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 Courtesy of Moulton Orchard
Apple Adventures Await
Fall is just around the corner, orchards are beginning to open their doors, and early-season apple varieties are showing up at farmers' markets! As Minnesotans know, from First Kiss and SweeTango, to Honeycrisp and Haralson, local apples taste best when grown in Minnesota because they are literally designed for our state's climate!đ
Looking to make memories? Visit your local orchard for fresh, delicious fruit! There are over 150 apple orchard listings in the Minnesota Grown directory. Remember, ripening varies across the state, so be sure to check with your local orchard for optimal picking conditions.
Pro tip! Use our Pick Your Perfect Apple Chart to find your dream apple!
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 Courtesy of Owl Forest Farm
Flowers in Focus: Owl Forest Farm
Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram for a closer look at Minnesotaâs vibrant local agricultural scene! Follow along for behind-the-scenes farmer features, on-farm events, practical tips for making the most of each seasonâs freshest produce, and inspiration for enjoying whatâs in season right now.Â
Earlier this month, we featured Owl Forest Farm in Iron:
đ»Looking for Sunflowers? Peonies? Lilies? Whether youâre a bloom enthusiast, bride-to-be, or simply craving a stroll through rows of blossoms, Owl Forest Farm in Iron is the place to visit.đŒ
Kate and Ron Paul own and operate Owl Forest Farm in the heart of the Mesabi Iron Range. With the help of sons Noah and Leevi and Kateâs mother, Donna, the Paulâs care for 5 acres of annual and perennial flowers.
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 Courtesy of Festival Foods, Andover
Look for the Logo: It Means Local
Whether you have been reading this newsletter for years or are a new subscriber, we thought we'd take a moment to reintroduce you to the Minnesota Grown program. When you see the Minnesota Grown logo, youâre looking at something truly local. That apple? Picked at a nearby orchard. That pork? Raised by a Minnesota farmer. That jar of salsa? Made with Minnesota tomatoes or peppers. The logo is protected in state law and it means the product was grown right here, with at least 80% of its ingredients from Minnesota farms.
Right now is the perfect time to look for the logo at grocery stores as many retailers are proudly highlighting local foods during our annual Retailer of the Year Contest. And if you're hunting for fresh finds beyond the grocery store, check out our popular farmers' market directory where you can search by location, product, or even day of the week to plan your next local food adventure!
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 Fair Time Fun & Other Events
Find us at the Minnesota State Fair August 21-Labor Day đĄ
Amidst the delicious foods and wild rides, the heart of the fair is in farming, and at the Minnesota Grown booth you can talk to Minnesota Grown farmersđ©âđŸ, explore a display of local productsđŻ, and vote for how you'll support local farmers after the fair đ«!
Also in the Minnesota Department of Agriculture exhibit in the Agriculture/Horticulture Building, you can catch "Read and Grow" story time with MN Agriculture in the Classroom every day at 10 and 11 a.m., learn about invasive pests and pick up a Junior Entomologist Kit, and learn about resources for farmers from the Emerging Farmers Office.Â
More Upcoming Events
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