Farm Musings

Fermented beets are so tasty and good for you... filled with probiotics, they are a perfect way to capture a bit of summer. Using an InstantPot or other e-Pressure Cooker is an ideal way to cook beets.

Is fat good for you? Cholesterol? Do pasture raised animals change the health impacts to consider? I am always asked these types of questions and found myself recommending various books over the years. I thought it would be nice to compile a list of favorites for future reference.

Turns out a lot of the humidity in Minnesota summers can be traced back to the row crops farmers are growing. "Mature Iowa corn pumps out 49 to 56 billion gallons of water into the atmosphere each day." Yikes!

A quick recap of this year's farm tour for those who weren't able to make it. And a thank you to those who were!

We're rolling out our new packages for this season and we think you'll love the new variety, customization choices and quick ready-to-eat meals we've added for our members.

If you've never been a part of a CSA before, picking up the first time can seem strange. Here are some tips put you at ease before your first pickup.

Besides all the other great reasons to join us for the Eat Local Farm Tour on Saturday, July 16, we've added one more reason: Awesome threads. We'll have TC Farm hats and t-shirts for you to take home. This is a great way to show off your TC Farm pride.

A groups of scientists and professionals have released a Call to Action about the risk of exposure to chemicals used in conventional agriculture and society. Learn more about the data, risks for children and what can be done.

Here are some favorite Freedom shots...

Stop feeling bad about yourself and get to the heart of why you REALLY crave junk food! Lack of willpower is not anywhere on the list.

From third year med school to organic farmer. MPR News has a great write-up with fantastic photos about Steven Schwann, a Minnesota farmer who was one of the first to begin practicing organic farming.

There is nothing like taking a vacation. Thanks to ALL in the TC Farm community for helping to make it possible to take a break! Click the link to see more family vacation photos.

Here are some fun and tasty ways to dress up your burgers so they are a step above ordinary

A few weeks ago, NPR had a segment on their Science Friday show about antibiotics in our food and the issue of antibiotic resistance. Turns out there's a lot we just don't know but some of what we do know is a little scary. Find out more.

A conventional farmer would argue that their GMO fed, constantly-medicated, factory-style animals are better than ones raised organically. This might seem strange to you, but there are a few ways they have valid points. Here is what you need to know.