Big River Farms offers education in organic agriculture for farmers who have historically been underrepresented in farm ownership—including BIPOC, women, and New American farmers. We provide beginning farmers in the program mentorship and guidance in managing their own 1/8 to 6-acre plots of certified organic land at Big River Farms, our 150-acre incubator farm near Marine on St. Croix, MN.
Meet the Farmers
Big River Farms farmers come from highly diverse backgrounds. On any given day, you’ll meet farmers from 10 different countries while walking through our fields.
Recent News
Farm to Family — a win-win during tough times
August 20, 2020Food shelf and meal program guests are receiving an increased benefit this summer: locally grown, fresh, organic produce from Big River Farms. Thanks to donor support, farmers can sell their produce directly to The Food Group for distribution to local food shelf partners. Contributions are leveraged to provide nutritious, high-quality vegetables and fruits to families […]
Recent News
Local Food is Essential
July 17, 2020July 17, 2020 Big River Farms CSA members and our supporters know the social, economic, and environmental benefits of choosing local food. From supporting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) farmers, to accessing fresh nutritious produce, to reducing the distance your food travels, eating local has a huge range of positive impacts. Recently, our friends […]
Emerging Farmers Conference
The annual Emerging Farmers Conference serves to advance the success and sustainability of farmers who traditionally face barriers to the education and resources necessary to build profitable agricultural businesses. Join us Jan. 24-25, 2020. Free for farmers.
