

"On the Road with Alice" in November
This November, I was able to put on many miles across the state of Wisconsin and even the world! Some of my travels encompassed experiences that “Alices” have participated in annually for decades, while another was one which the program has been very fortunate to embark upon in recent years. Read on to look back on a memorable November with me! Any guesses as to which experience is stepped in tradition for “Alice?” It was the cutting of the first Christmas tree! Previous in


“On the Road with Alice” in October
It was another great month celebrating Wisconsin agriculture! My October was full of dairy celebrations, countless fall visits to farms of all kinds, and educational presentations to students. This month, I enjoyed new experiences such as cranberry and ginseng harvests as well as an entire event to celebrate mashed potatoes! I started the month with an event that’s near and dear to me – World Dairy Expo (WDE)! As the premier meeting place of the global dairy industry, my time


What do you know about Wisconsin agriculture?
Agriculture is a diverse and vibrant industry in Wisconsin. It contributes $104.8 billion to our state economy and provides more than...


Wisconsin: A Ginseng Powerhouse
Wisconsin is known for many different agricultural commodities. Did you know that ginseng is one of them? Before beginning my adventure...


Find Something Special from Wisconsin for Your Holiday Gifts
During the holiday season, I aim to find gifts for my family that are one-of-a-kind while supporting small businesses in my community....


How Can Ginseng Work for You?
Hidden just below the soil’s surface in Marathon and surrounding counties lies an international gem. Grown for generations in the central...


A Small Root with a Big Impact
Before I ran for Alice in Dairyland, I had little idea of what ginseng was, how it was grown, or what it even looked like! Fast forward...
















