Farmers get ready to return to Owatonna for a show that keeps evolving

Katelyn Winberg
Mar 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026

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For 24 years, the North American Farm & Power Show has been one of those early-season markers that remind farmers it’s almost time to get moving again.

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Show Photo 1.jpg — A pervious year's North American Farm & Power Show in Owatonna, Minn.
Submitted photo

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NAFPS 1489.jpg — Educational sessions are part of the North American Farm & Power show each year.
Submitted photo

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NAFPS 1519.jpg — Visitors to the North American Farm & Power Show in Owatonna, Minn., browse the vendor booths.
Submitted photo

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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.