Growing horse business located just past downtown

By PETER SCHARPE Minnesota Farm Guide
Dec 22, 2017
Dec 22, 2017 Updated Dec 22, 2017

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Brix, a 9-year-old Quarter Horse mare, is pictured here with Jodie Distad, owner and manager of Broadway Farms, located just outside of Albert Lea.

Peter Scharpe

In the stable, Sedona, a 3-year-old Paint, is prepped for training by Jodie Distad at Broadway Farms.

Peter Scharpe

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By PETER SCHARPE Minnesota Farm Guide

ALBERT LEA, Minn. – Driving down Broadway Avenue through downtown Albert Lea, past the antique shops, cafes and town banks, it is hard to realize that in a few more miles lies a sprawling horse farm. This farm is complete with plenty of outdoor pens, indoor stalls and a heated, indoor arena.

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