Peter Ripka

As a grassroots policy organization, annual county conventions are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members, through attending and bringing forth resolutions, that gives us a strong voice in St. Paul. The Kanabec County Farmers Union Convention is 6 p.m. July 9 at 1215 130th Ave., Ogilvie. It will be…

The Benton County Farmers Union Convention is 7 p.m. July 18 at the Anderson farm. 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 Aitkin County Farmers Union Convention is 11:30 a.m. July 21 at the Lawler Town Hall. Bring a dish to pass for the potluck meal. 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…

The Isanti County Farmers Union Convention is 1 p.m. Sept. 21 at Wintergreens, 306 Credit Union Drive NE, Isanti. 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…

What: Kanabec County Social When: 1 p.m. Feb. 16 Where: Sapsucker's Cidery, 2752 215th Ave, Mora What's on the agenda: MFU Government Relations Director Stu Lourey will provide a recap of the state convention and a legislative update. Food: Food trucks will be available on site. Food is on your own. For more information: Call…

St. Louis County Farmers Union is hosting a Coffee and Connect gathering at the Sugar Shack, 235 Chestnut St., Virginia, at 10 a.m. Feb. 27.

From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington, D.C. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall at 10 a.m. March 20 at St. Kathryn’s Catholic Church, 318 Hill Ave., Ogilvie, to hear what family…

What: Kanabec County Farmers Union Social When: Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. Where: Ann River Winery, 1999 180th Ave., Mora Speaker: MFU Membership Director Claudine Arndt will speak on agritourism Food: Pizza will be provided Order of events: Winery Tour at 2 p.m., speaker and pizza to follow - For Kanabec County Farmers Union Members…

What: 2025 Legislative Recap Meeting. Join MFU Government Relations Director Stu Lourey to get updates about Farmers Union priorities and accomplishments in St. Paul and Washington D.C. Where: Sebeka Community Senior Center, 104 E Minnesota Ave, Sebeka Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m. June 10 Food: Pastries and coffee will be provided. RSVP to Peter Ripka at…

What: 2025 Legislative Recap Meeting. Join MFU Government Relations Director Stu Lourey to get updates about Farmers Union priorities and accomplishments in St. Paul and Washington D.C. Where: Initiative Foundation, 405 First St. S.E., Little Falls Time: 1-2:30 p.m. June 10 Food: Light lunch provided. RSVP required. Call Peter Ripka at 320-412-6355.

What: 2025 Legislative Recap Meeting. Join MFU Government Relations Director Stu Lourey to get updates about Farmers Union priorities and accomplishments in St. Paul and Washington D.C. Where: Pleasant Valley Orchard, 17325 Pleasant Valley Rd, Shafer Time: 6-7:30 p.m. June 10 Food: Light supper provided. RSVP required. Call Peter Ripka at 320-412-6355.

What: Kanabec County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 6 p.m., July 8 Where: Stacy and Peter Ripka's house, Ogilvie Speaker: MFU President Gary Wertish Food: Potluck. Meat and beverages provided. Please…

What: Aitkin County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: Noon, July 13 Where: Salo Town Hall: 36303 Kestrel Ave, McGregor Food: It's a potluck. Bring a dish to share. Speaker: MFU Membership…

What: Benton County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 7 p.m., July 31 Where: Steve and Carol Anderson farm Speaker: MFU President Gary Wertish Food: Light snacks provided. Learn more about county conventions…

What: Crow Wing County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: Noon Aug. 11 Where: St. Mathias Park Speaker: TBD Food: TBD Learn more about county conventions here.

What: Stearns County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 7 p.m Aug. 18 Where: Greenwald Pub Speaker: MFU Vice President Anne Schwagerl Food: TBD Learn more about county conventions here.

What: Todd County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 12:30 p.m., Sept. 21 Where: Double Eagle Golf and Grille, Eagle Bend Speaker: Peter Ripka Food: Yes Learn more about county conventions here.

What: Washington/Chisago County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 23 Where: Pleasant Valley Orchard, Shafer Speaker: TBD Food: TBD Learn more about county conventions here.

What: Isanti County Farmers Union Annual Convention. As a grassroots policy organization, our annual county meetings are an opportunity to gather, build community, and bring forth resolutions that guide our work. When: 11 a.m. Sept. 27 Where: Wintergreen's Golf and Grill, Isanti Speaker: TBD Food: Order off menu, pay on own Learn more about county conventions…

What: Join fellow Farmers Union members at the Rustic Trail to socialize and hear from Outreach Organizer Peter Ripka, who will provide a recap of state convention. When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10 Where: Rustic Trail, 204 Main St., Palisade Food: On your own, order off the menu Questions: Call Franklin Turnock, Aitkin County Farmers Union…