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Read MoreLegislative Update: Legislative session begins
The 2024 legislative session officially kicked off on Monday, Feb. 12 for the second year of what has already proved to be a consequential biennium for policy in Minnesota. MFU’s leadership…
Read MoreSt. Cloud Live: Schwagerl shares legislative concerns
ST. CLOUD — The need for a new farm bill, rising land and input costs, and a mild winter were among the concerns expressed Tuesday, Feb. 6, at The Women…
Read MoreKEYC: MFU to push for ‘Right to Repair’
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) – 2024 will be a bonding year in St. Paul, meaning there will be plenty of eyes watching the developments in the capitol. One sector looking especially…
Read MoreBemidji Pioneer: Producers seek cooperative approach to market beef
PINE RIVER, Minn. — Beef producers in north central Minnesota have a simple dream. They want local consumers to get a taste for and regularly consume their locally produced meat.…
Read MoreMinnesota Agriculture: February 2024
Minnesota Agriculture: January 2024
MFU outlines policy priorities for 2024 session
ST. PAUL – Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) anticipates another busy legislative session in 2024. The session convenes Feb. 12 in what is typically considered a bonding year, with the two-year…
Read MoreStar Tribune: DFL leaders want new option for healthcare
A public option that competes with Minnesota’s private health insurers could entice more than 100,000 people at a cost up to $364 million per year to state taxpayers. Those estimates…
Read MoreApply to MFU Foundation for Co-ops for Climate grants
ST. PAUL – The application period is now open for the Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) Foundation Cooperatives for Climate grant program. The pilot grant program aims to support cooperatives that…
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