As farmers markets begin opening across Minnesota, farmers and market managers are working harder than ever to create access to local foods. Markets have taken several creative and drastic measures this season in the wake of the pandemic because … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets during COVID-19
While the news takes up a lot of our attention these days, it’s great when a positive story appears. KSTP 5 Eyewitness News in the Twin Cities recently featured Minnesota Grown members Graise Farm, based in Faribault. Check out the story about how … [Read more...] about Minnesota Grown during COVID-19
Distributing local food within a rural community can be challenging. The Women’s Environmental Institute (WEI) in North Branch coordinates an online farmers market to make local food accessible to members of the east central Minnesota community. Read … [Read more...] about Meet a Farmer- Jacquelyn of North Circle Online Farmers Market
Looking for recipes that highlight pure maple syrup? Check out these favorites submitted by our members Righteous Oaks Farm, Camp Aquila Pure Maple Syrup, and Aspelund Winery. Maple Baked Oatmeal, Righteous Oaks Farm Ingredients: 4 cups rolled … [Read more...] about Maple Recipes
Ever wonder what the color indicates about the flavor of pure maple syrup? Read on to learn the ins and outs of the USDA maple syrup grading system. Golden Maple Syrup: Pure maple syrup in this class has a light to more pronounced golden color and … [Read more...] about Maple Syrup Flavor Guide
Since purchasing 172 acres of land outside of Mora in 1997, Debbie and Jim Morrison have established a successful maple syrup operation. We chatted with Debbie about the ins and outs of maple syrup production for our Maple Madness Issue. Deb and Jim … [Read more...] about Meet a Farmer– Debbie of Sapsucker Farms
