Why do we collect data from produce farms?
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Produce Safety Program
We ask that you complete this short survey to help us improve our licensing process for the MDA Hemp Program. By giving us feedback on your experience applying for a Hemp Program license, it will help us identify areas which need improvement. This survey is completely voluntary; you are in no way required to participate. Please note that while submissions are anonymous, the information you provide will be classified as public data under Minnesota law, and the MDA is required to make it available to anyone who asks for it. Thank you very much for your time.
Attention
On May 16, 2020 Governor Walz signed legislation removing the requirement of licensure and bonding of
Food is Life, So Why Throw It Away?
Starts:
Wed, 05/27/2020 - 12:00 pm
Ends:
Wed, 05/27/2020 - 1:00 pm
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"How do you get more food with less resources and less waste? Reduce, Recover, and Reharvest Food Byproducts"
~Sue Marshall, CEO of NETZRO
We are co-sponsoring this webinar featuring Sue Marshall, CEO of Minnesota-based NETZRO. The vision of NETZRO is to eliminate food waste and expand the food economy without growing more food. By upcycling ingredients, they strive to create a new environmental and economic standard for reducing global food waste.
Minnesota Food Safety and Defense Task Force Meeting
Starts:
Thu, 03/5/2020 - 1:30 pm
Ends:
Thu, 03/5/2020 - 4:30 pm
Location:
MN Department of Agriculture625 Robert Street North
St. Paul, MN 55155
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The Governor’s Food Safety and Defense Task Force has continuously met since 1990 to discuss issues affecting Minnesota’s food system. The task force is composed of sixteen members, nine of whom are appointed by the Governor’s office, representing food regulatory agencies, agricultural industries, food related non-profit associations, and the University of Minnesota. Meetings of the Task Force are held every other month and are open to anyone interested.
Food Innovation Team Meeting
Starts:
Tue, 03/3/2020 - 9:00 am
Ends:
Tue, 03/3/2020 - 12:00 pm
Location:
MN Department of Agriculture625 Robert Street North
St. Paul, MN 55155
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The Food Innovation Team (FIT) was created as a subcommittee of the Minnesota Food Safety and Defense Task Force to help answer questions and assist food business owners in navigating Minnesota’s food licensing and regulatory environment. Most food business owners receive a license to do business from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), or their delegated agencies with relative ease. However, some food business owners may encounter challenges in licensing due to a number of factors that may not easily be resolved without assistance. When this happens food business owners are encouraged to work with the FIT to help answer their questions and create a path forward for their licensing needs. FIT meetings are held every other month and are open to anyone interested.
S/FMNP Vendor Training - Webinar (English)
Starts:
Tue, 04/14/2020 - 1:00 pm
Ends:
Tue, 04/14/2020 - 2:00 pm
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This training is for farmers who grow fresh fruits and vegetables, sell them at farmers markets, and want to become an Authorized Vendor for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) (together known as S/FMNP).
In 2020, we will only offer this training using WebEx. Sign-up at least 24 hours in advance so we can send you information on how to use WebEx and login to the training.
S/FMNP Vendor Training - Webinar (English)
Starts:
Fri, 04/24/2020 - 10:30 am
Ends:
Fri, 04/24/2020 - 11:30 am
MDA is a:
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This training is for farmers who grow fresh fruits and vegetables, sell them at farmers markets, and want to become an Authorized Vendor for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) (together known as S/FMNP).
In 2020, we will only offer this training using WebEx. Sign-up at least 24 hours in advance so we can send you information on how to use WebEx and login to the training.
POSTPONED: Women's Agricultural Leadership Conference
Starts:
Wed, 04/15/2020 - 8:30 am
Ends:
Wed, 04/15/2020 - 4:30 pm
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We will share updated information as we have it.
Agriculture 2020: Dare to Lead Into a New Decade
Advance and improve your skills through an engaging day of learning and networking at the 22nd Annual Women's Agricultural Leadership Conference. Get energized by discovering new ideas, connecting with others in agriculture, and celebrating mentors and positive role models. See the registration brochure for more details.
