The call came in the night. On the end of the line was the panicked voice of Tyler Carlson, a 26-year-old beginning farmer who was starting a grazing operation in west-central Minnesota. It seems that while making a long-distance move of the cowherd he had just purchased a few days before, a baby calf had… Read More →
The call came in the night. On the end of the line was the panicked voice of Tyler Carlson, a 26-year-old beginning farmer who was starting a grazing operation in west-central Minnesota. It seems that while making a long-distance move of the cowherd he had just purchased a few days before, a baby calf had… Read More →
LANESBORO, Minn. — The impacts on rural communities of unprecedented consolidation in agriculture and what local citizens can do to address this issue will be the focus of a Land Stewardship Project (LSP) panel discussion Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Lanesboro Community Center (202 Parkway Ave. South). To reserve… Read More →
Benjamin is seeking 3- 10 acres (tillable, pasture, forest) in Northwestern Wisconsin/ East Central Minnesota. He has more than 15 years experience in vegetable production and seed development. This emerging farmer is ready to begin his own venture. Benjamin is passionate about sustainable agriculture, soil health, and land management. Seeking a homestead for organic and… Read More →
Myron is seeking a farmer to buy 35 acres (17 tillable, 12 pasture and 6 other) in Eagle Bend, Minnesota. There is a 32X40 2 bay shop, 200 amp panel, plumbed for floor heat with Internal, a 16X20 insulated and heated shop, a 14X26 stick framed greenhouse with working electricity (in need of clear glazing… Read More →
Emily is seeking 20 acres (pasture and tillable) to buy in Minnesota. She is looking for land and a house south of the Metro between Lonsdale and Red Wing MN to start a regenerative U-pick orchard, pumpkin patch and Christmas tree farm. Emily is ready 8/13/25.
Jesse is seeking 5 acres (pasture, tillable, forest) to buy in Minnesota. Jesse is looking for homestead southwest of the metro that is within 35 minutes of Woodbury, MN. 5 acres is preferred but can do with less if the township allows animals like goats and sheep. Would be ready by 9/1/25.
LEWISTON, Minn. — Farming has always required adaptability, and today’s changing weather patterns are creating new challenges and opportunities. Commodity crop and small grain growers are invited to participate in a summer program where they can learn how to prepare their operations for unpredictable, extreme weather events. This program is being offered by the Land… Read More →
LSP members and allies spoke out during the 2025 session of the Minnesota Legislature. It paid off in the form of support for local food markets, farmland access, and soil health. More Information • Blog: Wrap-up of 2025 Legislative Session • LSP’s State Policy Web Page You can find LSP Ear to the Ground podcast… Read More →
ALTURA, Minn. — How one farm is utilizing rotational grazing and diversity to return cattle to the land will be the focus of a field day Wednesday, June 25, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Hoosier Ridge Ranch in Altura (15998 County Road 26). This field day, which is sponsored by the Land Stewardship… Read More →
