Where does your food come from?

supporting local producers

At City Center Market, our local producers are at the heart of what we do. We know our local vendors personally and know how important those partnerships are. At the co-op, we define local as a product grown or produced within a 150-mile radius of the store. Shopping local means that the products are fresher due to shorter travel distances, and lots of hard work and care went in to bringing you the quality items you see on our shelves and in the produce department. When you choose local, you are choosing to support a small business, a family, friends & neighbors. You are keeping more of your grocery dollars in your community!

Below is a list of Local Vendors that we are proud to carry at City Center Market. We have also put together a list of other local farmers that we do not carry, but are local to the area and deserve a shout out!

Artisan Naan Bakery

St. Cloud, MN | Specialty Bakery

naanbakery@icloud.com | 320-774-2142

Artisan Naan Bakery is a small batch, from scratch specialty bakery in central Minnesota, whose signature item is their fresh hand-tossed naan. The bakery also makes pocket pita, chapati, hand pies, and selected other pastries and breads. Their baked goods are sold fresh, never frozen, and can be purchased at food cooperatives & grocery stores throughout the Twin Cities metro and central Minnesota.

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Botanical Lucidity

Minneapolis, MN | Organic Herbal Elixirs

Botanical Lucidity is a 100% woman-owned, certified organic herbal elixir supplement company that is based in Minneapolis, MN. Their elixirs are powdered herbal blends that are used to create medicinal herbal lattes to support your health in various ways. Each elixir is thoughtfully formulated with different herbs that complement one another in function and taste. They are vegan, sugar-free, gluten-free and contain only the highest quality ingredients. 

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Ember Coffee Co.

Big Lake, MN | Air Roasted Coffee

hello@embercoffee.co | 612-416-2588

Ember Coffee Co. roasts specialty coffee that is ethically sourced, produces no carbon emissions, and is exceptionally smooth and balanced due to our air roasted methods. We are women owned and family operated since day one.

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Heavenly Bloom Acres

Mora, MN | Lotion Bars & Lip Balms

It all began when Nicole and her husband moved their family to 25 acres of farmland in Mora, MN. They wanted to use their property to bring people together and bring them joy! Over the course of a few years, Nicole has been creating homemade lotion bars, lip balms and more. She is excited to have created Heavenly Bloom Acres to provide other families with natural homemade products.

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Herbal Beauty

Wells, MN | Natural Handmade Soaps

herbalbeautysoap@gmail.com | 507-995-4861

In the heart of southern Minnesota, there’s a small farm where a husband-and-wife team makes 100% natural soap and skin care products in their new studio. Melissa is an herbalist, and John is an artist. Together, they infuse herbalism and art into a skincare line with both function and form.

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KC’S BEST Wild Rice

Bemidji, MN | MN Wild Rice

kcsbest@paulbunyan.net | 218-751-9750

KC’s BEST Wild Rice, located in Bemidji, MN, is a Native-owned business that offers locally grown wild rice as well as wild rice harvested by hand from our area lakes and rivers.

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One Last Cup

Isanti, MN | Small Batch Coffee

onelastcupcoffeeco@midco.net | 763-600-2013

One Last Cup Coffee Company is a local business owned and operated by two CIHS alumni. Their coffee is Minnesota roasted in small batches. Each batch of coffee beans are hand selected and carefully roasted to create that perfect cup every time!

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Sunrise Flour Mill

North Branch, MN | Heritage Wheat

info@sunriseflourmill.com | 651-674-8050

Rediscover the joy of wheat with our organic heritage flour, harvested from our fields for your family. For people who care how their food makes them feel, where it comes from, and what impact it has for future generations. Sunrise Flour Mill is farmer-owned and operated, expertly cultivating organic easy-to-digest heritage wheat in ways that are sustainable to our lands for generations to come.

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Up Coffee Roasters

Minneapolis, MN | Specialty Coffee

info@upcoffeeroasters.com | 612-728-7208

At Up Coffee we solely source and roast certified organic, specialty grade beans. While this is a rare approach to take within the world of specialty coffee, we strongly believe in our mission to delight conscious coffee drinkers with coffees that benefit both people and planet.

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Windland Flats

Princeton, MN | 100% Grass Fed Highland Beef

info@windlandflats.com | 763-260-1001

Farmer Josh has been a professional small-scale farmer most of his life. The Krenz Family is raising the fourth generation of farmers along with grass fed Scottish Highland cattle on their farm in Princeton, Minn. We raise animals in a humane and sustainable way for our family and yours. We are proud to have been providing local beef to City Center Market since 2011.

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Abraham’s Table Farm

Sandstone, MN | Vegetables, Chicken, Eggs & Beef

abrahamstablefarm@gmail.com | 757-705-2593

Abraham’s Table Farm is a small-scale family farm growing and raising vegetables, chicken, eggs, and beef using best practices for wholistic health. They sell year round directly to people in the twin cities area looking for the most nutritious food. Abraham’s Table Farm is owned by Joel and Megan Barr, who have been pursuing their dream of organic farming for more than a decade now.

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Ewe Betcha

Hinckley, MN | Sheep Wool & Meat

nelson.lanae12@gmail.com | 218-766-5858

Ewe Betcha is a small sheep farm providing fiber and meat. We offer dyed wool for fiber artists to create with as well as finished wool goods.

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ForageScape Farm

Onamia, MN | Pasture-raised & Non-GMO Pork, Chicken, Turkey & Eggs, 100% Grass-Fed Beef & Lamb 

foragescape@gmail.com | 320-733-0649

ForageScape Farm is a family farm located in Onamia producing pasture-raised Non-GMO pork, chicken, turkey and eggs, as well as 100% grass-fed beef and lamb. They offer weekly home delivery & pickup locations in the Twin Cities metro area.

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Gray Duck Farms

Pine City, MN | Grass Fed & Finished Beef, Pastured Pork, Free Range Pastured Chickens & Ducks

grayduckfarms@gmail.com | 651-295-9931

Gray Duck Farms is a family owned farm that utilizes regenerative and holistic practices. They raise grass-fed/grass-finished beef, pastured pork, free range pastured chickens and ducks. This season they will will be expanding into organic vegetable production and offer a U-Pick flower field.

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Hollyhock Alpaca Creations

Grasston, MN | Alpaca Fiber & Wool Creations

teresakukowski@gmail.com | 763-688-3480

After raising alpacas for 13 years, Teresa of Hollyhock Alpaca Creations now buys alpaca fiber and wool from local farms for her creations. She creates insoles, dryer balls, hats, mittens, shawls and more using knitting, felting, weaving and dyeing techniques.

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Linden Grange

Mora, MN | 100% Grass-Fed & Finished Beef & Cattle, Pork & Chicken

kristin@lindengrange.com | 612-709-3909

Linden Grange is a regenerative, pasture based family farm that is committed to providing the most nutritious meats and honey while treating animals with respect and being good stewards of the land. Our beef cattle and lambs are 100% grass fed & finished while our pigs and chickens are fed certified organic feed while living on and eating pasture grasses. Order online or give Kristin a call!

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Maple Run Apple Orchard

Finlayson, MN | Fresh Apples, Cider, Honey & Maple Syrup

info@maplerunorchard.net | 320-400-0444

Fresh apples, Fresh pressed Cider, honey, maple syrup, Maple Cream and hand sewn textiles. We also have fresh baked goods using our farm fresh apples during the apple season. We will have samples of our goods for customers to choose their favorite! Drop in and say hello.

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Medicine Creek Farm

Finlayson, MN | 100% Grass Fed and Finished Beef & Lamb, Pastured Pork

hannah@medicinecreekfarm.com | 612-483-4121

We ethically, humanely, and sustainably raise 100% grass fed and finished beef and lamb, as well as pastured pork using regenerative grazing. Heritage breed hogs are additionally fed certified-organic, non-GMO, non-soy feed from a local grain farm. Visit our website for availability, delivery details & to reserve a custom processed bulk order or USDA inspected meat box online. Come for a tour or book a getaway in our vintage camper or timber frame barn!

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Nelson Grass Farm

Ogilvie, MN | Pastured-raised Chicken, Pork & Eggs

farmers@belsongrassfarm.com | 612-328-8924

Nelson Grass Farm offers pasture raised chicken, pork, and eggs. The animals are rotated on pasture during Minnesota’s growing season and fed a transitional organic, no soy feed in addition to what the pasture has to offer. Delivery in the Twin Cities metro area, St. Could and Mora is available, as well as scheduling on farm pick ups or visits.

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Pettit Pastures

Milaca, MN | Grass-fed Beef & Pasture-raised Berkshire Pork

pettitpastures@gmail.com | 612-401-6872

Pettit Pastures is a family-owned regenerative farm dedicated to providing premium, grass-fed beef and pasture-raised Berkshire pork. With a commitment to sustainable farming practices, Pettit Pastures offers customers the assurance of ethically-raised livestock, ensuring every cut is bursting with flavor and nutritional goodness. From tender grass-fed steaks to savory Berkshire pork, discover the difference of farm-fresh quality straight from Pettit Pastures to your table.

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Pluck Flower Farms

Milaca, MN | Organically Grown Seasonal Flowers

pluckflowers@gmail.com | 630-335-5106

Pluck Flower Farm grows seasonal flowers using organic practices on their homestead just outside of Milaca, MN. Their greatest joy is in providing flowers for you to enjoy, no matter the occasion, by offering bright and colorful arrangements of unique flowers grown right here in MN. They offer a Flower CSA, Weddings, Markets and On-farm events – connect with us on Instagram! @pluckflowers.

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Rust Hill Ranch

Scandia, MN | Grass Fed Beef & Lamb, Forest-Raised Pork, Pastured Chicken & Eggs

hello@rusthill.com | 651-237-2195

Rust Hill Ranch is a 40-acre family farm featuring pastured chicken & eggs, forest-raised pork, and grass-fed beef & lamb. Their regenerative approach prioritize soil health, animal welfare, and rotational grazing within a diverse landscape (woods, wetland, and pasture). They serve the neighboring communities of Chisago County as well as the Twin Cities metro area.

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The Gothic Farmstead

Pine City, MN | Specialty Produce, Eggs & Mushrooms

thegothicfarmstead@gmail.com | 319-464-2091

The Gothic Farmstead is a woman and lgbtq+ owned and operated business in Pine City. They grow and sell specialty produce, raise poultry for eggs, and grow mushrooms for the community at the Pine City Farmer’s Market, through a CSA, and on their roadside farm stand. They farm using low till and regenerative agricultural practices.

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Amador Hill Farm & Orchard (Managed by the Women’s Environmental Institute)

North Branch, MN | Certified Organic Farm offering Fruits & Vegetables

wei@w-e-i.org | 651-583-0705

Amador Hill Farm and Orchard is full capacity organically certified farm offering over 150 varieties of vegetables and fruit, along with educational programming on environmental, food and farming justice. As a nonprofit, the Women’s Environmental Institute (w-e-i.org) manages the farm and several other related programs — North Circle Online Farmers Market, Veggie Rx, CSA, workshare and beginning farmer training. FarmStay options include staying at the farm and participating on the land.

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