Food Sustainability

Apple Picking Time!
Posted by Erik Bergs on Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 12:00 AM By Erik Bergs / October 1, 2014 Comment

Nelson's Apple Farm Selling Several Varieties

Back in fall of 2012 I was shocked to find southeastern Minnesota to be almost devoid of apples. Orchards were closed and bins stood empty in the many seasonal stands. Most touristy stores contained only jars of jam and sauce (probably from previous years) staring ominously at the disappointed patrons and staff alike. I had to settle for some Wisconsinite fruit... it was depressing. This year, however, is different. In 2014, apples are making a comeback. The local and sustainable favorite of Minnesotan families...

Central Minnesota’s Food Distribution Network -- From Little Falls to Pine River
Posted by Deanna Olson on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 12:00 AM By Deanna Olson / March 20, 2014 Comment
sprout MN - local produce If you have ever traveled to the Brainerd Lakes Area, you more than likely have experienced the delectable cuisine served by Prairie Bay Restaurant, checked out their big red food truck, or have taken your kids out to the St. Mathias Farm Corn Maze (in the fall). Each of these enjoyable opportunities share a common goal — connecting local community growers and producers to consumers. This has been made possible through the gallant efforts of ...

Food Sustainability and Social Policy
Posted by Deanna Olson on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 12:00 AM By Deanna Olson / January 9, 2014 Comment

Food Sustainability - GMO - Corn - Farmers - 2014

In Solutions to a Farming Future, Steven Gorelick references various ways to better the practices of food production. The fundamental functions of agriculture have drastically changed the vital role of our local farmer. Today it is clear the influence of corporate farming has driven this agriculture and food production transformation. Large food corporations have made it difficult not only for the customer to avoid purchasing items free of genetically modified (GMO) corn, but have also made it difficult for producers to provide an alternative....