The story of how Dave and Gail Griffin became bison ranchers starts with a game of cards, though not one they were playing. They'd purchased the farm in Winona in the early 1990s where they were raising dairy bulls for Dave's dad while working busy … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Rockie Hill Bison
Pour something truly special this season with an exceptional whiskey from Far North Spirits. The farm, distillery, and tasting room are located just 25 miles from the Canadian border, but you can find their rye whiskey, bourbon, gin, and rum at many … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Far North Spirits
When planning your holiday gifting, specialty food items like honey, maple syrup, cheese, and wild rice can be excellent options. A small jar of honey makes a great stocking-stuffer, or look for sample sets and gift boxes for a present that is unique … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: The Bee Shed
"I've always had a passion for trees," says Doug Hoffbauer, the namesake of Farmer Doug in Duluth. "Growing vegetables was to keep busy until the trees were ready." And busy they have been! Together with his wife, Lois, Doug has run the farm since … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Farmer Doug
Delicata squash is unique in that the skin is deliciously edible and soft when cooked, eliminating the need to peel. It also has a lovely natural sweetness that you can play up or down, depending on the seasonings you choose. For this recipe, we add … [Read more...] about Roasted Delicata Squash
Fran Barten, a.k.a. "Grandma Fran", runs Barten Pumpkins near New Prague, with the help of her 11 children, 11 in-laws, and 41 grandkids, ages 6 months to 25 years. Grandma Fran says it's not unusual to see a mom working around the farm with a baby … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Barten Pumkins
