Lake Superior
Welcome to the Lake Superior Chapter
The Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association is a coalition of producers and consumers moving farm practices and food systems into a sustainable future. We encompass northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Information: lakesuperior@sfa-mn.org or 1.844.922.5573 Ext. 709.
Chapter Coordinator: Julie Allen
Mailing address: Box 161317, Duluth, MN 55816
Upcoming Events
Emergency First Aid for the Farm
Saturday, April 5, 2025 10:00AM—1:00PM
Cromwell-Wright Fire Hall
5592 Hwy 210, Cromwell, MN 55726
Cromwell-Wright Fire and Ambulance will be covering emergency medical care for accidents on the farm, and what you should do until help arrives.
This will be a hands-on event so wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
This is not an official course offering a certificate, just hands-on learning that might allow you to save a limb or a life!
Registration: Pre-registration is requested. Walkups welcome.
Info: LSSFA Board members Pete Boyechko: 218-390-5564 and Michelle Boyechko: 218-590-7807.
Marketing and Storytelling Workshop
Saturday, April 26, 2025 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
North Branch Area Library
6355 379th St, North Branch MN 55056
Join Sarah Carroll of Greener Pastures and Michelle M. Sharp of Meet the Minnesota Makers for a hands-on marketing and storytelling workshop for farmers.
Throughout the day, participants will engage in small group work to receive direct feedback from Sarah and Michelle, collaborate with peers, and apply workshop concepts in real-time.
You will learn:
~ The importance of customer conversions over follower counts.
~ Essential elements for an effective website and social media presence.
~ Storytelling strategies to convert visitors into loyal customers through written and visual content.
~ Actionable steps to put theory into practice to sell your farm products.
This is a hands-on skill building workshop where you will bring your laptop or tablet to work directly on your website and social media.
Bonus! There is a follow up Zoom meeting in May with Sarah and Michelle where workshop participants may receive feedback, advice, or assistance with implementing their marketing plans.
Lunch is included.
Discounted tickets for SFA members.
Seating is limited to 25 farmers. Sign up today!
Advance registration is required.
REGISTER HERE.
$250 for SFA Members
$300 for Non-members
Members must log in to see member pricing. Learn more about joining SFA here.
Refunds for cancellations can be requested up to 48 hours prior to the event.
Presented in partnership with the East Central Chapter.
For more information contact Caroline Hegstrom EMAIL
Harvest Festival
September 6, 2025 10 AM - 4 PM
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth
A family-oriented event featuring a huge farmers market, live music all day, renewable Energy Fair, nonprofit exhibitors tent, educational demonstrations and much more!
Become a Member
Renew or start your membership below.
All SFA membership donations are fully tax-deductible.
Be sure to select "Lake Superior Chapter" on the membership form.
LAKE SUPERIOR ROOTS & RECIPES
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Featuring recipes, cooking tips, and information about our local food system.
Superior Grown
Superior Grown is a directory of sustainable farming enterprises located in the 16-county region of Northeast MN and Northwest WI, blessed with a rich agricultural heritage and many unique, sustainable farms. Across the Lake Superior region, free-range chickens, diversified vegetables, pick-your-own berries, maple syrup operations, grass-fed beef, artisan cheeses, smoked Lake Superior fish and other farm enterprises dot the rural landscape.
Superior Grown recognizes this bounty and is working to reconnect people with the region's dedicated farmers. By connecting regional consumers, businesses and farmers, Superior Grown promotes a regional food system that nurtures vibrant communities, provides quality, nutritious food to citizens and strengthens local economies.
Farmers' Markets
Please submit farmers market info to lakesuperior@sfa-mn.org.
Visit minnesotagrown.com to find specific locally produced goods.
Visit ArrowheadGrown for their list of markets.