THE LAND, SEPTEMBER 6, 2013
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SROC celebrates 100 years A century ago, legislative appropriations allowed for the purchase of 246 acres near Waseca, Minn., for the establishment of the Southeast Demonstration Farm and Experiment Station. The goal of this new facility was to demonstrate the value of good management and serve as a center for dissemination of knowledge. Over the years, development of new tech-
nologies and innovative production practices has made positive impacts on food production systems, human health, renewable energy and the environment. Currently, there are seven academic research programs at the Southern Research and Outreach Center with supported outreach components that integrate all aspects of agriculture in a forward-
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Men harvest small grain variety trials in 1938 at what is now the Southern Research and Outreach Center at Waseca, Minn.
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That century of research and education is being celebrated 3-8 p.m. Sept. 19 at the SROC on the west edge of Waseca, with a wide variety of informative displays, door prizes, games and fun events. There will also be a free picnic meal from 4:30-7 p.m. Although significant changes have occurred over the past 100 years, the goal continues to be focused on serving the people of southern Minnesota through world-class research and
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outreach programs. Needless to say, it is not all about the facility — it is about people. The SROC would not be where it is today without talented staff, supportive communities and industry partners. Visitors to the celebration are guaranteed to leave with lasting memories as they walk through the commemorative display of historical photos that reflect on 100 years of service to agriculture. For more information, log on to http://sroc.cfans.umn.edu. ❖
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