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The Village Agricultural Cooperative creates opportunities for our communities to grow culturally relevant food. Our goals are founded in our community needs, and by creating space for public and market gardens in urban areas, we address the health needs of our people and planet while building hope for future generations. We believe that sustainable agriculture creates healthy communities.
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Village Farmers Market
July 26 - Oct 11
Tuesday Evenings
Four - Seven pm
History Center of Olmsted Co.
1195 W Circle Dr, Rochester, MN 55902
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Winner of 2021 Environmental Achievement Award
From left to right: Chandi Katoch, Board Vice President; Kim Sin, Board Chair; Amanda Nigon-Crowley, Executive Director
Photo credit: OlmstedCounty.Gov
We are honored to accept an Environmental Achievement Award from Olmsted County and Rochester Public Utilities acknowledging our work in sustainable urban agriculture, nominated by Anna Oldenburg of Olmsted County Public Health. These awards recognize community members, businesses, and organizations that make a significant contribution to environmental quality in Olmsted County by utilizing sustainable and innovative programs and practices that demonstrate environmental leadership.
2022 Season Plans
MDA Research: AGRI - Diverse Crop Production in Northern Markets
Expansion - Covenant Church
Expenses: Waterline, tilling, posts/markers, bathroom, fencing
Washing/packing/handwashing/weighing station installation
Market Hub Development
https://www.farmersmarkethub.org/lfpp-2022-2024/, Installation of 3 washing/packing and handwashing stations.
Expansion - History Center
Well - Need major funding, 40 - 60K
Hoop House installation - pending approval
Expenses: Waterline, tilling, posts/markers, rent, fencing
Washing/packing/handwashing/weighing station installation
Green Thumb Initiative
Gather roster of interested gardeners and build compost dump to grow gardens
Jubilo Farm
Hoop House: Install End Walls, Add Electricity & Skin High Tunnel
Washing/packing/handwashing/weighing station installation
Compost Station - Operation to provide income, Researching and seeking funding
Presbyterian Church
Water line repair
Community Collaborations
Mayo Clinic Office of Equity Research
Master Gardeners of Olmsted County
Rochester Community Initiative
University of MN - Rochester
Farm Fest - Rochester Cambodian Association
Regenerative Agriculture Alliance
2023 Plans
Children’s Play Area development - Covenant
Well installation - History Center
Feasibility study for Farmer’s Market use of buildings, commercial kitchen
Jubilo Farm - Composting Toilet
Donate to our cause
We need support for our operating expenses, staff wages, utilities and site improvements. Your kindness goes a long way!
As a Minnesota nonprofit, we greatly appreciate
your tax deductible donation.
Get in touch
Current Major Supporters
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Minnesota Department of Agriculture: AGRI Demonstration Grant
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Regenerative Agriculture Alliance
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University of Minnesota - Regional Sustainable Development Partnership
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Renewing the Countryside & USDA: Local Food Promotion Program; Minnesota Farmers' Market Hubs
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Mayo Clinic - Office of Equity Research
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Compeer Financial
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Minnesota Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP)
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Advanced Business Systems Inc.