Anhydrous Ammonia Inspection and Compliance Workshop
23669 130th Street
Lamberton, MN 56152
This free workshop is for everyone who uses, maintains or operates anhydrous ammonia bulk storage and/or equipment, including farmers, agricultural chemical facility employees, managers, safety officers, insurance agents, and emergency responders.
See flyer for all workshop locations and an agenda.
Cancelled: Anhydrous Ammonia Inspection and Compliance Workshop
Due to the current Coronavirus health alert the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has cancelled the March 24th and 25th, 2020 anhydrous ammonia inspection/compliance workshops at CHS in Warren, MN and West Central Research & Outreach Center in Morris, MN.
Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter.
Cancelled: Anhydrous Ammonia Inspection and Compliance Workshop
Due to the current Coronavirus health alert the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has cancelled the March 24th and 25th, 2020 anhydrous ammonia inspection/compliance workshops at CHS in Warren, MN and West Central Research & Outreach Center in Morris, MN.
Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter.
Agriculture Research, Education, Extension, And Technology Transfer (AGREETT) Advisory Panel
The Agriculture Research, Education, Extension, And Technology Transfer (AGREETT) panel advises the Commissioner of Agriculture and the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences at the University of Minnesota on investments to achieve long-term agricultural productivity increases through improved infrastructure, vision, and accountability in agricultural research and technology transfer, agriculture rapid response, and agricultural education. For more information, see the AGREETT state statute.
UPDATE 3/12/20: This will be a call-in meeting only (no in-person component).
To attend:
Call: 1-888-742-5095
Conference Code: 4120567292
A Landscape View of the Minnesota Market for Halal & Kosher Meat
Join the MDA’s Strategy and Innovation Specialist Ariel Kagan as she discusses insights from the Halal and Kosher Meat Market Assessment Project and what they mean for your farm or work.
The market for halal and kosher meat in Minnesota holds untapped potential for communities throughout the state. On the consumer side, Minnesota is home to thousands of people with unmet needs for meat processed in the halal or kosher traditions. On the producer side, many farmers and ranchers across the state are looking for new markets. Each stop along the supply chain requires an understanding of the requirements and preferences for halal and kosher production.
GFAP Advisory Committee Webex Meeting
The Good Food Access Program (GFAP) Advisory Committee advises the Commissioner of Agriculture on the management, eligibility, accountability, and promotion of the program. The purpose of the GFAP is to increase the availability of and access to affordable, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food for underserved communities in low-income and moderate-income areas.
Contact Ashley Bress for meeting login information.
Locations Where 350-400 psi/NH3 Rated Hydrostatic Relief Valves (Hydrostats) Are Required To Protect Permanently
General “Musts”:
- Follow manufacturer’s installation, maintenance, and operation recommendations/specifica
Perform this test at least once annually
- SAFETY FIRST: Prior to beginning the test be su