Agriculture

Agriculture
High-value hearings keep Forever Green, clean-water crops at the fore

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The path to a clean, healthy river begins with more living plant cover on the ground, all year round. Forever Green crops can make this a reality. Read more
A strand of Kernza against a blue sky.
Where to buy food, drinks made with clean-water crops

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You can support the continued development of clean-water crops by enjoying these food and drink products. Read more
Plastic cups of Kernza beer on a table, with homemade snack bars just past them and bags of products that feature clean-water crops on the other end of the table.
Good additions, missed opportunities: Our take on MN's new climate change plan

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Some of the topline items fall far short of expectations. But dig a little deeper, and there are some very good additions. Read more
A flooded path at Crosby Farm Regional Park.
Why we're encouraged by MN's new Nutrient Reduction Strategy

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The recently revised plan lifts up clean-water crops and continuous living cover as key to addressing nutrient pollution — an approach FMR has advocated for years. Read more
A shallow pond surrounded by agricultural land.
Our 2026 legislative priorities for the river

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From conservation work to sustainable agriculture to lock and dam questions, there will be opportunities this session to make a positive impact on the Mississippi River. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building in front of a purple evening sky.
Growing the market for more river-friendly agriculture

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Minnesota businesses are utilizing a unique state grants program to support continuous living cover crops. Read more
Gloved hands hold a bag of winter camelina seeds. They are being poured into an unidentifiable, large, green piece of machinery.
Keeping the river front of mind in Minnesota's climate change plan

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We’ve already seen improvements to the state's climate change plan as a direct result of our feedback, setting up stronger river protections for the years ahead. Read more
A view from above of the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge

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