Route 1 helps farmers of color put down roots
Feb 13, 2025•9 min
Episode description
Despite the freezing temperatures, the farmers at Route 1 Farms are already deep into harvesting lettuce and herbs this winter. They are growing food through a new creative way of indoor farming. The organization specifically focuses on supporting emerging farmers of color in the state.
Route 1 Farm's executive director Marcus Carpenter joined Minnesota Now to talk about the project.