Crow River
Welcome to the Crow River Chapter
Encompassing a diverse part of the state that includes the western Twin Cities metro and the rural counties to the west, Crow River offers opportunites for farmers, sustainable farming supporters and consumers to participate in a vital and active organization. We represent not only the more "traditional" farmers - dairy, grains, etc. - but also a wide range of thriving specialty and niche market farmers: CSAs, goats, sheep, poultry, herbs, garlic, restaurant and co-op produce, etc. We have an emphasis on education in sustainable practices and an impressive roster of events, including farm tours, the Crow River Chapter Annual Meeting, the Minnesota Garlic Festival, and our popular social gatherings.
Information: Jerry Ford at crowriver@sfa-mn.org or 1.844.922.5573 Ext. 705.
Join the Crow River Chapter Facebook group.
Upcoming Events:
Off-Season Socials
Social events for farmers and supporters to socialize and discuss relevant topics. Two are at coffeeshops in the morning, and two are at breweries in the evening.
All are free, and no registration is required. Just show up and bee social!
More Information: Josh Borrell | Email
December Coffee Social in Watertown
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Farmer's Plate Hometown Cafe, 117 Lewis Ave S, Watertown, MN 55388
January Brewery Social in Annandale
Saturday, January 10, 2026 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Spilled Grain Brewhouse, 300 Elm St E, Annandale, MN 55302
February Coffee Social in Maple Lake
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Spooky Brew Coffeehouse, 46 Birch Ave S, Maple Lake, MN 55358
March Brewery Social in Waconia
Saturday, March 14, 2026 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Waconia Brewing Company, 255 W Main Street, Waconia, MN 55387
Crow River Chapter Annual Meeting
Save the Date
Sunday, March 8. 2026
Dassel MN
Minnesota Garlic Festival
Saturday, August 15, 2026
McLoed County Fairgrounds, Hutchinson
Vendor Applications open February 7, 2026
Tickets go on sale May, 2026
Become a Member
Renew or start your membership below.
Be sure to select "Crow River Chapter" on the membership form.
More from Crow River Chapter
- "How to Cook a Chicken" instructions now available - just cluck on the title
- Crow River SFA Ketchup Case Study
