The MFU office is closed Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day.

The Renville County Farmers Union Convention is 6 p.m. Sept. 4 at Max's Grill, Olivia. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St.…

The Kandiyohi County Farmers Union Convention is 6 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Kandiyohi Power Co-op Community Room, Spicer. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives Farmers Union a…

A Renewable Energy Information session is planned for 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 6 at Falk's Seed Farm, Murdock. Lunch will be provided. RSVP to allow for accurate meal count: bit.ly/WindSolarEvent Sponsored by Minnesota Farmers Union, CERTs and the University of Minnesota.

Lake Superior Harvest Festival is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 7 at Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth. Suggested donation $5/person, $10/family Parking is $10. The Lake Superior Harvest Festival is a family-oriented event featuring a huge farmers market, live music all day, expanded Energy Fair experience, nonprofit exhibitors tent, educational demonstrations and more. Learn more…

Join the farmers, butchers and chefs of Medicine Creek Farm, Yker Acres and Baptism River Barbecue for a full-fledged farm-to-table community event on Saturday, Sept. 7. What: Butcher's Dinner & Barn Dance When: 4-10 p.m. Sept. 7 Where: Medicine Creek Farm Schedule: 4 p.m. - Regenerative Farm Tour 5 p.m. - Cocktail Hour & Market 6 p.m. -…

The Polk County Farmers Union Convention is 10 a.m. Sept. 11 at MFU's Lake Sarah Campground, 20049 Campground Road SE, Erskine. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives Farmers…

The Sibley County Farmers Union Convention is 1 p.m. Sept. 11 at Gaylord American Legion, 329 Main Ave, Gaylord. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives Farmers Union a…

The county convention for Rice and Scott County Farmers Unions is 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at Fireside Orchard, 2225 Lonsdale Blvd E, Northfield. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that…

What: Our Local Plate - Farm Fest and Market: A fun-filled day celebrating family farms, sustainable food sources, and the economic impact that's created when we invest in our local farmers, ranchers and makers. When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 14 Where: 12506 20th St N, Moorhead About the event: Join us for an on-farm event…

What: Deep Roots Festival. Celebrate the growing season in early fall! Farm tours, hands-on food workshops, kids activities, live music, locally sourced meals and beverages and a farmers market. When: 1-7 p.m. Sept. 14 Where: Maple Hills Orchard, 29355 130 St, Frazee About the event: The Local Foods Tours is from Noon-2:45 p.m. The event…

Becker County Farmers Union will hold their convention at 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at The 59er, 19389 Frontage Rd., Detroit Lakes. As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives Farmers…