Join the Crow River Chapter for their annual meeting at the South Shore Events Center. See more details HERE. Chapter members may attend for free. Nonmembers may register for $10. Advance registration requested, walkups welcome. Address: 733 6th Street Howard Lake, MN 55349 SFA staff and volunteers occasionally take photos during our workshops, cafe chats and…

Venue Change: Please note that this meeting will be held at Duluth Township Hall. The Lake Superior Chapter of SFA will conduct an annual business meeting with 2024 budget approval, board member elections, and review 2023 activities. This meeting is free to attend. Registration requested, walkups are welcome. Lunch will be provided, made with locally sourced ingredients…

You are invited to register and attend the annual meeting of the East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association (SFA) being held Northernlights Ballroom and Banquet Center in Milaca, MN.  Dinner will be served and is free for East Central Chapter members.  Non-members of East Central chapter are welcome and encouraged to attend.  The fee…

NOTE: This event has been postponed. New dates TBA. This is a two day workshop, January 26 & 27, 2024. “The Principles of Biological Systems” course provides an overview of the principles and practices of biological farming, with the goal to build upon your knowledge and experience to find ways to increase the health of your…

Come and enjoy a beverage with your fellow sustainable farmers! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Carlton County Soil & Water representatives will join us and be able to share about their programs to those interested. Free to attend, no registration required. Hosted by the Lake Superior Chapter. Address: Moose Lake Brewing Co. 244…

Spend the winter evening socializing with fellow Minnesota River Chapter members and guests. A good opportunity to network with others and share food and drink! Pizza will be provided. Feel free to invite a guest to join the group!   Registration is requested. Walkups are welcome. Address: LocAle Brewery – 228 Poplar Street Mankato MN 56001   SFA staff and volunteers…

Join the Minnesota Dairy Initiative (MDI) and Sustainable Farming Association (SFA) on January 18th in Alexandria for a discussion on improving farm resiliency through alternative forages and forage management. Four area dairy farmers will be sharing strategies around forage selection and grazing management that they have seen increase the ability of their farm to weather the…

This is a rescheduling of the “Solstice” Event that was scheduled for December. The Central Chapter will have a short board meeting on Sunday, January 14th in Osakis. We’ll begin the meeting at 3:00 PM, then enjoy a hike, ski, or snowshoe (weather dependent) followed by a potluck around 5:00-5:30 PM and bonfire social. Join us and…

Come meet your fellow Crow River Chapter folks this winter over warm beverages and fellowship at local coffeeshops. A relevant topic of table discussion will be provided at each social, though the discussion will probably range broadly. Suggested topic: Varieties & Breeds; a Seed Swap Free to attend, no registration required. Address: Blackwater Coffee – 5159 US-12 Maple…

The East Central Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association is holding a meeting at the Princeton Public Library meeting room (100 4th Ave S, Princeton, MN 55371) from 1:00pm – 3:00pm.  The public meeting room entrance is separate from the library entrance.   Please join us for this meeting and potluck snacks. Attendees are encouraged to…