MFU Woman’s Book Club – The Farmers Lawyer
We are reading and discussing Sarah Vogel’s book, The Farmer’s Lawyer: The North Dakota Nine and the Fight to Save the Family Farm. Join us as we learn and talk about the truly inspiring story of Vogel’s legal battle against the United States government in the early 1980s. This event is open to all women…
MFU Woman’s Book Club – The Farmers Lawyer
We are reading and discussing Sarah Vogel’s book, The Farmer’s Lawyer: The North Dakota Nine and the Fight to Save the Family Farm. Join us as we learn and talk about the truly inspiring story of Vogel’s legal battle against the United States government in the early 1980s. This event is open to all women…
Minnesota Farmers Union Women’s Conference 2023
Minnesota Farmers Union 305 Roselawn Ave E #200, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin fellow MFU members for a weekend of creating community and connection around rural storytelling, food, farming and wellness. This gathering of women farmers, makers, shakers and leaders will be filled with ideas, professional development, energy and connections that span across food, farming and relationships. The conference theme this year is Putting Ideas into Motion and…
MFU Membership Engagement Committee
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…
Food Safety Course for Produce Farms – Falcon Heights
The Good Acre Food Hub 1790 Larpenteur Ave. W, Falcon Heights, MN, United StatesThis 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…
Dakota County MFU “Lunch-N-Learn”
Dakota County Extension 4100 220 St W, Farmington, MN, United StatesMeet every month: “Lunch-N-Learn” First Wednesday of the month. Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Dakota County Extension, 4100-220th St W, Farmington. Lunch always served. Topics determined along the way. Dates: · January 4 · February 1 · March 1 · April 5 1. More details will follow as plans are confirmed. 2. Our…
Food Safety Course for Produce Farms – Falcon Heights
The Good Acre Food Hub 1790 Larpenteur Ave. W, Falcon Heights, MN, United StatesThis 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…
Chisago County MFU March Gathering
Harris Covenant Church 43680 Gates Ave, Harris, MN, United StatesJoin 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 Convention
Hyatt Regency San Francisco 5 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA, United StatesNational 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…
Navigating Stearns County Ag Resources 101
Greenwald Pub 310 1st Ave N, Greenwald, United StatesAn 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…
Dodge County Lunch-N-Learn
The Bridge (Old VFW) in Mantorville 509 North Main St., Mantorville, MN, United StatesJoin 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…
Food Safety Course for Produce Farms – Mankato
The Wooden Spoon 515 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN, United StatesThis 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…