General Networking & Education
Current & Upcoming
Region Nine Growers’ Network: Climate Resilience and Agritourism
Apr 17, 2025 5:30PM—7:30PM
Wooden Spoon 515 N Riverfront Dr Mankato, MN 56001
Hear from University of Minnesota Extension Educators on how Minnesota’s changing weather patterns are impacting farmers and how your farm can be proactive to reduce the impacts on your farm and customers. The event will also feature a presentation from UMN Extension’s Agritourism Educator from St. Louis County. A social hour will follow programming and…
View MoreLake Superior Spring Farmer Social
Apr 18, 2025 5:00PM—8:00PM
Moose Lake Brewery 244 Lakeshore Dr Moose Lake, MN 55767
Come join us for an informal gathering to shoot the breeze and enjoy a beverage! Free admission, no registration required.
View MoreApple Grafting Class: Grafts Included!
Apr 22, 2025 1:00PM—3:00PM
Central lakes College 26505 County Road 2 Staples, MN 56479
RegisterMichael Dalquist of the Central Chapter will be leading an apple tree grafting workshop at Central Lakes College with Noah Boelter. The workshop will include instruction and hands on table grafting practice. No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome. Participants will walk away with 5 grafts. Please note that this workshop will be held at…
View MorePasture Walk Series #1: Graze Longer, Spend Less: Winter Strategies at Ironwood Ranch
Apr 24, 2025 6:00PM—8:00PM
Ironwood Ranch 14930 Ironwood Lane Brainerd, MN 56401
RegisterJoin us for the first pasture walk of the season at Ironwood Ranch, just outside of Brainerd! Justin Smude and his family run a 350-acre operation where they raise cow/calf pairs and sheep, grow hay and oats, and integrate annual forages into a diverse grazing system. Justin Smude, Kent Solberg, and Jonathan Kilpatrick will lead this walk. We’ll…
View MoreMarketing and Storytelling Workshop
Apr 26, 2025 9:00AM—4:00PM
North Branch Area Library 6355 379th St North Branch, MN 55056
RegisterJoin 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…
View MoreTwin Cities Metro Growers Spring Social
May 06, 2025 5:30PM—7:30PM
Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative 1712 Marshall St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55413
RegisterCalling all growers in the Twin Cities Metro area! Celebrate spring and connect with fellow farmers, gardeners, and aspiring growers with the Twin Cities Metro Growers Network on Tuesday, May 6 at Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative in Minneapolis. Meet us at 5:30 p.m. in the B-Side Lounge to: The Network will provide light appetizers. Food and…
View MoreFarm Day Plant & Seed Swap
May 17, 2025 11:00AM—5:00PM
Lift Bridge Brewing Co. 1900 Tower Drive West Stillwater, MN 55082
During the month of May, Lift Bridge Brewing Co. will be donating a portion of the proceeds of sales of their new beer — Farm Day Golden Ale — to SFA. In celebration of this new ale, we are also partnering a Farm Day Plant & Seed Swap at Lift Bridge Brewing Co.’s Stillwater taproom. It’s…
View MorePasture Walk Series #2
May 22, 2025
Save the date for this free pasture walk! From April through October, SFA will host a free pasture walk every fourth Thursday night of the month. Locations and topics will vary — stay tuned for more information and registration. Info: Jonthan Kilpatrick, jonathan@sfa-mn.org
View MoreMake the most of your garden this summer – SUCCESSION Planting
May 29, 2025 6:00PM—8:00PM
Alternative Roots Farm 11197 130th Street Madelia, MN 56062
RegisterAn in-person event in our Homesteading Series. Learn how to prolong your garden’s production from Alternative Roots Farm. More details to come. Registration: Free. Registration requested, walkups welcome. Address: Alternative Roots Farm, 11197 130th Street Madelia, MN 56062 Info: Mary Fischer, mary@sfa-mn.org SFA staff and volunteers occasionally take photos during our workshops, cafe chats and field days for promotional…
View MoreCrow River Chapter – Planting Season Social
Jun 01, 2025 6:00PM—9:00PM
Crow River Winery 14848 Hwy 7 E Hutchinson, MN
The Crow River chapter will gather for an informal happy hour at the Crow River Winery in Hutchinson on Sunday, June 1 from 6-9pm. Take a break from your spring to-do list and join your fellow farmers and foodies for a social hour. Food and beverages are available to purchase on-site. Look for us in the…
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