Publications
2020 Economic Contribution Study of Minnesota Agriculture and Forestry
GreenSeam supported AgriGrowth, along with more than two dozen leading Minnesota agricultural stakeholder groups, in the 2020 Economic Contribution Study of Minnesota Agriculture and Forestry.
This comprehensive new report demonstrates the significant contribution agriculture has in Minnesota, from adding $37.1 billion in value to the state’s economy to creating more than 388,000 jobs.
Read the full report:
2020 Economic Contribution Study of Minnesota Agriculture and Forestry
MN State of Ag Report
2021 GreenSeam State of Ag Report
For the second year, GreenSeam, along with many collaborators, held focus groups and conducted research to provide deeper insight into the future of agriculture and food.
Discussions focused on barriers concerning talent, policy, mental health, and COVID-19 that businesses face every day. In addition, opportunities were highlighted around entrepreneurship, business development, commodity prices, and advancing technology.
2020 GreenSeam State of Ag Report
For the first time in the State of Minnesota, GreenSeam and numerous volunteers, partners and residents have helped to conduct and launch the Minnesota State of Ag Report.
The State of Ag Report is a comprehensive survey of Minnesota’s agribusinesses and related businesses. It reveals the perceptions and opinions on the economy and other major issues impacting ag businesses, with an emphasis on education and talent attraction and retention. GreenSeam needs business leaders, human resources professionals and executive level professionals to provide their expertise and insights.
2019 “State of Ag” interview with Al in the Afternoon on KTOE with Sam Ziegler and Shane Bowyer
Stakeholders Report
GreenSeam organizes and aligns the collective work of its stakeholders to promote investment in ag business and contribute to the shared vision.
Brand Assets
LOGOS
Thank you for your interest in wanting to use the GreenSeam name and mark. Together we are the seam. Our primary color, name and mark are here for your use. If you are in need of other options or file formats, please contact Ines Wingert with your request, or call 507.385.6672. We are happy to help!
Download the .zip file for hi-res versions in .jpg and .eps formats of any mark below.
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COLORS
Below is the Full Palette of GreenSeam colors to use with the mark. Pantone 376 C is the primary color to use in larger, solid areas of color.
Below is the Primary Palette of GreenSeam colors to use with the mark.
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Brand design created by Capsule.
Videos
Videos play a vital role in helping raise awareness about GreenSeam. Watch, enjoy and share!
What is GreenSeam?
Learn more about GreenSeam’s mission and work!
On Feb. 6, GreenSeam Director, Sam Ziegler, had the pleasure of presenting GreenSeam at 1 Million Cups Mankato. This was a great opportunity to spread awareness on how GreenSeam is redefining agriculture and how we can all help support agribusiness.
With consumers facing decisions every day as to where to get quality & healthy food options, this year’s forum topic is highly relevant – “The Truth About Food”. The Rural Legislative Forum will have a focus on food safety among others.
Our friends at KEYC produced the first GreenSeam commercial in June 2016. They did a great job and we are very grateful for their time and hard work!
KEYC also produced the second GreenSeam commercial. They did a fantastic job and we are very appreciative for the air time these commercials receive.
The crew at KEYC produced this third installment of our GreenSeam commercials and we feel it is the best one yet. This social-friendly ad helps drive home the message that GreenSeam is redefining traditional agriculture and agri-business. Have a look!
KSMQ Public Television does a segment on the GreenSeam Launch Event and explains GreenSeam’s efforts to create an ag business epicenter in Southern Minnesota and Northern Iowa!
Jeff Stewart, with Linder Farm Network, interviewed Jonathan Zierdt at our June 20 Launch Event and Brand Unveil.
Board Chair, Jim Marzolf chats with Jeff Stewart of Linder Farm Network at our Launch Event and Brand Unveiling.
Greater Mankato Growth produces a monthly video series called The Business Beat. July’s community highlight is focused on GreenSeam!
Greater Mankato – Built on Soybeans