Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships

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100 in 100: A Learning Tour of 100 Rural Women
(The Regents of the University of Minnesota, 2021-06) Stower, Kathryn
This is a co-publication of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA), Northwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership, and 100 Rural Women. Project funding was provided by the University of Minnesota’s CURA Compact Fund, and the Mary J. Page Community-University Partnership Fund. The Community Assistantship Program (CAP) is a cross-college, cross-campus University of Minnesota initiative coordinated by the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) and the Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP). The content of this report is the responsibility of the author and is not necessarily endorsed by CAP, CURA, RSDP or the University of Minnesota. The Northwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership brings together local talent and resources with University of Minnesota knowledge to drive sustainability in agriculture and food systems, tourism and resilient communities, natural resources and clean energy. The Partnerships are part of University of Minnesota Extension. 100 Rural Women serves and supports rural women by identifying, connecting and creating relationships, models of networking, leadership, mentorship and civic engagement.
100 in 100: Summer Convenings
(The Regents of the University of Minnesota, 2021-08) Anderson, Delaine
2018 Fairmont Area Summer and Fall Visitor Profiles: Final Report
(2019) Qian, Xinyi
2018-2019 Garlic Festival Program Evaluation
(2019) Zhang, Yue
2019-2020 Minnesota Rural Grocery Survey Report
(2020-11-20) Olive, Ren; Draeger, Kathryn; Kim, Hye-Young; Hanawa Peterson, Hikaru; Jarvi, Monica; Park, Dojin; Jorgenson, Alma
Rural grocery stores are anchor businesses in communities of 2,500 or fewer residents that provide a full range of fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable foods. When rural grocery stores go out of business, they are generally difficult to reopen, impacting the well-being of the surrounding community. While working with communities across Greater Minnesota, the University of Minnesota (UMN) Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) observed that the needs of rural grocery stores were not adequately identified and supported. To gain a deeper understanding about this sector, RSDP worked with the UMN Center for Survey Research to conduct a statewide survey of rural grocers between May and October 2019. This survey builds on a 2015 Rural Grocery Survey also administered by RSDP, and it was designed to better understand rural grocers’ business conditions and gather information on store characteristics, competition, locally grown food, business motivations, collaborative relationships, and infrastructure. The survey was mailed to 250 identified grocery stores in communities with 2,500 or fewer residents. Of that, 15 were determined to be ineligible due to closure or discontinuation of grocery service. Of the 235 eligible grocery stores, completed surveys were received from 129 for a response rate of 55%. The data collected is assembled into four key themes that emerged from the survey: 1) Stores as businesses and community anchors, 2) Competition for food dollars, 3) Grocering local food, and 4) Stores as food system innovators.
Access to SOAR: Final Report
(The Regents of the University of Minnesota, 2022-01) Register, Tessa
This is a co-publication of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA), the Northwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership, Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge, and the Friends of Tamarac. Project funding was provided by the Mary J. Page Community-University Partnership Fund. The Community Assistantship Program (CAP) is a cross-college, cross-campus University of Minnesota initiative coordinated by the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) and the Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP). The content of this report is the responsibility of the author and is not necessarily endorsed by CAP, CURA, RSDP or the University of Minnesota. Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships bring together local talent and resources with University of Minnesota knowledge to drive sustainability in agriculture and food systems, tourism and resilient communities, natural resources and clean energy. The Partnerships are part of University of Minnesota Extension. Tamarac Refuge lies in the heart of one of the most diverse transition zones in North America. Here Eastern deciduous hardwoods, Northern coniferous forests and Western tall grass prairie converge, creating a rich assemblage of both plants and animals. Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge was established as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife by Executive Order 7902, dated May 31, 1938. The Friends of Tamarac sponsor educational programs and events, build observation platforms and pathways, generate thousands of grant dollars for water quality and habitat projects, host a popular nature photography contest, and so much more. They are an advocate for wildlife refuges and passionate about protecting wild places for generations.
Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings in Rural Minnesota
(2019) Stower, Kathryn
All Things Trout Wiki Software Report
(University of Minnesota. Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships., 2013) Guthrie, Lindsay
Wiki Software Report
Analysis of 2021 Minnesota Garlic Grower Survey
(2022-10) Schweser, Greg
Apple Crisp Coop Marketing Final Report
(University of Minnesota. Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships., 2001)
Apple Crisp Coop Marketing Final Report
Assessing the Potential Northwest Minnesota Farm-to-Institution Market: An Analysis of the Market Potential of Purchase of Locally Raised Foods by Educational and Healthcare Institutions in 16 Northwest Minnesota Counties
(University of Minnesota. Extension. Extension Center for Community Vitality, 2014-01) Pesch, Ryan; Bhattacharyya, Rani
Asset Survey: Experiment in Rural Cooperation
(University of Minnesota. Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships., 2003-01) Hartman, Lacey
Awareness of and interest in Green Routes
(University of Minnesota Tourism Center, 2007) Schneider, Ingrid E.; Hinds, Nikki; Joannides, Jan; Stern, Steffany
This report details the methods and findings from questionnaires administered to two samples of potential green tourists in 2006.
Becker County Resort and Lodging Business Retention and Expansion Strategies Program: Summary Report
(University of Minnesota. Extension Service, 2004-03) Erkkila, Daniel L.
Becker County Resort and Lodging: Summary Report
(University of Minnesota Tourism Center, 2004) Stewart, Cleone; Nelson, Nancy; Darger, Michael
Bemidji Area Visitor Profile: Fourth-Quarter Fall Summary
(2019) Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Dan
The Benefits of Nature-Based Learning and Play for Young Children's Health, Development and Well-being
(2019-06) Austin, Jessie
Historical and current injustices, trauma and discrimination continue to impact Native communities across Minnesota and beyond - including our youngest children. Leech Lake Early Childhood Development's Megwayaak Project seeks to increase opportunities for outdoor learning and play to help buffer the impacts of adversity and support young chilren's health, development and well-being. This report summarizes research on nature-based learning and provides recommendations for the project team.
Biochar as a Soil Amendment in Minnesota: Findings from Literature and Interviews
(2023-05) Hunt, Samantha
The Sustainable Farming Association of Minnesota (SFA) Central Chapter initiated an effort to research biochar production as an alternative to burning wood waste, and to understand the potential benefits of utilizing biochar as a soil amendment to improve soil function and sequester carbon. With support from the University of Minnesota Extension Sustainable Development Partnerships, a graduate student was hired to review the research literature on biochar and interview subject matter experts. In partnership with representatives from the Minnesota Composting Council, Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management, United States Department of Agriculture, the University of Minnesota Extension Sustainable Development Partnerships, and SFA Central Chapter, U of M graduate student Samantha Hunt produced this report. Biochar, a stable carbon created via pyrolysis (heating without the presence of oxygen), can be produced from the massive amounts of woody debris generated by tree removal and trimming, brush removal, woodlands management, and storm damage. Biomass that is currently burned or left to decompose releases most of the carbon back into the atmosphere. Conversion of woody biomass into biochar could provide an alternative to burning and therefore reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Biochar is also a valuable soil amendment that can improve soil health and productivity. There is a high interest from local produce growers and regenerative farmers in Central Minnesota to utilize biochar as a soil amendment.
Biomass for Cooling System Technologies: A Feasibility Guide
(2016-05) Pushpala, Roopesh; Agricultural Utilization Research Institute
Birds and Grazing Final Report
(University of Minnesota. Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships., 2003-12) Driscoll, Melissa; Loegering, John; Cardwell, Vernon