AmeriCorps VISTA member creates statewide map of 346 farmers’ markets
AmeriCorps VISTA member, Maeve Mallozzi-Kelly, has reached an incredible milestone in her second year of service with her host site, Minnesota Farmers' Market Association.
Spring FEAST! Tradeshow to Focus on Strengthening Food Businesses
The spring Feast! tradeshow is fast approaching. and will be focusing on strengthening food businesses in the region.
AmeriCorps VISTA spotlight: Maeve Mallozzi-Kelly
Maeve Mallozzi-Kelly is about to start her second year of service through AmeriCorps VISTA. She took some time to share what the past year has been like as she supports farmers' markets and local food producers in the region.
People Power: The Local Food Sustainability Project
The Local Food Sustainability Project, which is spearheaded by AmeriCorps VISTA members, is gathering information from local farmer's foodmakers and farmers' markets to strengthen and support the local food system for years to come.
FEAST! festival returns Saturday, December 11
Save the date for the in-person festival on December 11 and participate in the Online Marketplace.
Supporting Farmers’ Markets through Collaboration
Farmers’ markets are unique businesses. A new committee has been formed to gather the information needed to develop more resources, training, and general support for market managers, vendors and even customers.
Supporting food and farming entrepreneurs together
Sharing knowledge is critical for the success of many businesses. This is especially true of food and farming entrepreneurs. A new advisory committee was recently created to help support food producers in our region.
Strength in Unity: Growing a foodshed
Southern Minnesota has a rich variety of food producers who are kept busy growing food and running their business. Two regional food brands have recently been launched, with support from SMIF, to create opportunities for skill-sharing and marketing.
Growing a Mushroom Farmer: One man’s healing new career
After suffering from PTSD for years, Efraim Cadriel found hope through growing mushrooms.
