The focus of this event is for farmers, ranchers, and landowners to understand the importance of fire on the landscape, remove the fear of burning, and to discuss the equipment needed and how to set up burn logistics for a safe and effective fire. Fire has long been a natural and valuable tool for maintaining…

🌱 East Central Chapter Pine City Networking Social 🌱 Join the East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association for a relaxed, family-friendly evening of connection and community at Three Twenty Brewing Co.. As the growing season gets underway, this is a great opportunity to step away from the day’s work, meet fellow farmers and…

🌱 Monday June 8, 2026 – Stanchfield Networking Social 🌱 Take a break from the busy season and join the East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association for a family-friendly networking social at The Grumpy Minnow. This informal gathering is a chance to connect with fellow farmers, share ideas, and strengthen the network that supports…

🌱 Tuesday July 14, 2026 – Grandy Networking Social 🌱 Join us for a midsummer evening of connection at The Brass Rail with the East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association. This family-friendly networking social is a great way to recharge and reconnect during the height of the growing season. Gather with fellow farmers, supporters,…

Family-friendly, fun-filled, and fragrant, the Minnesota Garlic Festival features fantastic foods, celebrity chefs, marvelous music, area artisans, goofy games and lots of garlic – all in support of a healthy environment and vital rural communities in Minnesota. Please visit the festival’s OFFICIAL WEBPAGE. Admission: Adults $10.00 Children 12 and under, free. Buy tickets HERE. Vendor information…

Deep Roots Festival is a community celebration that increases our connection to local foods and the farmers and growers who make them in the Lake Agassiz Region. More information on the Deep Roots Festival Webpage. Admission: SFA Members $40.00 Non-members $50.00 Buy tickets HERE. Members must log in to see member pricing. Learn more about joining SFA here.

Salsa Fest 2026 returns the third Saturday of September. This fun-filled family event is loaded with thing to do on a beautiful fall Saturday. Farm/Artisan Market Face Painting Salsa Contest Food trucks Education sessions Salsa music and dancing Kids art activities It’s our favorite fall festival. We will see you there! FREE ADMISSION (Registration fees…

Save the date! Our largest member gathering of the year will be on Saturday, February 6 at the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph Minnesota. All are welcome! More details to come. Photos will be taken at this event for promotional purposes and documentation for funders. Your presence indicates your willingness to be photographed.

Save the date! The Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit is set for March 3 & 4, 2027 at the Willmar Conference Center in Willmar, Minnesota. More details to come. Photos will be taken at this event for promotional purposes and documentation for funders. Your presence indicates your willingness to be photographed.