4-H has been a lifelong passion for me. I spent 12 years as a member myself, and now we are coming full circle because my kids are members of the same club I was in as a child. 4-H empowers kids to develop a variety of skills, all with a focus on leadership, through a wide…
It’s planting season on our CGMN volunteers’ farms! Our volunteers have been busy prepping their fields, planting their crops, and some are even getting their gardens ready for the summer. While our farmers are preparing their fields for their crops, many are also cleaning out their flower beds, and fruit & vegetable gardens to make…
Where is your farm located? Along with my husband, Jacob, and his sister (Jessica) and her husband (Ben), we own and operate our farm, HyTest Ag LLC. Our farm is located just about an hour straight west of the Twin Cities in between Green Isle and Hamburg, Minnesota. What do you grow/raise on your farm?…
As Minnesotans, summer always feels like a sweet reward after making it through another long, challenging winter. At CommonGround MN, our volunteers are busy all summer long with their crops, their animals, their families, and more, but they still manage to find the time to create some of the tastiest recipes to make summer even…
Impress everyone (especially mom) this Mother’s Day with our curated list of flavorful and fun breakfast recipes! Whether mom likes sweet or savory foods, she’ll appreciate the time you put into making this meal and the moments spent together. Apricot and Brie Toast Recipe from Carolyn Cope on Instagram Ingredients Ingredients: 1 baguette ⅓ cup…
Spring has sprung and if you live in Minnesota, it finally feels safe to (maybe) put away winter coats for the season and sit back and watch the snow begin to melt! So, it only seems right to trade warm, hearty meals for something sweet and light. We’ve put together a couple of recipes from…
Hello! My name is Lauren Biegler. Our family lives near Lake Wilson, Minnesota, on my husband’s family farm. His name is Bryan and we have three children – Alaina, Aubrey, and Wesley. We also have the resident farm dog, Bernie, and the kids adore our cat, Leona, and the many outdoor kitties! How long have…
One of our most frequently asked questions is “How do I feed my family to make sure they are eating healthy?” This question is often followed by more questions including “What’s better, a co-op or a farmers’ market?”, “Am I still getting the healthiest options if I choose to shop at Cub, Walmart, or Target?”,…
Happy Women’s History Month from CommonGround Minnesota! This month, we are sharing the women who inspired our heroes – our CGMN volunteers. Take a look at what women have impacted our volunteer lives below. Katie Brenny Great Grandmother Lee (aka Gold Shoe Grandma) Where to start with this story. She was every bit classy yet…
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