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November 2025
I have been recently working in Decorah, Iowa, guiding a team and mentoring two leaders and their inexperienced crew through a fresh department transition.

November 2022
Everyone will be looking to save money this Thanksgiving; Melissa’s Organic holiday produce items are a great choice to keep your budget in line and everyone satisfied with their holiday favorites.

July 2020
If you’re anything like me, you may have put on a little weight while staying at home during the pandemic. In my case, the main culprit was lots of good home cooking...

June 2020
I was reflecting on this quote the other day while trying yet another new recipe and enjoying all the fresh organic produce available from Melissa’s right now. 

May 2020
If you are like most Americans, your shopping patterns have changed drastically in the past several weeks. More people are buying fresh produce to stay healthy and for good reason...

October 2017
October is still a fantastic month to grill and the cooler weather provides lots of tasty produce items to consider. Melissa's organic broccoli, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, and winter squash are all great on the grill.

December 2016
Melissa’s plays an important role in any holiday meal, especially many of the winter holidays.

April 2015
If you’ve read my column before, you are well aware that I’ve previously talked about the many options for using Melissa’s produce for your picnics.

October 2014
Most of the domestic garlic we eat is harvested now, so it’s at its best. Roasting garlic brings out its entire wonderful flavor while mellowing its heat and filling the house with its rich aromatic scent.