-Athlete Day, which was created to honor the achievements of high school and college student-athletes, is Sunday, April 6. Get to know Max Breunig, captain of the Minnesota Golden Gophers Men’s Lacrosse team and a U of MN FWCB student. cfans.umn.edu/news/max-breun…

National Student-Athlete Day, which was created to honor the achievements of high school and college student-athletes, is Sunday, April 6. 

Get to know Max Breunig, captain of the <a href="/GopherSports/">Minnesota Golden Gophers</a> Men’s Lacrosse team and a <a href="/UMNFWCB/">U of MN FWCB</a> student. cfans.umn.edu/news/max-breun…
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Ready to think about fall registration? This lineup of must-take courses has something for every curious mind. Learn more about the fall picks you don’t want to miss: cfans.umn.edu/news/fall-2025…

Ready to think about fall registration? This lineup of must-take courses has something for every curious mind.
Learn more about the fall picks you don’t want to miss: cfans.umn.edu/news/fall-2025…
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It was such a pleasure to help present an Outstanding Achievement Award to Dr. Mohammed Sadiki today on the St. Paul campus. Thanks to CFANS U of MN Extension for the invitation! #UMNproud

It was such a pleasure to help present an Outstanding Achievement Award to Dr. Mohammed Sadiki today on the St. Paul campus. Thanks to <a href="/CFANS/">CFANS</a> <a href="/UMNExt/">U of MN Extension</a> for the invitation! #UMNproud
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UMN researchers are exploring how navy beans can be developed into a sustainable, plant-based protein ingredient for food products. The project could expand markets for Minnesota growers while supporting consumer demand for alternative protein. Learn more: bit.ly/44r9hc6

UMN researchers are exploring how navy beans can be developed into a sustainable, plant-based protein ingredient for food products. The project could expand markets for Minnesota growers while supporting consumer demand for alternative protein. Learn more: bit.ly/44r9hc6
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Investing in agricultural research isn't just about crops — it's about Minnesota's future. Brian Buhr highlights in the The Minnesota Star Tribune why greater support for ag research is critical to tackling food security, climate change, and economic resilience. startribune.com/we-underfund-a…

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Congratulations Dr. Charles Magee, who was selected to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Borealis Awards Committee.

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For #EarthDay, MN leaders met at the UMN St. Paul campus to talk winter oilseeds. 🌱✈️ With support from @MNPCA, CFANS Forever Green Institute is expanding research into camelina, with the goal of 1 million acres planted by 2035. Learn more at pca.state.mn.us/news-and-stori… #MNAg

For #EarthDay, MN leaders met at the UMN St. Paul campus to talk winter oilseeds. 🌱✈️ With support from @MNPCA, <a href="/CFANS/">CFANS</a> Forever Green Institute is expanding research into camelina, with the goal of 1 million acres planted by 2035. Learn more at pca.state.mn.us/news-and-stori… #MNAg
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Passionate about sustainability? The University of Minnesota is leading the way: From cutting carbon emissions and boosting renewable energy to offering majors, minors, and hands-on programs that empower students to build a greener future! Learn how you can turn your passion

Passionate about sustainability? The University of Minnesota is leading the way: From cutting carbon emissions and boosting renewable energy to offering majors, minors, and hands-on programs that empower students to build a greener future!

Learn how you can turn your passion