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Indigenous Food Advocate Sean Sherman Sherman to deliver keynote at 2024 Perennial Farm Gathering The Sioux Chef founder will speak at the Monona Terrace in Madison on October 7th Press release: savannainstitute.org/indigenous-foo…

Agroforestry practices can have a positive impact on water quality while helping address agricultural resource concerns. This webinar will feature speakers from Savanna Institute, ISU Extension and Outreach, and @MUAgroforestry who will discuss their research. Register:uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

"The 2024 Farm Bill is a key opportunity to secure a prosperous, truly climate-resilient agricultural sector. Let’s seize it by investing in perennial agriculture." -Keefe Keeley shares his hopes for the #farmbill: agri-pulse.com/articles/21169… Agri-Pulse Communications

#PFG2024 will be in-person for the first time in five years, starting with a free farm tours on Saturday, Oct. 5th in Spring Green, WI, followed by a ticketed event at Monona Terrace in Madison Sunday, Oct. 6th to Tuesday, Oct. 8th. TICKETS NOW ON SALE! savannainstitute.org/pfg2024

The pawpaw, a beloved native fruit, could help sustain small farms. “We need to start embracing things that grow well where we are.” –Adam D’Angelo, Savanna Institute breeding operations manager buff.ly/3B0LeEr

Midwest #agroforestry, Savanna Institute and collaborators receiving coverage in this article from Yale Environment 360 and Tom Philpott: e360.yale.edu/features/trees…

Explore the #conservation and economic benefits of #alleycropping. Learn how integrating tree rows with crops can enhance farm productivity and environmental outcomes. Check out the webinar from @savannainst for planning tips and Natural Resources Conservation Service resources. youtube.com/watch?v=9LILCF…

So powerful to join author Beth Dooley, chef and restauranteur Odessa Piper, and Erin Crooks Lynch of Enos Farm last week at the Savanna Institute ’s Perennial Farm Gathering to talk about the work being done in perennial agriculture and how it relates broadly to our community.

New coolest map ever just dropped - Canopy Compass has put out a crop viability map that includes specialty crops. This is Mulberry viability (I'll do more below)

*RESCHEDULED* - Wednesday, Jan 22nd. This information session regarding the next round of funding for the Expanding Agroforestry Project will be held next week. #agroforestry

Canopy's nursery produces a wide range of perennial plants, with an emphasis on productive tree crops such as chestnut, walnut, pecan, hazelnut, heartnut, persimmon, pawpaw, black currant, and elderberry. Our bare-root trees and shrubs can be shipped across the US, and our potted

Wisconsin farmers: Are you looking for financing? We are seeking ag borrowers interested in a 2025 pilot project to explore the potential of the Wisconsin Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program for financing agroforestry. Learn more at: savannainstitute.org/wi-pace

With tariffs on Canadian goods taking hold, US producers of maple syrup look for ways to protect their businesses, maintain stronger forests, and brace against climate change. buff.ly/BY4fGzj

Is agroforestry increasing in the US? A new publication reviews the #agroforestry results of the 2017 and 2022 Census of Agriculture, finding an overall increase in farms reporting agroforestry practices. Details at: doi.org/10.1007/s10457…

Why do #agroforestry? Additional income, higher yields, healthier livestock, reduced labor, improved quality of life, and opportunities for leaving a legacy are just some of the reasons why these experienced farmers are incorporating trees and woody shrubs into their farms.

“I don’t think this plant is a lost cause,” said Lily Hislop, who runs the only institutionally backed #blackcurrant breeding program in the West at the Savanna Institute. #Blackcurrants showing up in AmbrookResearch Ambrook ! ambrook.com/research/crops…

Our latest Perennial Report is now available! You can learn about our work at: savannainstitute.org/perennial-repo…

Termination of the Expanding Agroforestry Project is covered in a story this week by Civil Eats, featuring Executive Director Keefe Keeley and collaborators at Trees for Graziers and Appalachian Sustainable Development - ASD:

What are #windbreaks? Windbreaks are strips of trees and shrubs planted along the edge of fields. Windbreaks protect soil against erosion and can protect sensitive crops from wind damage, boosting yield. Learn more at savannainstitute.org/agroforestry-p…

We hope you'll join us at an event this summer! We have some exciting events coming up soon across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana. These are great opportunities to get to know our organization and see #agroforestry in action. Find an event near you at savannainstitute.org/events/