The 1st in our 2024 Pasture Walk Series. During this pasture walk, we will take a look at at some areas that Dave bale grazed with the cattle this past winter, as well as some areas he bale grazed several years ago. We will discuss different tactics and techniques for bale grazing and outwintering. We…

*Note: This event was originally scheduled for March 27 and has been moved to May 1. You’re invited to join East Central Chapter farmer Matt Hardy at his farm Wednesday, May 1 from 10:30 AM -12:30 PM at Rust Hill Ranch for “Cattle 101” presented by Osceola Veterinary Service. Large animal veterinarian Dr. Bruce Oscarson will…

Calling 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, April 30 at Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative in Minneapolis. Meet us in the B-Side Lounge to: Discuss your plans for the growing season Share successes from last…

The East Central Chapter of SFA is announcing the Regenerative Agriculture Conference being held at the Braham Event Center (655 8th Street SW, Braham, MN 55006) on Wednesday April 10, 2024 from 9:30am to 3:30pm. Regenerative Agriculture Conference: Litter the landscape with livestock is organized and hosted by East Central Chapter members Craig and Vicki Trytten. They…

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…

Save the date! Registration to be announced. Featuring topics largely requested by our members, the SFA Annual Conference is a showcase of the wisdom of the Minnesota sustainable ag community. Tickets usually sell out, with a few hundred of farmers, ag professionals, aspiring growers, homesteaders, and local foods supporters in attendance. It is known for its…

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…

The Crow Wing River Basin Forage Council invites you to a day with Steve Campbell of Tailor Made Cattle. He will share details on cattle selection for a grazing environment, longevity, minerals and toxicity management. He will also help with solutions to your Genetic and Epigenetic challenges and will be evaluating live cattle to discuss genetics favorable to grass based…

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…

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…