Minnesota state policy

Take Action TODAY! Tell Legislators to Vote “YES” for Agriculture Bill

Less Than 36 Hours Left in 2026 Legislative Session

NOTE: A vote was taken on this bill earlier than expected today (May 16) and unfortunately it was voted down. These provisions will not move forward this year. Thanks to everyone who contacted their legislators.   There are less than 36 hours left in this year’s Minnesota legislative session, and we still do not have…  Read More

Nitrate’s Day at the Capitol

Special Oversight Hearing Highlights a Key Question: Who Pays for Pollution?

How critical is nitrogen to raising corn in the Midwest? Well, consider the fact that farmers feel compelled to pay for it, even at a time when the war with Iran is sending prices to dizzying heights during the 2026 planting season. The agronomic value of nitrogen became clear during a special oversight hearing held…  Read More

Want to Learn How to Share Your Story With Lawmakers?

Get Prepped for LSP's 2026 Family Farm Breakfast & Lobby Day

The Land Stewardship Project’s annual Family Farm Breakfast & Lobby Day (being held March 11 this year) offers an opportunity to share our vision for a better farm and food system with lawmakers and move our legislative agenda forward. Having strong lobby meetings with your elected officials makes a difference! It’s how we get more legislators…  Read More

Ear to the Ground 382: No Offseason

LSP’s Local Democracy Challenge is a reminder that we can’t allow democracy to grow dormant between elections. More Information • LSP’s Local Democracy Challenge Web Page • Land Stewardship Action • Ear to the Ground Podcast 341 Featuring Land Stewardship Action You can find LSP Ear to the Ground podcast episodes on Spotify, Pandora, iTunes, YouTube,…  Read More