As we begin Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor and commemorate the legacy of millions of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have played huge roles in the great American story. Here
With a variety of experience often hard-won through working for others, Minnesota Latinos are looking for ways to lower barriers to ownership. An outreach program for new farmers was started by Wayne Martin, an Extension livestock educator who retired in June.
Growing markets for Cooperativa Agua Gorda in Long Prairie
lthough named after a small community in north-central Mexico, Cooperativa Agua Gorda has spent nearly a decade growing deep roots in Minnesota.
Javier Garcia (left) and Molly Zins (right) at the end of the growing season, 2019. Photo credit: Elizabeth Quillo.
Member and owner Javier Garcia manages the certified organic farm in Long Prairie, where he and his team produce fresh melons, tomatillos, tomatoes and peppers each growing season. After finding success distributing Agua Gorda produce to Twin Cities households through the Shared Ground Farmers’ Co-op and restaurants like La Loma Tamales, Garcia has wanted to find markets closer to home.