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This tea brand, established in 1997 was one of the first to be USDA certified Organic in 2002, brand name is written in sanskrit, and is distributed in Milwaukee, WI.
What is, Rishi Tea.
This bright orange herb is used as a natural remedy for inflammation, containing curcumin- an active compound giving it's relieving properties.
What is, Turmeric.
What common vegetable is made up of 95% water, making it one of the most hydrating foods to eat?
What is, a cucumber
What fermented milk drink gets its name from the grains that resemble its texture? It got its start in Russia before becoming more popular as a digestive aid around the world.
What is, kefir
A 4-letter "L" word that is a bobcat or the Minnesota WNBA team?
What is Lynx
In 2023, NCG reported the average co-op sources what percentage of sales from local products? 8%, 12%, or 22%
What is, 22%
A collection of practices that focus on regenerating soil health and the full farm ecosystem.
What is, Regenerative Organic Agriculture (Regenerative Agriculture or ROC certified is accepted)
Which spicy root vegetable is commonly grated or ground into a paste and used in sushi dishes?
What is, wasabi
There's a town in the Peloponnese region of Greece with a namesake food item known for its purple color and smooth meaty texture. What is this fruit?
What is, Kalamata Olive
A 1992 sports movie, filmed entirely in Minnesota featuring a team of young ragtag Minneapolis athletes
What is, Mighty Ducks!
This MN native business uses holistic and regenerative practices to raise their cattle, while promising "life-time grazed" from start to finish.
What is, Thousand Hills.
You have more of these cells than human cells in your body.
What is, bacteria (cells).
This green food is most commonly produced in Persia, while another variety has a much smaller and sweeter flavor found in the Florida Keys.
What is, a Lime!
The number of food co-ops is rising every year, the number of food co-operatives in the U.S. is approximately: 50 , 100, 200, or 300
What is, 200 stores
Minnesota shares a border with 4 other states, which of these borders is the shortest?
This local producer sells skincare products and herbal supplements, the name sounds to those of our surrounding white barked trees.
What is, Birch Botanicals.
White Willow Bark and Meadowsweet contain salicylic acid, a compound found in a common over the counter pain reliever (often coined with the jingle, "one of these" a day will keep the doctor away).
What is, aspirin.
This medicinal herb used in supplements and teas, has a name that is rather angelic or...holy.
What is, Holy Basil or Tulsi.
Their products are found in aisle one of our co-op, this coffee company is a global co-operative, and 100% farmer owned.
What is, Pachamama Coffee.
Voyageur's National Park, Superior National Forest, and Quetico-Superior County surround this wilderness area that spans over 1 million acres
What is, Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA)
In 2024, over what amount was raised for Iron Range non-profit organizations: $10,000, 14,000, $20,000, or $24,000?
What is, $24,000!
A natural anti-microbial, keeping this in a jar-uncontaminated, will keep indefinitely.
What is, honey.
Which vegetable, often mistaken for a vegetable but actually a flower bud, has been celebrated in festivals in Italy and is known for its antioxidant properties?
What is an Artichoke
This woman has dedicated more than 17 years to our co-op and puts Martha Stewart to shame with her baked goods.
What is, Sandy Tardiff!
This state holds the record for having the second biggest state fair in the United States, next to Texas of course.
What is, Minnesota - of course!