Big River Farms offers education in organic agriculture for farmers who have historically been underrepresented in farm ownership—including immigrants, people of color, and refugees. 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
About our Name – Big River Farms
June 19, 2020Posted June 19, 2020 Dear Friends of Minnesota Food Association & Big River Farms, The Food Group stands in solidarity with our Twin Cities communities in our commitment to equity as, together, we process and rebuild from the compounding effects and unrest following the killing of George Floyd and COVID-19. As our community faces a […]
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.
