John and Lydija with The Food Group’s Volunteer Coordinator, Colette “If you value your money, and worked hard your whole life toward financial security, then why let someone else decide what happens to it after you’re gone? Put your wishes in writing!” This is the wise advice of John Tschumperlin, Cargill retiree, long-time volunteer, and […] Read more
Mobile Grocery Programs grow to offer products from 13 local farms and producers
In addition to sourcing local products for our food shelf and hunger relief partners, The Food Group is excited to offer locally grown and raised products from 13 local growers and producers for purchase through our mobile grocery programs Fare For All and Twin Cities Mobile Market this summer! Fare For All’s Minnesota Meat Pack, […] Read more
CSA Volunteer Spotlight – Koshiki
Did you know we have a dedicated team of seven volunteers that help pack your weekly CSA shares? They’re an integral part of what makes our CSA so successful, ensuring members like you receive fresh, beautiful veggie shares throughout our 18-week season. Every Wednesday morning, this committed crew joins us bright and early to pack […] Read more
Farmer Profile: Fagas & Naima
Meet farmers Fagas Salah and Naima Dhore, a city-living couple who decided it was time to make a change and start growing food.