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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.

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Cooperation

Cooperation

Collectively organizing for fair prices and sound agricultural policy.

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Education

Education

Building future leaders with summer camps and New Leader Academy.

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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
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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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Nov 2024 MN Ag cover

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Members can read the latest now.

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

Dec
10

December 10 @ 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Green Ammonia Summit

University of Minnesota, Morris
Dec
23

December 23, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Christmas/New Year holiday

Jan
16

January 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - January 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm

Women’s Conference 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Mankato
Feb
04

February 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Lobby Day 2025

Minnesota State Capitol Complex
Jun
10

June 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am - June 12, 2025 @ 4:00 pm

Twin Cities Farm Tours Day Camp

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.