"Spearheaded by the Savanna Institute, the Midwest #Agroforestry Farm Network aims to show how farming with trees and shrubs can give producers options to add new income sources or cope with extreme weather, while improving local ecosystems." app.publicnewsservice.org/story/new-ne...?

New network helps agroforestry branch out in Illinois

An initiative to expand agroforestry practices is taking root in Illinois.Spearheaded by the Savanna Institute, the Midwest Agroforestry Farm Network aims to show how farming with trees and shrubs can

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Funding is now available in 30 states for agroforestry establishment and maintenance through the Expanding Agroforestry Project. The current enrollment cycle ends Aug. 11th. Learn more at: nature.org/ExpandingAgroforestry

“It's a native shrub, it's highly nutritious, it tastes great,” says Savanna Institute staff member Bill Davison. Thanks to @kgrumke.bsky.social and Harvest Public Media for their reporting about #serviceberries #Juneberries in the Midwest! www.kcur.org/environment-...

Serviceberries are a sweet native fruit – and these Midwesterners want you to try them

Serviceberries, or juneberries, are a native fruit beloved by wildlife. But now they’re moving from backyards to farms, and some hope they’ll soon be on your plate.

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USDA's National #Agroforestry Center and staff member Xinyuan Shi have released a new guide to multifunctional buffers! Over 80 illustrated guidelines for multifunctional buffers are synthesized from a review of more than 1,900 research publications. Download at research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/6...

Congratulations to this year's #FoodPlanetPrize winner, Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming in India! foodplanetprize.org/initiatives/...

Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming: The Women Rewriting Farming - Food Planet Prize

In the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, a quiet agricultural revolution is unfolding, led by farmers, women’s collectives, and a belief that the plants and soil already know what to do.

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We'll be tuning in next Tuesday at 11:20 am US Central Time to celebrate the winner of this year's #FoodPlanetPrize! You can learn more about the world's biggest environmental prize and this year's finalists at lnkd.in/gnJcbyCY

Our #Agroforestry Technical Assistance Providers offer one-on-one support for planning, designing, and funding an agroforestry system. Thanks to the generous support of donors, we are able to offer many of our technical services at no cost. Learn more at www.savannainstitute.org/technical-assistance

We are honored and humbled to be included among the four finalists for this year’s #FoodPlanetPrize! The winner will be announced at an award ceremony in Båstad, Sweden on June 2nd. www.savannainstitute.org/savanna-inst...

This #EarthDay, we’re growing deeper. It’s easy to see the trees. What’s harder to see are the roots beneath the surface. That’s where real transformation happens. You can learn more about our work over the past year in our latest Perennial Report: www.savannainstitute.org/perennial-re...

Join us on Saturday, April 25th for Savor the River Valley's Farm & Food Tour outside Spring Green, Wisconsin! We will be serving up both savory and sweet crepes using perennial nuts and fruits, and you can enter to win a free night at our Elderflower Retreat! www.savortherivervalley.org/events

Midwest Agroforestry Farm Network expands to include Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin! Farmers, landowners, and technical assistance providers interested in #agroforestry and woody crops can visit www.savannainstitute.org/farm-network to learn about upcoming events and resources.

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Our network of Midwest Demonstration Farms are educational hubs for farmers and the public to learn about agroforestry.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at #PFG2026! 360 people gathered in Dubuque, Iowa March 11-13th for 60+ presenters hosting 35 sessions over 3 days. A special thanks to our keynote speakers, Wendy Johnson of Jóia Food & Fiber Farm and Liz Carlisle, co-editor of the book "Living Roots"!

An IL‑based study is taking a fresh look at windbreaks—tree and shrub systems that protect farms from extreme weather and soil loss—to show how they can still pay off for farmers today. Supporters say removing them can actually cost farmers money. #ClimateResilience @savannainstitute.bsky.social

Study: Old tree lines may hold new value for Midwest farmers

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Excited to host the public launch of this book at our upcoming Perennial Farm Gathering, #PFG2026! www.savannainstitute.org/pfg2026/

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Wednesday, March 11 - Friday, March 13, 2026Grand River Center • Dubuque, Iowa

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In a Q&A with Civil Eats, Liz Carlisle, an agroecologist and associate professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara, discusses the promise of perennial agriculture, the roadblocks it faces, and where she finds hope.

Our work is rooted in the belief that healthy land and healthy communities are inseparable. We join the overwhelming call for immigration enforcement to deescalate violence and depart Minneapolis for the sake of our staff and neighbors. For support, see this list: civileats.com/2026/01/27/t...

These Minneapolis Groups Offer Food Aid as ICE Surges

We’ve compiled and vetted a list of Minneapolis organizations bringing food and assistance to those in need.

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🌰🌳In Urbana, IL, Kaitie Adams runs @savannainstitute.bsky.social's Agroforestry Demonstration Farm, stewarding 11 windbreak systems & 3 alley cropping systems to understand regional best practices. In the heart of the Corn Belt, her team shows farmers an alternative vision of what’s possible.

NOW HIRING: Illinois Demonstration Farm Manager Location: Urbana, IL Apply by: Feb. 8th, 2026 Start date: March 23rd, 2026 Details: www.savannainstitute.org/jobs/

‼️Early bird pricing for #PFG2026 ends Thursday—get your tickets now! Farmers and students get an additional 35% off all tickets with code ROOTS35. Take advantage of our discounted rates for the PFG: March 11-13th in Dubuque, Iowa. 🎟️Get tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-peren...

Our new searchable library of #agroforestry and #perennialagriculture resources is now live at www.savannainstitute.org/resource-library!

Liz Carlisle will host a book release for "Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods" at #PFG2026 in Dubuque, Iowa on March 12th. “The exciting thing about growing and eating more perennial foods is that it brings a really wide range of people together to invest in our shared future,” she says.

The Agroforestry Coalition is building a national, open-source directory of #agroforestry nurseries. Please take a few minutes to complete the entry form by Dec. 31, 2025. The directory will launch in January 2026: agroforestrycoalition.org/nurseries-di...

Anytime "Midwest farmers are going nuts," you can be sure the Savanna Institute is involved. We and a number of our partners are featured in this article by @elizabethhewitt.bsky.social for @reasonstobecheerful.world about Midwest #agroforestry!

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A shift toward growing chestnuts, pecans and walnuts is reviving soil in the American Midwest that was once exhausted by dreary corn and soy. reasonstobecheerful.world/midwest-farm...

Iowa farmer Wendy Johnson will be a keynote presenter at #PFG2026, which will be held at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa from March 11th-13th, 2026. “Agroforestry and perennializing are great for our next generation,” she says. Learn more at www.savannainstitute.org/iowa-farmer-...

Iowa Farmer Wendy Johnson Announced as Keynote Speaker for 2026 Perennial Farm Gathering - Savanna Institute

Iowa farmer Wendy Johnson will serve as keynote speaker at the 2026 Perennial Farm Gathering. The Savanna Institute will host this event at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa from March 11th-13th...

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Our next Perennial Farm Gathering #PFG2026 will be held March 11th-13th at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa! Tickets and sponsorships for this event are now available at www.savannainstitute.org/pfg2026

Perennial Farm Gathering 2026 - Savanna Institute

Wednesday, March 11 - Friday, March 13, 2026Grand River Center • Dubuque, Iowa

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Savanna Institute staff members Lily Hislop and Jenn Ripp are attending the 6th World Congress on Agroforestry #WCA2025 this week in Kigali, Rwanda! Lily and Jenn presented posters about their work and took part in sessions, field tours, and networking opportunities at the event, which ends today.

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1/ Taking the learnings from the conference halls to the field. On Day 3 of #WCA2025, participants went on field trips to explore local projects in Rwanda, including the Green Gicumbi Project in the country’s northern region. #Trees4Resilience

“I think we're still trying to fully understand — or better understand — what role drones play, especially in sustainable agriculture." -José Franco, Savanna Institute Learn how we're using drones to estimate yields and biomass in this story by @kbianews.bsky.social www.kbia.org/kbia-news/20...

Farming from the air: Drones offer flexibility and problem solving

Aerial crop planting and treatment takes off across the Midwest.

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At the @uwmadison.bsky.social Kegonsa Research Campus, scientists from across UW and the @savannainstitute.bsky.social are growing currant berries between solar panels. This practice is known as #agrivoltaics and has many potential benefits. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMGH...

The first ever nation-wide map of agroforestry demonstration sites just got even better. Find an #agroforestry demonstration site near you at www.catalyzingagroforestry.org/arkxdemonstr... Read more at agroforestrycoalition.org/map-demo-sit...

Nation-wide Map of Agroforestry Demonstration Sites

Our first ever nation-wide map of agroforestry demonstration sites just got even better. The Agroforestry Coalition Demonstration Site working group and Virginia Tech’s Catalyzing Agroforestry Grant P...

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Our new resource, "Financing Trees & Perennial Crops for Your Farm: An Agroforestry Primer," helps producers explore financing options for #agroforestry and perennial agriculture. Get your free PDF here: savannainstitute.org/Download-Fin...

Financing Trees & Perennial Crops for Your Farm: An Agroforestry Primer - Savanna Institute

Are you looking for farmland? An agricultural lease may be an option for you. If you are thinking about planting tree crops, you will need long-term access to land to reap the full benefits of your in...

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We were excited to see this story from National Geographic about Wendy Johnson, one of the keynote speakers at our upcoming Perennial Farm Gathering! #PFG2026 www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/... Story by @cassidyrandall.bsky.social Photos by @renaeffendi.bsky.social

Regenerating the soil of America’s heartland

National Geographic photographer Rena Effendi visits the U.S. Midwest to capture how one farmer is restoring her family farm from the ground up—and with support from PepsiCo, helping cultivate the fut...

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