Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Pork Quality Assurance (PQA+) certification training- Morris 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. UM West Central Research & Outreach Center (WCROC) Event subject(s): Animals and livestock
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Pork Quality Assurance (PQA+) certification training - Mankato 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Minnesota Pork Board Office Event subject(s): Animals and livestock
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Pork Quality Assurance (PQA+) certification training - Preston 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fillmore County Office Building Event subject(s): Animals and livestock
Farm food safety training These educational opportunities are for small to medium-sized fruit and vegetable farms, but any farmer or gardener is welcome to attend.
Youth tractor and farm safety training Students 14 years and older learn about safe equipment operation and general farm safety.
Western Heritage Competition Put on your boots and jeans and saddle up! Take part in roping and tying, barrel racing and much more.
Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA+) PQA+ provides improved animal well-being standards and relevant food safety standards to ensure producers can measure, track and continuously improve pig well being.
4-H Livestock Quality Assurance Training (LQA) LQA training helps youth provide excellent care for their food animals and a high level of food safety to consumers.
Farm to school networking events Local farmers connect with schools and schools connect with farmers at these informal, events to help schools grow their local food programs.