The Olmsted/Dodge/Mower Farmers Union annual convention is 6:30 p.m. July 12 at The Oaks Golf Club, 73671 170th Ave., Hayfield. Call John Larsen or Rodney Peterson for more information.

Do you want to learn how to plant, select and care for different varieties of delicious sweet fruit like currants, Juneberries and raspberries? Come to Doubting Thomas Farms on July 12 to learn more from UMN Extension educator Randy Nelson and horticulturist and master gardener Noreen Thomas. The session will share tips, tricks and ideas…

The Aitkin County Farmers Union will hold its annual convention at noon July 16 at Salo Town Hall, 36303 Kestrel Ave., McGregor. Bring a dish to share for the potluck lunch. There will be election of officers and social time. Bring your resolutions. MFU President Gary Wertish will speak. Contact Franklin Turnock for more information.

The Houston County Farmers Union annual convention will be held via Zoom at noon on July 17. Email nettlevalleyfarm@gmail.com for more information.

The Rice County Farmers Union annual convention is July 18 at Keepsake Cidery, 609 135th St. E., Dundas. The event begins with social time at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. and the meeting follows. Contact Steven Read or Gail Donkers for more information.

The Swift County Farmers Union will hold its annual convention on July 18 at Ambush Park, 2400 Atlantic Ave, Benson, MN 56215. Food from Mi Mexico Restaurant. There will be election of officers and social time. Bring your resolutions. Contact Jim Falk for more information.  

Dairy Listening Session with Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Commissioner Thom Petersen WHAT: Learn about state support for dairy farmers from Commissioner Petersen and voice your concerns about the state of the state's dairy industry. WHY: Discuss current dairy industry challenges including access to processing and price margins with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).…

The Washington County Farmers Union annual convention is 6 p.m. July 19 at Gorman's Restaurant, 11011 Stillwater Blvd., Lake Elmo. Contact Glen Hanson for more information.

The Mille Lacs / Sherburne Farmers Union annual convention is July 20 at the Sannerud farm, 14841 140th Ave., Milaca. It's a potluck with sloppy joes and beverages provided. Please bring a side or dessert if you are able. The event begins at 5 p.m., with business meeting starting at 6 p.m. MFU Vice President…

WHAT: Kandiyohi County Farmers Union Summer Picnic WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 20, 2023 WHERE: Diamond Lake County Park, 6903 County Rd 4 NE, Kandiyohi, MN ON THE MENU: It's a potluck. Grilled Pork Chops are provided. Please bring a dish to pass. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Erik Hatlestad, (320) 905-1543

The Winona County Farmers Union annual convention is noon July 25 at Bonnie Rae's Café, 108 Main St., Rollingstone. Dinner is on your own, order off the menu. Contact Steve Simon or Gail Donkers for more information.

WHAT: Join Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) staff to learn about grants, loans and inspection services available for your meat processing business. WHY: MDA has many resources available to current and future meat processors. Learn which ones apply to your business. Topics will include: local, MDA and USDA grant opportunities, inspection jurisdictions, MDA licensing, inspection exemptions and…