Pick-Your-Own strawberry fields are in full swing across the state. Minnesota producers, especially in southern and central regions, are in the heart of the picking seasons and will be wrapping up within the next week or two. Some northern berry … [Read more...] about Minnesota strawberry season is underway
Season will begin mid- to late June St. Paul, MN: Minnesota strawberry producers have reported that fields are blooming. Growers anticipate that the 2017 season will begin mid- to late June for central and southern Minnesota, while farms in northern … [Read more...] about Minnesota strawberry fields now in bloom
Sweet Strawberries are in Season We spoke with strawberry producers across the state about the upcoming season, asked for some preservation and freezing tips, and even got a delicious Strawberry Shortcake Bars recipe. “Strawberry picking is a family … [Read more...] about June Pick of the Month Newsletter has been released
Pairing meats with Minnesota Wines We asked Scott Ellenbecker of Round Lake Vineyards & Winery to offer some insight on pairing entrees with Minnesota made wines. “Everything in wine is balance,” he explained. “Think about flavor ad balance. No … [Read more...] about May Pick of the Month newsletter has been released
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Minnesota Grown program announced the winners of its annual Retailer of the Year contest today in conjunction with the Minnesota Grocers Association. Assistant Commissioner Andrea Vaubel … [Read more...] about Minnesota Grown announces Retailer of the Year winners
The 2017 Minnesota Grown Directory has arrived. The newest version boasts 1,031 member listings of local food and products from Minnesota producers. These listings include apple orchards, farmers markets, honey producers, berry patches, wineries, … [Read more...] about The Minnesota Grown Directory has arrived!
