Beginning farmers and aspiring growers from across the Midwest are coming together for New Farmer U, an immersive weekend mini-academy focused on practical skills, farm business planning, and building connections.

Hosted by Renewing the Countryside, Marbleseed, and Big River Farms.

What to expect• Farm business planning you can actually use• Practical insights from experienced farmers• Networking with other beginning farmers• Workshops, 4 meals, and community time• Bonfire + overnight stay at Eagle Bluff

March 21–22, 2026
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center (Lanesboro, MN)

Registration closes in 10 days. If cost is a barrier, we still have needs-based scholarships available--reach out to sam.gutierrez@marbleseed.org.

We’ve released the full NFU schedule, www.tinyurl.com/2026-NFU-schedule , with featured presenters including: Paul Dietmann, Erik Heimark, Heidi Eger, Natalie Hoidal, Stephen Carpenter, Chris Barth, Relyndis Tegomoh, Peter Kraus, and helpful workshop sessions like:

• Fearless Farm Finances 
• Choosing Animals, Practices, & Infrastructure That Fit Your Farm
• Choosing Crops, Approaches, & Tools That Fit Your Farm 
• Improve Your Farm by Using Other People’s Money First 
• Legal Risks for Farmers
• Build Your Brand, Sell Your Products, Cultivate Your Customers

Register here: www.tinyurl.com/2026-NFU