Forever Green

Forever Green
How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared this session
May 25, 2023
FMR made progress on every single one of its priorities this legislative session. Here's a roundup of everything that happened. Read more
A collage showing parts of five different photos, all from this legislative session: Two FMR staffers posing with fish postcards in the Capitol; an FMR staffer testifying at a May 1 hearing; A state senator posing with children following a hearing; legislators on a tour at the Forever Green Initiative facilities; printed papers with the FMR logo, shown with the Capitol building in the background.
A win for clean-water crops and a sustainable agricultural economy
May 21, 2023
Clean-water crops saw more support than ever at the Capitol this session. Read more
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Where FMR's 2023 priorities stand at the Legislature
April 14, 2023
An overview of the progress we've made — and what still needs to happen — as we enter the final weeks of the session. Read more
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'State of Our River' event asks how we can protect, restore the Mississippi
March 28, 2023
Rep. Betty McCollum, lead author on the MRRRI bill, hosted the event. It featured discussions with local experts, including FMR Executive Director Whitney Clark. Read more
Rep. Betty McCollum stands on the lefthand side of the frame, speaking into a microphone. Four panel participants sit at a table behind her. One of them is FMR Executive Director Whitney Clark.
How River Guardians helped us reach a clean-water crops milestone
March 15, 2023
The official launch of this market development grant program is the culmination of a yearlong effort. Read more
Two packets of food snacks made with clean-water crops sit on a table in the foreground. In the blurred background, you can make out warehouse shelves and individuals talking.
Where to buy food, drinks made with clean-water crops
by Shaymus McLaughlin
March 13, 2023
You can support the continued development of clean-water crops by enjoying these food and drink products. Read more
Cans of Kernza beer, a package of hazelnuts and a bag of Kernza flour on a table.
River Guardians' impacts in 2022
December 8, 2022
In 2022, 1,225 River Guardians sent 2,974 letters to 166 decision-makers, significantly impacting our work towards a healthier, more resilient river community. Read more
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Upcoming Events

Orvis Great Giveback Days
May 1-31, 2023
Orvis - Miracle Mile, St. Louis Park
Invasive plant pull at the William H. Houlton Conservation Area
Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 9:00am to 11:00am
William H. Houlton Conservation Area, Elk River
Fair State Brewing and FMR Draft Night
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Fair State Brewing Cooperative, Minneapolis

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