WASHINGTON, D.C. — Minnesota farmers traveled to the nation’s capital last week with a clear message for lawmakers: the federal government is creating a situation that makes it next to impossible to farm in a manner that’s economically viable, agronomically resilient and sustainable in the long term. “There’s a lot of volatility in farming these… Read More →
Scott is seeking a farmer to rent or buy one acre in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, Otter Tail County. This is a small urban farm within the city limits. Most of the property has a chain link fence surrounding it. Currently there are sixty-six 25’x30′ beds that have been built with 18′ wood chip paths in-between.… Read More →
Stacie is seeking a farmer to rent 2 acres (one tillable, one pasture) in Pine City, Minnesota. There is a brand new 21×80 hoop house available. The area is fenced in electric if needed. No chemicals have been used on the land for 9 years. There is access to cow manure if interested and access… Read More →
Andie is seeking 10 acres (6 tillable- organic or not been sprayed preferred) to buy in Iowa or Illinois. A home on-site would be ideal and at least one outbuilding, but there is flexibility if there is enough land to build and the sale price reflects this. At least some utilities would be a plus:… Read More →
Farmers Focus on Local Markets (1/31/26) The Tri-State Neighbor reports on a meeting in Rochester, Minn., where farmers and others gathered to discuss practical ways of diversifying the corn-soybean duo-culture that dominates Midwestern agriculture. Highlights: The “Beyond Exports” meeting, which was hosted by LSP, featured farmer-presenters who are in various stages of utilizing small grains,… Read More →
2026 Western Minnesota Food Forum Monday, February 23, 2026 Oyate Hall, University of Minnesota-Morris in Morris, Minn. Farm to School Roadshow 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Note: The Farm to School Roadshow is optional and requires separate registration found here. Head to Morris early and join the Land Stewardship Project, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, and the…
The Land Stewardship Project is excited to gather again to build a vision for our region’s food system at the 2026 Western Minnesota Food Forum on Monday, Feb. 23, in Morris, Minn. The Western Minnesota Food Forum brings together local food advocates to listen, learn, and coordinate around local food market opportunities in western Minnesota.…
Eric is seeking an internship. He grew up on a farm in Mentor, Minnesota and is looking to work in a greenhouse and do farm labor. CSA vegetable production, using farm tools and whole farm planning are interests.
Zach is seeking an internship. His farming experience is casual so far raising peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and some various herbs- no true farming experience yet. Zach has a passion for growing sustainable food and finds it inspirational. Zach would like to have roughly an acre to grow peppers and tomatoes with companion plants, as well… Read More →
Gaye is seeking a farmer to buy 37 certified organic tillable acres in Douglas County, Minnesota. There is no house but roads on two sides. Available 1/31/26
