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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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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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Inclusive Trade

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Mississippi Market is a member of National Cooperative Grocers (NCG), a business services cooperative for retail food co-ops in the United States. One of the more recent programs they’ve been developing is the Inclusive Trade Program, designed to identify diverse suppliers and ultimately increase the representation of these suppliers in…

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Community Partner Spotlight: Urban Growler

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Urban Growler is the first women-owned microbrewery in Minnesota. They brew delicious craft beer and offer a full food menu of thoughtfully sourced eats out of their taproom and beer garden. Our Recommendations: Urban Growler recently re-released the Jalapeno Cowbell Cream Ale, which adds a nice spicy kick to…

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Juneteenth Book Recs by Dr. Artika

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Dr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, award-winning author, sought-after speaker, and advocate for justice. She is the founder of Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute, working to “plant people” while offering them key educational and learning opportunities. This organic process aims to cultivate a multicultural literary and…

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Rainbow Recipes to Celebrate Pride Month

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Pride Month is recognized each June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising and celebrate the identities, contributions and achievements of LGBTQIA+ individuals past, present and future. Celebrations include parades, festivals, parties, workshops and concerts with millions of participants around the world. Whether you’re showing your pride or showing your support,…

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