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.
Learn more about what’s happening, and follow us on social media for additional updates.
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Members can read the latest now.
In the June 2025 issue of Minnesota Agriculture, read about Carol and Steve Anderson, longtime Farmers Union leaders from Benton County.
Read about Joel Harmoning of Harmoning Agency, the Farmers Union Week of Action and Karen Schwartz, who works for Green View.
We've also got a recipe for No Bake Hotdish, County Convention Guide and member photos.
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Events
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June 17 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Summer Social at West Central Research and Outreach Center
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August 12 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Nexus Co-op Strip Till Field Day
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July 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Swift County Farmers Union Convention
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June 17 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Summer Social at West Central Research and Outreach Center
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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.