The CFANS Organic Program at the University of Minnesota Twin City campus is an exemplary model for innovative organic agriculture research and education. We maintain an excellent support structure for student and faculty research, and promote discovery and learning about organic agriculture within the University of Minnesota community.
2019 Field Days
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Tuesday, July 23rd, 5-7 pm and Thursday, Sept 19, 4-6 pm to check out what's happening on the farm. See our field day page for more details. Have a group that you'd like to bring to the farm? Consider scheduling a private tour for your group.
Join us for Lunch!
Announcing Organic Thursdays. Join us every Thursday throughout the summer for a casual lunch potluck on the farm! All faculty, staff and students interested in organic and sustainable agriculture are invited to attend. We’ll gather at the picnic tables near the corner of Dudley Ave and Field Road N. Meet at Noon on June 13th, typically the potluck will be at 12:30pm.
Organic Farm Class
Did you know there is a class tied directly to the farm? HORT 3131 Student Organic Farm Planning, Growing and Marketing, is now offered Fall Semester.
Organic Agriculture Education
Did you know that the University of MN offers a major in Food Systems and a minor in Sustainable Agriculture? Find out more about Organic Agriculture educational opportunities at the University of Minnesota.
A Diversified Farm
Students from over 40 different majors have participated with the farm as interns, service learning students and class participants. Learn more about how you can get involved.
