Farm couple getaway returns to Decorah in March

AMES — To help farm families strengthen relationships and set family goals, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a farm couple getaway.

The event is designed for farmers who want to participate in activities aimed at improving communication, working on farm or family goals, navigating farm transitions or simply taking a weekend away to discuss farm and family matters.

The getaway will take place from 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 13, to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Hotel Winneshiek in Decorah.

Past farm couple getaways have proved to be beneficial. “They are very productive and a delightful time to discuss items of importance to help farms and families be successful,” said Larry Tranel, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.

Registration will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations are due by Feb. 27. The March getaway will accommodate 10 farm couples. The registration fee is $50 per couple, with additional costs covered by local sponsorship.

To register, download the registration brochure or contact Jenn Bentley, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach, at jbentley@iastate.edu; the ISU Extension and Outreach Winneshiek County office at 563-382-2949; Larry Tranel at tranel@iastate.edu; or the ISU Extension and Outreach Dubuque County office at 563-583-6496.

For more information, visit extension.iastate.edu/dairyteam/2026-farm-couple-getaway/.