Thankful for family farmers: Growing our Future

Melrose American Legion 265 County Road 173, Melrose, MN, United States

Thankful for Family Farmers: Growing our Future is a program for area farmers. It's a gathering to discuss how to build a positive mindset and resiliency for tough times. Ted Mathews from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is the speaker. The event is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Melrose American Legion.…

Pre-Convention Prep Call

Zoom

What: Pre-Convention Prep Call When: Nov. 15, 7-8 p.m. Who: Open to MFU members who would like additional information about convention. Also relevant to first-time convention attendees. For more information: Email Winona Anderson at winona@mfu.org for Zoom login details.

82nd annual State Convention

Delta Hotel Minneapolis Northeast 1330 Industrial Blvd NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

The 82nd annual convention of the Minnesota Farmers Union will begin with registration at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17 at the Delta Hotel Minneapolis Northeast and continue through Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, or until all business has been concluded. Business to be conducted at the state convention will include election of president and vice president,…

Todd County Farmers Union gathering

Hilltop Regional Kitchen 131 Park Avenue NW, Eagle Bend, MN, United States

The Todd County Farmers Union will meet at Hilltop Regional Kitchen, 131 Park Ave NW, Eagle Bend, at noon Dec. 5. To RSVP, call Hilltop Regional Kitchen at (218) 738-5563. Reservations preferred by Dec. 1. Contact Alan Perish for more information at (320) 760-2516. Please bring an item for the food shelf.

Challenging monopoly power

Dakota County Extension 4100 220 St W, Farmington, MN, United States

Join Dakota County Farmers Union for an Afternoon of Trustbusting with Attorney General Keith Ellison and state Representative Robert Bierman. Let’s dive into the topic of monopoly power in Minnesota and learn how to take meaningful antimonopoly action in your own backyard. When: Dec. 14, 2023 - 1 p.m. Where: Dakota County Extension Office, 4100…

Ugly Sweater Social

South x Southeast Brewing Company 51146 US-52, Pine Island, MN, United States

Dig out your favorite ugly sweater and join your Farmers Union friends for an Ugly Sweater Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at South x Southeast Brewing Company, 51146 US-52, Pine Island. There's no charge, food and drink are on your own. Bring your ideas for events to host in 2024. Hosted by…

Scott County Social

Giesenbräu Brewery 1306 1st St NE, New Prague, MN, United States

Join Farmers Union members in Scott County for a social event. WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 20 WHERE: The backroom is reserved at Giesenbräu Brewery, 1306 1st St NE, New Prague. FOOD AND DRINK: Members buy their own. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call Mike Seifert, 612-366-5249

Happy Hour at Lakes and Legends

Lakes & Legends 1368 La Salle Ave., Minneapolis, MN, United States

The Hennepin/Ramsey County Leadership team invites you to join us at MFU member-owned brewery, Lakes & Legends, for a delightful evening of pints, pinball and planning in Minneapolis on Thursday, Dec. 21 at 4:30 pm. Meet your newly elected county leaders, share your ideas for a fantastic 2024 and enjoy the good company of fellow…

Aitkin County Social

Rustic Trail 204 Main St, Palisade, MN, United States

Join Aitkin County Farmers Union members for a discussion of the results of the MFU State Convention and a look ahead to goals and plans for 2024. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 27 WHERE: Rustic Trail, 204 Main St, Palisade, MN 56469 FOOD: On your own, order off the menu. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call Franklin Turnock,…

Fillmore County Well Screening Clinic

Fillmore Central Elementary School 702 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN, United States

Free nitrate and chloride screenings will be offered at Fillmore Central Elementary School, Door 1, 702 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 13. Results will be available in 15 minutes. While you wait, you may talk one-on-one with water experts, who are also well owners, regarding your results, questions and…

Agriculture Listening Session

Zumbrota VFW 25 E 1st St., Zumbrota, MN, United States

WHAT: Join Minnesota Senate Ag Chair Sen. Aric Putnam for a Listening Session on Jan. 24 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Zumbrota VFW, 25 E 1st St., Zumbrota. WHY: The goal of the event will be for Chair Putnam to hear directly from farmers about how the legislature can help respond to challenges, promote…

MN Farm to School Roadshow, Falcon Heights

The Good Acre Food Hub 1790 Larpenteur Ave. W, Falcon Heights, MN, United States

Minnesota Farm to School Roadshow: Building Farm to School Relationships Who: Minnesota farmers looking to expand market opportunities and school or early care providers who would like to incorporate more locally grown food into meal programs. What: The first-ever Minnesota Farm to School Roadshow will bring together producers, school nutrition professionals and early care providers…