The Membership Engagement Committee is looking for new members, with a special interest in volunteers from District 1 (northwest corner) and District 3 (southwest corner). This committee works closely with the state office staff to organize and promote member engagement and leadership opportunities through different state and county programs, events, and promotions. Volunteers should plan…

This workshop provides a deep dive into Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) on the farm. GAPs are science-based, farm-level practices for keeping fresh produce safe. GAPs training is for farm owners, workers and gardeners who grow, harvest and pack fresh vegetables for sale to all markets, including farmers markets, CSA, retail, schools, restaurants, or who donate…

This workshop provides a deep dive into Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) on the farm. GAPs are science-based, farm-level practices for keeping fresh produce safe. GAPs training is for farm owners, workers and gardeners who grow, harvest and pack fresh vegetables for sale to all markets, including farmers markets, CSA, retail, schools, restaurants, or who donate…

Join us for an informative evening on the past and present role of local food systems and food security. Local grass farmer and longtime Farmers Union member Craig Trytten will be the main speaker. Our local senator, representative and county commissioner have been invited for the evening so come ready to share your praises or…

National Farmers Union’s 121st Anniversary Convention is March 5-7 at the Hyatt Regency, 5 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, Calif. You will hear from policy makers and educators on topics ranging from fair and competitive markets, to cooperatives, engaging the next generation, biofuels, and more! You will have the opportunity to network with fellow Farmers Union…

An overview of programs, grants and services available from Farm Service Agency, Stearns County Environmental Services, Stearns County SWCD, University of Minnesota Extension, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Program and lunch sponsored by Stearns County Farmers Union, Stearns County Farm Bureau, Minnesota Corn Growers Association and Minnesota Dairy Initiative. This meeting…

Join us for a discussion about the 2023 Farm Bill. Agriculture staff for Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01), Senator Amy Klobuchar, and Senator Tina Smith have been invited! WHEN: Monday, March 13, 2023 WHERE: 509 N. Main, Mantorville, MN (the old VFW in Mantorville, next to Mantorville Saloon) MEAL: On your own - burger basket for…

This workshop provides a deep dive into Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) on the farm. GAPs are science-based, farm-level practices for keeping fresh produce safe. GAPs training is for farm owners, workers and gardeners who grow, harvest and pack fresh vegetables for sale to all markets, including farmers markets, CSA, retail, schools, restaurants, or who donate…

St. Louis County Farmers Union is holding a luncheon and social gathering at 11:30 a.m. March 14 at the Sugar Shack, 235 Chestnut St, Virginia, MN 55792.

Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU), in partnership with Farmers Legal Action Group (FLAG) and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), released a Farmers’ Guide to Carbon Markets in Minnesota earlier this year. With one fifth of the world’s largest companies setting net-zero emissions targets, farmers are being asked to make changes to their operations that sequester…