Alexandria, Minn. (KXRA) – Alexandria resident Naima Dhore received an inaugural Unsung Caretaker Award from Upstream, a new statewide initiative celebrating Minnesota’s natural places and the people who care for them.
The award program honors 10 people, three organizations and one community across the state for their ongoing dedication to caring for their natural places.
Dhore is a Somali-American farmer operating in Alexandria who specializes in growing foods popular in Somali cuisine, including millet and okra. Her sustainable agriculture practice produces crops without chemical sprays or the need to till the soil.
Dhore said she strives for a zero-waste farm avoiding the use of outside products when possible.
Andy Goldman-Gray, initiative director for Upstream, said: “We’re delighted to award these outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to their community and our state. We are stronger stewards of Minnesota when we share this unique value of caring for our natural places. We are grateful to these honorees for inspiring others to care for this place we share and love.”
A news release stated, Upstream was founded on the belief that Minnesotans can rise above their differences to focus on caring for the places they love. The culture campaign is a celebration of Minnesota’s natural places and the people who care for them.
Dhore was recognized at Upstream’s inaugural awards dinner with other winners from across the state on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at The Trailhead at the Loppet Foundation in Minneapolis.
As part of the award, winners will receive $250 to use for their volunteer efforts.
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