The minnesota agroforestry technical assistance and training project

This $990,698.80 federal Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (CFDA 10.912 - Environmental Quality Incentives Program) will support the "Minnesota Agroforestry Technical Assistance and Training Project" implemented by the Savanna Institute, a non-profit organization focused on advancing production agroforestry in the Midwest.

The award will fund the Savanna Institute's efforts to provide technical assistance and training to farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners in Minnesota. This includes developing agroforestry demonstration networks, conducting on-site technical assistance, and implementing projects to improve water quality and reduce nutrient export through the integration of trees and shrubs into croplands and pasturelands. The Savanna Institute will also collaborate with academic partners like the University of Minnesota to create online agroforestry courses, establish variety trials, and facilitate outreach programs connecting farmers, researchers, and stakeholders. The project period is from September 30, 2024 to September 29, 2027.