

Wisconsin: Home of Half the World's Cranberries
Here in America’s Dairyland, we are known for agriculture. But, did you know that Wisconsin also leads the nation in the production of cranberries? Cranberries are native to Wisconsin and the first cultivated Wisconsin cranberry marshes date back to the 1830s before Wisconsin was even a state! Cranberry growing is a family business, with many fifth- and even sixth-generation Wisconsin growers. More than half the entire world’s supply of cranberries are grown on Wisconsin fami


The Purpose of Wisconsin Fairs
Fair season in Wisconsin is coming to an end, After attending some of Wisconsin’s county and district fairs and the Wisconsin State Fair this summer, I have come to realize what Wisconsin fairs mean to our communities. Food is a staple of fairs in our state and there are plenty of tasty and unique food options to enjoy at each one. From the classic fried cheese curds to more exotic options like a deep-fried pink squirrel, gator claw on a stick, or a glazer donut pork sandwich