Farm Tours 2024

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Past Farm Tours

Quinn Institute Grand Opening | July 9, 2024

Big Sandy, MT | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

The Quinn Institute (QI) will focus on regenerative organic agriculture research, education and health. It is the culmination of a lifetime spent in the pursuit of harmonizing agriculture with nature. The vision and Mission of QI is to heal the earth by growing food as medicine and the aim is to lead by example. QI covers approximately 700 acres (certified organic for more than 25 years) of regenerative agricultural systems, divided into multiple fields for demonstration of rotations using cash, cover, and untraditional crops, and includes interrelationships with livestock. Bordering non‐organic acres also allows comparisons with organic and non‐organic systems.

This is the institute’s Grand Opening which will start with a ribbon cutting ceremony and the introduction of dignitaries and special guests. The event is open to the public, and lunch is provided.

Sponsors:
Montana Organic Association (MOA)
Organic Advisory and Education Council (OAEC)
Organic Montana (OM)

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Lassila Farms | June 25, 2024

Great Falls, MT | 10 AM – 3 PM
Daryl and Linda operate Lassila Farms, a 4th generation family farm located just east of Great Falls. This tour will include overviews and discussion on organic farming practices and inputs used, crop rotations, green manure plow downs, weed controls and obstacles, and transitioning cycles for organics. Montana State University will also give an overview on an established Thistle Fusarium Bio‐Control Plot, in collaboration with the Organic Advisory and Education Council.

Sponsors:

Montana Organic Association (MOA)
Organic Advisory and Education Council (OAEC)
Organic Montana (OM)