Minnesota Grown's Pick of the Month newsletter offers you tips on what to look for in seasonal food and products.





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June Pick of the Month Banner with Strawberries

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Strawberries in the field.

Strawberries are Here!

The cream of the crop is back! Strawberry?season is short and sweet with seasonal availability just tailing off in southern Minnesota and getting into full swing in the north, so don't wait if strawberries are your favorite! Dreaming of blueberry pie? Blueberries and raspberries will start being ripe in July!

When picking your own, be sure to call farms in advance before visiting to confirm hours and availability, and don?t forget to bring a hat, sunscreen, and water bottle to ensure a fun and safe experience. Pre-picked berries can also be found at many farmers' markets, but go early because these popular treats can sell out fast!?

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Minnesota Grown Members in the News

Goldeman's Greenhouse live from the farmers' market on KSTP [ [link removed] ].

Microgreens from Kinney Mini Farms featured on KSTP [ [link removed] ].

Fellers Ranch featured in Mankato's Connect Business [ [link removed] ].

Read about the Clover Valley Farm Trail in Duluth News Tribune [ [link removed] ].

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Prairie Yard and Garden Recipe for Strawberry Jam [ [link removed] ]

Recipe: Strawberry Freezer Jam?

Minnesota Grown has partnered with Prairie Yard & Garden on Pioneer PBS for the video series "Live Local with Minnesota Grown!"?

Looking for more berry goodness? Try?Afton Apple Orchard's recipe for raspberry muffins [ [link removed] ]?or Nowthen Berries'?tips on preserving strawberries [ [link removed] ].

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Market table with cucumber, zucchini, rhubarb, beets and more.

Have You Found Your Farmers' Market Yet?

Summer market season is getting under way with most markets now open. Locate your nearest market and start eating seasonally!

It's great to pop into the farmers' market to shop for the freshest food around, but when possible, make a market visit an event! Plan to meet a friend for lunch or coffee while you walk the stalls and see what is coming up at a farm near you. Does your market have live music? Fresh bread? Squeaky cheese curds? How about a food truck with your favorite fried treat? Plus, the joy of the market can bring smiles long after when you look in your pantry and rediscover the pickled beans or local honey you picked up along the way.

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