Did you get some strawberries in 2020? We hope so! The season is so short, and we know it takes you some effort to get to our farm when the strawberries are ripe. Many people ask me why we close early some days, and how long it takes to grow strawberries. If you are one … Read more
This is it! The strawberries are ripe, and we are about to open for our short, three week season! You don’t want to miss this sweet chance to connect with faith, farm and family! Get ready for a delicious experience! Mon-Sat: 8 am – 7 pm CLOSED SUNDAYS Sometimes we close early for ripening time … Read more
Today, the view from my window changed a bit. Dan is out in the field, uncovering strawberry plants. It’s a relief to see tractors in the field, new plants peeking into the air, and the promise of a new season. Thinking of strawberries inspired me to call some of the teenagers who have worked on … Read more
We are so thankful for the Karen people in Willmar. We’re grateful for the good work they do at Brouwer Berries, and the blessing they are to the Willmar, MN area. One of our employees, Hsa, took the time to share her story: Born in Burma My name is Hsa Kee Lar. I remember when … Read more
One of the fun things about having many guests visit our farm is the chance to meet the gifted people in this community. Patti L. is one of these people. She has an eye for beauty, and the ability to capture it on camera. Patti introduced herself to me a few years ago by asking … Read more
It’s date night on the farm, and tonight, for our hot date, Dan and I headed out to use our new toys, a soil probe and a Soil Compaction Tester, purchased with grant dollars from the good state of Minnesota. What fun! Field 1: Winter Rye Cover Crop: Sheep Grazed 5 days Field 3: Three week old … Read more
My husband Dan loves cows. Has loved them since he was a boy visiting his grandpa’s dairy farm in Northwest Iowa. He went to college to be a dairy farmer, but soon realized we couldn’t afford to start our own dairy. So, he started a strawberry farm. About 2013, he figured out that he could … Read more
Sustainable Agriculture Grant: 2019-2021 Our crop advisor talks about soil as a grand symphony. He says that if all the parts are in balance, it will be like a symphony, and beautiful music will result. Our desire is to create a soil symphony that grows stupendous strawberries. Last fall, we applied for and received, from … Read more
You’ve heard that growing up on a farm develops character. One of the interesting parts about inviting lots of people to our farm is that our visitors tell me stories about their farm memories. I love these stories, and the way they reveal the character of our visitors. As part of an article for the … Read more
Dear Strawberry Friends, As you thrill to the budding of the trees, and the greening of the grass, are you thinking ahead to summer, and ways you can use the time to strengthen your family bonds? One of the best ways to build family bonds is to have shared experiences and traditions. Many of you … Read more