GO farm connect

GO FARM CONNECT is a farmer-led initiative to build relationships between non-traditional farmers and the agricultural support agencies and experts that can help farms succeed.

Our trained farmer/peer connectors can help farms of all sizes in Minnesota and Wisconsin. For new farmers, new citizens, big dreams or small steps, Go Farm Connect is a peer network of support and information to assist the emerging cohort of farmers America needs to thrive. 

 

Click on the GO Farm Connect logo to go to our website.

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Webinars

NRCS Conservation Connections: 

A Beginning Vegetable Farmers Guide to Conservation Support and Funding through EQIP

Are you a new farmer raising vegetables and interested in accessing resources to create a more successful farm business while benefiting the land? Join us for an informational introductory webinar on support from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through funding opportunities through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) that offer support for about 200 practices, including high tunnels, cold storage and more.  Farmers will share their NRCS program experience along with next steps to connect with resources to support you to be ready to apply.

Minnesota session

Wisconsin session

 

Using CSP to enhance conservation on grazing farms in Wisconsin 

3/10/21 Webinar Recording: 

Conservation Connections: 
A Beginning Farmers Guide to Conservation Support,
Funding & Resources in Minnesota & Wisconsin

Are you a new farmer interested in accessing resources to create a more successful farm business while benefiting the land? Join us for an informational introductory webinar on support from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) including funding opportunities such as the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQUIP)  and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).  

Two options available, based on if you live in Minnesota or Wisconsin, with area farmers sharing their NRCS program experience along with next steps to connect with resources in your state.

Minnesota

Wisconsin  

Webinar Slides Only / PDF

Webinar Slides Only / PDF

Webinar Recording

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Helpful Links

 

Service Center Locator | Natural Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov)

 

Minnesota & Wisconsin State Directories

These links provide MN and WI directories (by administrative area & offices) and an office list (by county & office). There are also maps available on this link showing administrative areas and customers service teams for each state.

    Minnesota | Natural Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov)

    Wisconsin | Natural Resources Conservation Service (usda.gov)

 

USDA Service Center Locator

USDA-Employee Directory

 

Emerging Farmers Conference