Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has emphasized USDA’s commitment to partnering with producers, land managers and rural communities to deliver climate solutions through voluntary, incentive-based approaches that strengthen rural America. On Monday, February 7, Secretary Vilsack will provide an update on USDA’s plan to support climate-smart commodities while expanding market opportunities during an event at Lincoln University […]
2022 CLASIC I90_Hwy14 Tour The Crop, Livestock, and Soil Innovation Conferences (CLASIC) provide a unique opportunity for those in the agriculture industry to network on the latest trends and innovations. CLASIC is made up of two tours, traveling along Interstate 90 and Highway 14, consisting of fours stops each that brings both expert keynote speakers […]
Hokah Feb. 8th Flyer Join the Root River Soil & Water Conservation District for this FREE soil health workshop! This event is part of the I-90 Soil Health Tour with stops in: Hokah (Tues, 2/8) Fairmont (Thurs, 2/10) Albert Lea (Wed, 2/9) Heron Lake (Fri, 2/11) FOR MORE INFORMATION call Root River SWCD 507-724-5261 ext.3 […]
Albert Lea Feb. 9th Flyer Join the Freeborn Area Soil Health Team for this FREE soil health workshop! Come learn about soil health practices farmers can implement on their land to benefit the soil, environment, crop yield, and more! Bring this flyer with you to the event to be entered in to win a […]
One of the major challenges for the 2022 crop season is the higher cost and limited availability of commercial fertilizers. Many producers are looking at new and different ways to feed their crops while managing input costs, including the role of soil biology in managing fertility. To learn more about the practical links between soil […]
Fairmont Feb 10th Flyer Traveling along Interstate 90, the tour consists of 4 stops that bring both expert keynote speakers and local farmers for a convenient way to learn how soil health practices such as reducing tillage, using cover crops, and implementing diversity in the system helps cut soil fertility needs. Speakers Mitchell Hora […]
Heron Lake Feb 11th Flyer Join the Jackson and Nobles County Soil and Water Conservation Districts for this free event! Learn how soil health practices such as reducing tillage, using cover crops, and implementing diversity in the cropping system helps cut soil fertility needs. • Reducing fertilizer and herbicide inputs • Optimizing fertility recommendations […]
The SFA team is excited to announce that we'll be hosting our 32nd Annual Conference at the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota on Saturday, February 12, 2022. In 2020, 310 farmers, ag professionals, growers, homesteaders, and local foods supporters convened for this day of farmer-to-farmer education, and we look forward to gathering […]
February 15, 9 AM – 3PM Free Event with Free Lunch Northwoods BrewPub, 50819 West St, Osseo, WI 54758 Come Learn about Soil Health, hear from Ray Archuleta the "Soil Guy" Farmers Managing for Soil Health and High Inputs Flyer About Ray Archuleta Ray Archuleta is a Certified Professional Soil Scientist with the Soil […]
February 16, 9 AM – 3PM Free Event with Free Lunch at Plainview American Legion Plainview American Legion, 215 3rd St SW, Plainview, MN 55964 Come Learn about Soil Health, hear from Ray Archuleta and a farmer panel of dairymen and row crop farmers. Farming for Soil Health Flyer Ray Archuleta Ray Archuleta is […]
