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March 2023

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Wednesday March 1 1
  • 9:00 am – 3:00 pm LSP Peer-to-Peer Regenerative Ag Workshop
    Wednesday March 1
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    LSP Peer-to-Peer Regenerative Ag Workshop

    Hear the latest insights from three of the region’s leading regenerative farmers — Tom Cotter, Martin Larsen, and Tom Finnegan — as they tackle successful approaches to plants, animals, and machinery for regenerative system success.

    The day’s topics and tasks will provide great foundations of fresh insight and information, as well as tools to use for planning, monitoring, and tracking. No matter where you’re starting from, you’ll leave prepared to dive deeper into having more covered acres, more regenerative principles actively engaged, and better productivity and profitability.

    In addition, a panel of regional farmer-leaders will cover topics through brief presentations and ample time for Q & A.

    For details and to register, click here. You can also contact LSP’s Maura Curry at mcurry@landstewardshipproject.org or 651-249-6308.

Thursday March 2 2
  • All Day Midwest Covers & Grains Conference
    Thursday March 2
    Midwest Covers & Grains Conference

    What was formerly the Small Grains Conference and the Cover Crop Boot Camp is now one event: the Midwest Covers and Grains Conference.This regional Midwestern conference brings together farmers, supply chain buyers, and researchers to promote successful farming with extended rotations and cover crops. The conference includes opportunities to network with small grains and cover crops buyers and sellers, and will have sessions for cover crop beginners and experienced practitioners.

    For more information and to register, click here.

  • 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm LSP Farm Transition Planning Course: Session 6
    Thursday March 2
    5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    LSP Farm Transition Planning Course: Session 6

    …Are you a farm family or landowner thinking about the future or next steps for your farm?

    …Are you interested in planning for the next generation of farmers on your land?

    …Do you have a spouse/partner helping to make these decisions? Are you both on the same page?

    …Are you ready to begin the planning process but don’t know where to start?

    THE WORKSHOPS WILL FOCUS ON: 

    • Values and Vision;  
    • Financial,  tax, and legal considerations; 
    • Options for farm transitions; 
    • Resources to guide the planning process,
    • Communication tools. 

    YOU WILL COME AWAY WITH:

    • Tools to use that will help gain clarity around your future planning
    • Next steps toward creating a farm transition plan
    • Ideas and advice from other farmers and professionals 
    • Networks and support to continue to share and learn
    • Individualized support

    Session One: Thursday, Jan. 26: The focus will be on values and vision. In addition, we will be getting to know one another, discussing expectations for the course, and understanding where folks are in the transition planning process.

    Session Two: Thursday, Feb. 2: The focus will be on financial planning. Presenter Joy Kirkpatrick, a Succession Outreach Specialist for the University of Wisconsin Center for Dairy Profitability, will share her 29 years of experience working with farm families as they assess their financial needs for retirement and how that impacts their farm transition.

    Session Three: Thursday, Feb. 9: The focus will be on legal issues in planning a farm transition. Jason Wagner, an attorney with Wagner Oehler Ltd., will share his experience and knowledge regarding legal aspects that need to be considered when planning a farm transition.

    Session Four: Thursday, Feb. 16: The focus will be on communications and intergenerational considerations which are critical to a successful farm transition and that are often overlooked.

    Session Five: Thursday, Feb. 23: The focus will be on long -term care issues. Kate Graham, an attorney with an elder law focus, will share her knowledge and experience of what needs to be considered when planning long-term care and how a farm transition can be impacted.  

    Session Six: Thursday, March 2: The focus will be on integrating all that has been discussed and sharing resources (people, organizations, and materials) that are available to help continue the farm transition planning process. The goal is for each family to create individual next steps to continue the farm transition planning process once the course is over.

    To register, click here.

Friday March 3 3
Saturday March 4 4
Sunday March 5 5
Monday March 6 6
  • All Day Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience
    Monday March 6 – Wednesday March 8
    Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience

    A grassroots alliance of farmers, farmworkers and farmer allies will be heading to Washington D.C. during the week of March 6 with a singular ask for policymakers: make climate change policy a priority in the 2023 Farm Bill.

    Led by the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), Farm Aid, and supported by an alliance of organizations, the event aims to bring a mass mobilization of producers to the Capitol, reminiscent of the 1979 Tractorcade. With the next Farm Bill on the docket for the 118th Congress, farmers, ranchers, and advocates want legislators to address the severe challenges facing the farming community due to the climate crisis. The next Farm Bill needs to explicitly empower farmers to tackle climate change by providing resources, assistance, and incentives that will allow them to lead the way in implementing proven climate solutions.

    For details, click here.

  • 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
    Monday March 6
    3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
    Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course

    This Northeast Wisconsin Technical College course is for produce growers who want to navigate the best food safety practices for growing vegetable produce. It is for farmers who need to comply with this FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) requirement:

    At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food and safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.”  

    Upon completion of the course, you will receive an AFDO/PSA certificate verifying that you fulfilled the requirements of the training. The cost of the certification is covered by Wisconsin Farmers Union.  

    For more information, click here.

    Registration: Enroll in class #22701. Call or text NWTC at 1-888-385-6982 for help enrolling or go to this link: https://www.nwtc.edu/admissions-and-aid/contact-nwtc.

Tuesday March 7 7
  • All Day Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience
    Monday March 6 – Wednesday March 8
    Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience

    A grassroots alliance of farmers, farmworkers and farmer allies will be heading to Washington D.C. during the week of March 6 with a singular ask for policymakers: make climate change policy a priority in the 2023 Farm Bill.

    Led by the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), Farm Aid, and supported by an alliance of organizations, the event aims to bring a mass mobilization of producers to the Capitol, reminiscent of the 1979 Tractorcade. With the next Farm Bill on the docket for the 118th Congress, farmers, ranchers, and advocates want legislators to address the severe challenges facing the farming community due to the climate crisis. The next Farm Bill needs to explicitly empower farmers to tackle climate change by providing resources, assistance, and incentives that will allow them to lead the way in implementing proven climate solutions.

    For details, click here.

  • 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers
    Tuesday March 7
    9:00 am – 12:30 pm
    Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers

    MISA, UMN Extension, and Renewing the Countryside are offering training and one-to-one technical assistance for farmers who want to grow their operation into wholesale markets. Wholesale isn’t just for large-scale distributors. You can use this training and support team to prepare to sell to schools, restaurants, grocery stores, and hospitals in your community. Participating farmers will be eligible for $500 mini-grants to cover expenses related to launching a wholesale enterprise. 

    For details, click here.

Wednesday March 8 8
  • All Day Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience
    Monday March 6 – Wednesday March 8
    Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience

    A grassroots alliance of farmers, farmworkers and farmer allies will be heading to Washington D.C. during the week of March 6 with a singular ask for policymakers: make climate change policy a priority in the 2023 Farm Bill.

    Led by the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), Farm Aid, and supported by an alliance of organizations, the event aims to bring a mass mobilization of producers to the Capitol, reminiscent of the 1979 Tractorcade. With the next Farm Bill on the docket for the 118th Congress, farmers, ranchers, and advocates want legislators to address the severe challenges facing the farming community due to the climate crisis. The next Farm Bill needs to explicitly empower farmers to tackle climate change by providing resources, assistance, and incentives that will allow them to lead the way in implementing proven climate solutions.

    For details, click here.

  • Midwest Soil Health Summit
    Wednesday March 8 – Thursday March 9
    Midwest Soil Health Summit

    This two-day Sustainable Farming Association soil health event features presentations from both local and national experts, including Elaine Ingham and Dave Brandt. Also set to appear are Gene Goven, Anna Cates, Kent Solberg, and Doug Voss. The cost is $150 for members and $200 for nonmembers.


    For more information and to register, click here.

  • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Expanding Local Food Sales at the Madison Mercantile
    Wednesday March 8
    7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Expanding Local Food Sales at the Madison Mercantile

    Starting in January 2023, a group of about 20 people have met the first Wednesday of each month to explore and discuss opportunities for expanding local food aggregation, processing, and sales at the Madison Mercantile. Join us for the next planning session onWednesday, March 8, starting at 7 p.m., at the Madison Mercantile.

    For more information, contact LSP’s Scott DeMuth at sdemuth@landstewardshipproject.org.

Thursday March 9 9
  • All Day Midwest Soil Health Summit
    Wednesday March 8 – Thursday March 9
    Midwest Soil Health Summit

    This two-day Sustainable Farming Association soil health event features presentations from both local and national experts, including Elaine Ingham and Dave Brandt. Also set to appear are Gene Goven, Anna Cates, Kent Solberg, and Doug Voss. The cost is $150 for members and $200 for nonmembers.


    For more information and to register, click here.

Friday March 10 10
Saturday March 11 11
  • 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Fruit Tree Grafting Class
    Saturday March 11
    9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Fruit Tree Grafting Class

    In this class we will teach you how to propagate your own apple trees. We will discuss the time-tested techniques of fruit tree grafting, including grafting tools, timing, proper scions and rootstocks. Attendees will practice what they learn by “whip and tongue” grafting different varieties of apple trees using modern day rootstocks.

    Each participant will take home three newly grafted apple trees to be planted on your own property. Additional rootstocks available for purchase at class. All materials and tools will be provided for the workshop. You can bring your own grafting knife if you prefer. We will bring a variety of apple tree scions to the workshop for grafting.

    Optional: Bring scions of your favorite old apple tree if you would like to graft these at the class. (Call John, 507-439-6541, for tips how to properly collect scions.)

    Registration must be paid in advance. For more information and to register, click here.

    You Bring:

    • Large trash bag and pot/bucket to take your grafts home in.
    • Lunch or snack for yourself.
    • Cash/check for additional rootstock purchase ($3 each).

    Learn from John Knisley, of Alternative Roots Farm, a certified organic orchardist with 12 years of experience in the orchard.

Sunday March 12 12
Monday March 13 13
Tuesday March 14 14
Wednesday March 15 15
  • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Community Food Webs Learning Circle: Building Market Power for Farmers
    Wednesday March 15
    7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Community Food Webs Learning Circle: Building Market Power for Farmers

    Building strong community food networks where we live can move us powerfully toward our vision for functioning local and regional systems that support regenerative farming and provide all people with the nourishing foods they want and need. To explore how communities around the country are making this happen, in March LSP is hosting three learning circles focused on the book Building Community Food Webs, by Ken Meter.

    Join us for just one session, or all three! Each session we’ll gather on Zoom for two hours — beginning at 7 p.m. — to discuss major themes from the book and generate ideas for our own communities.

    Reserve your spot by signing up on our website:https://landstewardshipproject.org/learning-circles. Questions about getting signed up? Reach out to LSP’s Elizabeth Makarewicz at EMakarewicz@landstewardshipproject.org.

Thursday March 16 16
Friday March 17 17
Saturday March 18 18
Sunday March 19 19
  • 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm 'Jam for the Land' LSP Fundraiser
    Sunday March 19
    2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
    'Jam for the Land' LSP Fundraiser

    You’re invited to join other Land Stewardship Project members and supporters from the area atIsland City Brewingin Winona for an open mic music and social event thisSunday, March 19, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    This month, the H3O Jazz Trio will be raising money for LSPat the Island City Brewing Company (65 E. Front St. Winona, MN 55987).

    These monthly jam sessions regularly sponsor a local nonprofit and all donations made are tripled, with matching funds from H3O and Island City. There is anopen mic, so everyone is encouraged to bring an instrument to join in the fun (bring your own instrument)!And if you’re not a musician, just come and enjoy the great music and company.This is a family friendly event and all are welcome.

    Everyone wishing to sing, play, or cheer on their friends is welcome join the H3O Jazz Trio at Island City Brewing Company’s monthly Jazz Jam! The brewery follows current CDC guidelines, and all equipment will be sanitized between performers.

    Interested players can choose their tunes from a wide selection. Music is available from the Hal Leonard Real Book series; bring your own music, or just name that tune!

    Come early to enjoy a beverage in Island City’s spacious taproom and enjoy an afternoon of great jazz with the H3O Jazz Trio — all while showing your support for our community!

    Facebook Event:https://fb.me/e/KfdxVR0E

Monday March 20 20
Tuesday March 21 21
  • 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers
    Tuesday March 21
    9:00 am – 12:30 pm
    Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers

    MISA, UMN Extension, and Renewing the Countryside are offering training and one-to-one technical assistance for farmers who want to grow their operation into wholesale markets. Wholesale isn’t just for large-scale distributors. You can use this training and support team to prepare to sell to schools, restaurants, grocery stores, and hospitals in your community. Participating farmers will be eligible for $500 mini-grants to cover expenses related to launching a wholesale enterprise. 

    For details, click here.

Wednesday March 22 22
  • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Community Food Webs Learning Circle: Building Equity & Investing in Traditional, Indigenous Culture & Practices for Food Production, Health & Spirituality
    Wednesday March 22
    7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Community Food Webs Learning Circle: Building Equity & Investing in Traditional, Indigenous Culture & Practices for Food Production, Health & Spirituality

    Building strong community food networks where we live can move us powerfully toward our vision for functioning local and regional systems that support regenerative farming and provide all people with the nourishing foods they want and need. To explore how communities around the country are making this happen, in March LSP is hosting three learning circles focused on the book Building Community Food Webs, by Ken Meter.

    Join us for just one session, or all three! Each session we’ll gather on Zoom for two hours — beginning at 7 p.m. — to discuss major themes from the book and generate ideas for our own communities.

    Reserve your spot by signing up on our website:https://landstewardshipproject.org/learning-circles. Questions about getting signed up? Reach out to LSP’s Elizabeth Makarewicz at EMakarewicz@landstewardshipproject.org.

Thursday March 23 23
  • 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Ranching for Profit Workshop: 3 Secrets for Increasing Your Profit
    Thursday March 23
    9:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Ranching for Profit Workshop: 3 Secrets for Increasing Your Profit

    Improving your farm business takes rolling up your sleeves and getting to work … not just IN your business, but ON it too. The Land Stewardship Project is hosting Ranch Management Consultant Dave Pratt, who will give workshop participants insights into threetools for improvingfarm profit. Dave won’t just be presenting information — you can expect plenty of small group interaction, case studies, videos, direct application to yourown situation and a healthy dose of humorto be used throughout the workshop.

    You will learn:

    ● How to transform your farm into a successful business.
    ● The difference between economics vs. finance and why economics always comes first.
    ● The three things that youcan do to increase profit on your farm.
    ● How to identify theweak links and profit-drivers in your business.

    Please register by March 17.

    For more information and to register, click here.

  • 10:30 am – 3:00 pm LSP Upper Minnesota River Food Forum in Montevideo, MN
    Thursday March 23
    10:30 am – 3:00 pm
    LSP Upper Minnesota River Food Forum in Montevideo, MN

    Building strong community food networks where we live can move us powerfully toward our vision for functioning local and regional food systems that support regenerative farming and provide all people with the nourishing foods they want and need. To celebrate and explore how our local community is making this happen, the Land Stewardship Project will be hosting a Regional Food Forum to celebrate and grow our local foodshed. The Food Forum will be held at Table Two Twelve Chophouse, 4490 US-212, Montevideo, MN 56265.

    Local food advocates, producers, and professionals will gather for panels, break-out sessions, and activities. Lunch will be served and an optional social hour will follow the event. There will be limited space available, so be sure to register here by March 17 and save the date for Thursday, March 23.

  • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Thursday March 23
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!

    For more information and to register, click here.

  • 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Thursday March 23
    6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!


    For more information and to register, click here.

Friday March 24 24
  • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Friday March 24
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!

    For more information and to register, click here.

Saturday March 25 25
  • 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Rural Healthcare Roundtable & Public Forum in Marshall, MN
    Saturday March 25
    2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Rural Healthcare Roundtable & Public Forum in Marshall, MN

    Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy will lead a public discussion on what’s needed for quality and affordable rural healthcare.

Sunday March 26 26
Monday March 27 27
  • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm MinnesotaCare Public Option: Virtual Information Session
    Monday March 27
    6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
    MinnesotaCare Public Option: Virtual Information Session

    Every Minnesotan deserves quality, affordable healthcare. But right now, too many Minnesotans have no choice but to purchase health insurance that is too expensive to use, are excluded from health coverage because of their immigration status, or are unable to leave their job or start a business because of the high cost of health insurance.

    The MinnesotaCare Public Option (HF96/SF49) proposed this legislative session would allow more Minnesotans the option of buying into MinnesotaCare, paying a premium based on their income.

    Join Minnesotans across the state for a virtual information session to learn more about the MinnesotaCare Public Option being considered at the state Capitol, and what YOU can do to help pass it this year.

    The virtual webinar will be held on Zoom. Registration is required here.

    The co-hosts of this meeting are: TakeAction Minnesota, Rural Organizing Project, the Land Stewardship Project, and more. For more information, click here.

Tuesday March 28 28
Wednesday March 29 29
  • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Community Foods Webs Learning Circle: Changing How We Think About Food System Economics
    Wednesday March 29
    7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Community Foods Webs Learning Circle: Changing How We Think About Food System Economics


    Building strong community food networks where we live can move us powerfully toward our vision for functioning local and regional systems that support regenerative farming and provide all people with the nourishing foods they want and need. To explore how communities around the country are making this happen, in March LSP is hosting three learning circles focused on the book Building Community Food Webs, by Ken Meter.

    Join us for just one session, or all three! Each session we’ll gather on Zoom for two hours — beginning at 7 p.m. — to discuss major themes from the book and generate ideas for our own communities.

    Reserve your spot by signing up on our website:https://landstewardshipproject.org/learning-circles. Questions about getting signed up? Reach out to LSP’s Elizabeth Makarewicz at EMakarewicz@landstewardshipproject.org.

Thursday March 30 30
Friday March 31 31

April 2023

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Saturday April 1 1
Sunday April 2 2
Monday April 3 3
Tuesday April 4 4
  • 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers
    Tuesday April 4
    9:00 am – 12:30 pm
    Wholesale Readiness Training for Farmers

    MISA, UMN Extension and Renewing the Countryside are offering training and one-to-one technical assistance for farmers who want to grow their operation into wholesale markets. Wholesale isn’t just for large-scale distributors. You can use this training and support team to prepare to sell to schools, restaurants, grocery stores and hospitals in your community. Participating farmers will be eligible for $500 mini-grants to cover expenses related to launching a wholesale enterprise. 

    For details, click here.

Wednesday April 5 5
Thursday April 6 6
  • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Thursday April 6
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!

    For more information and to register, click here.

  • 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Thursday April 6
    6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!

    For more information and to register, click here.

Friday April 7 7
  • 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training
    Friday April 7
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
    Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Training

    Join LSP to prepare for the 2023 Family Farm Breakfast Lobby Day on April 13! The training will be an opportunity to prepare how we will influence our elected officials to win real change on key LSP issues like soil health and climate solutions, healthcare reform, taking on corporate consolidation in agriculture, and more. This training will include: background on your legislators; templates for a legislative meeting; workshopping how to share our stories in a powerful, concise way; logistics; and more!

    For more information and to register, click here.

Saturday April 8 8
  • 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Networking Event for Landowners & Land Seekers
    Saturday April 8
    1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
    Networking Event for Landowners & Land Seekers

    Are you a beginning farmer looking for land?
    Are you a landowner interested in transitioning to the next generation?

    Please join Farmland Access Hub members the Land Stewardship Project, Renewing the Countryside, Marbleseed and others for an educational and networking event.

    WHEN: Saturday, April 8, 1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
    WHERE:Spring Valley High School Library, S1450 County Rd. Cc, Spring Valley, WI 54767

    WHAT:

    • Talk with experienced Farmland Access Navigators about the various kinds of support the Hub can provide.
    • Learn about financing options and alternative methods of accessing land.
    • Learn more about agricultural conservation easements to protect farmland into the future.
    • Network with farmers/aspiring farmers and landowners in the western Wisconsin/eastern Minnesota area.
    • Tour a local farm that may be interested in transitioning to an emerging farmer.

    Light refreshments will be provided by Memonomie Market Food Co-op.

    Following the meet ‘n greet, interested participants can take a short drive to the farm for a tour (weather permitting) or head to downtown Spring Valley, Wis., for food and drinks and continued networking.

    This event is free and open to the public, although we do request that you RSVP by e-mailing Bonnie Warndahl atbonnie@rtcinfo.org.

Sunday April 9 9
Monday April 10 10
Tuesday April 11 11
Wednesday April 12 12
Thursday April 13 13
  • 7:00 am – 9:00 am 2023 Family Farm Breakfast & Lobby Day
    Thursday April 13
    7:00 am – 9:00 am
    2023 Family Farm Breakfast & Lobby Day

    Join us for the Best Breakfast in Town! Gather with hundreds of Land Stewardship Project members and supporters, partners, and public officials over a delicious meal featuring locally-sourced products from LSP members’ farms. Hear directly from LSP members about the issues LSP is working on and how we’re organizing for change. Stay for our Lobby Day to meet with your Minnesota Senator, Representative, and other public officials.

    Tickets
    Family Farm Breakfast tickets are $15. Family Farm Breakfast mugs are $15. A new or renewed basic LSP membership is $35.

    • This year, we are upgrading our famous Family Farm Breakfast mugs. Rather than purchasing a limited amount of mugs and offering them for free, we are making them available for purchase and guaranteeing that we will have enough for all who order one!

    • To ensure public health, we are offering the meal in two shifts: 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. The program will run during both of those shifts. When not eating, there will be other space for mingling and visiting with others.

    • By purchasing both a Family Farm Breakfast ticket and a mug, you will save $5. By purchasing both a Family Farm Breakfast ticket and a new or renewed LSP membership, you will save $5. By purchasing a Family Farm Breakfast ticket, a mug, and a new or renewed basic LSP membership, you will save $10.

    Lobby
    Lobby meetings and meetings with public officials will begin around 10 a.m. Please let us know below if you are staying for lobbying. It is highly encouraged! There will be several training options offered prior to the Lobby Day, including time to strategize with others in your district. We will also offer a day-of training for those unable to attend a training beforehand. If you plan to stay, please let us know if there is a time that you must leave by so we can try to arrange meetings times that work for you.

    To register and purchase a ticket, click here.

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Saturday April 15 15
Sunday April 16 16
Monday April 17 17
Tuesday April 18 18
Wednesday April 19 19
Thursday April 20 20
Friday April 21 21
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  • 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Land Access: Are You Ready?
    Saturday April 29
    10:00 am – 12:00 pm
    Land Access: Are You Ready?

    This workshop is designed with the understanding that accessing land is one of the most complex financial decisions a farmer will make. If you are a new or aspiring farmer, this workshop will help you with strategies and tools to approach your land access journey with confidence.You’ll engage in participatory activities as well as hear directly from farmers about the creative land access methods they have used to secure land tenure. There will be resource people on hand to provide guidance and understanding about financing options, easements, and zoning, to name a few. Finally, you’ll be equipped with additional resources and programs to help you plan for, find, and afford farmland.

    To register, click here.

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  • 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm LSP Twin Cities Cookout & Potluck
    Thursday July 27
    6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    LSP Twin Cities Cookout & Potluck

    Join fellow LSP members and supporters for an evening of fun, fellowship, and food! We are bringing the potluck back this year, so please bring a dish to pass. LSP will also provide grilled meats/veggie protein, buns, condiments, and drinks. To RSVP, keep an eye on our website for a registration form live by mid-April.

    For details, contact LSP’s Elizabeth Makarewicz atemakarewicz@landstewardshipproject.orgwith questions or to donate to our silent auction or pie raffle. Hope to see you there!

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  • All Day Early Bird Discount Registration Deadline for LSP's Farm Beginnings Class
    Tuesday August 1
    Early Bird Discount Registration Deadline for LSP's Farm Beginnings Class

    See https://landstewardshipproject.org/farm-beginnings-class for more information.

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  • All Day Final Registration Deadline for LSP's Farm Beginnings Class
    Friday September 1
    Final Registration Deadline for LSP's Farm Beginnings Class

    See https://landstewardshipproject.org/farm-beginnings-class for more information.

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