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Local Profile: Ferndale Market

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Ferndale Farm: A Legacy of Free-Range Turkey Farming Nestled in the scenic Little Cannon River Valley of Cannon Falls, Minnesota, Ferndale Farm has been a cherished family operation since 1939. Dale Peterson arrived in this idyllic location with a passion for raising free-range turkeys, armed with a degree in poultry…

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Local Profile: Thousand Hills Cattle Co.

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Regenerative Renegades: Cultivating Change Through Regenerative Farming Thousand Hills has been revolutionizing food, farming, and sustainability since its founding in 2003. Their mission goes beyond providing nutrient-dense, Lifetime Grazed 100% Grass Fed Beef. At the core of their operation is regenerative agriculture—a holistic approach to farming that nourishes the…

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Local Profile: Whistling Well Farm

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**Save the Date for Our Fall SweeTango Apple Flash Sale on Friday, Oct. 4!** Whistling Well Farm, named for the well that whistles when the wind blows just right, is nestled in the scenic St. Croix River Valley in Hastings, Minnesota. Since its founding in 1972, the…

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Meet Mogi Bagel

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Meet Mogi Bagel! Founded by Megan Berray-Larsen in January 2023, Mogi Bagel has quickly become a beloved name in the Twin Cities for their delicious New York-style bagels. The Mogi Bagel Story Megan began her bagel journey in her home kitchen, driven by a passion for creating the perfect…

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Shepherd’s Way Farms

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Meet Shepherd’s Way Farms, a Minnesota sheep dairy farm that embodies their commitment to sustainability, community, and quality in every aspect of their operation. Located about an hour south of Minneapolis, Shepherd’s Way Farms spans 43 acres of lush pastures dedicated to their 225 sheep, along with a…

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Meet Wisconsin Growers Cooperative

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Wisconsin Growers Cooperative (WGC) was founded in 2006 to help 20 local Amish families maintain ownership of their farmland and collectively market their fresh produce. Now comprised of approximately 36 small family farms in western Wisconsin, the farming co-op’s members are dedicated to using approved organic farming methods and practices.

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Community Partner Spotlight: Elite Towing

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Elite Towing: Delivering Elite Service for Over a Decade For over a decade, Elite Towing has been building community by getting people back on the road and back to living their lives. This institution has been a helping hand for countless drivers across Minnesota. However, it is not just about…

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Community Partner Spotlight: Grand Hand Gallery

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Nestled on Grand and Dale, the Grand Hand Gallery isn’t just a place to admire art—it’s a growing hub of community engagement and artistic diversity. Since Rachel Hartzler and Jim Jacobson took over in September 2022, they’ve taken on the mantle of caring for this dynamic space, while nurturing a…

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A Trip to Harmony Valley Farm

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Presented by Amanda Paa, Heartbeet Kitchen Side winding back and forth down country roads, nestled deep within the hills of the Driftless Valley, you’ll find the most fertile fields and the hands who tend them. Harmony Valley Farm in Viroqua, Wisc., is…

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