Ryan is seeking a farmer to rent 16 pastured acres in Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin. The acres are fenced in, there are small outbuildings, and a small open air barn. There is no housing. $300- $400/ month rent and the acres are available immediately.
Steve Loucks is seeking farmland in the Wisconsin Driftless area. Steve is an organic farmer looking to rent small/medium acreage in the Driftless for produce and perennials like strawberries and herbs… Does not have to be certifiable. Some pasture to run chicken tractors and/or sheep would be nice. Some sort of small off-grid dwelling would… Read More →
Katherine is seeking 10 acres of farmland to rent or buy. Housing is necessary (fenced in yard would be great) and having outbuildings is preferred. Available 3/31/26.
Since the 2023 session of the Minnesota Legislature ended last May, Land Stewardship Project members have been celebrating our historic wins and preparing to build upon them during the 2024 session, which begins Monday, Feb. 12. This past summer and fall, LSP organizers engaged in hundreds of one-to-one and group conversations with LSP members, supporters,… Read More →
While recording a recent LSP podcast interview with southwest Minnesota farmer Carmen Fernholz, I was reminded of how important it is that farmers identify closely with the land they’re producing a livelihood from. As Fernholz put it: “If you’re a good farmer you can’t help but become attached to the land. And when you become… Read More →
As the clock struck midnight on Sunday, the Minnesota Legislature concluded its 2024 session. During the past few months, lawmakers primarily focused on revenue-neutral policy changes and some targeted funding of specific programs. During the session, Land Stewardship Project members made some progress on advancing our priorities and built a strong foundation to hit the… Read More →
Garret is seeking 80 tillable acres to rent in Minnesota. No house is necessary.
Patrick is seeking 10 pasture acres to rent in Minnesota. No house is needed, water would be a plus but not a deal breaker. Available 4/1/26.
Rachel is seeking to rent or buy 100 acres (pasture, tillable, and forest) in Minnesota. Rachel is interested in a house along with additional outbuildings. Not required, but Rachel would like fencing, zoning that allows for multiple dwelling units and a petting zoo, and water on land.
Do you own farmland and want to make sure it is taken care of using good stewardship practices? Two “Managing for Stewardship” workshops are being presented in Minnesota this winter by the Land Stewardship Project (LSP) and the Upper Mississippi Region of the League of Women Voters. These workshops are for farmland owners, retired farm… Read More →
