Join us to protect and enhance the economic interests and quality of life of Minnesota family farmers, ranchers and rural residents.
What we do
Farmers Union is a grassroots, member-driven organization working for family farmers and rural communities. We believe in fair farm and rural policy that guarantees a safe and abundant food supply, provides family farmers with fair prices for their labor, and revitalizes rural Minnesota.
Legislation
Legislation
Amplifying the voice of family farmers and rural residents in St. Paul and Washington.
Cooperation
Education
How MFU can help you
Together, we make up a collective voice from all corners of Minnesota and all kinds of agriculture — big, medium and small — that represents YOU in government at all levels.
How MFU can help you
- Learn from other farmers
- Help shape policy that’s important to you
- Grow your leadership skills
- Network and make friends
What’s new with MFU?
We’re always working for the interests of our farmer members and to educate our communities.
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In the November 2024 issue of Minnesota Agriculture, we feature turkey grower John Peterson of Ferndale Market near Cannon Falls. Don't forget to think locally this Thanksgiving.
We also have a Calico Bean recipe - maybe something to add to your Thanksgiving feast?
Farmers Union Agency shares a column about how they turned a 16 percent premium increase into an 8 percent savings.
And there's lots of content about the convention, including information on how to order cool MFU shirts.
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Events
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January 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - January 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
Women’s Conference 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Mankato20
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June 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am - June 12, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
Twin Cities Farm Tours Day Camp
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August 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am - August 7, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
Southern Day Camp in Albert Lea
Myre-Big Island State Park22
November 22 @ 1:00 pm - November 24 @ 1:00 pm
MFU State Convention
Delta Hotels by Marriott Minneapolis Northeast26
November 26 @ 12:00 pm - November 29 @ 5:00 pm
Thanksgiving holiday
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December 23, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Christmas/New Year holiday
Farmers Union Welcomes Everyone
If you aren’t an active farmer but still care deeply about food security, renewable energy, trade issues, health care, land use, the environment and myriad other issues, you will find that Minnesota Farmers Union is a place where you have a voice. Help preserve family farms and rural communities by joining MFU as a consumer member.