Learn how pollinator conservation is intrinsically linked to climate-smart agriculture, soil health, & community well-being! Join the TC Growers for a discussion about the ways that pollinator conservation can be a strategy for climate-resilient agriculture, as well as a tour of the University of Minnesota Bee Lab. The conversation will be led by pollinator conservation…

**This event has been rescheduled to 3:30-6:00 PM. The last few years Michael Dalquist has taken a real interest in fruit trees. And when you start learning about fruit trees, inevitably you see the word “graft” show up all over the place. It’s even mentioned many times in the Bible. So what is grafting, and why…

Join the Crow River Chapter and partner Dassel/Cokato Sustainable Living for a walk through Collinwood Park while learning about some common wild edible and medicinal plants in our area. We will talk about identification, preparation and uses, and safe and responsible harvesting. Tour #1: 2:00 p.m. RSVP HERE (https://www.dcsustainableliving.org/event-details/spring-foraging-walk-tour-1-1) Tour #2: 3:30 p.m. RSVP HERE (https://www.dcsustainableliving.org/event-details/spring-foraging-walk-tour-2) There…

East Central Chapter Meeting, May 20, 2023, Isanti, MN   The East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association is hosting a chapter meeting and potluck at Coborn’s in Isanti (209 6th Avenue Northeast, Isanti, MN 55040) on Saturday, May 20th starting at 10:00 am. The meeting/potluck will be held in the Community Room on the 2nd floor.    What’s…

As always, members and non-members are welcome to gather, have a beverage, and catch up off the farm. Bring a friend or two and we’ll see you there! Free to attend, no registration required.   Hosted by the Cannon River Chapter of SFA.   Address: Imminent Brewing, 519 Division St S #2, Northfield, MN 55057   SFA…

**Update: This event has sold out. If you would like to join the waiting list, please continue with the registration form. No walkups, please. Brenda and Jeff Berkebile have a flock of about 40 Katahdin, Dorper, and cross-bred hair sheep on their farm in Foley. Come see different management types including grazing sheep in oak…

The first Thursday of every month, Greater Mille Lacs Chapter folks are welcome to come to Block North Brew Pub for casual networking nights beginning at 5:45. Come when you can.   Address: 302 Minnesota Ave N Aitkin, MN 56431   SFA staff and volunteers occasionally take photos during our workshops, cafe chats and field days for…

The Western Chapter of SFA meets virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Contact Peter Schwagerl at western@sfa-mn.org for Zoom link.

Angie Walter and the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship are hosting a free dairy roundtable! Lunch is included. Come connect with fellow dairy producers. All are welcome to participate in this roundtable regardless of participation in the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship program. Click here to download a flyer. Topics: How does soil health relate to plant health? How to grow…

Join the Minnesota River Chapter at Locale for an opportunity to network with others in the chapter or interested in SFA! This will be a great time to socialize as we begin the growing season of 2023. This event is free to attend. Registration is requested, and walkups are welcome.   Address: Locale Brewery, 228 Poplar St. Mankato MN   SFA…