Route 1 Premium
Produce Subscription
Fresh. Local. Always in Season.
At Route 1, we believe locally-grown food is more nutritious, sustainable, and strengthens connections within our communities. ​We're excited to introduce our first direct-to-consumer premium subscription program, delivering fresh greens year-round for pick up at Route 1 partner locations in the Twin Cities.
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Now taking orders for April delivery!
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How it works
Located just 25 minutes west of downtown Minneapolis, Route 1 operates two farm plots in Medina and Hamel, as well as a state-of-the-art container hydroponic farm.
This allows us to pick our produce at peak freshness and deliver it the same day, bringing you interesting and exciting offerings that are more nutritious and last longer. ​​​
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Our subscription service allows you to select from a variety of premium, hydroponically grown greens, with pick-up locations in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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We ask for a 3-month commitment and minimum to allow us to plan and provide the best possible product. ​
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As the seasons change, our selection grows. Additional produce and add-on offerings will be available through our network of emerging farmers when the outdoor growing season arrives.
1 / Choose your varieties
Choose from our 5 current varieties of lettuce. Subscription prices are per of lettuce for 12 weeks. Mix and match as many heads as you like per week, but the minimum subscription is 2 heads of lettuce.
2 / Choose your pick up location
We currently offer pick-up locations in Northeast, North Minneapolis, Falcon Heights, and South Minneapolis/Uptown.
3 / First pick-ups start April 11
We’re ramping up production, and your subscription is making it happen! By subscribing today, you’re helping get everything ready for your first delivery.
We’re working hard behind the scenes to ensure you receive the best experience possible—thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Supporting local communities
Our mission is not only to provide the highest quality produce but also to reduce hunger and improve health in our communities.
We offer three types of subscriptions, each designed to bring fresh, nutritious food straight to you, or to someone in need. Every subscription helps us expand access to healthy produce for those who need it most.
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Purchase a subscription for yourself and pick it up at one of our four current locations.
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Purchase a subscription and gift it to a friend or family member. The pick-up location would still need to be chosen at time of purchase.
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Purchase a subscription and gift it to a food shelf based on the geographic location chosen for pick up.
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In addition, 10% of each subscription will be donated to a local charity throughout the year.
Current Offerings
Grown in a controlled environment without soil, our greens are crisp, clean, and pesticide-free, ensuring the highest quality from farm to table. Our current offerings bring excitement and variety, providing a break from the typical selections found at the grocery store. Perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps, they deliver unbeatable flavor, texture, and nutrition in every bite.
Pick up locations
We currently offer four locations for subscription pick up in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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North Minneapolis
The Camden Social
4601 North Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis
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Northeast
Earl Giles Distillery
1325 Quincy Street Northeast, Minneapolis
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Uptown/South Minneapolis
City Food Studio
3722 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis
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St. Paul
The Good Acre
1790 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights
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We're working to add new locations in the west metro, downtown Minneapolis, and downtown St. Paul.​ If there's a pick-up location near you that you'd like added, send us a note.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do subscriptions cost? What is included?
Each head of lettuce is its own subscription and costs $53 for 12 weeks, with a minimum commitment of 2 heads of lettuce (2 subscriptions). For example, a minimum share could include 1 head of red butterhead and 1 head of rouxai. The total cost would be $96 for the 12 weeks. Add as many heads or varieties as suits your needs.
When will I receive my first order?
We are hard at work planting, with first orders expected the first week of April. By subscribing now, you are helping us to plan our capacity to ensure we can deliver consistent, high-quality produce each week.
How is a subscription different than a CSA?
Our subscription program is similar to Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares in that you are committing to support Route 1 for a period of time, and in turn you receive regular deliveries.
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Unlike a CSA, our subscription program allows you to choose from a curated list of current crops. In the summer and fall, we'll offer additional items such as tomatoes, onions, specialty greens, eggs, and poultry through a network of emerging farmers in Minnesota.
What happens if I'm not able to pick up on a given week?
Please try to arrange for a friend, family member, neighbor, or co-worker to pick up your share. If you're not able to find someone, we will donate the order for that week to a local food shelf.