Get to Know the Farmers Market Nutrition Program The Farmers Market Nutrition Program is a federal program administered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. It seeks to provide fresh, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs to … [Read more...] about Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Guest Author Rachel Sannerud My farm story began in 2017 when my now husband and I moved onto our farm just outside of Milaca, Minnesota. Aside from the old barn, we started with limited cash and infrastructure. But my knowledge carried me through … [Read more...] about Meet a Farmer: Rachel of Pluck Flower Farm
What you need: Strawberries (as many as you desire) Paring knife Small wooden skewers (forks will work too) A vase Get Carving Stick the top of the strawberry with the green leaves onto a wooden skewer. Your berry should be upside … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Strawberry Bouquet
Simple syrup 1 pint of berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries), chopped 1/3 cup honey ½ cup water Combine ingredients in a sauce pan and simmer over low heat for 20-30 minutes or until berries are broken down and a thick liquid forms. … [Read more...] about Recipe: Minnesota Sweet Flower Berry Tea
Summer brings warm nights, hot grills, and icy slices of watermelon. On the Sandmeyer’s third generation farm in northern Minnesota, the family strives to raise high quality meats that are sure to steal the show at your next barbeque. We talked with … [Read more...] about Meet a Farmer: Shawn of RKJ Ranch
