Small Grain Markets Workshop
On Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025, the Land Stewardship Project hosted an all-day Small Grain Markets Workshop to give producers confidence and practical know-how into raising and selling other crops.
Once a staple of farms across the Corn Belt, small grains have nearly disappeared from the landscape—along with the markets and infrastructure farmers need to support them. This makes it challenging, even for innovative farmers, to reintroduce small grains into their operations.
Questions? Contact
-Shea-Lynn Ramthun, LSP Soil Health Organizer, at slramthun@landstewardshipproject.org
Meet Our Featured Speakers:
Bob Quinn, Kamut International
Bob Quinn’s roots run deep into the rich soil of Big Sandy, Montana, where he returned after earning a PhD in plant biochemistry from UC Davis to apply his scientific knowledge to the family farm. Bob Quinn’s vision extends beyond agriculture, embodying a holistic approach where local minimal processing, community, health, and education intertwine to redefine success in farming.
By championing the idea that every grain and every harvest should enhance health, Bob has positioned The Quinn Institute as a leader in transforming agriculture into a health-giving enterprise.
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Roy Pfaltzgraff, Pfz Farms
Roy Pfaltzgraff is the current head of PFZ Farms in Colorado. PFZ Farms’ mission is to help educate fellow producers and consumers about how food is grown and to provide high-quality products for their community. The third-generation family farm produces quality agricultural products with sustainable methods for a healthier world. While they produce a number of dry-land crops, they also have a number of smaller production focuses that support their overall vision of a regenerative farm.
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Landon Plagge, Green Acres Milling
Landon holds nearly 30 years of hands-on farming experience growing corn, soybeans, livestock, and oats, as well as managing a grain handling facility, stewarding 1 million bushels of grain annually. Landon studied Investment Banking at Bentley College and holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Northern Iowa. Landon brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in sustainable farming practices and crop rotation, and frequently shares his experiences to help others improve their own practices. He is also one of the founders of Green Acres Milling, a farmer owned oat processing facility under construction in Albert Lea, MN.
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