The Latest from SFA
Join the farmer-to-farmer network!
For more than 30 years, members have been the heart of SFA and make our work possible. Together, we are transforming agriculture one farm at a time.
Members get a variety of discounts to events and with vendors, and can get involved with their local chapter of farmers & other ag folks.
New: NW Minnesota Exchange
Join us in Thief River Falls on March 25 for the inaugural NW Minnesota Soil & Water Quality Exchange, a one-day learning exchange that equips farmers and communities with practical tools to improve soil, protect water, and strengthen ecosystems. Speakers include local farmers and Dr. Kris Nichols.
Spring Socials
Check out our event calendar to find social events and educational gatherings near you -- it's a great opportunity to plug into your local sustainable ag network!
Principles of Soil Health
Soil health is foundational to all of SFA's work.
Keep the Soil Covered
Build and maintain vegetation.
Limit Disturbance
Minimize or eliminate mechanical and chemical soil disturbance.
Build Diversity
Manage to increase plant, microbe, livestock and wildlife diversity.
Living Root
Keep living plants in the soil as much as possible.
Integrate Livestock
Healthy soils require appropriate livestock integration.
Context
Apply these principles within your unique operation.
Soil Health Principles
Healthy soil is fundamental. Our health, wealth, and future depends on the ecosystem beneath our feet. SFA's work promotes agricultural community and prosperity through soil health.
We provide consulting and technical assistance as well as educational and networking opportunities to farmers and landowners in the areas of grazing, dairy, cropping, silvopasture, and fruit and vegetable production.