Plan overview for farm businesses, farmers' markets and other ag businesses. Register for the webinar.
Plan overview for serving food and on-site consumption for U-picks, farm wineries and other farm businesses. Register for the webinar.
In this first listening session, the panelists would like to answer your questions on Systemic Racism, Disparities in Agriculture, and the Communities We Serve.
Panelists are:
Beginning September 1, the application of nitrogen fertilizer in the fall and on frozen soil will be restricted in areas vulnerable to groundwater contamination. This will also apply to Drinking Water Supply Management Areas (DWSMAs) with elevated nitrate levels.
Learn more about the Groundwater Protection Rule, where the restrictions apply, and the exceptions to the rule. If you're not able to join us for the live webinar view the prerecorded presentation.
To join the webinar please use the link below and enter the password "Groundwater". Participants will be encouraged to submit questions through a Q&A pop-up box. All attendees will be muted and will have their personal video turned off upon entering the meeting.
If you are new to Webex, additional resources are available.
The Groundwater Protection Rule restricts application of nitrogen fertilizer in the fall and on frozen
Take a dive into the world of e-commerce! In the first half, industry experts will provide an overview of different e-commerce channels that can be used to drive online sales. In the second half, see examples of successful digital marketing strategies you can employ (i.e. how to drive traffic, use social media effectively, etc.). Finally, hear from local startups who have found success in e-commerce.
We'll also share information on our cost-sharing program for e-commerce activities. We're bringing this event to you in collaboration with Grow North and the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute.
Stressful times in agriculture can trigger difficult conversations that many of us dread – whether we’re delivering bad news, are on the receiving end of it, or are helping farmers or farm families make sense of it all. Fortunately, these situations don’t have to be uncomfortable or unproductive.
In this series of five engaging 30-minute Zoom sessions, you’ll learn tips and strategies for having constructive interactions that can lead to better outcomes for everyone involved. You will also learn precautions to keep yourself safe in highly charged situations. These free online sessions are an adaptation of a three-hour workshop we offered in 2019. Whether the content is new to you or you simply want a refresher, we hope you’ll participate and share the opportunity with colleagues.
Time: 8:30-9:00 a.m. each day
Schedule:
Monday, September 14 - Bring your best self forward
Tuesday, September 15 - Embrace conflict and change
Wednesday, September 16 - Name and frame the conversation
Thursday, September 17 - Listen for success
Friday, September 18 - Be safe: de-escalation and personal safety
Objectives:
About the Presenters:
Denise Stromme, M.A. is a University of Minnesota Extension educator in the Center for Community Vitality. She has more than 35 years of experience helping adults develop the skills, connections, and confidence they need to realize their goals. Born and raised in Detroit Lakes, Denise has degrees in Education and Intercultural Management which have led her to live and work across the U.S. and abroad. A member of the Minnesota law enforcement community will teach Friday’s session on de-escalation and personal safety.
This workshop is supported by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, under award number 2018-38640-28416 through the North Central Region SARE program under project number ENC18-170. The MDA and USDA are equal opportunity employers and service providers. The opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this workshop do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event please contact Stephen Moser at 651-201-6012 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 711 as soon as possible.
The Governor’s Food Safety and Defense Task Force has continuously met since 1990 to discuss issues affecting Minnesota’s food system. The task force is composed of sixteen members, nine of whom are appointed by the Governor’s office, representing food regulatory agencies, agricultural industries, food related non-profit associations, and the University of Minnesota. Meetings of the Task Force are held every other month and are open to anyone interested.
Due to precautions against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), and in conformance with Minnesota Statues Section 13D.021, upcoming meetings of the FSDTF have been scheduled and will be changed from in-person meetings to video-conference meetings with a phone-in option.
Attend the Sept 15th meeting using WebEx.
Or you can call in via audio conference (sorry, this is not a toll-free line) by calling:
+1-415-655-0003
Access code: 146 747 6706
Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event please contact Natasha Hedin at 612-247-5888 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 711 as soon as possible.
The Food Innovation Team (FIT) was created as a subcommittee of the Minnesota Food Safety and Defense Task Force to help answer questions and assist food business owners in navigating Minnesota’s food licensing and regulatory environment. Most food business owners receive a license to do business from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), or their delegated agencies with relative ease. However, some food business owners may encounter challenges in licensing due to a number of factors that may not easily be resolved without assistance. When this happens food business owners are encouraged to work with the FIT to help answer their questions and create a path forward for their licensing needs. FIT meetings are held every other month and are open to anyone interested.
Due to precautions against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), and in conformance with Minnesota Statues Section 13D.021, upcoming meetings of the FIT have been scheduled and will be changed from in-person meetings to video-conference meetings with a phone-in option.
Join the September 15th meeting using WebEx
Or you can call in via audio conference (sorry, this is not a toll-free line) by calling:
+1-415-655-0003
Access code: 146 061 9377
Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event please contact Natasha Hedin at 612-247-5888 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 711 as soon as possible.
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