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Farmers Urged to Support Local Markets Amid Extreme Weather

7/9/2025

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Farmers in Red Wing, Minnesota, are grappling with the harsh realities of extreme weather, from damaging hail to relentless rain, as highlighted by market manager Sara George. She calls on the community to rally behind local markets and appreciate imperfect produce. A recent webinar led by Natalie Hoidal offered insights on overcoming these challenges to sustain crop production for local needs.

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Story summary

Farmers in Red Wing, Minnesota, are grappling with the harsh realities of extreme weather, from damaging hail to relentless rain, as highlighted by market manager Sara George. She calls on the community to rally behind local markets and appreciate imperfect produce. A recent webinar led by Natalie Hoidal offered insights on overcoming these challenges to sustain crop production for local needs.