The MFU Membership Engagement Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 3 via Zoom. Email claudine@mfu.org for details. The Membership Engagement Committee supports staff projects and provides feedback on staff initiatives. Open to all MFU members.

The MFU Lobby Day Legislative Reception is 4:30-7 p.m. Feb. 4 at Farmers Kitchen + Bar, 750 S. Second St., Suite 100, Minneapolis.

What: Kanabec County Social When: 1 p.m. Feb. 16 Where: Sapsucker's Cidery, 2752 215th Ave, Mora What's on the agenda: MFU Government Relations Director Stu Lourey will provide a recap of the state convention and a legislative update. Food: Food trucks will be available on site. Food is on your own. For more information: Call…

Our next Agritourism Networking Group is noon Feb. 24. From noon to 1 p.m., there will be an opportunity for folks interested in agritourism to share ideas and challenges, brainstorm solutions, and network with others who are active or interested in this arena. Please feel free to spread the word. You do not need to…

St. Louis County Farmers Union is hosting a Coffee and Connect gathering at the Sugar Shack, 235 Chestnut St., Virginia, at 10 a.m. Feb. 27.

The Brown County Farmers Union will have a Winter Meeting on March 3 at The Dawg Haus Bar and Grill, 300 First Ave. North, Sleepy Eye. 6 p.m. is optional supper-social hour, order off the menu. 7 p.m. is the meeting. We will discuss current topics in agriculture as well as other state and national…

MFU is hosting a women's programming event on March 5 in the Twin Cities. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Minnesota History Center with a tour of the exhibit, Girlhood (It's complicated). Following the history center visit, the group will meet for lunch at Farmers Kitchen + Bar, 750 S Second St., Suite…

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall at 10 a.m. March 18 at Pizza Ranch, 206 Third St., Jackson, to hear what family farmers and…

What: Visit Fendt Lodge, the brand’s center for customer visits, launch events, dealer meetings, factory tours, and corporate gatherings. Fendt’s Rogator applicator and track tractors, as well as other AGCO machinery, are manufactured in the Jackson facility. When: 1 p.m. March 18 Where: 202 Industrial Parkway, Jackson Cost: Free Registration encouraged at https://events.fendt.com/80ctlT6/3aIvaAKun Description: The two-hour…

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall from 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 18 at Sleepy Eye Brewing Company, 121 Main Street W, Sleepy Eye,…

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall at 10 a.m. March 20 at St. Kathryn’s Catholic Church, 318 Hill Ave., Ogilvie, to hear what family…

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall at 2:30 p.m. March 20 at McGregor Community Center, 41442 MN-65, McGregor, to hear what family farmers and…

Share your story with legislators on Women in Ag Day, March 24. Whether you're tending to your farm or ranch, raising livestock, involved with large scale row crops, selling specialty crops, or inviting the public to your agritourism effort, we invite you to this day specially designed for you to share information. If you work…

What: Annie's Project When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. March 26 Topics: Laura Gosewisch: Body Mechanics: How to Maintain your Most Valuable Resource – Yourself! Colleen Carlson: The ABC's of Agriculture - breaking down the acronyms, SWCD - Soil and Water Conservation District and FSA - Farm Service Agency in to share about their programs Food: A light…

What: 2nd annual Regenerative Agriculture Conference When: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 27 Where: Freddie's in Mora Speakers include: Ben Ice, Zach Gunnink and Craig Trytten Cost: $25, includes lunch To register: Call Craig at 507-450-4408 or email regenerative.ag.meeting@gmail.com Mail payment to: Craig Trytten, 5052 440th St., Harris, MN 55032.

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall from 4 to 5:30 p.m. March 27 at Willmar Community Center, 624 US-71 BUS, Willmar, to hear what…

Minnesota Women in Conservation is sponsoring a Backyard Beekeeping event from 7:30-8:30 p.m. March 27 at Moorhead Public Library. Join us for an evening of beekeeping inspiration from two women who have tapped into the wonderful world of bees. Questions? Contact Clay County President Noreen Thomas.  

What: Climate and Agriculture: What Do Farmers Think? webinar The Climate and Agriculture report was developed and written by MFU's Climate and Working Lands team. The following themes emerged: Fair Markets for Climate-Smart Agriculture More People Needed - Farmers and Advisors More Access to Equipment and Machinery Farmland Availability and Prices Building Resilience - Abnormal…

Visit Dodge County Farmers Union at the Dodge County Expo, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. March 29 at Triton High School, Dodge Center. Expo admission is free to the public.