Our Board of Directors has elected four new at-large Directors: Mika Thuening, Timothy Usset, Melissa Driscoll, and Kim Melton.
We are delighted to have these folks' deep farmer-centered experience and practical leadership added to our Board. Join us in welcoming them! sfa-mn.org/new-board-me...
(2/2) After the book signing, we will enjoy the film An Open Door, followed by a Q&A with Dr. Grandin and executive producer John Festervand.
Tickets are free, but please register in advance to save your seat. Books will be available for purchase. sfa-mn.org/events/book-...
This is a promotional flyer for the Book Signing & Documentary Screening with Dr. Temple Grandin, hosted by the Sustainable Farming Association. We will begin the evening with a book signing with Dr. Temple Grandin at 7 PM, followed by a screening of An Open Door at 8 PM. Stick around after the film to enjoy a Q&A with Dr. Grandin and executive producer, John Festervand! It is free to attend. Register in advance to save your seat.
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Join us for a special evening with Dr. Temple Grandin!
We invite the community to a free book signing and documentary screening on Tuesday, March 3 at 7 PM at the Brau Performing Arts Center in Willmar.
Five people stand smiling behind a table with a bright green tablecloth. The tablecloth is branded with the Sustainable Farming Association's logo. There are numerous printed resources, case studies, and information from the Sustainable Farming Association spread across the table.
What a great day at the Central MN Farm Show! We have more free educational sessions in store for tomorrow, and we hope to see you there.
See the schedule: stcloudareachamber.com/central-mn-f...
Have you saved your seat at the Forage Council's winter meeting this Wednesday in Staples?
The workshop features Dallas Mount of Ranching For Profit, and is sure to be a valuable day of peer-to-peer learning and discussion. Don't miss out!
Learn more and register: sfa-mn.org/forage-counc...
Find everything you need to know and register at sfa-mn.org/midwest-graz...
This is a promotional graphic for the Sustainable Farming Association's Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit. The event will be held on March 3 & 4 2026 in Willmar, Minnesota. There is a photo of one of the keynote speakers, Keith Berns of Green Cover, on the graphic. He is wearing a black polo shirt with "Green Cover" embroidered on it and smiling for the camera.
The Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit is just a month away! We have a couple important updates:
1. The entire session schedule is now available online! Scope it out to see what's in store.
2. Discounted lodging in our room block is available through 2/9. Be sure to book your room ASAP.
Our biggest gathering of the year is THIS Saturday in St. Joseph!
Come for the camaraderie, stay for the wisdom of our sustainable ag community. We look forward to hosting you.
Register in advance: www.sfa-mn.org/conference
Farm Commons is a fantastic resource for farmers in Minnesota and beyond! You can read about some of their latest developments in this Morning Ag Clips article:
www.morningagclips.com/sustainable-...
If you grow, produce, transport, process, ship, deliver or otherwise use equipment/vehicles in MN food systems, check out this new grant to replace gas or diesel-powered equipment/vehicles with zero emission equipment + related infrastructure: www.pca.state.mn.us/air-water-la...
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Reminder: Apply for our Urban Farm Conservation Mini-grant by Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Up to $5,000 available for commercial urban farmers in Minnesota to implement conservation practices. 🌍 🚰
🔗 https://www.mda.state.mn.us/urban-farm-conservation-mini-grant
We hope you can join us in Willmar on March 3 & 4, 2026. Learn more and register at sfa-mn.org/midwest-graz...
This is a promotional graphic for the Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit. Dr. Temple Grandin stands in a field with mountains in the background. She is wearing her signature cowgirl shirt and scarf. Text reads: March 3 & 4, Willmar, MN, Featuring Dr. Temple Grandin. Photo by Rosalie Winard. Register at sfa-mn.org.
SFA Members: Today is your LAST DAY to get the Early Bird Deal when you register for the Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit!
Dr. Temple Grandin and Keith Berns will deliver powerful keynote and breakout sessions, alongside local graziers like Jason Luhman and Jason Cavadini. More TBA!
This is a graphic with a lot of text and a few pictures. The pictures show images of various farmers and agriculture professionals presenting and chatting. The text reads: "Sustainable Farming Association's Annual Conference. Saturday, February 7. College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph, Minnesota."
Join us in February for a full day of farmer-led education, networking, and camaraderie. Sessions to be announced soon!
Registration and sponsorship opportunities available on our website.
The Early Bird discount for SFA members ends Monday, December 8. Save your seat today!
sfa-mn.org/midwest-graz...
A herd of goats graze in a green pasture beneath trees. Text overlays the image that reads THANK YOU.
Thank you for your generosity this Give to the Max season. With memberships and gifts combined, 36 folks raised $7,200 for SFA! We are always thankful for your support. Have a lovely holiday week.
You can support farmers like Jayna by making a gift or becoming a member today for Give to the Max!
www.givemn.org/organization...
A smiling woman takes a selfie with several rows of green-filled raised garden beds behind her. Text reads: "Joining the SFA changed everything. It wasn't just a membership; it was instant access to two decades of proven local expertise. The education I received through their regional workshops --everything from advanced soil biology to direct-marketing strategies-- was immediately applicable. It cut years off my learning curve. -Jayna Larrea."
SFA is transforming agriculture, one farm at a time.
Since our beginning during the Farm Crisis of the 1980's, our farmer-led approach to education has supported farmers across the state in stewarding our land, air, and water while feeding their communities.
Take it from Jayna: SFA grows farmers.
A gift to SFA is an investment in small family farms. Will you help us reach our Give to the Max goal of $10,000 in gifts and memberships? You can give on our website or through our GiveMN page. We appreciate your support! 2/2
www.givemn.org/organization...
This is a picture of a smiling woman with long, dark hair in a blue vest standing next to a cow with long horns. They are in a pasture with trees. A quote reads: "I know that no matter where I live, I can count on SFA educational content and events to support me in producing healthy food and taking good care of our planet!" - Bianca Goncalves Da Costa. There is also a white SFA logo and Give to the Max logo on the photo.
SFA provides networking and support to farmers and growers throughout their farming journey. No matter the crop, soil type, or farm scale they might be working with, all of our work is focused on helping farmers succeed. 1/2
SFA members can get the Early Bird Deal through December 8. Register early and save $40!
sfa-mn.org/midwest-graz...
This is a promotional graphic for the Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit, hosted by the Sustainable Farming Association. There is a large picture of Dr. Temple Grandin standing in a field with her signature embroidered cowgirl shirt and a red scarf. The event takes place in Willmar, Minnesota on March 3rd and 4th. Registration is available at https://sfa-mn.org/midwest-grazing-and-soil-health-summit/
We are so pleased to announce that registration for the 2026 Midwest Soil Health Summit is OPEN!
Save your seat for impactful sessions with Dr. Temple Grandin, Keith Berns, Jared Luhman, Jason Cavadini, and more to be announced.
Announce Dr. Temple Grandin as a keynote speaker - check.
Announce Keith Berns of Green Cover Seed as our second keynote speaker - check.
Open registration for the 2026 Midwest Grazing & Soil Health Summit - check...out our website next week!
We hope you can join us March 3 & 4 in Willmar, Minn.
It's free to attend, and we'll provide the lunch! Weather permitting, we'll also get a field tour at Ryan & Michael Hough's nearby farm.
Register: sfa-mn.org/events/harve... 2/2
Join us in Barnesville on Tuesday for a hands-on, farmer-focused workshop celebrating the 2025 growing season and planning for a more profitable 2026. This event brings together local farmers, farm advisors, and practical tools that address real issues to your farms bottom line. 1/2
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It's here! Minnesota Grown’s annual Gift Guide is your go-to source for thoughtful, locally made gifts. Shop small, give big, and support Minnesota farmers and makers this holiday season 🎁✨
📲 Browse the 2025 Gift Guide now: MinnesotaGrown.com
#ShopLocal #MinnesotaGrown
There's a new Dirt Rich episode in your feed!
Episode 78: Integrating Crops and Livestock for Soil Health and Profitability features farmer Ryan Hough (Barnesville, Minn.) and Kim Melton of the Red River Basin Commission.
Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or at dirtrichmn.podbean.com
Recommended reading from our Farmer Education Director, Jonathan Kilpatrick: a @umnextension.bsky.social research brief on the economics of crop and livestock integration.
www.morningagclips.com/research-bri...
Who's the next speaker on the Midwest Grazing & Health Summit slate? 👀
Find out in our e-newsletter, CONNECT, on Wednesday! Sign up in the bottom right of our website.
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