NW Minnesota Soil & Water Quality Learning Exchange

The Sustainable Farming Association, in partnership with Lake of the Woods and Roseau County SWCDs, is launching a soil health & water quality focused learning exchange in Northwest Minnesota. While many similar events are held in central and southern parts of the state, distance can be a barrier to participation for our northern farmers and ranchers. This region has unique opportunities: greater crop diversity, lower land values, and more livestock—all opportunities that create a unique context. Together with local SWCDs and partner organizations, we aim to host a valuable, one-day learning exchange that equips farmers and communities with practical tools to improve soil, protect water, and strengthen ecosystems. Join us in making this inaugural gathering a success!

Schedule
8 AM Registration and networking time with Coffee and light breakfast items
9 AM Welcome and sponsor/partner recognition
9:15 Dr. Kris Nichols
10:30-11 Break & Networking
11-12 Breakout Sessions
12-1 Lunch
1-2 Breakout sessions
2-2:30 Break & Networking
2:30-3:30 Breakout sessions
3:30-4 Break & Networking
4-4:45 Farmer Application Panel-moderated by Kim Melton, Red River Basin Commission
4:45-5 Final words and wrap up

Registration: Advance registration required, no walkups. SFA members can register for $25, nonmembers for $35. Members must log in to see member pricing. Learn more about joining SFA here.

Address: Please note the location change! Seven Clans Casino, 20595 Center St E, Thief River Falls, MN 56701

SFA staff and volunteers occasionally take photos during our workshops, cafe chats and field days for promotional purposes and to use as documentation of events to share with our funders.  If you do not wish to be photographed, please let our event host know -- we'll make every effort to make sure you are not photographed.