Harvesting Health is continuing to grow!
We are currently serving participants through our healthcare and community partnerships, with fresh, locally sourced food distributed on a regular schedule.
As the program expands, new participants are being connected through participating healthcare partners.
Please check back here for program updates, eligibility information, and future enrollment opportunities.
We’re grateful for the continued interest in Harvesting Health and for the partners, farmers, and community members helping us provide more fresh food to more families.
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Harvesting Health
Welcome to your well being journey — designed to help you feel your best — one healthy meal at a time.
When you pick up your food box, you’re not just taking home healthy ingredients, you’re helping to strengthen our local food system, and supporting the hardworking farmers in our region.
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Pick Up Days
First and Third Wednesday of Every Month
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Pick-up Times
Drive-up between
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM -
Pick-up Location
Olmsted Medical Center - Northwest Clinic- Harvesting Health Hub
5067 55th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
“Everyone involved with having OMC in partnership needs a complete heads up. Harvesting Health is a wonderful program. Being able to receive such good local produce ready to be placed in your vehicle every week is very beneficial. A printout of the veggies in the box with tips on preparation and recipes only puts icing on the cake.
Negative interactions aren't present. We are treated with so much kindness and cheer I can't find words to express how recipients feel. We know what we are getting is fresh, the boxes are already made. and distributed evenly.
I initially did not sign up for this service fast enough and was put on a waiting list. When I went inside to complete paperwork, I was lucky and chatted with Lisa, person developing this program. I am now part of this first group of people. No longer on waiting list!!
So, kudos for and to OMC for participating!”
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We’re so glad you’re here! We’re excited to partner with you to support your health by providing access to local farm-fresh food. SE MN Food Rescue & Redistribution (SEMNFRR), in partnership with Olmsted Medical Center (OMC), is proud to launch Harvesting Health, a 12-week program designed to help you feel your best, one healthy meal at a time.
You’ve been thoughtfully referred by your healthcare provider because they care about your overall health, and they know that access to fresh, nutritious food plays a big role in staying well.
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Twice monthly, you’ll pick up a box filled with 18 pounds of fresh, healthy food from local farms.
Every item in your box is chosen with your health in mind.
Instructions for storage as well as delicious recipes for how to prepare the fresh food are included each week.
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Your participation in this program is about more than food, it’s about your whole well-being. OMC is partnering in this effort because they believe good health starts with great care. By making nutritious food part of your care, Harvesting Health supports you in building strong habits that can make a lasting difference in your life.
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Submit Survey Feedback
Thank You for Being Part of the Harvesting Health Pilot!
We need your feedback to help us evaluate our service and continue this important program. Your voice makes a real difference — what you share helps shape the future of Harvesting Health!
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Download Guide Book
Need a quick reference guide to the fruits and vegetables in your box? Download our handy guide with quick on-the-go recipe ideas and best storage practices.
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Share your meal creations
Did you make the meals from the recipe cards? Or maybe you whipped up something completely different. Submit your photos to us! They could end up on our website or social media pages.
What our participants are saying: