Dig in with On-Farm Learning and Trainings

Join us every growing season for on-farm Marbleseed Field Days hosted by regenerative and organic farmers across the Upper Midwest who are using innovative practices and feeding their communities. From small urban farms and midscale silvopasture operations to larger scale row crops, we aim to offer field days for every type of farm. Marbleseed's Trainings connect farmers with the tools they need for a thriving farm business, supporting the growth of organic acreage, generating more revenue for small-scale farmers, and mitigating the impacts of climate change with farming practices that value land stewardship and whole ecosystem health.

Current Field Days & Trainings

ORGANIC CRANBERRIES FIELD DAY

June 25, 2026
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Are you a farmer interested in transitioning your cranberry production to organic? Ever wonder what a cranberry field looks like in June? Want to learn more about pollinator habitat plantings and management? Then this field day is for you! Join us at James Lake Farms in partnership with the Organic Fruit Growers Association for a day of learning and connection. Free but registration is required.

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Creating a Community of Care: A conversation with Derek Meyers, Sharing Our Roots

June 25, 2026
4:00 to 5:00 PM

a timely conversation with Sharing Our Roots' executive director, Derek Meyers, focused on farmer safety, community care, and resilience under increasing ICE threats. Derek will share firsthand experiences supporting farmers and gardeners navigating fear, uncertainty, and heightened enforcement pressures, while reflecting on the realities facing immigrant and historically targeted communities within local food systems.
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FARM STAND WEBINAR

July 9, 2026
12:00 - 1:30 PM

Farm Stops find the connection between a typical grocery store and farmers market, building upon the advantages of both and ultimately providing a stable market for the producers and an increase in local options for the consumer. Join Patrick Randolph of Grandad's Farm Stop , Bobbi Boos of Bloomington Farm Stop Collective , and Lily Gross of Radish Farm Stop to learn more about the similarities and differences of the Farm Stop’s they manage, why the model works well for producers, and how to get involved in organizing a Farm Stop in your own backyard. Webinar is FREE and will be recorded and shared with those who register.
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ORGANIC POTATO PRODUCTION FIELD DAY

July 30, 2026
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Family owned and operated for over 75 years, Igl Farms specialize in growing organic potatoes and sell in small or large quantities. This field day will showcase growing organic potatoes while discussing pest, disease, and fertility considerations, as well as an overview of the organic potato market and transitioning to organic production. The day will start with presentations from Advancing Eco Ag and Midwest Bio-Ag on what they focus on for certified organic fertility in potato fields. Then attendees will look at specialized equipment for organic production before heading to the field to discuss weed and pest control and fertility considerations. Free; registration is required.
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CHANGEMAKER FIELD DAY with SHARING OUR ROOTS

August 6, 2026
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

We are thrilled to visit Sharing Our Roots (SOR) Farm in Northfield, MN. This innovative organization is doing great work around cultural agricultural practices, community-based farming, and land restoration. The day includes a land walk, free lunch, and tours by two SOR farmers. Khalid Elhassan is a member of the Sudanese Farming Group that operates at SOR; he'll present on the cultural sheep grazing practices he to manage his plot and sheep herd. Erika Gomez, owner of La Tía Farm that operates at SOR, will present on cultural growing practices from Mexico and her market experience running her own farm business as an immigrant woman. REGISTRATION COMING SOON

Marbleseed in the Field: A Diversified Showcase at Gwenyn Hill Farm

September 19, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Join us at Gwenyn Hill Farm for in-the-field, hands-on education, and peer-to-peer connection. Meet up with your farming friends for a full-day of diversified organic learning!
Find a full schedule and registration link here.
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Special Instructions for Visiting Farms with Livestock

Biosecurity is important on all farms, clean shoes and clothes are particularly important at field days where livestock are present. Marbleseed asks that all attendees observe the following biosecurity protocols when visiting farms with livestock.

• Wear clean or disinfected shoes that have not been worn on other farms with livestock or livestock buildings, or around a dense population of wild birds.
• Wear clean clothes that have not been worn around other livestock.
• Upon request of the host or staff during the field day, you may be asked to wear disposable plastic boot covers (provided by Marbleseed) over your shoes.

Field Day Archives

Missed a field day? Read event recaps and watch recordings of some of our Field Days here: