Several local people have been busily preparing for a big event in the world of bison producers: The National Bison Association summer conference takes place in Becker, Elk River and Otsego June 20-22, when about 200 conference guests visit the Becker-based Snake River Farm owned by husband-and-wife farmers Tom Barthel and Gail Wilkinson.
“I think it’s a big deal to have it in Minnesota,” Barthel said.
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