Michael Fields Agricultural Institute

Building Sustainable Farms, Ranches and Communities

by Shannah Schmitt on January 24, 2012

This guide is written for anyone seeking help from federal programs to foster sustainable and innovative initiatives in this country associated with agriculture and forestry. Sustainability is commonly understood to embrace the triple concepts of economic, environmental and social viability. Specifically, the guide provides information about program resources pertaining to natural resources conservation and management; [...]

Does your school want to become a Farm to School site?

by Bridget Holcomb on January 24, 2012

Wisconsin’s AmeriCorps Farm to School Program has created active and engaged Farm to School programs at schools around the state, and they are currently accepting new applicants.

Are you a farmer? Do you practice conservation? Want to get paid for it?

The deadline just got pushed back, so you have until January 27 to fill out an application form and get in the Conservation Stewardship Program this year!

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NCRBDG Winter Gathering 2012, Jan. 27-29

Biodynamics is a cultural movement, as well as a farming practice and we want to build the social connections between people around Biodynamics. This year we are again focusing on getting to know each other on a social level. How do we continue to support one another in our Biodynamic work is a question we carry into this gathering. Large farmers to home gardeners and consumers are all encouraged to attend.

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Building Food Systems, One Business At A Time

There are lots of federal and state programs to help build food systems (Really! For information about all of them, check out our Building Sustainable Places Guide). But how do we make it easier for farmers to access these programs? Well, Brittany did it, with a little help from us.

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2012 Southern Wisconsin Vegetable Workshop, Feb.7 2012

Production and Marketing for Organic and Conventional Growers The second annual Southern Wisconsin Vegetable Workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI. The workshop will feature sesssions on crop production methods, weed control, safe handling practices and a variety of marketing opportunities. Presentations will feature area farmers, [...]

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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

Michael Fields Agricultural Institute is offering again, at the end of January 2012, Community Supported Agriculture classes for beginning farmers. I have been a CSA member for a few years now, both in Iowa and Wisconsin, and I have to say it was one of the best decisions I have made (when it comes to [...]

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Are you a farmer? Do you practice conservation? Want to get paid for it?

The Conservation Stewardship Program rewards farmers for the conservation they are already doing and provides the means to do more. As Chippewa County farmer Bob Bernier says, “You’re saving your soil, your costs are cheaper, and you’re going to make more money in the end. You’re a fool not to be in this program.” To get in the program for next year, fill out an application form by January 13th.

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“Free” Christmas Piano Concert ~ Dec. 17, 7 p.m.

Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, East Troy WI, cordially invites you to a
“Free” Christmas Piano Concert December 17th, 2011 at 7.00 pm.

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MFAI Director’s Blog – December 2011

In recent months, I have come across articles that imply the whole world is growing genetically modified (GM) crops. In a recent Ag College newsletter from my alma mater, an article stated that, if given a choice, the consumer would choose a GM product at the grocery store. However, I took time to look at [...]

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Not-To-Miss Wisconsin Summits: Local Food Summit, Farm to School Summit

For those interested in local food systems, interested in Farm to School programs, or those who just like inspiring presentations and good food, there are two not-to-miss summits coming up!

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Waldorf Winter Festival Saturday, Dec. 10th!

The Madison Waldorf School will hold its annual Waldorf Winter Festival on Saturday, December 10th, 11am – 4 pm, with wholesome food, games, crafts, live music, storytelling and activities that incorporate the warmth and artistic quality of the winter holidays. One highlight of the festival is our Winter Magic Room, where assistants help children shop [...]

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