MN Breakfast on the Farm Events for 2013

With Dairy Month, county fairs, and budding farm fields all around the corner, several Minnesota farms are preparing for their county’s annual “Breakfast on the Farm” event.

Breakfast on the Farm events feature select farms, menus chock full of hearty local breakfast fare, activities, and more. Because each individual county organizes their respective breakfast event, the date, location, price, and other details vary by county.

Here's a quick breakdown of what's coming, and where:

Clay County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 1, 2013, 7 a.m.-Noon
Western MN Steam Threshers Grounds, Rollag, Minn.
Groetsch Dairy, Albany, Minn.
Greg and Sue Harguth Farm, 31723 State Hwy 13, Waseca, Minn.
Goldview Farms, Waverly, Minn.
Jim and Connie Sathre Farm, Adams, Minn.
Dan and Rosie Middendorf Farm, Verndale, Minn.
Ed and Sherri Twohey Farm, Stewartville, Minn.
4-H Food Stand, Cass County Fairgrounds, Pine River, Minn.
Autumnwood Farm, Forest Lake, Minn.
Beltrami County Fairgrounds, Bemidji, Minn.
DuWayne and Laura Holm Farm, Shevlin, Minn.
Perry Meyer and Jason Enter Farm, New Ulm, Minn.
Rice County Fairgrounds, Faribault, Minn.

Cost: Free
Menu: Scrambled eggs, pancakes, strawberries, breakfast sausage, coffee, milk, and ice cream
Activities: Kids pedal tractor pull, farm commodity booths, farm animal zoo, spring planting, barrel train rides, horse drawn wagon rides, tractor wagon rides, merry-go-round, and entertainment

Stearns County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 1, 2013, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Adults $5, children 5 and under free
Menu: Pancakes, eggs, sausage, milk, and coffee
Activities: Farm tours, children’s barnyard, Princess Kay of the Milky Way, Vikings cheerleaders, live radio broadcasts, educational booths, and ice cream cones

Waseca County “Breakfast” on the Farm
Thursday, June 6, 2013, 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Menu: Hamburgers and pork burgers
Activities: Magician, DJ Grain Simmons, kids activities, farm tours, and information booths

Wright County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 15, 2013, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Adults $3, children 5 and under free
Menu: Chris Cakes pancakes, sausage, milk, and coffee
Activities: Farm tour, cheese and ice cream samples, wagon rides, educational agriculture booths, petting zoo

Mower County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 22, 2013 7:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Adults $3, children 6 and under free
Menu: Chris Cakes pancakes, sausage, coffee, orange juice, and milk
Activities: Farm equipment on display, farm safety display, organization displays, horse wagon rides, and kiddie barnyard

Wadena County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 22, 2013 8am-Noon
Cost: Farmer’s share or free will offering
Menu: Pancakes, sausage, strawberries, ice cream, coffee and milk

Olmsted County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 29, 2013, 6:30-11:30 a.m.
Take the bus from the Olmsted County Fairgrounds. Bus ride is free providing at least one member of your party is wearing a $5 Rochesterfest Button.
Cost: Adults $6, children 5-12 $3, under 5 free
Menu: Chris Cakes pancakes, sausage, milk juice, cheese, and coffee
Activities: Horse-drawn wagon rides, free petting zoo, educational agricultural displays, and exhibits

Cass County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 29, 2013, 9-11 a.m.
Cost: Farmers share

Washington-Ramsey County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, June 29, 2013, 1-4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Menu: Lunch while supplies last
Activities: Farm tours, product samples, and farm animals

Beltrami County Breakfast on the Farm
Sunday, June 30, 2013, 8:30 a.m.-Noon
Cost: $5 suggested donation (100% of proceeds will go to agricultural youth programs via 4-H and FFA)
Menu: Pancakes, ice cream, strawberries, sausage, ham, coffee, and milk
Activities: Wagon rides, animal exhibits, and informational booth

Clearwater County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, July 6, 2013, 7-11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Menu: Pancakes, strawberries, whipped cream, sausage, coffee, and milk
Activities: Farm activities and agricultural educational sessions

Nicollet/Brown County Breakfast on the Farm
Saturday, July 13, 2013, 7-10:30 a.m.
Menu: Pancakes, eggs, sausage, milk, and coffee

Rice County Breakfast on the Farm
Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 7:30-9 a.m.
Cost: Free to first 175 people
Menu: Eggs, sausage, fruit, rolls, coffee, orange juice

The cost for some breakfasts is listed as “farmer’s share.” Pam Dahlman, public relations staff at the MN Farm Bureau, explained that this pricing strategy brings attention to how much a farmer or rancher earns per dollar spent on food. The price at those events will be adjusted according to the current market’s farmer’s share, or 16%.

“Currently, farmers and ranchers receive $.16 on average for every food dollar that consumers spend on food,” explained Dahlman. “It shows that there are a lot of different factors that go into the price of food.”

Check the MN Farm Bureau website for event updates and more information, including driving directions.

Cross-posted from Breakfast on the Farm - Twin Cities Taste - May 2013 - Minnesota

[where: Sustainable Food, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Twin Cities, Minnesota]

Youth Farm Springfest Set for May 9th

Youth Farm Springfest is set for 5-8pm, May 9, 2013 at Summit Brewery.

The event will feature food prepared by Alex Roberts and other Twin Cities' chefs.

"Guests will eat, drink, and make merry, all while supporting Youth Farm and Market Project," said Aimee Tritt, a food runner at Youth Farm and Market.

The participating restaurants/businesses boasts an impressive lineup:

• Brasa Premium Rotisserie 
• Restaurant Alma 
• Lucia's 
• Salty Tart 
• Bryant Lake Bowl 
• Birchwood Cafe 
• Joia Soda 
• Sen Yai Sen Lek 
• Tilia 
• Common Roots Cafe 
• Solera Summit Brewery 

The VIP Experience is $75 and includes a private brewery tour starting at 5pm sharp followed by an exclusive tasting and conversation with Alex Roberts. Then VIPs will join the main event from 6 to 8pm to sample a selection of food.

Tickets to the main event are $50. Main event guests will sample a selection of food from 6 to 8pm.

All food and one pint of Summit beer are included in the ticket prices. Additional pints will be available for $2. Buy tickets online at http://youthfarmspringfest2013-es2005.eventbrite.com/?rank=1#

All proceeds support Youth Farm and Market Project’s efforts to build young leaders, promote healthy bodies and minds, contribute to the positive identity of children and youth, create neighborhood connectedness, and develop and nurture healthy relationships.

 [where: Sustainable Food, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Twin Cities, Minnesota]