Tag: farmers
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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Securing Our Food, Fighting Against Hunger: Minnesota Farmers Bring the State’s Food System Into Public View
Six Minnesota women farmers brought diverse agricultural traditions into public view as the state confronts record food-shelf use, rising costs and food insecurity. Full story: https://minneapolimedia.town.news/g/coon-rapids-mn/n/385757/minneapolimedia-news-securing-our-food-fighting-against-hunger-minnesota
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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Six Women Bring Minnesota’s Changing Agricultural Story to Minneapolis
Six Minnesota women farmers bring dairy, livestock, regenerative agriculture and diverse cultural farming traditions to a Minneapolis stage tonight. Full story: https://minneapolimedia.town.news/g/coon-rapids-mn/n/385644/minneapolimedia-special-report-six-women-bring-minnesotas-changing
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Washington state Hmong farmers face floods at generational crossroads
For nearly two months after Washington’s catastrophic flooding in December, Cathy Moul’s flower farm in Everett was still underwater. All the tulips, irises and daffodils she and her … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a6f6f91bdbf482b9a8a6d47f4826180&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.union-bulletin.com%2fnews%2fnational%2fwashington-state-hmong-farmers-face-floods-at-generational-crossroads%2farticle_c51ae68e-93af-5d8a-b08e-dbb1a52e44cc.html&c=6460426876263824977&mkt=en-us
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WA’s Hmong farmers face floods at generational crossroads
Before the floods, the Hmong farming community was already grappling with who will carry on the work when the older generation no longer can. Full story: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/was-hmong-farmers-face-floods-at-generational-crossroads/
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State funding gives California small farmers a reprieve after federal food program ends
Governor Gavin Newsom approved $15 million to temporarily replace the federal Local Food Assistance Program (LFPA) that helped schools and food banks buy directly from small farms. Full story: https://www.capradio.org/articles/2026/07/13/state-funding-gives-california-small-farmers-a-reprieve-after-federal-food-program-ends/
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Pearl District Culinary Farmers Market reopens after 10 years
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) —A revamp of multiple classic Portland summer markets has popped up on Sunday in Portland. The Pearl District Culinary Farmers Market, between Everett and Glisan, is a market for … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a2795b4707f4fa7b8f2705b7fe75e3c&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.koin.com%2fnews%2fportland%2fpearl-district-culinary-farmers-market-reopens-after-10-years%2f&c=11857265408499446101&mkt=en-us
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The Anchorage Weekender: Firefighters, farmers markets, food trucks and 7 more local events
While the city waits for warmer weather, there are several events to keep you busy. The Anchorage Weekender rounded up 10 things to do in Anchorage, from rap concerts to a reading rendezvous. If car … Full story: https://alaskapublic.org/the-anchorage-weekender/2026-05-14/the-anchorage-weekender-firefighters-farmers-markets-food-trucks-and-7-more-local-events
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This Minnesota City Saw Its Food Scene Shift Thanks To A Nearby Hmong Farming Community
Discover how Hmong farmers transformed St. Paul’s food scene through fresh crops, local markets, and a growing culinary influence. Full story: https://decorhint.com/this-minnesota-city-saw-its-food-scene-shift-thanks-to-a-nearby-hmong-farming-community/
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Why One of Stockton’s Biggest Food Cultures Still Flies Under the Radar
At Stockton’s Saturday Golden Villa Farmers’ Market, Hmong farmers sell bountiful stacks of mustard greens in various stages of growth, flame-orange winter squash, lime-green bitter melons, and large … Full story: https://www.comstocksmag.com/article/why-one-stocktons-biggest-food-cultures-still-flies-under-radar
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Sheboygan County spring outlook calls for wet and slow warmup
Various weather forecasters have different predictions for what spring could bring to Sheboygan, but two expect it to be a rainy season. Full story: https://celticswire.usatoday.com/story/weather/2026/03/23/wisconsin-spring-forecast-sheboygan-county-wet-season-noaa-farmers-almanac/89226176007/
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A Half Century Home: 50 Years of Hmong Resettlement in Eau Claire, A Documentary
Chippewa Valley livestock farmers, producers, and organizations lean on each other while preparing for more marketplace changes. Full story: https://volumeone.org/articles/2026/03/17/384915-film-premiere-a-half-century-home-50-years-of-hmong-resettlement-in-eau-claire
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MochiUnni grand opening to feature free cheesecake, boba bar
MochiUnni dates back to 2023, when co-owners Pa Vang and Rose Xiong started selling desserts and pastries at farmers markets. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69b8d79f56b748e6bb88735f17010f2d&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.jsonline.com%2fstory%2fcommunities%2fnorthwest%2fnews%2fmenomonee-falls%2f2026%2f03%2f16%2fmochiunni-asian-french-bakery-opening-soon-in-menomonee-falls%2f89139417007%2f&c=14848804964186131948&mkt=en-us
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Join Hmong Farmers Conference in Central Wisconsin
Sessions will be presented in both Hmong and English, with interpretation and language assistance available throughout the day to ensure all participants can fully engage. Educational topics will … Full story: https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/join-hmong-farmers-conference-in-central-wisconsin
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Eagle Bluff hosts Hmong farming leader Feb. 28
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center will welcome Janssen Hang, executive director and co-founder of the Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA), for a special installment of its Dinner on the … Full story: https://www.winonapost.com/community/eagle-bluff-hosts-hmong-farming-leader-feb-28/article_0c7ffcf5-a041-43d2-b213-37b764dab3c3.html
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Floodwaters threaten iconic Pike Place Market flower farmers
Historic flooding submerged dozens of Hmong family farms in Snohomish County, threatening spring income, generational businesses and the future of some flower farms. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/floodwaters-threaten-iconic-pike-place-market-flower-farmers/vi-AA1WHYZj
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The Massive Farmers Market In Minnesota Where $35 Fills Your Backseat With Bargains
Imagine walking away with bags bursting with farm-fresh produce, artisanal bread still warm from the oven, and enough local cheese to make your refrigerator proud—all for less than what you’d drop on … Full story: https://familydestinationsguide.com/farmers-market-minnesota-awesome/
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New webinar series by CAFF and UC aids farmers transitioning to organic
The “Transition to Organic Webinar Series,” held on Wednesdays Jan. 14-March 18, covers topics such as the certification process, market dynamics, soil health, and pest and weed management. Full story: https://ucanr.edu/blog/food-blog/article/organic-transition
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Exchanging cultures at the Walker Square Farmers Market
The Walker’s Square Farmers Market returned to Milwaukee’s south side this growing season after five years away from the community. Its return brought live music, coffee, food and, of course, fresh … Full story: https://www.wuwm.com/exchanging-cultures-at-the-walker-square-farmers-market