Events

Learn about the formation of soils in Minnesota and how management techniques can build soils and protect our natural resources.

A two day environmental fair for multi-county youth to learn hands-on about soil, water, plants, animals, and our natural resources!

SFA and Renewing the Countryside are hosting another in our ongoing workshop series, “Women Caring for the Land,” which focusus on improving conservation outreach to female farmland owners and farmers in Minnesota, either directly or through training agriculture and conservation professionals. The next workshop is set for 8:30-11 a.m. Thurs., Sept. 26, at Stillwater Public […]

The Haney test tries to assess biological activity in your soil. The results include many different metrics representing microbial activity and food sources. Dr. Anna Cates, state soil health specialist, will guide you through how the various measurements are done and how to interpret your results. Liz Stahl, Extension Educator in Crops, will discuss U […]

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 […]

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 […]