Connect with people from across the country who work in sustainable ag to exchange ideas, find new resources, and network. Workshops cover leadership skills, personal growth, farm business success, and more. Thursday, October 17   8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Plate to Politics: Use Storytelling to Create Change   8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Regenerative Farm Design   8:30 AM to 5:00 PM SARE […]
Learn from the best as SFA and Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship are hosting a free pasture walk focused on grazing, fencing and more at Kent and Linda Solberg's Seven Pines Farm from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fri., Oct. 18, at 18618 County Rd 23, Verndale. During the workshop, Kent Solberg, SFA Livestock & Grazing Specialist, […]
Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship is hosting another in its series of pasture walks from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues., Oct. 22, at Springside Farm, 12620 Deer Rd, Canton. This walk is co-sponsored with Great River Graziers and Kickapoo Grazing Initiative. Discussion will include evaluating grazing and pastures for fall and planning for spring, as well […]
The way we farm can be the solution to big challenges – climate, water, wildlife, vibrant rural communities. Farming now faces new norms with chaotic weather, economic uncertainty, social divisions, and increasing pressure to deliver both quality products and environmental benefits. Collaborative solutions are more important than ever, and the benefits of continuous living cover […]
When a neighbor’s tractor gets stuck, you don’t hesitate to help. But when you see a family member, friend, or client stuck in a rut—and possibly suicidal—it can be daunting to try and help and can leave you feeling powerless. Suicide is a significant public health issue in Minnesota. It involves the tragic loss of […]
When a neighbor’s tractor gets stuck, you don’t hesitate to help. But when you see a family member, friend, or client stuck in a rut—and possibly suicidal—it can be daunting to try and help and can leave you feeling powerless. Suicide is a significant public health issue in Minnesota. It involves the tragic loss of […]
BRAND NEW OFFERING! UMN Extension developed the Farms and Woodlands Course especially for landowners who want to get the most out of every acre of their land. This comprehensive program gives landowners insight on taking a whole system approach to farm and woodland management. The course consists of 12 self-paced modules offered online. Each module contains exercises and […]
When a neighbor’s tractor gets stuck, you don’t hesitate to help. But when you see a family member, friend, or client stuck in a rut—and possibly suicidal—it can be daunting to try and help and can leave you feeling powerless. Suicide is a significant public health issue in Minnesota. It involves the tragic loss of […]
When a neighbor’s tractor gets stuck, you don’t hesitate to help. But when you see a family member, friend, or client stuck in a rut—and possibly suicidal—it can be daunting to try and help and can leave you feeling powerless. Suicide is a significant public health issue in Minnesota. It involves the tragic loss of […]
A free event from the Pipestone County SWCD filled with valuable information including: Grazing for Soil Health from Stan Boltz, Regional Soil Health Specialist - Grazing management on cropland and grassland in relation to soil health Economics of a Soil Health Producer from Ben Dwire, area farmer raising crops and livestock - Managing cropland and […]
