Our Food Shelf is open twice a week. We typically serve an average of 26 - 30 households per week. Neighbors are able to visit weekly. Our neighbors shop unassisted and fresh produce is the first choice they see as they begin to shop. Fresh produce is very popular as most are unable to pay grocery store pricing for these items. We also always are in need of personal hygiene items and dish soap/laundry soap.
Please call the Pine River-Backus Family Center before delivering at 218-587-4292 to be sure staff is available to receive your delivery.
ProducePedia
ProducePedia is a free resource that covers the types of fresh produce that can be delivered to food pantries. Each entry includes information on color, taste, and possible uses. People unfamiliar with the vegetable or fruit will learn how to use it, and those who are familiar with it still might learn a fun fact or two!
The Cooperative Extension sites have a wealth of information for any backyard gardener. Once you go to the site (each one if very different from the others) look for a link for “homes and gardens”, “landscape”, “consumer horticulture”, etc. to find information on improving your backyard garden. Neighboring state sites may offer information your own state’s site lacks.