Part of LSA’s Effort to Move Priorities for People and the Land Forward at the Local Level
9/19/24
TAMARACK, Minn. — Land Stewardship Action issued the following statement announcing its endorsement of Michelle Boyechko, running for Carlton County Soil and Water Conservation Board District 1.
“We are proud to support Michelle in her campaign to represent the people of Carlton County. We share a common vision for vibrant, growing rural communities and sustainable agricultural practices. If elected, we look forward to working with her to offer solutions at the local level,” stated Emily Minge, Political Organizer for LSA. “By focusing on local government, LSA aims to build participation and engagement in all levels of government. We know that there is so much power and possibility at the local level of government and we want to foster connections and understanding of how our values can be put into action.”
Michelle Boyechko has been a livestock farmer for 10 years. She is the owner and operator of Maplebend Farm where they raise heritage livestock, Dexter Cattle and KuneKune pigs.
“I have a special interest in local sustainable food systems, regenerative farming, community building and climate change readiness,” Michelle shared about her desire to run. She went on to say, “an endorsement from Land Stewardship means a lot to me because I see the good work they are already doing in supporting small and medium farmers. I am honored that they see the potential difference I could help make in my local communities.”
To earn Land Stewardship Action’s endorsement, Michelle attended LSA’s local candidate forum to answer questions from the public and cleared an internal vetting process with LSA’s Political Committee and Board of Directors.
This year, leading up to the fall elections, Land Stewardship Action is focusing on engaging members, supporting candidates, and building power at local levels of government. This includes elected County Commissioners and Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisors. This is a direct response to feedback from those in LSA’s base, as they feel most directly impacted by local government bodies. More information on LSA’s 2024 election initiatives and endorsed candidates may be found here: www.landstewardshipaction.org
Contact: Emily Minge, LSA, eminge@landstewardshipaction.org, 612-400-6353