Minnesota Grown

Xmas in July   ...More It’s pretty hard to think about Christmas when it’s as hot and humid out as it is today.  But some folks in Cologne, Minnesota are doing exactly that.  For E-Clan Shearing, July is the prime month for making sure that your Christmas tree is just perfect when it comes time to cut it down.

Strawberry Picking   ...More Among the whopping number of Minnesota grown strawberry farms, Emily Engberg was able to get out in the sunshine with the Jacobson family at their White Bear Lake farm, the Pine Tree Apple Orchard.

Morel Mushrooms   ...More Morel mushrooms pack big flavor and can be picked right out in the wild.  But it might be the most elusive mushroom in the state.

Gelato   It’s a favorite dessert for many but did you know that some of the best gelato is made right here in the Twin Cities?  Emily Engberg went to Simply Gelato to find out why Minnesota Grown gelato just tastes better.

Bailey Nursery   ...More The count down to spring is on but Minnesota Grown has been celebrating spring since January. Emily headed out to Bailey Nurseries to get the scoop on the busy season there.

Winter Farmer’s Market   ...More Normally you don’t think about heading out to a farmers market in the middle of winter.  Emily Engberg discovered there are quite a few Minnesota Grown Farmers’ Markets in the winter and headed to downtown St. Paul to check one out.

MN Grown Sheep   ...More There is no way to escape the Minnesota cold and this frigid weather makes us appreciate every wool sweater and sock we own and who knew it is made in our own backyard!

The Perfect Tree   ...More   Back To Top Many will be out searching for the perfect Christmas tree.  But with so many options, what really is the “perfect tree”?  Paul Hugunin, from Minnesota Grown, stopped by to make your search a little easier!

Local Gifts   ...More   Back To Top Paul Hugunin, from Minnesota Grown, has some gift ideas that you can only find here in the North Star state!  From a fresh apple gift basket from Pine Tree Orchards in White Bear Lake to wines and honey from Winehaven Winery in Chisago City, Minnesota has some home-grown ideas for you to check out!

Choc. & Rasp. Terrine   ...More   Back To Top Don’t miss out on the delicious fall raspberries!  It’s the perfect pickin’ time.  Chef Ray Wyatt, of The Rivertown Inn in Stillwater, cooks up a raspberry dessert that’s just right for the season!

Minnesota Garlic Festival   ...More   Back To Top In Hutchinson this weekend, the 4th Annual Minnesota Garlic Festival kicks off.  Celebrity Chefs will be there cooking up some savory treats – and some of them you’d never believe are made with garlic.