May Lee’s story as an organic farmer begins with the story of her mother. For years, May Lee’s mother worked on a U.S. farm that exposed her daily to harmful chemical pesticides. Eventually, her mother developed cancer linked to pesticide poisoning. … [Read more...]
Retirees Lunch Club Keeps Giving Tradition Alive
COVID can't stop tradition of giving “Federal Reserve Bank employees have a culture of giving, and even COVID-19 can’t stop it,” according to Rod Broome, treasurer of the former employees lunch club. The Club has held quarterly lunches since … [Read more...]
Volunteer Spotlight: Ann
Did you know we have a dedicated team of volunteers that help with our CSA (farm share) every season? They are an integral part of what makes Big River Farms CSA successful, ensuring our members receive veggie shares each week. Every Wednesday … [Read more...]
LEAFF: Local Emergency Assistance Farmer Fund
The Local Emergency Assistance Farmer Fund (LEAFF) was launched to help small-scale BIPOC farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many farmers who attend farmers markets, sell to schools, corporate cafeterias, universities, restaurants, and events such … [Read more...]
Thank U Store Honors Essential Workers
Although most of the economy was shut down by the COVID-19 pandemic, some workers have never been busier. While they experienced feelings of haste, stress, and chaos, the rest of us were forced to slow down. Minnesota’s essential workers risk their … [Read more...]