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Farmfest kicks off with Minnesota Congressional District forums
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Cory Knudsen , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The event comes as the state's primary election is just one week away.
Farmfest is underway in Redwood County, featuring candidate forums for Minnesota's Congressional Districts. The event comes as the state's primary election is just one week away. Candidates from several districts participated in the forums, including those from the First, Second, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Districts.
They discussed topics related to agriculture and rural America. Further details about the forums and the candidates' discussions are available from the source. The event provided an opportunity for candidates to answer questions and address issues affecting their districts.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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