Farmer Nathaniel is in his third year of Big River Farm’s education program. This season, he is growing and selling a variety of organic vegetables as a part-time vendor at the Kingfield Farmers Market in south Minneapolis. Some of Nathaniel’s produce is also being sold and delivered directly to some of The Food Group’s agency partners so that food shelf customers have access to fresh veggies.
About
What We Sell
- Organic Veggies
Where We Sell
We Value Nutritious Food
Working with our community partners, The Food Group buys, gleans, grows, and processes fresh produce.
Food Bank
or Food Shelf?
The Food Group is a food bank that supplies other hunger relief agencies with fresh produce, frozen meat, grocery staples, and other household necessities. Food shelves distribute free food to individuals and families in their local communities.
The Food Group believes in food equity. They believe in culturally specific foods. They believe in meeting people where they are at. And most of all, they believe in dignity.
The Food Group volunteer and donor
Learn from Last Year's Event
The 16th annual Emerging Farmers Conference was held virtually in January 2021. Check out the executive summary.
At Big River Farms, we believe everyone who wants to start a sustainable farm should have access to education, land, infrastructure, markets, resources, and connections to meet their goals.
Help raise awareness of hunger in our communities!
Media Inquiries
Contact Sophia or call 763-450-3860.
Cash Grants Are Welcome, Too
Contact Emily Eddy White about making a corporate or foundation gift to The Food Group or call 763-450-3868.
Did You Know?
Over 20% of Black households and 19% of Latinx households report food insecurity, compared to 10% of white households.
Are You a Fare For All Fan?
Share about your Fare For All stop! The more people who shop, the better the prices for everyone.
Equity and Nutrition
Learn more about The Food Group's mission and read our Equity Values Statement and Healthy Foods Policy.
Would your organization like to join our list of groups donating $5,000 or more? Email Laura Mirafuentes or call 763-450-4209.
