Skid steers, policy and pancakes: What to expect at Farmfest 2025

Katelyn Winberg
Jul 21, 2025
Jul 21, 2025

Farmfest 2023 Day 1 (30).jpg — University of Minnesota Extension offers information on weeds, plant diseases and more at their Farmfest booth each year.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Janelle Atyeo

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For the 44th year, thousands will head to the fields of southwestern Minnesota for Farmfest, a three-day farm show that brings together agricultural education, innovation, equipment and entertainment, all on display Aug. 5-7 on the Gilfillan Estate in Morgan, Minnesota.

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Born and raised on a farm in southeastern South Dakota, Katelyn currently resides in Sioux Falls. She enjoys attending SDSU football games (her alma mater), going to farmer’s markets and visiting her parents at their family farm. Reach her at kwinberg@tristateneighbor.com.