Tag Archives: horticulture

SweeTango goes global

September 11, 2012

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Watch out world, a new apple is coming your way. The SweeTango brand Minneiska apples may soon populate fruit stands on multiple continents.

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Invention spotlight: Summer Waltz rose

September 7, 2012

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Summer Waltz rose

The University of Minnesota’s Summer Waltz rose variety is not only beautiful; it’s also disease resistant, has a higher color spectrum than similar cold-hardy varieties, and will bloom up to four times throughout the summer.

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Where to be in July: networking, talks and training

July 2, 2012

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Looking for unique learning and networking opportunities from the University of Minnesota? Here’s our monthly roundup of must-attend events for the regional business community.

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U builds a better brew

May 11, 2012

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Beer-Bubbles

University of Minnesota researchers are working to cure disease, protect the environment, and develop breakthrough technologies. They’re also working to craft the next great beer.

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USDA grant will boost regional wine industry

November 9, 2011

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Cold hardy grapes

A new $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will help the wine industry in the Upper Midwest and Northeast take the next steps toward economic vitality.

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