North Dakota Local Foods Development Alliance

10/06/2026

Urban agriculture helps grow stronger local food systems—but the future of USDA support is uncertain.

NDLFDA is sharing the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition’s latest analysis of funding delays, threats to urban farmer representation, and opportunities for Congress to protect these programs.

Learn what’s at stake and explore potential solutions in NSAC’s full article.

Source: National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, “The Uncertain Future of Urban Agriculture at USDA,” October 1, 2026. This post summarizes NSAC’s reporting and analysis.
https://sustainableagriculture.net/blog/the-uncertain-future-of-urban-agriculture-at-usda/

USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production has provided meaningful support to urban farmers through grants, technical assistance, and local advisory committees, but recent funding delays and the suspension of committee elections threaten that progress. Congress should strengthen ...

08/17/2026

Get to know the farm behind the field day! 🌱

Menoken Farm utilizes a combination of natural resource education and systems approach conservation. This 150-acre demonstration farm, located just east of Bismarck was established in 2009 and draws people from all over the United States and beyond. They are leading the way in soil regeneration by using the soil health principles and long-term soil monitoring through information and education.

The farm is home to a high tunnel, vegetable gardens, a tree arboretum, and a composting operation + cropland where livestock, cover crops, and perennials all work together to build healthy soil. 🐄🪱 They work to establish partnerships with producers and consumers to ensure agriculture for future generations.

🔗 RSVP today https://www.farrms.org/event-details/menoken-farm-field-day

07/07/2026

Hi everyone! We’re taking a short break and will be pausing our sessions for a little while. During this time, we’ll be refreshing things and coming back with a fresh look! We can’t wait to see you again on October 20 from 12:00–12:30 PM. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to reconnecting with you soon!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: **NDLFDA Monthly Membership Meeting**. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

06/03/2026

🌾 Join Us for an Upcoming Webinar with Melinda Goodman of Edible North Dakota! 🌾

Learn how local food storytelling can strengthen communities, support agriculture, and celebrate the people behind North Dakota's food system.

📅 June 16
⏰ 2 p.m. CST

👉 Register today: https://tinyurl.com/NDLFDAWebinar

05/19/2026

Reminder: 🌱 Webinar with Jake Callandar (Farm Beginnings, FARRMS) is tomorrow!. Register now: https://tinyurl.com/NDLFDAWebinar

05/14/2026

05/05/2026

🌱 Ready to grow your farming journey?
Join us for an inspiring webinar featuring Jake Callandar from the Farm Beginnings Cohort—a dedicated farmer educator with FARRMS who’s passionate about helping new and aspiring farmers succeed.

👨‍🌾 Meet the speaker:
Jake brings real-world experience, practical knowledge, and a deep commitment to supporting the next generation of farmers.

📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and take the next step in your farming journey.

👉 Click here to register and attend: https://tinyurl.com/NDLFDAWebinar

04/20/2026

📣 Join Us for the April NDLFDA Meeting!

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming April meeting on April 21! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn.

🎤 Featured Presentation:
Farm in the Dell of Red River Valley
Speaker: Matthew Larson, Executive Director

🗓 Tuesday, April 21
⏰ 2:00 PM (CST)
💻 Location: Zoom

On the Agenda:
✅ Welcome & Introductions
✅ Farm in the Dell Presentation
✅ Member & NDLFDA Updates
✅ Optional Social Time (Network with your peers!)

🔗 How to Join:
Find the link at ndlocalfood.org/home/meetings

We hope to see you there—bring a colleague and be part of the conversation!

04/07/2026

We are hosting our April NDLFDA meeting on April 21!

Hear a presentation on Farm in the Dell of Red River Valley, Matthew Larson, Executive Director.

Tuesday, April 21 @ 2:00 PM (CST) on Zoom

On the Agenda: ✅Welcome & Introductions ✅ Farmer in the Dell ✅ Member & NDLFDA Updates ✅ Optional Social Time (Network with your peers!)
How to Join: Find the link at ndlocalfood.org/home/meetings