Ag Day Gala event celebration

Ag Day Gala

March 24, 2026

This evening is designed to cultivate and recognize the rich history of farmers, organizations, businesses, and communities that support the success of agriculture across the state. This event continues to grow each year almost hitting 400 in 2025!

Farmfest pork chop stand and networking event

Farmfest

August 4, 5, & 6, 2026

For more than 25 years, the Minnesota Foundation for Agriculture has grilled pork chops as one of their annual fundraising events. The "Farmfest Pork Chop Stand" has been a place of gathering for Farm Bureau members, decision makers, public officials, and attendees to network and enjoy a perfectly grilled pork chop. All funds raised during this event go to support the programs of the Minnesota Foundation for Agriculture. You can find us at the "Farm Bureau Hub" on the showgrounds.

Give & Gather fundraising and networking event

Foundation Activities MFBF Annual Meeting

Friday, November 21, 2025

During the Minnesota Farm Bureau Annual Meeting Farm Bureau members and guests are invited to participate in an evening of fundraising and networking following the annual awards banquet on Friday evening. At the Give & Gather event participants will enjoy a live auction, raffles & prizes and surprise activities.

Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events & Deadlines

2025-2026
OCTOBER 2025
2
MFA Board Meeting
NOVEMBER 2025
21
Give and Gather Event, MFBF Annual Meeting
21
Accurate Ag Book Fair, MFBF Annual Meeting
21-22
Health Care Screenings, MFBF Annual Meeting
21-22
MFBF Annual Meeting
DECEMBER 2025
15
Ag Promo Grant Application Deadline
JANUARY 2026
22
MFA Board Meeting
30-31
MFBF LEAP Conference, Bemidji
FEBRUARY 2026
2
MFA Board Meeting
MARCH 2026
24
Ag Day Gala
APRIL 2026
1
Funding Request Deadline - Round 1
9
MFA Board Meeting
MAY 2026
16
MFA Board Meeting
JUNE 2026
16
MFA Golf Scramble (tentative)
AUGUST 2026
4-6
Farmfest
15
Ag Promotion Grant Event Completion
SEPTEMBER 2026
1
Ag Promotion Grant Final Report Due
1
Funding Request Deadline - Round 2
30
Scholarship Applications Due
30
County Board Challenge Due