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Legislative Session Races Toward an End

Published May 1, 2026

The Minnesota legislative session is in the home stretch. Minnesota Farmers Union Director of Public Policy Stu Lourey says important work remains. "The ag policy omnibus has passed the full Senate on a broad, bipartisan basis that includes some important…

MFU Minute

Published April 9, 2026

The Minnesota Farmers Union has been hosting town hall events across the state. On Wednesday, MFU Vice President Anne Schwagerl updated us for this edition of the MFU Minute. Listen.

Farmers Union Strengthens Programs for Young Farmers and Ranchers

Published March 13, 2026

Developing the next generation of farmers was a key focus at the National Farmers Union annual convention in New Orleans. Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl says the organization is making a strategic investment in young farmers and ranchers…

MFU Minute

Published March 13, 2026

In the latest MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl talks about the investment in young farmers and ranchers. Click here.

Farmers Call for Stronger Markets, Not More Government Aid at NFU Convention

Published March 8, 2026

The current farm economy was the big talking point at the National Farmers Union Convention this year in New Orleans. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish is hearing numerous issues in the delegate sessions, but staying profitability remains the big…

MFU Minute

Published February 11, 2026

In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl highlights the town hall meetings. Click here to listen.

MFU Minute

Published January 28, 2026

In Wednesday's edition of the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union Director of Government Relations Stu Lourey talked about a potential partial government shutdown. Click here.

MN Agriculture Faces Ripple Effects From Immigration Enforcement

Published January 19, 2026

Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish says expanded ICE enforcement across Minnesota is creating widespread fear that is beginning to disrupt agriculture, food processing, and local food distribution. Wertish says ICE activity is no longer limited to the Twin Cities…

MFU Minute

Published January 15, 2026

In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish offers insight into the loss of USDA funding at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Click here.

MFU Minute

Published December 31, 2025

In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish discusses the current farm financial crisis. In addition to low commodity prices and high input costs, rising healthcare expenses are a concern. Listen to the report.

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Farmers Union Strengthens Programs for Young Farmers and Ranchers

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Farmers Call for Stronger Markets, Not More Government Aid at NFU Convention

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MN Agriculture Faces Ripple Effects From Immigration Enforcement

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