• Farm Experience in Dakota County: Brand Farms has an old world approach with 21st century sustainability

    The only thing that can make one of Aaron Brand’s favorite apples, the Haralson, better is turning it into a caramel apple. “The caramel apples are my favorite item in our farm’s store. It’s good to snag one every now and then.”

  • Heather’s Home Goods: Garden Paradise in Minnesota’s Cold Spot

    Heather Mahoney found her garden paradise in Embarrass, Minnesota. With her husband of 20 years and her little guard dog Storm, Heather has established an oasis for her family and her Embarrass and Virginia-area community.

  • Big Dreams and Microgreens: Zumbrota’s The Greensted’s Regenerative Community Project

    Dean and Jayne Bredlau have built a regenerative space—both for agriculture and their community—on a tranquil hilltop in Zumbrota, Minnesota. Discover the inspiration and mission of The Greensted and the Greensted Farm store.

  • Sunset Creek Farm: Organically Grown Grains on the Table in a Snap

    Sunset Creek Farms of Albany, Minnesota grows, cleans, and mills grows organic grains to produce a cleaner flour. Enjoy it at home through their convenient and tasty waffle, pancake, cookie, and muffin mixes.

  • Fueling the Local Movement: Crafting Cosmetics and Ethical Food Products on Boomflower Farm

    At Boomflower Farm outside of Kenyon, Minnesota, Katy Lund is on a mission to share high-quality local products with her community, family, and friends.

  • Thompson Family Farm: Historic Site Provides Fresh Fruits and Veggies for Modern Families

    Thompson Family Farm has been an active farm for over 130 years. “The first parcel of land was about 100 acres square,” explained Laura. “The barn was originally built in 1898. The house is at least 120 years old. It’s really awesome to be able to be a part of that kind of history.”