Big River Farms (formerly Minnesota Food Association) has been a program of The Food Group since 2017. Farmers participating in the education program are from historically underrepresented communities(i.e. immigrants, people of color, women, … [Read more...]
Local Farmers Grow Community
By this time of year, summer is in full swing and the busy has set in with things like vacations, BBQs, and gearing up for back to school. At Big River Farms, we are at the peak of our growing season – tomatoes are ripening, sweet corn can be eaten … [Read more...]
Gleaning Fresh Produce to Fight Hunger
Spring is finally upon us, which means the growing season is in full swing for farmers, gardeners, and The Food Group. We are so excited to be growing produce on our own TFG micro-farm, rescuing produce from the Minneapolis Farmers Market, and … [Read more...]
Big River Farms CSA Supports Local Farmers
Have you ever seen First Taste, the video of babies tasting different foods for the first time? It’s precious. The babies try everything from yogurt to anchovies and their reactions, displaying the vast emotional range of food, reflect an honest … [Read more...]
From Minnesota to Cuba – A Minnesota Food Association Adventure
Laura Hedeen and Naima Dhore, a MFA Farmer Education Program participant and owner of Naima's Farm, traveled to Cuba as delegates for Witness for Peace. The following is an excerpt of a piece written by Laura, Minnesota Food Association Programs … [Read more...]
