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A lush garden filled with green plants and wooden stakes, set against a backdrop of tall grass and trees. The sky is painted with hues of orange, yellow, and blue as the sun sets, casting a serene glow over the landscape.

Berg Park Farm

Emerging Food Producer

$7,000

Poplar, WI“I’ve worked in agriculture for over 13 years, starting on a local CSA farm before moving to Poplar, WI, where I initially rented and eventually purchased Berg Park Farm.… Read More

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A close-up of a freshly baked, golden-brown croissant with visible layers of flaky pastry, resting on a parchment-lined baking sheet. The croissant has a swirl pattern in the center, revealing its intricate, buttery layers and a hint of chocolate filling.

Bread in the Meadow

Established Food Producer

$7,000

Esko, MN “For the past 8 years, under the Minnesota Cottage Food Law, my husband, Stephen, and I have been selling bread and pastry out of our home regularly and… Read More

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A lush garden with rows of green and red lettuce plants growing in tilled soil. A person kneels down, tending to the plants. In the background, there are various green bushes and tall trees under a light, overcast sky.

Downtime Farm

Emerging Grower

$7,000

Grand Marais, MN “Our mission is to provide the local community with high quality, sustainably grown vegetables and cut flowers. Last year, after growing and selling casually for years, I… Read More

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A group of five people stands in a row on a farm, with rows of crops extending into the distance. They are dressed casually, wearing hats and sunglasses, under a sunny sky. A greenhouse and trees are in the background.

Food Farm

Established Grower

$7,000

Wrenshall, MN “Annie Dugan and I have owned this farm since 2010, though the farm operation was begun in 1976. Our passion is providing high-quality food for our community and… Read More

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A field of green crops, possibly onions, with long neat rows stretching into the distance. In the background, there are harvested crops in rows and a red hay rake. A line of trees forms the horizon under a clear blue sky.

Hermit Creek Farm

Established Grower

$7,000

High Bridge, WI “For the past 31 years, we have strived to use regenerative farming practices designed to focus on soil and ecosystem health, improvement of on-farm biological diversity, water… Read More

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Three large cardboard boxes and a small white box filled with a variety of bagels, some topped with seeds or seasonings. Two brown paper packages tied with green string are at the bottom. The boxes and packages are arranged on a gray surface.

Lift Bridge Bagels

Emerging Food Producer

$3,023

Superior, WI “I established Lift Bridge Bagels in 2020 with the desire to provide fresh, handmade bagels, made with organic and high-quality ingredients, to the Twin Ports of Duluth and… Read More

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A variety of bottles filled with amber liquids are arranged on a large, circular wooden slab. The bottles have white labels featuring a leaf design. They are displayed in a well-lit setting, possibly an outdoor market or fair.

Muddy Trails Farm

Emerging Grower

$7,000

Two Harbors, MN “Committed to sustainable living, we utilize traditional methods and handcrafted techniques to bring our community the best homemade syrup, jam, produce, and farm fresh eggs. Our mission… Read More

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A large pile of dried rice stalks is spread out, covering most of the frame. The stalks are intertwined and have varying shades of brown, tan, and gold, creating a textured and dense surface. The image appears to be taken indoors.

Spirit Lake Native Farms

Established Food Producer

$7,000

Sawyer, MN “For over two decades, Spirit Lake Native Farms has been a Minnesota-grown product and local source of pure maple syrup and wild rice. Our unwavering mission is to… Read More

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Daisy Perez-Defoe and children

Birds N’ Things Farm

Emerging Food Producer

$7,000

Ashland, WI “We have been farming in the Ashland area for three years, in a way that speaks to our traditional roots, and on completely raw land. Everything we do… Read More

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The Boreal Farm field and silo

The Boreal Farm

Established Grower

$7,000

Rice Lake, MN “The Boreal Farm is a certified organic, family farm in Rice Lake, MN. We grow fruits, vegetables, and flowers using regenerative practices and raise pastured poultry for… Read More

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Farm Sol produce

Farm Sol

Emerging Grower

$7,000

Saginaw, MN “Farm Sol is a no-till, no-chemical farm that focuses on integrating natural biology for enhanced biodiversity and ecosystem function. Our mission is to raise food that can heal,… Read More

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Lucky Dog Farm

Emerging Grower

$7,000

Two Harbors, MN “My goal is to bring naturally-grown foods using biodynamic methods (synthetic chemical free, permanent mulch methods) to communities on the North Shore. I currently produce blueberries and… Read More

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Midway Meadows

Established Food Producer

$5,695

Esko, MN “In business since 2014, Midway Meadows exists to feed families with humanely raised, Scottish Highland heritage-breed beef. As a Minnesota Water Quality Certified and solar-powered farm, we practice… Read More

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Observation HIll Farm

Emerging Grower

$5,940

Duluth, MN “Our farm was started in 2018 soon after we purchased land above Observation Hill in Duluth. It is a small operation run by our family, Ben, Sara, and… Read More

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Roper Farms

Established Grower

$7,000

Holyoke, MN “Although incorporated in 2011, Roper Farms has been a producer of grass fed beef since the early 1990’s. Our Mission: We grow quality crops and pasture raised animals… Read More

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Farm Lande

Emerging Grower

$4,600

Duluth, MN “Our mission is to produce nutritious food and native perennials that increase the community and ecological resilience of the Northland in the face of climate change. Our short-term… Read More

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Native Wise

Established Food Producer

$7,000

Sawyer, MN “We are a Native-owned and operated family farm that has recently added to our farm by purchasing a historic ranch located on the Fond du Lac Reservation. Our… Read More

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Bean field

Polish Farmer

Emerging Grower

$7,000

Moose Lake, MN “My mission is to grow affordable and nutritious heirloom beans in an environmentally responsible way for our region. Short-term goals center around increasing bean processing efficiency and… Read More

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Rising Phoenix Community Farm

Established Grower

$7,000

Barnum, MN “Rising Phoenix Community Farm was born out of a desire to be a connection between people and their food. We want to work outside and be in harmony… Read More

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Agate Acres

Emerging Grower

$6,217

Two Harbors, MN “We strive to build a deep community and cultivate and strengthen the connection between land, people and food.” – Emily Richey and Kyle Cook, owners The Project… Read More

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Deb Smith

First Foods Farm & Seeds

Emerging Grower

$4,779

Sawyer, MN “I provide local farmer’s markets with fresh, quality produce. Seasonally, you can find my products at Hillside and Lincoln Park Farmer’s Markets. In 2022 plans are underway to… Read More

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Superior Small Batch

Established Food Producer

$7,000

Duluth, MN “Our mission is to feed our community and build up our regional food system with plant-based whole foods. We envision a region where the creation of food is… Read More

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Adam Kemp and his daughter on a tractor

Uff-da Organics

Established Grower

$7,000

Wrenshall, MN “Uff-da Organics is a small family farm in Wrenshall, MN. We specialize in pick-your-own berries, wholesale vegetables and herbs. We’ve been using organic practices since our first seed… Read More

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Baby Cakes Bakery + Savage Girl Salads

Emerging Grower

$3,020

Sawyer, MN “We are Indigenous food producers and live on the Fond du Lac Reservation of Lake Superior Chippewa. We come from generations of harvesters, food producers, artisans and entrepreneurs… Read More

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Growing Together

Emerging Grower

$5,625

Duluth, MN “The mission of Growing Together is to grow produce to feed our community, inspire others to grow their own food and create urban farms to live more sustainably… Read More

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Greenhouse

Northern Harvest Farm

Established Grower

$4,250

Wrenshall, MN “Our goal is to provide local, organically grown produce to people in the Northland community. This gives us the opportunity to do meaningful work and to contribute to… Read More

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