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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High summer is the perfect time to grab the family and visit a farm! Enjoy sunny days picking fresh produce (by hand or at your favorite market), exploring fields of vibrant flowers, savoring delicious Minnesota wines, or kicking back at a farm festival!
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Two women walk on a gravel road towards a red barn.
Photo courtesy of Squash Blossom Farm
Farm Fun Awaits You!
*Summer is in full bloom, and it's time to savor every sunny moment!* Make the most of the hot weather by discovering a world of fresh air, friendly farmers, and unforgettable experiences.
Take a leisurely farm tour to learn the story behind your favorite foods, or get in on the action by gathering a bouquet of flowers, going berry picking, or getting up close with some farm animals. Looking for a group activity? Gather your friends for a hands-on workshop or a relaxing wine or cider tasting. Don't forget to take lots of pictures to share it all!
No matter how you choose to spend your day, you'll return home with a sun-kissed glow and a basketful of memories. So, ditch the indoors and embrace the summer fun that awaits you on the farm!
*Find On-Farm Activities* [ [link removed]? ]
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Mark Your Calendar for Minnesota Grown Events
*The Minnesota Grown Events Calendar is your go-to guide for unique experiences from our members.* From live music and hands-on workshops, to festivals and farm dinners, there's something for everyone. Connect with local farmers and immerse yourself in the heart of Minnesota's thriving agricultural community.
*Here's a sampling of what you'll find!*
* July 22-28: Local Foods Week of south central Minnesota [ [link removed] ]
* Aug 4-10: National Farmers' Market Week* [ [link removed] ]
* Aug 10: Minnesota Garlic Festival [ [link removed] ]
* Aug 25: Clover Valley Farm Festival [ [link removed] ]
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*Markets across the state will be celebrating National Farmers' Market Week! Find Minnesota Grown and partners at the Lincoln Park Farmers' Market [ [link removed] ] in Duluth on Aug. 8.
*You can get in on the action *-- shop at your local market, snap a picture of what you buy, and tag us on Facebook @MinnesotaGrown [ [link removed] ] or Instagram @MinnesotaGrownMDA [ [link removed] ] wit*h *"#MNMarketHaul. "*Minnesota Grown will give out prizes and reshare some of the best photos throughout the week!*
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Photo courtesy of Painted Prairie Vineyard
Wines for the Minnesota Climate:
Painted Prairie Vineyard
*Painted Prairie Vineyard, nestled in the southwest corner of the state, transforms Minnesota Grown grapes into exceptional local wines*. Krista and Andy Kopperud grow 1 ½ acres of cold climate varieties like Marquette, La Crescent, and Frontenac at their vineyard near Currie, and purchase additional fruit from local producers, all within a 90-mile radius.
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Pictures of honey, a beekeeper, and a bee on a milkweed blossom.
Photos at left and right courtesy of Ames Farm
In Love With Local Honey
Buying local honey directly supports small beekeepers, helping them thrive in their communities, and supports pollinators that farmers need for their crops!
You've probably heard that honey lasts forever, but since raw honey is more prone to crystallization than heavily processed honey, *here are a few tips that will help keep your honey at its best:*
* Store honey at room temperature. Do not put it in the fridge.
* If you are looking to keep honey well beyond the season, put it in the freezer. This will stop the crystallization process and the honey will re-liquefy when it thaws.
* Has your honey crystallized? Place the jar in a pan of water and slowly add heat. Be sure not to bring the honey to a boil. Overheating can cause it to lose flavor and nutrients.
*Looking to cool off?* Honey is great in a refreshing summer beverage like Honey Basil Lemonade [ [link removed] ], or as a quick simple syrup for a Summer Spritzzz [ [link removed] ]!
*Find Minnesota Grown Honey* [ [link removed]? ]
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Dig Into Minnesota Grown News
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Minnesota Live on KMSP headed to* Knapton's Farm & Orchard* [ [link removed] ] in Rockford where where visitors get to pick everything themselves, including sour cherries and raspberries!
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Dale K of Fox9 Good Day visited [ [link removed]?? ]*Little Hill Berry Farm [ [link removed]?? ]* in Northfield and got a preview of the blueberry season!
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*The Bee Shed [ [link removed]? ]*visited the WCCO studio [ [link removed]? ] to share about all the different flowers bees forage on, and how that shapes the flavors of local honey.
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*Minnesota Grown* visited the KTTC studio [ [link removed]? ] in Rochester to share our recipes for refreshing summer beverages using local honey.
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