Conservation Event Series in 8 MN Counties

 "Unlocking Conservation Resources for Communities & Farms” Event Series | July 22-August 7, 2025

Join Renewing the Countryside and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in MN this summer at one of our 8 conservation events in a town near you, where you will:

• Learn how conservation benefits Minnesota’s rural communities

• Hear from a panel of local speakers

• Discover available NRCS farm bill programs & the economics of on-farm practices

• Enjoy a complimentary lunch, plus a chance to win door prizes

• Network with local farmers, neighbors, and conservation professionals

• Receive helpful materials & personalized support on next steps after the event. 

Locations & Dates:

Each event is free, open to all, and runs from 12:00pm-2:00pm at the venues listed. Space is limited, please register in advance.

• Hallock (Kittson County) – Tues, July 22 @ Far North Spirits

• Elbow Lake (Grant County) – Wed, July 23 @ Elbow Lake Community Building

• Sleepy Eye (Brown County) – Thur, July 24 @ Sleepy Eye Brewing Company

• Milaca (Mille Lacs County) – Tues, July 29 @ Gorecki Community Center

• Mora (Kanabec County) – Thur, July 31 @ Sapsucker Farms Yellow Belly Cidery

• Owatonna (Steele County) – Tues, August 5 @ Owatonna Public Utilities Building

• Jordan (Scott County) – Wed, August 6 @ Ridges at Sand Creek

• Fairmont (Martin County) – Thur, August 7 @ Red Rock Center for the Arts

More Details:

• Full Schedule: https://www.renewingthecountryside.org/conservation

• Registration Form: https://forms.gle/wdERb7Ub4x55P7az7

• Questions or special requests? Contact gilbert@rtcinfo.org or 612-296-9020 

Can’t Make It to an Event? We’re Still Here to Help! 

If you’re unable to attend one of our summer events but are interested in learning about NRCS resources and farm bill programs, our Conservation Connections program offers free, one-on-one support to Minnesota producers of all sizes and backgrounds—just email us to get started!

Sponsors: Events hosted by RTC and supported by an agreement with USDA NRCS. Partnership contributions from county Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCD), MN Farmers Union (MFU), MN Institute for Sustainable Agriculture (MISA), Midwest Transition to Organic Partnership Program (MW TOPP), & Southern MN Initiative Foundation (SMIF). USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.