Biofuels and climate conversation at POET Preston

POET Bioprocessing 701 N. Industrial Drive, Preston, MN, United States

There will be a meeting focused on the future of biofuels and climate solutions– carbon intensity, sustainable aviation fuels and more on June 27 at POET Bioprocessing in Preston. Chris Hanson, GM of POET Preston, will be the featured speaker. Registration and lunch will be offered at 11:30 a.m. and the meeting will run from…

Conversation about Climate and Ag in Dundas

Keepsake Cidery 4609 135th St. E, Dundas, MN, United States

Join fellow Minnesota Farmers Union members for a social event focused on climate change and agriculture. The event is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 21 at Keepsake Cidery, Dundas. Clean River Partners will speak. This event will contribute to a forthcoming MFU report. Be part of the conversation!

Conversation about Climate and Rural Community Resiliency

Outstate Brewing Company 309 S Vine St, Fergus Falls, MN, United States

WHAT: Join Minnesota Farmers Union and West Central Initiative for a Conversation about Climate and Rural Community Resiliency. The discussion will focus on our changing climate and mental health concerns in west central Minnesota. WHEN: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 WHERE: Outstate Brewing Company, 309 S. Vine St., Fergus Falls. SPEAKER: Ariel Kagan, MFU Climate and…

2024 Women’s Retreat

Omega Lodge Retreat and Conference Center 22750 Lind Ave., Waterville, MN, United States

We are excited to host our 2024 Women's Retreat at Omega Lodge, located next to Horseshoe Lake in Waterville. The lodge offers engaging activities and a relaxing atmosphere to unwind and connect with other women in agriculture. The retreat blends education, fun and social time. The theme for this year is building strong communities and…

Women of MFU June Zoom gathering

Zoom

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (June 17) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: In a recent gathering of the Women’s Programming Planning Committee, a shared sentiment emerged: the need for an informal space where women…

Women of MFU July Zoom gathering

Zoom

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (July 15) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: Our aim is to establish a standing monthly Zoom call inspired by Extension Study Clubs. Each session will feature a designated facilitator who…

Women of MFU August Zoom gathering

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (Aug. 19) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: Our aim is to establish a standing monthly Zoom call inspired by Extension Study Clubs. Each session will feature a designated facilitator who…

Renewable Energy info session

Falk's Seed Farm 1170 Highway 9 NE, Murdock, MN, United States

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.

Women of MFU September Zoom gathering

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (Sept. 16) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: Our aim is to establish a standing monthly Zoom call inspired by Extension Study Clubs. Each session will feature a designated facilitator who…

Women of MFU October Zoom gathering

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (Oct. 21) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: Our aim is to establish a standing monthly Zoom call inspired by Extension Study Clubs. Each session will feature a designated facilitator who…

2024 NFU Women’s Conference

The National Farmers Union Women's Conference is Nov. 7-9 at Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, 150 E Houston St., San Antonio, Texas. This two-day conference has something for everyone: hear from speakers on farm financing, communications, marketing and more. We'll recap election day and what it might mean for American agriculture in the coming years, and we'll…

Women of MFU November Zoom gathering

What: The Matriarchal Hour Who: Farmers Union women members. This gathering is gender-inclusive - trans and nonbinary participants are welcome to attend. Date: Every third Monday (Nov. 18) Time: 2-3 p.m. More information: Our aim is to establish a standing monthly Zoom call inspired by Extension Study Clubs. Each session will feature a designated facilitator who…