Rural Minn. brainstorms ways to lift economy

August 14, 2007

The renewable energy industry alone will not be rural Minnesota’s path to economic prosperity.

Communities in rural Minnesota looking to grow their economy and stave off population declines need diverse businesses and the ability to attract young workers, a panel of experts said Thursday.

“We need a balanced economic development strategy,” said Jack Geller, executive director of the Center for Rural Policy and Development, during a forum at Farmfest in southwestern Minnesota.

By Scott Wente, Forum Communications Co.

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