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From seeds
to blue ribbons Fagerlund brings gardening passion to county fair
BY ELLARRY PRENTICE STAFF WRITER
WATAB TOWNSHIP – Rhoda Fagerlund’s rural Sauk Rapids property is a canvas and her plentiful gardens are the paint. Daylilies bloom in bright colors, and fragrant herbs perfume the air. Hostas number to 90 varieties, and the soil teems with homegrown vegetables near a greenhouse. “I just love growing things,” said Fagerlund, who has lived with her husband Larry on their 1-acre property in Watab Township for 21 years. “I love planting seeds and seeing things come up. I
just can’t wait until the flowers start blooming in the summer.” For six years, Fagerlund has taken her love for gardening to the Benton County Fair. Every August, she enters flowers and dry herbs in the openclass competition. Year after year, her entries have caught the attention of judges. She has earned numerous top placings, including the fair’s highly coveted blue ribbon. Fagerlund also works in the flower and plant exhibition area, receiving entries and putting them on display, answering questions, doing clean up and preparing entries
when the fair is over. She enjoys watching the potted flower and cut flower shows at the fair as well as meeting people who share her love of gardening. “I like to see what everybody else has and comes up with,” she said. A lifelong gardener, Fagerlund remembers entering apples in fair exhibits as a girl. Her family grew nine varieties of apples on their farm near Hancock, Minnesota, and her mother entered a handful into the openclass competition in Stevens County. “It was so fun to do,” Fagerlund said. After living in rural
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Rhoda Fagerlund kneels in a garden of daylilies, her favorite flower, July 7 in Watab Township. For several years, she has entered flowers and herbs from her gardens in the open-class competition at the Benton County Fair.
Sauk Rapids for about 15 years, Fagerlund decided to re-water the seed her mother planted decades earlier. She started entering dry herbs, cut flowers, vegetables and handiwork. Planning for the fair has since been on Fagerlund’s mind as she places seeds in the ground. “When I’m planting, I think, ‘Would this work at the fair?’” she said. The Fagerlunds spend time outdoors tending to 17 flower gardens, a herb garden and vegetable garden.
They have about 200 daylilies on their p r o p e r t y. The early bloomers are usually y e l l o w, followed by pink, orange and red blossoms. Blueand green-colored daylilies are also blooming this summer.
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Fagerlund from 2B “They’re my passion,” Fagerlund said of her daylilies, which she loves to enter in the fair. Fagerlund, who previously worked at a commercial greenhouse, has cross-pollinated several daylilies and loves the varied appearance of the offspring, which she names based on color, features or origin. Names include Caribbean Cruise, Green Eyes (winner of a blue ribbon), Blushing Lemon Ice, Oh So Lavender, Judy’s Gift and Peach Charmer. Other flowers nurtured by Fagerlund include dahlias, which she also enters in the fair, and peonies, which bloom too early for entry. She enters both cut and potted flowers. Fagerlund grows about a dozen herbs. She typically enters oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary,
lovage/stevia and mint. A half-cup of each fair-worthy herb is brought to the open-class exhibit. Other herbs in Fagerlund’s garden this year include chives, lemon balm, pineapple sage, marjoram, fennel and chocolate mint. Fagerlund has been growing flavorful and aromatic herbs for about 15 years. Her favorite homegrown herb is Thai basil, which is widely used in cuisines of Asia, where she used to live. Unlike sweet basil, which Fagerlund may enter in the fair this year, Thai basil has a slight spice. Herbaceous plants prefer full sun, she said. Several of her herbs are grown in pots placed in the ground and kept in the house over the winter. Herbs can be harvested once the plant has enough foliage to maintain growth. Fagerlund dries them with dehydrators. Generally, it takes about six to eight hours, depending on their size and water
content, she said. Fagerlund makes herb-infused vinegar and often gifts it, along with fresh-cut flowers. The Fagerlunds’ vegetable garden produces a bountiful harvest of tomato, dill, pepper, Asian eggplant, broccoli, carrot, beet, radish, cabbage, bean, corn, cucumber, squash and zucchini. Strawberry and raspberry plants grow nearby. When she is digging in the dirt, Fagerlund feels connected with her roots. In her front yard is an antique platter filled with flowers. “It’s partly the farmer in me that never came out,” she said. When she is not nurturing her gardens, Fagerlund swaps her favorite shovel and weeding tool for needle and thread. “I love quilts,” she said. So far, Fagerlund has entered two quilts in the needlework competition. One is a cathedral window quilt that took her five
Some 200 daylilies bring splashes of color to Rhoda Fagerlund’s property in Watab Township July 7. Daylilies are Fagerlund’s passion, and she has cross-pollinated many to create new varieties.
years to complete, starting in 2013. The design is meant to look like stained glass windows in historic churches. The quilt features dozens of scraps of fabric, including some that represent meaningful pieces of Fagerlund’s life and loved ones’ lives. For Fagerlund, the fair is not simply about getting ribbons; that is a bonus. After a two-year hiatus, she is excited to be back. “It’s just fun,” she said. “I look forward to it every year.”
R h o d a Fagerlund h o l d s chocolate mint in her garden July 7 in Watab To w n s h i p. Fagerlund will showcase several herbs, along with cut and potted flowers, in the open-class exhibition at the Benton County Fair Aug. 3-8 in Sauk Rapids.
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Pineapple sage grows at the home of Rhoda Fagerlund July 7 in Watab Township. The leaves are covered with short, fine hairs and smell like pineapple when rubbed or crushed.
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A purple ribbon is awarded to entries that meetsall standards and the exhibit and workmanship are extraordinary and need no improvement. The exhibitor has shown complete understanding of what, how and why the exhibit w a s done, and has a thorough knowledge of the subject.
colored 4-H ribbon mean? Information from the University of Minnesota Extension
Blue:
The exhibit meets most standards, and the exhibit is well organized and executed. The exhibitor can explain what, how and why the exhibit was done and has good knowledge of the subject.
Red:
The exhibit meets some standards and some improvements may be needed. The exhibitor can somewhat explain what, how and why the exhibit was done and has a fair knowledge of the subject.
White: The exhib-
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it meets few standards and lacks the quality of other exhibits. The exhibitor cannot adequately explain the what, how and why of the exhibit. Possibly they have overlooked a safety flaw. Improvement is needed in either the exhibit, the knowledge of the subject or both.
Ann Olson is the University of Minnesota Extension Educator for Benton County 4-H Youth Development. Olson said the county is allowed a certain number of advancements to the Minnesota State Fair based on county participation levels. Judges create a state fair line up, and youth determine what they would like to enter based on the order judges put in place. Each 4-H’er selected to advance to the state fair may bring one livestock and one general exhibit.
Special ribbons:
Counties may award special ribbons to Cloverbud exhibitors (those too young to participate in 4-H) and to recognize participation and achievement in a project area, event or activity.
Fair schedule continued Wednesday, Aug. 4 8 a.m. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 11:30 a.m.
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How 4-H exhibits are judged? 4-H members are evaluated through conference judging. Conference judging is a conversation between a judge and the 4-H’er. The 4-H’er explains what they have learned through the project experience and the session allows time for questions. In conference judging, the interview and exhibit are judged at equal weight, or 50/50. Judges – who are knowledgeable in the project area – observe, question, listen and challenge the participant, offering constructive feedback and suggestions. Livestock and animal projects are designed to further educate 4-H’ers on management practices such as nutrition and care. Assessments can occur through physical or performance evaluation of the animal; showmanship, knowledge in the show ring and presentation of the animal; animal science interviews and ability to communicate; and through special games or agility activities.
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4-H Q&A’s
Megan Blank - Duelm Age: 18 Parents: Jeremy and Kristi Blank Siblings: Emily, 20, Gracie, 16, Austin, 15, and Owen, 12 What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? I joined 4-H when I was 7 years old. I became involved because my neighbors said how fun it was and said I should join.
Kaylee Jurek - Elk River Critters Age: 19 Parents: Ryan and Emmylou Jurek Siblings: Taylor, 23, and Abbey, 15 What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? I joined 4-H at the age of 10 after I visited my cousins at the fair when they were showing. I fell in love with the cows and wanted to show as well. What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? I have participated in several static projects such as photography, vegetable and flower gardening, arts and crafts, and our club projects. I have shown pigs and dairy cattle as my livestock projects. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? One of my favorite 4-H activities besides my projects are with my club. I enjoy our annual kickball tournament that our club does. We get our parents
What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? I have been involved in showing livestock, horses and dogs in my time in 4-H. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? Going to state fair. No matter what I bring to state, I always have fun spending the night at the fairgrounds and hanging out with all of my friends. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? A market Holstein steer because I love to train them for the fair, and a lot of my friends show cattle as well. Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? I have advanced to the state fair on multiple occasions. I have gone to state for cattle for four years and have gone once for dogs. What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? Walking around the fair grounds and messing around with friends. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? I have continued to be involved in 4-H because I have met so many friends, and I enjoy working on a project and showing it to those who come to the fair. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? Milkshakes, the Ferris wheel and the FFA Barnyard.
Fair schedule continued Thursday, Aug. 5 8 a.m. to noon 8 a.m. 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Noon Noon to 3 p.m. Noon to 6 p.m. Noon to 6 p.m. Noon to 10 p.m. Noon to midnight 1 p.m. 1-3 p.m.
involved and do a kids versus parents game. We always have good friendly competition with everyone. There definitely is some smack talk between the teams, but at the end of it, we all have fun. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? Dairy cattle because I have so many friends I have met through showing, and I love showing animals. It is amazing to see all the hard work we put into our projects pay off. Even if we do not do as well as we want to, we get to make memories and spend time with our fair family. Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? Yes. I have participated in the state fair since seventh grade, the first year we could go. I have placed well every year and have gotten seventh and 10th overall in showmanship. It is one of my favorite activities in the summer. What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? Getting to show in junior premier showmanship with my friends. We help each other study and prepare with our own animals. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? Because I look forward to all the memories I get to make. I have been involved with 4-H for a long time and have created a family. It gives me the opportunity to spend more time with my 4-H family and make memories with my friends. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? Firehouse nachos, Kamikaze and the tractor pull.
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Commercial vendor set-up – Sports Arena East (building opens at noon) 4-H poultry judging – Show arena Ag in the Classroom – FFA Barnyard Discovery, Heritage and Ag/Craft buildings open 4-H/FFA Tractor driving contest – Grandstand pit area Kids fun activities – 4-H exhibit building 4-H aerospace show – Horse arena Wendinger Band – Cottonwood Stage Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo – FFA Barnyard Midway open – Regular admission Commercial building open Beer garden open 4-H rabbit judging – Show arena Kids fun activities – 4-H exhibit building 4-H livestock exhibits released – Barns closed for cleaning Tony Williams – Cottonwood Stage Open class livestock/4-H horses check in – Barns Fair Time presentation – Heritage building Bingo – Lions bingo building Truck Pull – Grandstand Midway open – Armbands/all rides Horse barn open Saving Minnesota History – Heritage building Gig Noonan – Cottonwood Stage RHINO – Beer garden stage
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4-H Q&A’s from 7B
Leighton Hackett - Elk River Critters (At left, former 4-H’er Grace Schlueter) Age: 18 Parents: Kevin and Shannon Hackett Siblings: Dylan, 24, Rylee, 21, and Nolan, 13
Hunter Olson - Graham Age: 18 Parents: Tim and Susan Olson Siblings: Connor, 19, Brayden, 14, and Colton, 12 What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? I joined 4-H when I was 8 years old. My father was in 4-H during his younger days, and he wanted us to be involved with it as well. When I
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What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? 4-H has been a part of my life since I can remember. My 4-H career started when I was a little girl in the novice ring. All of my siblings also started at a young age, so the tradition was passed to each kid. What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? My main 4-H project has always been beef cattle. From ages 9-12, I brought in a photograph, flowers or bakery item to the exhibitor building as one of my projects. I also began showing sheep when I was 9 and continued for four years. One year, I had a pig project which was fun and new. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? I am on the leadership council board, participate in camps and help around the fairgrounds for setup and take-down of the fair. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? Cows. I always create a personal connection with my show animals. The other reason showing cattle is my favorite is because they are a big animal and to say you can walk them around with a rope halter is pretty cool.
Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? I have gone to the Minnesota State Fair every year since sixth grade. I won fourth overall cow-calf showmanship in 2018. Getting a trip to the state fair is a big deal to me because our county goes down to the state fair to show off our best stuff. Not only is the competition a fun aspect of the fair, but the new memories and people you meet are amazing. What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? One favorite memory is the first time I went to the tractor pull. It was so much fun, and everyone there was having a blast and laughing. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? I have stayed in 4-H all these years because I truly find it a fun and loving environment. The friendships I have built in 4-H will last a lifetime. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? My favorite food is definitely a gyro, and the cattle barns are my home away from home. The show arena is also one of my favorite places to be because you get to watch all of your friends and their animals.
first joined, I only did craft projects while I was a Cloverbud. What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? During my years in 4-H, I did a number of projects in wildlife and shooting sports, robotics, baking and model rocket categories. I also bring my own steer to the county fair to show and sell on the auction. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? I love to participate in 4-H shooting sports and wildlife. In this activity, depending on what age, you can participate in air rifle, trap shooting, archery, BB gun and wildlife knowledge bowl. My favorite memory of 4-H shooting sports is when we attended the state competition and I won the state championship for Class A archery as well as placing in the top three for trapshooting during the same year. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? The stool I made during shop class. I had a great time using different skills to create the project. The legs were made of quarter-inch angle iron that I stick welded together. The seat was a quarter-inch iron plate that I plasma cut a design into and then powder coated with a stylish color.
Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? I have advanced to the Minnesota State Fair with a few projects such as my poster on shooting sports, a poster on creating food plots and a presentation about the equipment used in trapshooting. What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? Going to the tractor pull on Friday night. It is always an exciting time. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? I have continued to stay in 4-H because I love the social aspect of it. Being in 4-H gave me the opportunity to make new friends and opportunities to hang out and have a good time with my friends and relatives. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? My go-to fair food is the malt from the American Dairy Association and the dairy princesses right next to the 4-H Lunch Stand at the Benton County Fair. I have not been on any carnival rides at the Benton County Fair, because I am there for 4-H activities, grandstand events and food. The tractor pull is my favorite entertainment.
What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? I started in third grade with the dog project because my mom was the instructor. What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? I have participated in llama, poultry, dog and miniature horse. I also participated in multiple static projects. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? My club’s ditch clean up. For ditch clean up, we walk the ditches and the edge of the road and pick up garbage. I like this activity because you never know what you’re going to find. One year we found a shower curtain and keys, but usually, you find tires and a lot of fast food bags and wrappers. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? The llama project. I love this project because everyone helps each other, and everyone is welcoming to the project. The kids in the project also support each other whether they are competition or not.
Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? I have gone to the state fair multiple times. I like going there because everyone is nice and helpful, but there is also good, tough competition with people who have been doing this project forever. What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? When we were watching the premier showmanship competition, and the pig was not listening and laid down. Somebody picked it up and put it on its feet, so it would listen and go the right direction. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? I have stayed in 4-H all this time because I love showing animals, and in 4-H you go against other people who have the same passions as you and who are also the same age as you. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? Prom’s cheese curds.
What age were you when you joined 4-H, and how did you become involved? I was 7 years old. My older sister joined 4-H, so I decided I would also. What areas have you participated in during your time in 4-H? I have participated in static projects in the past, and for the past few years, I have been showing cattle. Besides projects, what is your favorite 4-H activity to participate in? I enjoy setting up the cattle barns the Sunday before the fair starts because it builds up excitement. What has been your favorite project to enter into the county fair? My favorite project is showing market steers because you get rewarded for all of your hard work. Have you advanced to the Minnesota State Fair? I have advanced to the Minnesota State Fair because friends have convinced me to try it. I don’t regret it one bit; it is very fun.
What is your favorite memory of the Benton County Fair? The tractor pull on Friday night, seeing friends and family all around. Why have you continued to be involved in 4-H all these years? I have continued to be involved in 4-H because of all the friends you make over the years. I have become close with many kids from different schools and have become close with some of their families as well. What is your go-to fair food, carnival ride and/or entertainment? My go-to foods are walking tacos and cheese fries at the 4-H Lunch Stand.
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Fair schedule continued Friday, Aug. 6 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Noon to 3:30 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to midnight Noon to 6 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. to midnight 5-11 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 7 p.m. 7-9 p.m. 8 p.m. to midnight
4-H horse pleasure show – Cloverbuds follow – horse arena 4-H small pets show – cat/exotic follow – Cottonwood Stage Open class sheep show – Show arena Commercial, Discovery, Heritage and Ag/Craft buildings open Ag in the Classroom – FFA Barnyard Livestock demonstrations – Barns Kids fun activities – 4-H exhibit building Santrio – Cottonwood Stage Midway open – Armbands/all rides Beer garden open Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo – Activity area Free corn feed – Sponsored by the Benton-Sherburne Corn Growers Association 4-H performing arts exhibition and public fashion revue – Cottonwood Stage Midway open – Regular admission Bingo – Lions bingo building Tractor pull – antique, out of field and modifieds – Grandstand 4-H llama demonstrations – Barns Police K-9 demonstrations – Activity area Norman’s Bait & Tackle Choir – Cottonwood Stage Pandemic – Beer garden stage
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