Who we Are

     The Minnesota Grazing Lands Conservation Association (GLCA) is a grassroots 501(c)(3) non-profit group organized to promote the health and sustainability of the state of Minnesota's 2.5 million acres of grazing lands.  We were incorporated in the State of Minnesota in 2009 and Gained our Non-Profit status in 2010.

     Minnesota GLCA is a voluntary group of producers from across Minnesota who cooperate to provide local leadership, guidance, information, and technical assistance to grassland managers and producers.  

Vision

To promote sustainable grassland resources in Minnesota by:

  • Learning from peer trial and experience.

  • Opening doors to grassland management expertise.

  • Sharing alternatives and different perspectives.

  • Discovering common objectives and goals through grassroots efforts.

  • Generating new ideas.

Background

GLCA is an important partner with NRCS, State, and Local agencies as they provide valuable technical & educational assistance to land owners and producers.

     Given the appropriate tools and training, grassland managers and producers such as farmers and ranchers will be better prepared to make cost-effective and environmentally sound decisions.

     We believe that through voluntary actions, respect for private property owners' rights, and education on the values & benefits of well managed grazing resources for livestock, our goals are achievable.