Poultry Patrol: Robot at family turkey farm keeps an eye on the flock

From smartphones to smart homes, technology is designed to make our lives easier. Now, a pilot program at a family farm in Northfield, Minnesota is ready to spread its wings.

Shayne Wells cooking up some MEA fun!
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Kids across the metro are gearing up for the MEA break. If you aren't heading to the airport and need some fun family activities to fill the time, how about creating some BOO-tiful treats at Way Cool Cooking School.

Another way: Desperation led farmer 'back to nature'

On the Minnesota prairie near the South Dakota border, you will find Ben Dwire and his family moving their grass-fed beef cattle from one field to another.

Mermaids swimming at SEA LIFE at Mall of America during October
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A mythical creature is moving into SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium at the Mall of America. The mermaids are back for the month of October and are ready to dazzle with their underwater performance. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us under the sea to meet the water spirits.

Is the Small Dairy Dying?

Small Minnesota dairy farms wonder if this year could be their last.

Trade War: Caught in the Middle

Already concerned about an unusually wet season, Minnesota farmers have become pawns in a high stakes geo-political chess game between the U.S. and China.

Farmer Suicide: The Perfect Storm

Twenty miles from the Canadian border, just outside Hallock, Minnesota, you’ll find the bean fields that surround the Gillie home.  

The Robot Farmer

Last week, the U.S. Agriculture Secretary said he didn’t know if the family dairy farm can survive as the industry moves towards factory farms.

The Last Harvest: Robot Farmer
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Last week, the U.S. Agriculture Secretary said he didn?t know if the family dairy farm can survive as the industry moves towards factory farms.

It's apple cider season at 'The Landing' in Shakopee, Minnesota
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Apple cider season is here and we?re breaking out the old-fashioned wooden press. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells heads to "The Landing" in Shakopee, Minnesota to whip up a fresh batch while delving into Minnesota?s apple history.

The Haunted Basement relocates to Rosedale Center, opens doors to younger audience
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The Haunted Basement has been a Twin Cities Halloween destination for 14 years. But, there's something new brewing for this year's spooky experience; it's relocated to the Rosedale Center and it's opening its doors to a younger audience. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells has look inside the terrifying maze that opens for the season Oct. 3.

The Last Harvest: The Perfect Storm
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Many producers find it difficult adjusting to a new economic reality?beyond their control. They might even convince themselves they?re doing their family a favor by dying.

Oktoberfest at Waldmann Brewery
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Todd Walker checks out Oktoberfest at Waldmann Brewery - costumes, beer, and all!

Treasure abound at the Junk Bonanza
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The treasure hunt is on! Junk Bonanza Vintage Market has set up shop at Canterbury Park. There are more than 150 vendors offering vintage finds and re-purposed pieces. The event runs from 9am to 5pm Friday, Sept. 27th and Saturday, Sept. 28th. Tickets are $10 at the door.