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LSP’s organic initiative at the University of Minnesota.
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Organic farming research comes of age.
Driftless Grazing School June 28-29 in SE MN
CALEDONIA, Minn. — An in-depth, two-day, school for livestock graziers who want to take their skills to the next level will be held June 28-29 near Caledonia, Minn. Jordan and Rachelle Meyer of Wholesome Family Farms will host this Land Stewardship Project (LSP) workshop. There is no charge for the Driftless Grazing School, but pre-registration… Read More →
The Fifth R
A 'Generational Urban Farmer' Looks to Build Community Resilience
On a warm, overcast day in early fall, a low line of shrubby trees blocks the view of a seemingly empty lot on Penn Avenue, a busy thoroughfare in the Willard-Hay Neighborhood of North Minneapolis. A television with a cracked screen lays in some weeds at the edge of the lot, a reminder that if… Read More →
Stand with Emerging & BIPOC Farmers Today
Key Senate Hearing Monday, April 8
We wanted to reach out to fill you in on what is going on at the Minnesota Legislature when it comes to the prioritization of emerging farmers in Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and Rural Finance Authority (RFA) programs. While we laid out the full context in this blog, here are the top five things… Read More →
Farmers Invited to Explore New Markets & Farm-to-School Opportunities March 14 in Montevideo
MONTEVIDEO, Minn. — As farmers gear up for the growing season, the Land Stewardship Project (LSP) invites them to attend the 2nd Annual Regional Food Forum, which will focus on farm-to-school initiatives and expanding local food markets. The event will be Thursday, March 14, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Montevideo Community Center, 550… Read More →
LSP Applauds Sen. Klobuchar’s Support of Whole Farm Revenue Protection Improvement Act
Legislation Would Expand Insurance Access to Farmers Historically Left Out of Federal Program
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Members of the Land Stewardship Project (LSP) today applauded the recent announcement that U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D – MN) has signed on as a co-author of the Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) Improvement Act. If incorporated into the next Farm Bill, this legislation would expand insurance access to farmers historically left out… Read More →
LSP Says State Work Plan Falls Short in Addressing Nitrate Pollution in SE MN
Focus Should be on Promoting Water-Friendly Farming Systems, Not the Status Quo
LEWISTON, Minn. — A work plan submitted by Minnesota state agencies to address nitrate pollution in southeastern Minnesota does not address the root cause of the problem and instead relies on pre-existing programs that have shown little evidence of success thus far, said members of the Land Stewardship Project (LSP). “We know that we can… Read More →
Farmland for Sale: Wisconsin (Northwest)
Isaiah has 42 acres of land (pasture and other) available in Ridgeland, WI, Dunn County. There are animal shelters, a chicken coop, greenhouse, and woodshed. Lots of fencing, John Deere 3020 with loader tiller and attachments and option to keep the cows. Nice 4 bedroom home wood stove. Isaiah is asking $325,000 and the land… Read More →