(NAFB.com) – State Farm Bureau officials in Minnesota are focusing on urban agriculture with an upcoming conference next week. The Minnesota Farm Bureau will host an Urban Agriculture Conference on the St. Paul campus of the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities on Saturday, January 13. The free event will focus on issues related to urban agriculture, including land access, water access and funding. The event features speakers from USDA, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, the Minnesota Farm Bureau, state educational faculty, and elected officials from the state. Other topics include roof-top solar arrays, hydroponics, urban planning and urban food systems. Another session will focus on technical assistance on how to apply for grants and other funding. Organizers say they may hold similar events in places like Duluth, St. Cloud and other parts of the state to expand their outreach to urban farmers. Registration for the event is available on the Minnesota Farm Bureau website.