Join a two-day Climate Resilience Cohort for farmers in your region this fall

Join a Climate Resilience Cohort for growers in your region this fall! Hosted by Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP), UMN Extension, University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership, and Land Stewardship Project, these two-day cohorts provide an opportunity to connect with fellow farmers in your area and develop an adaptive whole-farm management strategy that builds on your experience and expertise.

Over the course of the cohort, you will:

• Learn more about the potential impacts of increasing climate variability and change on your agricultural operation.
• Evaluate climate risk management options that best support your farm and family goals by reducing risks and capturing new opportunities associated with changing climate conditions.
• Make a plan to implement selected climate resilience strategies and evaluate their effectiveness over time.

Schedule Overview:

• Day 1 (9:30 am - 3:30 pm): Learning, discussion, and beginning your farm's resilience plan.
• Day 2 (8:30 am - 2:30 pm): Developing your comprehensive plan, with opportunities to connect with RSDP board and work group members who work in relevant fields and learn about resources to support your next steps.

There is no cost to attend and meals will be provided. Information about nearby lodging options is included in each region's registration form for participants planning to stay overnight. Participants are asked to make their own lodging arrangements. While registration is free, attendees are expected to attend the full two-day cohort.

Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 22

Availability is limited -- register today! The cohorts are geared towards those who currently farm or actively participate in a farm operation, and registration forms include a couple questions about your farm. Please register using one of the links below, and we will follow up to confirm your spot after receiving your submission.

• Northeast: Cloquet • November 9–10
• Southeast: Chatfield • November 11–12
• Northwest: Crookston • November 18–19
• Southwest: Madison • November 16–17
• Central: Hackensack • December 1–2

We hope you'll join us this fall!

"Something I'm really excited about is actually having a plan. I didn't realize before I got here how badly I needed one… I now have energy that I can focus." - Past cohort participant