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State Fair Visits for People Who Love Local Food

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State Fairs started as a no-nonsense celebration of the work that keeps us alive: farming. Livestock, crops, the sweat of long summer days… it all got hauled into town to be shown, judged, and sold. Minnesota’s version has grown into a late-August ritual, one part spectacle, two parts tradition, and…

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7 Delicious Brat Pairings for Summer Grilling

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Summer is the kick off to the grilling season (and especially in Minnesota, brat season)! With so many hot afternoons to spend on the patio or in the local park, a variety of brat pairings can keep things fresh, and accommodate everyone’s tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you’ve got a…

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Brat Board

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Start your summer sizzle with a Brat Board. A little bit relish tray and a little bit the Midwestern cousin to charcuterie, the Brat Board is a great way to dish up local flavor this summer. Snacky, satisfying, and somehow both nostalgic and new.  We got to…

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Know Your 2025 Plant Sale Growers

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This year’s Plant Sale offerings have once again been sourced from some of the best local growers. You’ll find an expanded assortment of unique pepper and herb varieties, a wildly beautiful tomato selection, edible flowers and pollinator plants, and an array of unique vegetables for your garden. Everything at…

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International Women’s Day at the Co-op 2025

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International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8 is “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.” Observed since the early 20th century, IWD is an annual  celebration of women and a call to accelerate gender equality through a show of unity,…

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Celebrate Black History Month with The Mims

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Written by Mecca Bos, Co-founder and Executive Director of BIPOC Foodways See more of Mecca’s writing here Don’t miss Vivian Mims’ Award Winning Collard Greens Recipe here! BIPOC Foodways Alliance uplifts, archives, and shares the stories of people of color– especially…

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A Local Champion: Featherstone Farm

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Featherstone Farm has been growing organic fruits and vegetables for over 20 years with a focus on personal, financial, and environmental sustainability. At their 250-acre certified organic farm in Rushford, Minn, Featherstone produces over 70 different crops annually for delivery to local food co-ops, natural food stores, farm-to-table restaurants, and…

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Barnard Farm’s Door County Cherries

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Nestled on the picturesque peninsula of northeastern Wisconsin, Door County is renowned for its vibrant cherry orchards. With a unique microclimate and rich agricultural heritage, this region has become synonymous with delicious cherries that captivate both locals and visitors alike. The Perfect Climate and Soil for Cherries Door County’s geography…

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