Join the Forage Council to watch the documentary “Roots So Deep.” We’ll have two locations to watch from: Hunt Utilities Group in Pine River and M State in Wadena. Following the film, we’ll enjoy a virtual Q&A with producer Peter Byck. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/3PpPmkSAiEw Roots So Deep asks the question “is there a better way” to what we…

Join SFA at the Wooden Nickel Burgers & Brew (Marshall) on Wednesday, March 27 from 12-1:30 p.m. for lunch and a casual conversation featuring the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program as well as SFA’s popular On-Farm Consulting services. Come to this informal gathering for lunch and a chance to have a direct conversation with SFA’s experts: Angie Walter, Dairy Farmer…

Please join the Central Chapter for our annual meeting at Sprout in Little Falls! As is tradition, the board will be preparing breakfast for everyone with local food from our farms. We'll explore ideas for farm field days and socials, hear about a new dinner-on-the-farm concept, and hear about farm nutrient management from local consultant, Glen…

Annual Conference is ON! Based on the latest National Weather Service forecast of reduced snow totals for tomorrow and assurance from the College of St. Ben’s that they will not be closing buildings to the public tomorrow, SFA’s Annual Conference is definitely happening as originally planned on February 8! -SFA Staff1:15 PM on February 7 Featuring topics…

Jennifer Hahn is the Federal Conservation Programs Coordinator for the MN Board of Water and Soil Resources. She works to optimize programs before they get to the local offices, and looks for and goes after new funding opportunities that could be helpful for local offices. She will be covering upcoming opportunities she sees with the funds…

>>> CANCELLED <<< If you have specific questions, please send those to eastcentral@sfa-mn.org by March 22, 2024. Please bring some food to share as we gather for this Veterinary discussion. This meeting is hosted by the East Central Chapter of SFA. Registration: This event is free to attend. Registration requested, walkups welcome. Address: North Branch Public Library…

Registration for this event has closed. Walk-up registration will not be available. Frank and Ann Gustafson have been working to develop silvopasture by treating over 100 acres of buckthorn in the oak woodland of their ranch near New London, MN. At this event we will hear about the tools and techniques they’re using to clear…

This event is presented by Central Chapter members Harry and Judy Worm of Clayhill Farm & Forest. During the indoor presentation, you will learn: How to identify maple trees Proper equipment and harvesting How to collect and process Advance registration is required. No walk-ups. The fee is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Address: Northland Arboretum, 14250 Conservation Drive Baxter,…

In hopes of driving the winter away and preventing the worst of farmhouse (cabin) fever, the Heimarks invite you to a happy hour at their farm on Sunday February 25, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:30. We want to give folks a chance to meet and talk about farming (or whatever) before we all get busy in the…

*This event is sold out and registration is closed. No walkups, please. Whether you’re looking to get started or home in on syruping skills, this workshop is a great learning tool for small-scale enthusiasts. Extension Educator Lia Spaniolo will lead participants through the tapping and syrup-making process with presentations and hands-on activities. Participants will gain…