Future of Farming in Hennepin County

Join Environment and Energy staff for a workshop that will help shape the future of food production in Hennepin County. This conversation will be focused on listening to you; the challenges you face and the support you need to navigate urban farming in Hennepin County. Topics covered in this discussion will include sustainable land access for urban farms, equipment, resource, and utility needs, and potential policies that could help meet the needs of farmers around the county.

Hennepin County Environment and Energy is exploring programs that could help interested farmers and rural landowners preserve their land and land use. Input from the farming community is needed to understand the right role for Hennepin County. This conversation is one of a variety of ways staff are seeking feedback on the future of farming in Hennepin County right now. Snacks and drinks provided!

No registration required. Contact Kevin Ellis, Conservation Specialist, at kevin.ellis@hennepin.us if you are unable to attend but wish to provide input or for more information about this or future events related to the future of farming.

Hennepin County Environment and Energy is excited to host this conversation in collaboration with University of Minnesota Extension, and the Twin Cities Metro Growers Network.

Address: Ridgedale Library, Robert H. Rohlf Room  12601 Ridgedale Dr. Minnetonka, MN 55305