FARM FRESH
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SOUTHERN WISCONSIN Your guide to local farms, farmers’ markets, grocers restaurants, U-picks and more!
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2012 Southern Wisconsin
FARM FRESH ATLAS
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Your guide to local food and the people who bring it to our tables. Brought to you by:
REAP Food Group www.reapfoodgroup.org
In partnership with: Dane County Farmers’ Market www.dcfm.org UW-Madison Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems www.cias.wisc.edu Layout & Design: Damis Newman, damisdesigns.com Cartography: Bill Buckingham, mapgiving.org Photography: Bill Lubing, lubingcreative.com
The Southern WI Farm Fresh Atlas 2012 is generously underwritten by:
Our Sustainability Pledge: All farms listed in the atlas have made pledges that they are:
• Family or cooperatively owned • Committed to reducing the application of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers • Treating animals with care, respect and access to outdoors • Protecting land and water resources • Providing safe and fair working conditions • Selling Wisconsin products they have grown on their farm or helped produce Listed restaurants and businesses are locally owned and make a pledge to sell or support local, fair trade and sustainable foods.
For more information about the atlas or to request copies, contact: REAP Food Group 306 E. Wilson St. 2E Madison, WI 53703 info@reapfoodgroup.org (608) 310-7836 www.reapfoodgroup.org
Farm Fresh Atlas™ is a trademark of Research, Education, Action and Policy on Food Group, Inc., used with permission by grassroots coalitions throughout Wisconsin to produce six independent atlases: Farm Fresh Atlas™ of Eastern Wisconsin, Western Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas™, Farm Fresh Atlas™ of Southeastern Wisconsin, Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas™, Central Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas™ and Lake Superior Region Farm Fresh Atlas™. Learn more by visiting www.farmfreshatlas.org. Photographs by Bill Lubing are copyright protected by the photographer and may not be reproduced without permission.
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Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 2-21 Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 22-23 Buy Fresh Buy Local Restaurants . . . . . . pages 24-31 Businesses & Organizations . . . . . . . . . . pages 32-41 Farmers’ Markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pages 42-45 Please tell the farmers and businesses that you saw them in the Farm Fresh Atlas TM
PRO DUCT ICON KEY Canned & Baked Goods
Crafts & Fibers
Meat & Poultry
Certified Organic
Eggs
Honey, Syrup or Sorghum
Fruit
Pumpkins
Health & Beauty
U-pick
Herbs & Flowers
Vegetables
Cheese & Dairy
Community Supported Agriculture
Find the Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas online at
www.reapfoodgroup.org/atlas
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608 Community Supported Kitchen
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(see Business and Organizations, page 32) Map D2
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A-Z Farm
Ray & Alice Antoniewicz 1820 Schuster Rd., Oregon, WI 53575 (608) 835-5553, cell: (608) 212-8526 fax: (608) 835-0243 rayatoz@merr.com www.a-zfarm.com
A-Z Farm is conveniently located south of the Madison Beltline off Hwy 14, near Oregon. We offer delicious pasture raised lamb and chickens without feeding animal byproducts, growth stimulants or hormones. Freezer lambs, individual cuts of lamb, roasting chickens, sheep pelts, wool, yarn, meat rabbits, eggs and wool blankets are available. See our website for details. VISITORS WELCOME, BUT PLEASE CALL AHEAD. Map E3
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Carol & Ed Knapton 4311 Vilas Hope Rd. Cottage Grove, WI 53527 (608) 222-2269 fax: (608) 222-1234 ed@americasbestflowers.com www.americasbestflowers.com
Like a Disney World with so much color. We have 2 acres of greenhouses with many unique annuals, herbs, vegetable plants, perennials and flowering shrubs. Lots of fun and information at 30+ events. 10 make-and-take flowering container workshops. Fundraising for nonprofit organizations. Just outside city limits of Madison off of Cottage Grove Road (Cty BB) at 4311 Vilas Hope Rd. Map E3
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Amazing Grace Family Farm Janet Kassel-Blakeney, Don & Chris Blakeney 1438 N. Cty H, Janesville, WI 53548 (608) 876-6311 amazgr8z@ticon.net www.amazinggracefamilyfarm.com
Since 1976…offering: vegetables from asparagus to zucchini; honey; grass-fed, humanely raised beef. All free of chemicals, pesticides, hormones, GMOs, antibiotics, etc. Farming practices utilize principles of sustainability and ecological diversity. Selling at on-farm veggie stand, local farmers’ markets and food co-ops. Twenty-week CSA program. We are confident you will be satisfied. Available for workshops. TOURS AND VISITORS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map E4
America’s Best Flowers
Anisoptera Acres
Dan & Catherine Kleiber N9387 Riverview Dr., Waterloo, WI 53594 (920) 478-9696 farmerdan@anisopteraacres.com www.anisopteraacres.com
Anisoptera Acres offers pasture raised pork and beef; free-range chicken, duck and turkey; and honey. We grow most of our feed on our farm. We use no hormones, antibiotics or animal byproducts in our feed. All of our meat is processed by local, state inspected facilities. We now offer a biweekly Madison delivery service. VISITORS WELCOME, BUT PLEASE CALL AHEAD. Map F2
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Appleberry Farm
David Wildes 8079 Maurer Rd., Cross Plains, WI 53526 (608) 798-2780 fun@theappleberryfarm.com www.theappleberryfarm.com
Conveniently located near the west Beltline of Madison; 4 miles west on Mineral Point Rd., left on Timber Ln., right on Maurer Rd. The scenic farm provides a wholesome family experience and famously fresh food. U-pick strawberries, raspberries and sweet corn. Heirloom apples, pumpkins, caramel apples, fresh cider, donuts, brats, hayrides and school tours. Map D3
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Austin’s Rush Creek Farm
Brian & Carolyn Austin E5162 Rush Creek Rd., Ferryville, WI 54628 (608) 632-1579 austin.rushcreek@yahoo.com www.austinsrushcreekfarm.com
Here at Austin’s Rush Creek Farm we grow vegetables and berries using natural methods. We are dedicated to sustaining the natural beauty and richness of our land while providing healthy, quality produce and preserved products to our customers. Visit us at farmers’ markets in Viroqua, Prairie du Chien and Gays Mills. Contact us for preserved foods or bulk purchases of vegetables for your own home preserving. Map A2
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Basics Cooperative
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The Berry Farmer
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 32) Map F4
John & Jean Pinkston E10222 Hoot Owl Rd., Baraboo, WI 53913 (608) 355-1965 info@theberryfarmer.com www.theberryfarmer.com
From Baraboo, turn west onto Hwy W; go 2.5 miles; turn right onto Hoot Owl Rd. Strawberries mid-June to early July. U-pick and pre-picked strawberries and peas. Blueberries early July to mid-August. Call for picking information, (608) 355-1965. Containers provided or bring your own. Children always welcome. Map D2
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we are all in this TOGETHER REAP Food Group
members help make healthful, just and sustainable food available to everyone in our community.
Berry Hill Farm
Jim & Susan Claus 4047 Windsong Circle, Verona, WI 53593 (608) 833-3540 www.pickdane.com
Berry Hill Farm is a U-pick and pre-picked strawberry farm located in the town of Middleton. From Hwy 12, take exit 253 onto Old Sauk Rd.; head west 3.7 miles. Our season typically begins early/mid-June and runs through early July. U-pick trays and quarts provided. Call ahead for hours and field conditions. Map D3
join reap today Send your check to: REAP Food Group 306 E. Wilson St. 2E Madison, WI 53705 or donate online at: www.reapfoodgroup.org 3
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Birch House Farm
Liz and Katie Birkhauser 7930 Coray Ln., Verona, WI 53593 (608) 845-6460 fax: (608) 845-6461 info@birchhousefarm.com www.birchhousefarm.com
We are a small, diversified farm offering seasonal gourmet vegetables, mushrooms, edible flowers, sprouts, wild edibles, cut flowers, pastured poultry, herbs and medicinals. We have a variety of CSA share options and encourage our members to come get their hands dirty to help us share our harvest with those in need. We also sell to restaurants and at farmers’ markets. VISITORS WELCOME BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map D3
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Bleu Mont Dairy
Willi Lehner 3480 Cty F, Blue Mounds, WI 53517 (608) 767-2875 bleumont@tds.net
Our farm sits atop a ridge in the driftless region. Committed to sustainable practices, we grow organically, have a passive solar home and greenhouse, and produce our electricity from wind and solar. Our selection of cheeses includes organic, washed-rind and REAL raw milk cheeses cured in our underground cave. VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Map D3
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Blue Moon Community Farm, LLC Kristen Kordet 3856 Schneider Dr., Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 446-6962 kristen@bluemooncommunityfarm.com www.bluemooncommunityfarm.com Blue Moon is a small certified organic farm on Madison’s southern edge. We grow over 40 different vegetables, focusing on heirloom and great-tasting varieties, and we are known for the cleanliness and quality of our produce. Pastured poultry and pork complement our production system and are available through our CSA and on-farm sales. Come visit us on Saturdays at the Westside Community Market in Madison. FARM VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map E3
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Blue Skies Berry Farm
Paul & Louise Maki 10320 N. Crocker Rd., Brooklyn, WI 53521 (608) 455-2803 paul@blueskiesfarm.com www.blueskiesfarm.com
We grow raspberries, heirloom tomatoes, vegetables, herbs and greens using only organic inputs. U-pick season: mid-August to October. We are 16 miles south of the Beltline via Hwy 14, toward Evansville; turn right at Union (at Tavern) onto W. Union Rd. 1.5 miles and left on Crocker 500 ft. Map E4
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Bluestem Farm
Martha Barrett & Scott Weber S5920 Lehman Rd., Baraboo, WI 53913 (608) 356-0179 bluestem_farm@juno.com www.bluestemfarm.com
We grow local ecotype wildflowers, grasses, trees and native orchids for rain gardens and landscaping projects. Our nursery-propagated potted plants don’t suffer transplant shock. We also sell apples, grapes and other produce grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. We sell at the Dane County Farmers’ Market throughout the growing season, and on the farm most Sundays or by appointment. Map D2
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The Buča Farmer
Kathy Katz N6830 Hefty Rd., Monticello, WI 53570 (608) 636-3034 thebucafarmer@msn.com www.thebucafarmer.com
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The Buča Farmer is a small farm located just south of New Glarus. The farm is managed sustainably without the use of chemical fertilizers or insecticides. Our focus is on growing the best tasting and healthiest food available. You’ll find us at local farmers’ markets, co-ops, restaurants and through our weekly CSA. Please contact us for more information. VISITORS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map D4
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Bures Berry Patch
Ed & Kathy Bures 3760 W. Brigham Rd., Barneveld, WI 53507 (608) 924-1404 strawberry@buresberrypatch.com
Campo di Bella is a small family farm dedicated to providing fresh seasonal local produce through community supported agriculture (CSA) and sustainable practices. Members receive a weekly produce share from June through October, with full and half shares available. All our vegetables, herbs and fruits are grown locally without commercial fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides. We also offer lamb shares. Map D3
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Bures Berry Patch is where families gather to pick the finest produce. We specialize in growing asparagus, rhubarb, raspberries, sweet corn, pre-picked and U-pick; peas, strawberries, and pumpkins. Call for hours/ availability. From Madison: travel Hwy 18/151 west for ~30 miles. Go 2.5 miles PAST Barneveld. Turn south on W. Brigham Rd., go 1 mile. See you in the patch! Map D3
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Burr Oak Gardens, LLC is a transitionally organic CSA vegetable farm. We grow over 60 varieties of vegetables each season. Pickup locations include West Main Street and Monty’s Blue Plate Diner in Madison, as well as on-farm pickup every Wednesday from June through October. Join us for our third season! Map E2
Carandale Farm
Dale & Cindy Secher 5683 Lincoln Rd., Oregon, WI 53575 (608) 835-5871, hotline: (608) 835-3979 fax: (608) 835-5871 carandal@chorus.net www.carandale.com
Visit our farm for U-pick or pre-picked strawberries, Concord grapes and fall raspberries. We also vend our fruits at the Dane County Farmers’ Market, including uncommon fruit from our test plot (aronia, sea berries, currants, gooseberries, blackberries, cherries and more!). We’re at the end of S. Fish Hatchery Rd., 8.5 miles from the Madison Beltline. Map E3
Burr Oak Gardens, LLC Tyler and Kate Rowe W5511 Cty B, Rio, WI 53960 (920) 992-3643 kate@burroakgardens.com www.burroakgardens.com
Campo di Bella Farm, LLC Marc & Mary Ann Bellazzini 10229 Sharp Rd., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572 (608) 320-9287 info@campodibella.org www.campodibella.org
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Cates Family Farm
Richard & Kim Cates 5992 Cty T, Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 588-2836 rlcates@mhtc.net www.catesfamilyfarm.com
We offer lean, natural Angus beef: frozen cuts, smoked sausage, beef sticks and jerky. Our steers are grass-fed and free-range; most are grass-finished. Certified by Food Alliance Midwest, indicating our meat is raised sustainably, locally, antibiotic and hormone free, and land and water friendly. We are also certified by the Animal Welfare Institute. South from Spring Green 4 miles on Hwy 23, then left 2.5 miles on Cty T. VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map C3
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Cedar Grove Cheese Inc.
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Christensen Farm
(see Business and Organizations, page 32) Map C2
Katy & Mark Dickson N2755 Cty M, Browntown, WI 53522 (608) 966-3464 christensensfarm@gmail.com www.christensensfarm.com
We are a small family farm dedicated to producing a wide variety of tasty, high quality produce. We also have happy free-ranging chickens that produce delicious eggs. You can find us at the Madison Eastside and Janesville farmers’ markets. Learn more about our CSA and farm at our website. Please call or email before you visit the farm. Map D4
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Donna M. Schmidt N3730 Hwy EE, Neosho, WI 53059 (920) 349-3305 cell: (920) 285-4579
Donna’s Organic Gardens, LLC is located 10 miles west of Hartford or 1 mile east of Hustisford on Hwy 60. The farm is south of Hwy 60 on Hwy EE. Sales are at both locations. I am certified organic with Global Organic Alliance and pasture raise Piedmontese beef, chicken, turkey and lamb. I also have eggs, ducks, strawberries, raspberries and potatoes. Available yearround are wild Alaska salmon and purebred Icelandic wool. Gourds are available for crafts. Map G2
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Cindy & Charlie Rhinehart E9745 Cty P, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (608) 254-2311 www.countrybumpkinent.com
Donna’s Organic Gardens, LLC
Door Creek Orchard
Tom & Gretchen Griffith 3252 Vilas Rd., Cottage Grove, WI 53527 (608) 838-4762 www.doorcreekorchard.com
U-pick and pre-picked apples are offered as well as U-pick table and wine grapes, fall raspberries and pumpkins. Unpasteurized cider is pressed weekly. Meat and naturally colored yarn available from our Black Welsh Mountain sheep. Season: mid-August to late November. From Madison, take Hwy 12/18 east 3 miles past I-90, turn right onto Vilas Rd. and go 1/2 mile. Map E3
Country Bumpkin Farm Market
U-pick and We-pick strawberries, summer and fall red raspberries, blueberries, grapes, fruits and melons, vegetables, flower baskets, and pumpkins, plus familyfun activities all season long! Enjoy our gardens, gift shop, greenhouses or an ice cream cone! Open daily, April 27-October 31. Take Exit 89 onto Hwy 23, south 1/2 mile to Cty P on right. (Super Wal-Mart, Home Depot and Kohl’s are on left.) Turn right onto Cty P. We are 1 mile on left. Map D1
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Dreamfarm, LLC Diana & James Murphy 8877 Table Bluff Rd., Cross Plains, WI 53528 (608) 767-3442 diana@dreamfarm.biz www.dreamfarm.biz Dreamfarm has the pleasure of milking goats morning and evening to create cheese on its small family farm. Artisan cheese maker Diana Murphy handcrafts cheese two to three times a week. Laying hens of various breeds produce colorful eggs. Jacob sheep, steers and hogs add to our diversity. Our animals are free to roam their pastures all year. Join our CSA, or visit us at the Westside Community Market. Map D3
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Driftless Depot
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Driftless Market, LLC
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Driftless Organics
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 33) Map C2
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 33) Map B4
Josh & Noah Engel, Mike Lind 50561 Cty B, Soldiers Grove, WI 54655 (608) 624-3735 csainfo@driftlessorganics.com www.driftlessorganics.com
We LOVE to grow vegetables and we’ve been doing it passionately (and sustainably) for over 15 years! We grow over 40 different varieties of fruits and vegetables, plus sunflowers for organic sunflower oil (the olive oil of the Midwest), and we raise grass-fed beef as well! We offer a 20-week CSA with pickup sites in Madison, Viroqua and the Twin Cities. Visit our website for more information and prices, or stop by our booth at the Dane County Farmers’ Market. Wholesale available. Map B2
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Driftless Solar, LLC
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Emerald Meadows Family Farm/ Two Good Farms CSA
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 33) Map C3
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Tim Zander W1547 Hwy K, Columbus, WI 53925 (920) 623-2296 zander@netwurx.net twogoodfarms.com
Our family’s 180-acre organic farm grows a wide variety of field crops, spring bedding plants (vegetables, herbs, flowers), fruits and vegetables. Favorites include heirloom tomatoes, raspberries, green beans, peppers and sweet corn. We sell at the Sun Prairie, Monona and Madison Eastside farmers’ markets. On-farm sales/visits by appointment. Wholesale and CSA available. Map E2
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Ben & Kristi Agnew W1414 Cty Z, Fall River, WI 53932 (920) 484-3307 fax: (920) 484-3307
A real old-fashioned Norwegian 100-acre farm. Families and kids of all ages have fun selv plukkin (Upick) their own apples (70 varieties), berries (summer and fall) and pumpkins (15 acres); going on horsepulled hayrides, Harold Patterson’s Halloween haunts, Sesquicentennial Barn, Billy Goat Gruff, picnics; and much more in the store. In the city of Fitchburg; 4 miles south of Madison Beltline on Seminole Hwy, go right (west) on Whalen Rd. to Fitchburg Rd., turn left (south). Map E3
Eugster’s Farm Market and Petting Farm
Joe Eugster 3865 Hwy 138, Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 873-3822 farmmrkt@eugsters.com www.eugsters.com
Englewood Grassfed Beef
Eplegaarden, LLC Vern & Betty Forest 2227 Fitchburg Rd., Fitchburg, WI 53575 (608) 845-5966 www.eplegaarden.com
John Binkley 5754 River Rd., Waunakee, WI 53597 (608) 577-9313 john@equinoxcommunityfarm.com www.equinoxcommunityfarm.com
Located minutes north of Madison in Waunakee, Equinox Community Farm grows a wide variety of vegetables and berries in a sustainable, healthy manner. Our focus is CSA, with five pickup locations around Madison, in Sun Prairie and on the farm in Waunakee. Visit our website for more info about our CSA and to learn more about the farm. Map E2
Eugster’s Farm Market and Petting Farm is located 15 minutes south of Madison between Oregon and Stoughton. It is our goal to provide you with wholesome family fun and great things to eat. Our farm market is open from mid-June until Halloween. We have been providing southern Wisconsin with our famous sweet corn and fresh produce for 30 years at our roadside locations. Our fall festivals are a treat for your eyes and tastebuds. We offer two corn mazes, two haunted houses, great food in the “Milk House Cafe” and so much more. Wholesale available. Map E3
We specialize in raising quality grass-fed beef. Our herd of British White and Black Angus cross-cattle rotationally graze on our 44 acres in Fall River. The cattle and pasture provide for each other, so no off-farm or chemical inputs are needed! We sell by the quarter, half or whole. Sampler packs and smaller orders available upon request. Map F2
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Equinox Community Farm
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Fountain Prairie Farm
John & Dorothy Priske W1901 State Rd. 16, Fall River, WI 53932 (920) 484-3618 priske@centurytel.net www.fountainprairie.com
We’re proud of our grass-fed, grain-finished Highland beef, raised without hormones or antibiotics. Our 21-day dry aging results in tender, intensely flavored meat. Our Highland beef and pork can be found at area restaurants and at the Saturday Dane County Farmers’ Market. We welcome visits to our farm, but please call first. Map E2
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Future Fruit Farm
Ellen & Bob & Selena Lane 5363 Knobs Rd., Ridgeway, WI 53582 (608) 924-1012 fax: (608) 924-1014 www.localharvest.org/farms/M7074
Our family farm is a certified organic orchard located on the beautiful ridges overlooking the Wisconsin River Valley. Here, we have chosen to produce only “old-time,” unusual, and difficult-to-grow varieties of apples and pears. The delicious taste of our Future Fruit is sought after. Our organic, artisanal fruit, fruit butters and ciders can be found at fine stores and restaurants locally, at Madison farmers’ markets, and as a member of our organic fruit CSA. NO FARM VISITS, PLEASE. Wholesale available. Map C3
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Good Earth Farms, LLC
Mike & Deb Hansen 10431 Mayflower Rd., Milladore, WI 54454 (715) 652-3520 farmer@goodearthfarms.com www.goodearthfarms.com
Farming as if everything matters. Our mission: To produce humanely raised, high quality, organic grassfed beef and lamb, pastured pork, pasture raised chicken and turkey at a reasonable price, and then deliver it to your door! Located in central Wisconsin, we’re organic because it’s what we believe…learn more at our website. Map C1
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Harmony Valley Farm
Richard deWilde & Andrea Yoder S3442 Wire Hollow Rd., Viroqua, WI 54665 (608) 483-2143 fax: (608) 483-2151 csa@harmonyvalleyfarm.com www.harmonyvalleyfarm.com Located in a secluded, spring-fed valley in western Wisconsin, we have been providing the La Crosseto-Madison area with certified organic produce since 1985. We supply the Dane County Farmers’ Market, our CSA program, retail stores and fine restaurants with the highest quality vegetables, fruits and herbs. CSA sign-up on our website. Map A1
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High Meadow Farm CSA
Matt, Meg & Mike Kelly N6967 South Ln., Johnson Creek, WI 53038 (920) 699-3658 highmeadowfarmcsa@gmail.com www.highmeadowfarmcsa.com Our CSA is located outside of Johnson Creek. We grow several varieties of certified organic veggies and potatoes for our members and market friends, choosing delicious heirlooms where we can. We offer optional egg shares from our pastured chickens and bread shares from artisan baker Shawn Rediske. Visit us at the Fort Atkinson farmers’ market on Saturdays and find us on Facebook! Wholesale available. Map F3
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Hillside Pastures
Linda & Daniel Marquardt 6511 Hillside School Rd. Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 588-2370 hillsidepastures@gmail.com
Hillside Pastures is a family-owned farm in Iowa County, just south of Taliesin, producing Red Devon cattle and 100% grass-fed beef. Beef is sold by the mixed quarter, half or whole and can be picked up at Black Earth Meats. Call or send an email to schedule a farm visit or place an order. Map C3
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healthy farms
+ healthy kids
Hinchley’s Dairy Farm Tours Tina Hinchley 2844 Hwy 73, Cambridge, WI 53523 (608) 764-5090 tina@dairyfarmtours.com www.dairyfarmtours.com
Come visit a real working Wisconsin dairy farm. All guests will meet the farmer and milk a cow! Feed, hold and pet barnyard animals. Admission includes feed, a hayride to see the crops in the fields and a free pumpkin in October. Open April 1 for baby animals through the fall harvest. U-pick raspberries, pumpkins and eggs. Since we are a real working farm, reservations are required. Directions: On the east side of Hwy 73, 1.5 miles south of 12/18. Map E3
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Hook’s Cheese Company, Inc.
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Jelli’s Market
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(see Businesses and Organizations, page 34) Map C3
Steve & Jody Knoebel N5648 S. Farmington Rd. Helenville, WI 53137 (262) 593-5133 sknoebel@jellismarket.com www.jellismarket.com
We are a U-pick strawberry farm and also offer many other summer and fall produce items. Raspberries, peas, green beans, tomatoes and sweet corn all available as U-pick or pre-picked. Call hotline or visit website for daily updates from April-October. Located 5 miles east of Johnson Creek; I-94 exit to Cty B; take B east 5 miles to S. Farmington Rd.; watch for signs. Map F3
REAP Farm to School Learn more about REAP Farm to School programs like Chef In the Classroom, Farm to School Snack and school lunch reform at www.reapfoodgroup.org
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JenEhr Family Farm
Kay Jensen & Paul Ehrhardt 6837 Elder Ln., Sun Prairie, WI 53590 (608) 825-9531 fax: (608) 825-9531 jenehr@aol.com www.wisconsingrown.com
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Jenkins Family Farms
Ben Jenkins N9220 Fenske Rd., Dalton, WI 53926 (608) 279-2879 ben@jenkinsfamilyfarms.com www.bensbeef.com
We are a small, diversified, certified organic farm located between Pardeeville and Dalton in Columbia County. We take orders for beef by the side or a mixed quarter. In the summer, we can be found on the Square in Madison most Saturdays through the month of July selling potatoes. For our wholesale customers, we also raise certified organic sweet corn. NO FARM VISITS. Wholesale available. Map E1
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Keene Hollenbeck 908 Sun Prairie Rd., Marshall, WI 53559 (608) 655-1596 keene@keeneorganics.com www.keeneorganics.com
Certified organically grown heirloom vegetables, shiitake and oyster mushrooms, gourmet varieties of garlic and herbs. Chickens are free-ranged outside on organic grasses and eating organic grain, which produces the highest nutritional quality pastured eggs and chickens that taste exceptional. Our on-farm licensed kitchen produces pesto, seasonings, preserves, dried mushrooms and other products. Check our website www.keeneorganics.com for our farmers’ market locations. Wholesale available. Map E2
Organic diversity—good for the land, neighbors and everyone who enjoys great-tasting, nutritious, locally raised organic produce and pastured poultry. Kay and Paul at JenEhr are Wisconsin born and bred farm kids, raising over 50 different fruits and vegetables, offering organic strawberry U-pick and enough pastured chickens and turkeys to keep you well fed year-round. Check us out at farmers’ markets, join our CSA or find us at our store and restaurant partners. Map E2
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Keene Organics
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King’s Hill Farm CSA
Jai & Joel Kellum 19370 Cty G, Mineral Point, WI 53565 (608) 776-8413 fax: (608) 776-8413 jaikellum@gmail.com www.kingshillfarm.com
We are a certified organic family farm integrating permaculture practices. On our farm, we have plenty of vegetables, fruits, herbs, mushrooms, chicken and duck eggs, pork, honey and flowers. Come share the bounty by joining our CSA. Every other week from June through November we deliver a box full of fresh produce to our pickup sites. Sample the seasons’ flavors and nutrition. Wholesale available. Map C4
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Kirschbaum’s Strawberry Acres, LLC
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Stan Kirschbaum N5802 Hwy 151, Beaver Dam, WI 53916 (920) 887-7530 fax: (920) 887-9530 Kirschbaums-strawberries.com
Kirschbaum’s Strawberry Acres, LLC is open 7am-7pm daily during the strawberry season (usually mid-June to the first part of July) for U-pick and ready-picked strawberries. Located in Dodge County about half way between Columbus and Beaver Dam on the east side of Hwy 151, by the cell phone tower. Additional information and updates are available on our website and on the Strawberry Hot Line: (920) 887-7530. Both updated regularly during the berry season. Map F2
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The Kitchen at Arcadia Books
(see Business and Organizations, page 35) Map C2
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Lonesome Stone Milling
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Mapleton Mynd Shropshires
Sue & Altfrid Krusenbaum W3194 Cty D, Elkhorn, WI 53121 (262) 642-7312 fax: (262) 642-7312 krusen@krusengrassfarms.com www.krusengrassfarms.com
Lange Farm Meats
Rich & Patty Lange 1214 Southwest Rd., Platteville, WI 53818 (608) 348-4105 RJL13@centurytel.net www.langefarmmeats.com
We have a certified organic, grass-based farm where we rotational graze our animals and rotate our crops. We raise certified organic beef, pork, chicken and turkey. We provide individual cuts, sides, quarters, including brats, links, snack sticks and nitrate-free ham and bacon. We don’t use any herbicides, pesticides, antibiotics or hormones. All animals have access to sunlight and pasture. Certified by Oregon Tilth and Animal Welfare. Please call ahead for on-farm sales and/or tours. Wholesale available. Map B4
Kim & Jared Lapacek N1959 Kroncke Rd., Poynette, WI 53955 (608) 635-4780 lapaceksorchard@gmail.com www.lapaceksorchard.com
NEW LOCATION! We are a small, family-owned and -operated business conveniently located just 15 minutes north of Madison. Throughout the apple season, we offer over 30 varieties of apples and delicious products made from apples. Our farm offers many family activities including: visiting our emus, picking raspberries, feeding the goats and searching for the kittens. Wholesale available. Map E2
Krusen Grass Farms
We are a 240-acre grass farm 4 miles southwest of East Troy in southeastern Wisconsin. Our beef and eggs are certified organic, all natural, grass-fed and pastured. We do not use confinement, antibiotics or hormones of any kind. Map G4
Lapacek’s Orchard
(see Business and Organizations, page 35) Map C2
Cody Hiemke 1773 Koshkonong Rd., Stoughton, WI 53589 (415) 302-8035 cjhiemke@gmail.com
Mapleton Mynd Shropshires is a small farm that raises sheep and lamb. Shropshires are an old-style heritage breed of meaty sheep that are efficient on grass. Our 60 ewe flock starts lambing in late February into May, with lamb ready for freezer starting in late June. Map E3
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McCluskey Brothers, Shillelagh Glen Farms
Kevin, Brian, Patrick & Mary Ellen McCluskey S7544 Hwy G, Hillpoint, WI 53937 (608) 986-3760 www.mccluskeybros.com
Certified organic…grass-fed beef, grass-fed cheese, maple syrup, garlic, peonies. Known for our “whole beef” premium ground beef, we put all cuts—all the steaks and roasts—in our burger except two: rib eye and tenderloin. Why? Because “whole beef” tastes great! (and we wouldn’t feel too smart grinding up rib eye and tenderloin). Our milk herd is the source for our seasonal grass-fed cheese, each season’s pasture imparting its unique flavor. Visit our website to learn more, shop and find our delivery/market schedule. NO FARM VISITS, PLEASE. Wholesale available. Map C2
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Meyer’s Farm Market
Bryan Meyer 1329 E. M-H Townline Rd., Milton, WI 53563 (608) 754-0247 info@meyersfarmmarket.com www.meyersfarmmarket.com Quality produce since 1967, picked fresh daily. Open 9am-6pm daily, mid-June–October. Look for the giant pumpkin on the silo along I-90. Wholesale available. Map F4
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Misty Meadows Dairy
Antony & Laura Jay W4282 Schutt Ln., Monroe, WI 53566 (608) 329-4368 mistymeadows@tds.net www.mistymeadowsdairy.com
Located outside of Monroe, Misty Meadows Dairy is home to 200 dairy goats. We spend every day milking goats and tending our ever-expanding garden. We love bringing the freshest produce, goat cheeses and soaps to the Janesville and Hilldale farmers’ markets. From our garden straight to your table every week. Map D4
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Mitchell Vineyard
David Mitchell 4252 Sunnyridge Rd., Oregon, WI 53575 (608) 225-9210 dave@mitchell-vineyard.com www.mitchell-vineyard.com
Mitchell Vineyard began in 1976 and has 11 varieties of U-pick grapes covering 6 acres for eating, juice and especially winemaking. The farm has picking buckets, crushers and presses for free use by customers. Picking Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday in September and early October, 11am-4pm. Call about our delicious grapes. Take Hwy 14 south to Oregon. Left Hwy 138; go 1.25 miles; right on Sunrise Rd. to Sunnyridge. Map E3
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Northwood Farm
James & Rebecca Goodman E103 Cty Q, Wonewoc, WI 53968 (608) 489-2291 fax: (608) 489-3107 r.j.goodman@mwt.net
Northwood Farm, a certified organic dairy, beef and crop farm, has been worked by Goodman families since 1889. We direct market dry-aged beef yearround in bundles or individual cuts. Animals are raised on homegrown forage and pasture. No antibiotics, GMOs or animal byproducts. Contact or visit us at the Dane County Farmers’ Market (Mifflin St. side). Map C1
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Morren Orchard
Henry Morren & Lisa Fishman 2718 State Rd. 213, Orfordville, WI 53576 (608) 445-2067 morrenhenry@yahoo.com
On our small farm south of Madison, we grow a wide range of fruits: strawberries in June followed by cherries, plums, grapes and pears. We feature 60 varieties of apples, including unusual English and French varieties traditionally used for cider. Bramley’s is ideal for baking, Adam’s Pearmain is perfect for fresh eating; we also grow Honeycrisp. Our sweet cider is delicious (quantities available for hard cider making). NO VISITORS, PLEASE. Map E4
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Offbeat Acres
Paul & Erin Larson 5453 Pierceville Rd. Cottage Grove, WI 53527 (608) 669-6651 info@offbeatacres.com www.offbeatacres.com
Offbeat Acres is a fruit and fiber farm located 10 minutes east of Madison. We grow raspberries, blackberries, peaches and pumpkins, and raise ducks and alpacas. You can find us at several farmers’ markets in Madison, with our fruit and alpaca products starting in August, so check our website for current information. Farm visits are welcome, but please call first! Map E2
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Organic Valley Family of Farms
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 36) Map B1
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Paine Family Farm
Bill & Laura Paine N893 Kranz Rd., Columbus, WI 53925 (920) 623-4407 grassfedbeef@painefamilyfarm.com www.painefamilyfarm.com
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At Paine Family Farm, we raise 100% grass-fed beef with no grain or antibiotics or hormones. Dry-aged 21 days, cut, vacuum-packed and frozen, our lean, tender, flavorful beef is available in standard 15-, 25- or 50-pound packs and quarters. Sausages, brats, natural casing wieners and other cuts are available. We deliver orders of >$150 in the Madison area. Map E2
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Paoli Bread & Brat Haus
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Paoli Local Foods, LLC
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Parisi Farm Produce
(see Buy Fresh Buy Local, page 28) Map D3
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Pine River Market and Café
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Pink Overalls
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 37) Map C2
Lisa Martin & Sara Aide 8099 Hwy 78, Gratiot, WI 53541 (608) 444-7997 sjaid123@yahoo.com www.pinkoveralls.org
Pleasant Springs Orchard
Richard & Vivian Green 2722 Williams Dr., Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 873-4096 apples247@litewire.net www.pleasantspringsorchard.com
We grow 68 varieties of apples, specialty lettuces, melons, sweet corn, pumpkins and squash. Fresh, unpasteurized cider is pressed each week in season. For 33 years we have grown quality fruit and produce, mindful of food safety and the environment. See us at the orchard, Dane County Farmers’ Market, Westside Community Market and Monona Farmers’ Market. Map E3
Franco Parisi 3718 Halverson Rd., Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 873-3011 parisi.produce@gmail.com www.localharvest.org/parisi-family-farmM32214
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Josh Lubenau 538 N. Main St., Fall River, WI 53932 (608) 332-5020 plahnts@gmail.com www.plahnts.com
The Plahnt Farm believes in the ability of plants and nature to improve quality of life through health, beauty, taste, smell, touch and sound. Using natural methods, we grow vegetables, herbs and flowers that enliven the senses. Find us on the Capitol Square (Madison) and at the Sun Prairie farmers’ markets. Map F2
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 36) Map E3
We are a family farm 10 miles south of Madison in our seventh year of growing produce. Practicing sustainable farming methods, we condition our soil with organic inputs, focus on a large variety of heirloom vegetables, herbs, and hops and have freerange chickens. Our produce is sold at local farmers’ markets and restaurants as well as in our weekly CSA. Map E3
The Plahnt Farm
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Plowshare Community Farm
Erika Jensen W9502 Oak Center Rd., Waupun, WI 53963 (920) 324-5329 erikajen@sbcglobal.net www.plowsharecommunityfarm.com We love to farm and we know you’ll love our CSA boxes, which include a tasty mix of produce. It’s a wonderful surprise each week when you open your box. We offer full shares, half shares, extended season shares and flower shares. Please contact us for more information and a brochure. Delivery sites are in Waupun, Beaver Dam and Madison. Wholesale available. Map F1
Pink Overalls offers a unique goat and Jersey cow dairy CSA with glass-bottled milk, cultured butters, yogurts, specialty cheeses and gourmet ice cream produced in small batches by artisans Sara Aide and Lisa Martin. We also raise heritage-breed whey-fed pork, turkeys, chickens and heirloom vegetables. All animals are pastured without antibiotics or hormones, offering the safest, freshest products available. We want to be your farm. Map C4
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Primrose Community Farm, LLC
Mike & Cassie Noltnerwyss 4144 Cty J, Cross Plains, WI 53528 (608) 798-0219 primrosecommunityfarm@gmail.com www.primrosecommunityfarm.net
We are a certified organic family farm proud to provide the Dane County area with healthy, local and sustainably grown fruits and vegetables. We offer a CSA with delivery to the Madison area (see our website for more information). On Saturday mornings you can find us at Madison’s Westside Community Market on the Hill Farms parking lot at Sheboygan and Segoe. Wholesale available. Map D3
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Priske’s Asparagus Farm Tom & Judy Priske W5639 Hwy 16, Rio, WI 53960 (920) 992-3330 pritom01@aol.com
A domestic fair trade farm with sustainable practices: access to fresh air, sunshine; grass-based, free-range; no antibiotics or hormones for our lamb, chickens, turkeys. Whole/halves/various cuts, inspected, licensed lamb. On-site woolen mill and yarn shop with fiber, blankets, “slow-sox” and eco-dryer balls. Educational farm events, fiber/felting workshops. Local markets: Madison Eastside, Fitchburg. Map D3
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Reeson Family Farm
Pat Skogen & Ralph Reeson S6383 Spring Valley Rd. Loganville, WI 53943 (608) 393-6109 pskogen@live.com www.ReesonFamilyFarm.com
Reeson Family Farm is a diversified, grass-based and MOSA certified organic dairy committed to sharing the bounty of the land. We sell certified organic vegetables, fruit, eggs, beef, chicken and naturally raised pork by individual cuts, quarters, halves and whole. You can find us at farmers’ markets in Baraboo, Reedsburg, Capitol View (Madison) and Wisconsin Dells. Please call before visiting the farm. Map C2
Rainbow Fleece Farm Patty Reedy & Andy Wersal W7181 Hustad Valley Rd. New Glarus, WI 53574 (608) 527-5311 rainbowfleece@gmail.com
Dennis & Sue Mengeling N4754 Cty V, Poynette, WI 53955 (608) 279-1886 rainbowhillfarm@centurytel.net
Our Galloway cattle are grass-fed and grass-finished. Our pigs are pasture raised. Our animals are naturally raised—without growth-enhancing antibiotics or hormones—and treated humanely. Our meats are lean, tender and flavorful. Please call or email to request a brochure or a tour of Rainbow Hill Farm. Map E2
Farm fresh asparagus picked daily. Volume discounts. Open 9am-6pm daily during the season (May-June). Located 2 miles west of Rio on Hwy 16. Map E2
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Ruegsegger Farms, LLC Ken Ruegsegger 75 York Valley Rd., Blanchardville, WI 53516 (608) 523-4705 www.naturalmeats.org
100% grass-fed beef and lamb, pastured pork, eggs, chicken, turkey, veal and goat. We use no hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, herbicides, cages, confinement or inhumane treatment. Our home delivery (12 years running) is still free. FARM VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Our farm market store — Paoli Local Foods, LLC., (608) 845-FOOD (3663) — is 0pen Monday-Saturday. Map D3
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Scotch Hill Farm
Tony & Dela Ends 910 Scotch Hill Rd., Brodhead, WI 53520 (608) 897-4288 dela@scotchhillfarm.com tony@scotchhillfarm.com www.scotchhillfarm.com
Scotch Hill Farm has practiced community supported agriculture since 1994. We’re certified organic, growing 60+ varieties of vegetables. We also raise dairy goats, sheep and poultry at our century-old dairy farm site. We are 30 miles south of Madison, midway between Janesville and Monroe. Subscribers can participate in farm events. We make and sell farmstead milk soap, too. Wholesale available. Map E4
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Sassy Cow Creamery
Kara Kasten-Olson W4192 Bristol Rd., Columbus, WI 53925 (608) 837-7766 fax: (608) 837-7729 kara@sassycowcreamery.com www.sassycowcreamery.com
Sassy Cow Creamery is a new farmstead dairy built in 2007 by third-generation dairy farmers James and Robert Baerwolf and their families. Our love of dairying has led us in establishing two distinct herds: a 400 cow traditional dairy and a 100 cow organic dairy. We bottle the milk from these individual herds separately at our farmstead dairy. Products include whole, 2%, 1%, skim and chocolate milk along with butter and ice cream in a variety of flavors. Please visit our website, www.sassycowcreamery.com, for more information. Wholesale available. Map E2
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Schuster’s Playtime Farm
Seven Seeds Farm
Greg & Lea Stroncek 5079 Cty Z, Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 935-5757 lea@sevenseedsorganicfarm.com www.sevenseedsorganicfarm.com
This sustainable organic farm has been in the family since the 1870s. The on-farm store offers our own 100% grass-fed beef, chickens, limited pork and eggs. We are proud of our commitment to renewable energy with both solar thermal and photovoltaic panels. We encourage you to visit us. Map C3
ORGANIC GRASS-FED BEEF SUSTAINABLE, HEALTHY, LOCAL
Don & Theresa Schuster 1326 Hwy 12/18, Deerfield, WI 53531 (608) 764-8488 theresa@schustersfarm.com www.schustersfarm.com
Schuster’s Playtime Farm is a beautiful and entertaining arrangement of nature and fun. Experiences run the gamut from good old-fashioned farm learning and fun to truly unique outdoor fun (jumping pillow, gemstone mining and more). We host private engagements (birthday parties, day camps, corporate gatherings, etc.) May 1-October 31. We are open to everyone mid-September-October 31 for our Fall Festival Season. Map E3
BEEF | PORK | CHICKEN | EGGS OPEN WED. 3-7 AND SAT. 11-3 5079 County Rd. Z, Spring Green, WI 53588 608-935-5757 | www.sevenseedsorganicfarm.com
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Shady Blue Acres
Blue Strom & Skye Zitkus 16456 Alpine Ln., Richland Center, WI 53581 (608) 647-8934 farm@shadyblueacres.com www.shadyblueacres.com
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Shady Blue Acres is a 36-acre farm located in the driftless area producing seasonal vegetables, canned goods, eggs, chickens, turkeys, sheep and hogs. Inspired by organic old-school traditions, we highlight heirloom crop varieties and heritage, endangered breeds of livestock, which are intensively pastured. Join our CSA or see us at the Dane County Farmers’ Market. Please visit our website or contact the farm to schedule a tour. Map B2
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Shooting Star Farm
Rink DaVee & Jenny Bonde 6970 McNeill Rd., Mineral Point, WI 53565 (608) 967-2319 farmerrink@gmail.com www.shootingstarfarm.net
Small Family Farm
Jill & Adam Varney S2958 W. Salem Ridge Rd. La Farge, WI 54639 (608) 625-4178 smallfamilycsa@yahoo.com www.smallfamilycsa.com
We are a widely diversified small family farm that primarily raises vegetables for our 20-week CSA program. We also raise pastured broiler chickens, pastured egg layers and Berkshire hogs; keep honeybees; and maintain a young orchard. We deliver our CSA boxes to Madison, La Crosse, Onalaska, West Salem, Sparta, La Farge, Viroqua and Dubuque, IA. We offer on-farm events in spring and fall. Map B1
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Shooting Star Farm is a small certified organic family farm. We grow a wide array of vegetables for our local community in Mineral Point, where we attend a farmers’ market every Saturday, May-October. You can find our salad greens and specialty vegetables on the menus of restaurants in Madison and Chicago. NO FARM VISITS, PLEASE. Wholesale available. Map D3
Snug Haven Farm
Judy Hageman, Bill Warner and Danielle Wood 1170 Hageman Rd., Belleville, WI 53508 (608) 424-3296 fax: (608) 424-3296 spinach@snughavenfarm.com
Nestled in a valley, Snug Haven’s specialty is spinach grown in hoophouses during the winter months (this makes the spinach incredibly sweet due to the freezing/thawing process). Winter spinach and spring/summer flower shares are offered to families in the Madison area. Some early season crops include specialty lettuce, tomatoes (including heirlooms) and flowers. We sell year-round at the Dane County Farmers’ Market and direct market to restaurants in Madison and Chicago. SCHOOL AND FARM TOURS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map D3
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Sprouting Acres
Andy Watson & Kelly Bratt 1746 Hwy 73, Cambridge, WI 53523 (608) 469-2319 andy@macwatson.net www.sproutingacres.com
We are a small, certified organic, family-run farm with a 22-week CSA season that includes a wide variety of vegetables, strawberries and raspberries. Visit our website for more information or find us at the Tuesday Madison Eastside and the Saturday Dane County farmers’ markets. VISIT BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. Map F3
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Sugar River Dairy
(see Business and Organizations, page 38) Map E4
FARMS COMMUNITY GARDENS GROW YOUR OWN In Dane County, over 2,000 families grow their own vegetables in 53 community gardens. To get involved, contact CAC Food & Gardens, (608) 246-4730 ext. 206 or chrisb@cacscw.org. www.cacscw.org/gardens
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Sunborn Gardens
Carol Larsen 9593 Overland Rd. Mt. Horeb, WI 53572 (608) 437-3966 sunborn@mhtc.net www.sunborngardens.com
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Sunrise Orchards, Inc.
Lynne Teach 48340 Hwy 171, Gays Mills, WI 54631 (608) 735-4645 fax: (608) 735-4640 sunrise@mwt.net www.sunriseapples.com
Farm fresh apples, bakery, caramel apples, cider, potatoes, onions and antique apple varieties. Specializing in Wisconsin-grown and -made food products. Open late August to mid-December. Outdoor play area for children. Samples of our products available every day. Located on Hwy 171 east of Gays Mills. GAP/GHP/USDA inspected. Wholesale available. Map B2
Matt & Julie Sutter 2074 Sutter Dr., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572 (608) 832-6445 www.suttersridge.com
Only 20 minutes from Madison. We are open for self serve, U-pick raspberries mid-August to first frost. Starting Labor Day weekend, our cabin will be open every Friday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. During cabin hours, you can enjoy the corn maze, kids’ play area, pre-picked apples, U-pick apples, cider and baked goods. Visit suttersridge.com for directions and group programs. Wholesale available. Map D3
Sunborn provides fresh, local, sustainably grown flowers starting with marvelous, dramatic parrot tulips in April and ending with dried flowers and ornamental peppers along with ornamental kale in October. Holiday and wedding arrangements are favorites here! PLEASE CALL BEFORE VISITING. Map D3
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Sutter’s Ridge Farm
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Ten Eyck Orchard
Rob Ten Eyck W968 Hwy 11/81, Brodhead, WI 53520 (608) 897-4014 TEOApples@wekz.net
Ten Eyck Orchard, since 1839, offers apples that are tree-ripened, picked and sorted with great care and sold at their flavor peak. Our home market is located on Hwy 11/81, 3 miles west of Brodhead, and is open daily from late August to mid-November. We also offer Asian pears, pumpkins, squash, cider and honey. Map E4
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Thunder Valley Inn
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 39) Map D1
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Thundering Hoof Ranch, LLC
Stephenie & John Hoppa N7471 Forest Ridge Rd., Berlin, WI 54923 (920) 379-8551 thunderinghoof86@yahoo.com www.thunderinghoofranch.com
Our ranch is located within the beautiful and gently rolling hills of Green Lake County. As fourth and fifth generation farmers, we work with the land to restore habitat for wildlife while providing superior tasting meats—100% grass-fed beef and Icelandic lamb, pastured Berkshire pork, pastured heirloom chickens—and eggs. We have an on-farm store and do our own meat processing. Map E1
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Timothy Ridge
Brian & Marilee Backstrand 11255 Jordan-Wiota Rd., Argyle, WI 53504 (847) 812-1762 mbackstrand@csc-pipe.com www.timothyridge.com
We strive to: raise vegetables and hay organically; sell produce locally at the Monroe farmers’ market and other areas in Green and Lafayette counties; generate electricity with solar PV; minimize our ecological “footprint”; invite others to enjoy Timothy Ridge, sharing their knowledge and energy. Come visit: 11 miles west of Monroe on Hwy 81, take Trotter Rd. until it meets Jordan-Wiota Rd. Map D4
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Tomato Mountain Farm
Chris Covelli & Kurt Muezelaar N7720 Sandy Hook Rd., Brooklyn, WI 53521 (608) 712-1585 info@tomatomountain.com www.tomatomountain.com Tomato Mountain is a certified organic farm just south of Madison. We offer seedlings in the spring, a Chicago-area CSA, and salsas, preserves and other tomato-based products year-round. We harvest only the best ingredients by hand at the peak of ripeness, and bottle them only in season. And they don’t have far to travel—our on-farm kitchen is less than a block away! With no exposure to wheat, dairy, meat, soy or nuts, our products are naturally vegan, gluten-free and suitable for many with food allergies. Wholesale available. Map E4
Tipi Produce
Beth Kazmar & Steve Pincus 14706 W. Ahara Rd., Evansville, WI 53536 (608) 882-6196 csa@tipiproduce.com www.localharvest.org/farms/M4077
Look for our certified organic produce in natural food stores and co-ops in Madison, Janesville and Milwaukee. We offer a satisfying 26-week CSA, with farm events included. Thirteen CSA pickup sites in Madison, Middleton, Oregon, Evansville, Janesville, Brookfield and Milwaukee areas. Located just 35 minutes south of Madison. FARM VISITS BY CSA MEMBERS ONLY, PLEASE. Wholesale available. Map E4
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Trautman Family Farm
Scott & Julie Trautman 2049 Skaalen Rd., Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 205-9798 family@trautman.net www.trautmanfarm.com
Great tasting grass-fed beef, pastured pork, poultry, free-range eggs and 100% grass-fed dairy. Bring the whole family and share our joy at our certified organic family farm, minutes from I-90 near Stoughton, 12 minutes from Madison. Drop in Saturdays, 9am-Noon, or Wednesdays, 5-8pm. Otherwise please email or call ahead. Map E3
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Chris Upper 8454 State Rd. 19, Cross Plains, WI 53528 (608) 798-2286 farm@thetreefarm.net www.thetreefarm.net
Chris and Juli McGuire 19638 Cottage Inn Rd., Belmont, WI 53510 (608) 762-5335 farmer@twoonionfarm.com www.twoonionfarm.com
Chris and Juli McGuire at Two Onion Farm provide their CSA farm members with organic vegetables raised under the best conditions, picked at the peak of ripeness, and carefully washed, cooled and packed. Members have acclaimed our delicious, beautiful produce and attentive, well-organized service. Pick up your vegetables in Madison, Fitchburg, Platteville, Dubuque or Galena. Map C4
U-pick vegetables since 1973. Diversity and ethnic vegetables are our specialty. About 190 varieties of 40 kinds of vegetables, flowers and herbs. Quantities for canning or for supper. Scenic ridgetop in northwestern Dane County overlooking Indian Lake Park. Call or go online for driving directions, hours and daily produce availability. Map D2
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Claire Strader 500 block Troy Dr., Madison, WI 53704 (608) 442-6760 claire@troygardens.org www.troygardens.org
A program of Community GroundWorks, Troy Community Farm has been growing certified organic vegetables on Madison’s northside since 2001, and we are proud to be the city’s first urban farm. Join our CSA, look for our sprouts and herbs in Madison food stores, pre-order bedding plants from our new passive solar greenhouse and visit our summer farm stand at Troy Gardens on Thursdays from 4-6pm. Map E3
Uplands Cheese Co./Grass Dairy Michael & Carol Gingrich, Dan & Jeanne Patenaude 5025 Hwy 23 N., Dodgeville, WI 53533 (608) 935-5558 fax: (608) 935-7030 uplandscheese@gmail.com www.uplandscheese.com
Uplands Cheese Co./Grass Dairy is a rotational grazing farm and cheese manufacturing business in Dodgeville. Our cheeses, Pleasant Ridge Reserve and Rush Creek Reserve, are made on the farm using only the milk of our on-farm cows. Our award-winning Pleasant Ridge Reserve (Best of Show 2001, 2005 and 2010 American Cheese Society; U.S. Champion 2003 WCMA) is a raw milk cheese made in the style and tradition of French alpine cheeses. The sweet flavors of pasture grasses, herbs and wildflowers permeate every taste. VISITS BY APPOINTMENT, PLEASE. Wholesale available. Map C3
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Valley View Emus, LLC
Betty Lou Cauffman 4446 Golf Dr., Fennimore, WI 53809 (608) 822-3190 fax: (608) 822-3190 valleyviewemus@hotmail.com www.valleyviewemus.com
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West Star Farm, LLC George Kohn 2571 West Star Rd., Cottage Grove, WI 53527 (608) 239-7570 information@weststarfarm.com www.weststarfarm.com West Star Farm certified organic plants and produce are grown just 7 miles east of Madison. In spring, we offer a diverse selection of vegetable and herb plants. Find us most Saturdays at the Dane County Farmers’ Market and the Westside Community Market or call to purchase plants and produce at the farm. Wholesale available. Map E3
Our emus are free-fed, grazed and raised naturally. They are raised for “heart healthy” meat and are oil rich in omega-3, -6, -7 and -9. Oil uses include burns, skin problems, pain and lowering cholesterol, etc. Besides oil and meat, we have a nice range of products. Wholesale available. Map B3
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Viroqua Food Co-op
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Widmer’s Chese Cellars
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Voss Organics
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Willow Creek Farms Charcuterie, Inc.
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 39) Map A1
Mark Voss 1622 Mayfield Ln., Madison, WI 53704 (608) 556-8143 vossorganics@gmail.com
Voss Organics is a sub-acre urban farm on Madison’s north side. We employ organic and biodynamic methods to grow robust seedlings and quality produce. The farm’s products are available at the Dane County Farmers’ Market on the Square on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Northside Farmers’ Market on Sundays, the Willy Street Co-op and Madison’s finest restaurants. NO FARM VISITS, PLEASE. Map E3
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Water House
(see Buy Fresh Buy Local, page 30) Map F3
(see Business and Organizations, page 39) Map G1
Willow Creek Farms Charcuterie, Inc. Tony & Sue Renger E5293 Ohio Rd., Loganville, WI 53943 (608) 643-6348 fax: (608) 643-6526 willowcreek@merr.com www.willowcreekpork.com
Offering local, sustainable and humanely raised purebred Berkshire pork products. Our hogs are raised on pasture without antibiotics or animal byproducts. We have our own USDA processing facility in Prairie du Sac. We offer half and whole hogs along with individual cuts of pork and many specialty items. Please contact us for more information. Map C2
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Wisconsin River Meats
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Woolfarm.com
(see Business and Organizations, page 41) Map D1
Cletus & Priscilla Meinholz 1351 Cty T, Marshall, WI 53559 (608) 279-5890 woollady@chorus.net www.woolfarm.com
Our 2011 Pumpkin Patch opens October 1! Open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk! ALL pumpkins pre-picked and priced depending on size. ALL products we sell are grown here on our farm, so your purchase supports the local economy. Enjoy a short country drive to our farm (12 miles east of Madison) and choose your perfect pumpkin! www.woolfarm.com. Map E3
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Yahara River Grocery Co-op
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Yellow Barn Farm
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 41) Map E3
Rebecca Claypool 2868 Cty I, Avoca, WI 53506 (608) 583-2989 rebeccaclaypool@gmail.com www.yellowbarnfarm.org
Yellow Barn Farm is a small produce farm located just west of Spring Green. The farm was established in 2010 by Rebecca, after 10 years of working on organic vegetable farms from Maine to Minnesota. We aspire to grow healthy and fresh produce for the community while improving the quality of land. Yellow Barn’s produce is available through the CSA and at the Spring Green Farmers’ Market. Map C3
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The Yesteryear Farm
Ellen & Henry (Sr.) Bunn 2090 Town Hall Rd., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572 (608) 832-6446 yesteryearfarm@mhtc.net www.yesteryearfarm.com
The Yesteryear Farm features certified organic vegetables and education about life on the farm in the early 1900s. See our website for seasonal hours and availability of cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, varieties of cherry tomatoes and winter squash, pie and carving pumpkins, other vegetables and educational programs. Our farm is a relaxing 20-minute drive west of Madison, next to Dane County’s Donald Park. PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO ARRANGE A VISIT. Wholesale available. Map D3
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Young Earth Farm
Karol Niemann & Shirley Young W11544 Cty CF, Randolph, WI 53956 (608) 843-5730 farmer@youngearthfarm.com www.youngearthfarm.com
Young Earth Farm specializes in delicious, clean and carefully packed produce. We take great care to provide top quality produce. Our products are USDA certified organic; we are proud to farm with respect for the earth and future generations. Enjoy our seasonal harvest as a CSA member or at Madison’s Dane County Farmers’ Market (year-round). Please visit youngearthfarm.com. Map F1
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Farm Fresh Atlas
This map provides a general reference; it is not intended for navigation. Please contact the farms for specific directions.
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2012 - Southern WI
Directions: Look for numbers on the map that are in the location you’re interested in, then refer to the corresponding numbers in the farm listings beginning on page 2. Cities with listed farmers’ markets are in italics.
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL
PARTNER RESTAURANTS
The following restaurants belong to REAP’s network of farmers, chefs and food service professionals committed to growing the market for local food.
Alchemy Café
1980 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 204-7644 www.alchemycafe.net
BFBL Partner since 2009
Alchemy is a near-eastside gastropub serving up creative dishes utilizing locally sourced meats, veggies and other ingredients. Vegetarian and vegan options abound on the menu, while great rotating microbrews are always on tap. Plus, free live music nightly!
Beans ’n Cream Coffeehouse 345 Cannery Square Sun Prairie, WI 53590 (608) 837-7737 www.beansncreamcoffeehouse.com BFBL Partner since 2009
Beans ’n Cream Coffeehouse is a community centered café located in the heart of Sun Prairie’s renovated, historic downtown. Beans ’n Cream serves exceptional coffees, specialty drinks, Rishi tea and Sassy Cow ice cream, as well as a locally sourced breakfast and lunch menu that relies heavily on organically produced ingredients.
Bloom Bake Shop
1834 Parmenter St. Middleton, WI 53562 (608) 831-5797 www.bloombakeshop.com BFBL Partner since 2010
A small-batch bakery making local, organic, and fair trade sweet treats from scratch. In addition to traditional goodies, we bake a variety of vegan, casein-free and gluten-free treats. Cupcakes, brownies, whoopie pies, cookies, cakes, pie and more!
Brasserie V
1923 Monroe St. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 255-8500 www.brasseriev.com
BFBL Partner since 2007
Brasserie V is a casual neighborhood eatery offering a French- and Belgian-inspired menu and Belgian and craft beers to the Monroe Street community. The menu reflects our French country spirit as Chef Rob sources Wisconsin’s best meats, cheeses and vegetables to create seasonal menus based on the farm products available throughout the year.
Bunky’s Cafe
2425 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 204-7004 www.bunkyscafe.net
BFBL Partner since 2008
Bunky’s Cafe supports local farmers with fresh salad ingredients and products from Madison craftspeople and farmers. Bunky’s has been a loyal local foods advocate on the eastside for years, serving delicious Mediterranean and Italian specialties, including gluten-free selections.
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL Captain Bill’s
2701 Century Harbor Rd. Middleton, WI 53562 (608) 831-7327 www.capbills.com BFBL Partner since 2012
Captain Bill’s is a long-established presence in the Madison area food scene. Situated on the shores of Lake Mendota, the restaurant offers fantastic outdoor seating on the deck during the summer months and a cozy fireside dining experience during the winter months. Famous for their clam chowder and coconut shrimp, they feature locally sourced pastas, seasonal vegetables and locally raised meats.
Crema Cafe
4124 Monona Dr. Madison, WI 53716 (608) 224-1150 www.goodcrema.com
BFBL Partner since 2009
Crema Cafe serves a cafe breakfast and lunch featuring many locally grown and produced ingredients. Chef Steven’s sandwiches featuring locally grown ingredients, a full espresso menu, fresh bakery and variety of natural snacks in a kid-friendly atmosphere make Crema Cafe a great morning or afternoon stop.
Dayton Street Grille
1 W. Dayton St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-6000 www.daytonstreetgrille.com BFBL Partner since 2009
The Dayton Street Grille, located in The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor’s Club, offers contemporary cuisine with global influences. Chef Charles Lazzareschi is proud to offer seasonal menus made with local ingredients. In the evening, Chef Charles’ signature sweet, savory and spicy sauces allow you to tailor local flavors to your palate.
Fit Fresh Cuisine
2881 Commerce Park Dr. Fitchburg, WI 53719 (608) 277-834 700 S. Park St. Madison, WI 53715 (608) 512-4828 www.fitfreshcuisine.com BFBL Partner since 2009
Fit Fresh Cuisine is Madison’s premier health food restaurant providing fresh, nutritious and delicious food with an emphasis on local ingredients. Created and operated by a registered dietitian, Fit Fresh Cuisine takes health food to a new level with a wide variety of tasty menu options your body will thank you for. Fit never tasted SO GOOD!
Fresco
227 State St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 663-7374 www.frescomadison.com BFBL Partner since 2008
Fresco combines artistic sensibilities from atop the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art with fresh, local food and a special view of the Isthmus. Farmers’ Market Dinners showcase the region’s best local producers. With farmers in attendance, diners hear firsthand the story of local food before it arrives on their plate.
Greenbush Bar 914 Regent St. Madison, WI 53715 (608) 257-2874
BFBL Partner since 2007
Greenbush Bar’s owner and chef, Anna, buys local foods because they embody her values of humane, sustainable, community relationships toward food. Anna’s Italian heritage is at the center of the menu, so when you descend beneath the Italian Workingmen’s Club to dine at Greenbush Bar, you’ll feel like one of the family.
Harvest Restaurant
21 N. Pinckney St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 255-6075 www.harvest-restaurant.com BFBL Partner since 2007
Celebrated chefs Nate Hamilton and Ian Stowell let local food speak for itself with simple, high-quality preparations at Harvest. Renowned around the country for its partnerships with local farmers, Harvest helps define Midwestern cuisine, going beyond just serving food to actively supporting traditional and heritage food organizations and events.
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL Ian’s Pizza
115 State St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-9248 319 N. Frances St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-9248 www.ianspizza.com
BFBL Partner since 2007
Creative, delicious local food is waiting for everyone at Ian’s Pizza in two locations. Buying direct from local farmers is just one way the folks at Ian’s Pizza are serving the community with their amazing pizza slices. Chef Jeff takes his job as head chef and food mastermind to the limit, sourcing local ingredients even for his brownies.
jacs Dining & Tap House 2611 Monroe St. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 441-5444 www.jacsofmadison.com BFBL Partner since 2009
This neighborhood restaurant provides a European-inspired menu that changes seasonally. jacs Dining & Tap House strives to utilize Wisconsin’s local cheeses, grains, meats and produce while also offering several Wisconsin brews to complement any meal. Every Tuesday evening, enjoy two-for-one jacs’ burgers made with Pecatonica Valley Farm beef!
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L’Etoile & Graze
1 S. Pinckney St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 251-0500 www.letoile-restaurant.com www.grazemadison.com BFBL Partner since 2007
L’Etoile has been a treasured part of southern Wisconsin’s local food community for over 30 years. Graze, a new sibling restaurant, offers casual dining options, from breakfast to late night and weekend brunches. Renowned Chef Tory Miller composes seasonal menus with locally grown foods by cultivating relationships with small-scale farmers who are treated as our most honored partners. Side-by-side location in the U.S. Bank building on the Capitol Square.
La Fortuna Pizza
Madison, WI (608) 217-2934 www.lafortunapizza.com BFBL Partner since 2010
La Fortuna takes America’s favorite food and makes it even better—made right before your eyes using great local ingredients and cooked in their mobile wood-fired oven. Find La Fortuna at festivals around the area, or hire them to cater an event. Nothing says “party” like pizza! Check the website for events schedule and catering details.
BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL Marigold Kitchen
118 S. Pinckney St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 661-5559 www.marigoldkitchen.com BFBL Partner since 2007
Isthmus diners and Saturday farmers’ market goers have long known Marigold Kitchen as a great lunch, breakfast or brunch spot. Less well known is Chef Phillip and Chef John’s loyal use of local eggs, meats and seasonal vegetables. Justify your indulgence in a delicious lunch at Marigold with the knowledge that you’re supporting local growers.
Mermaid Café Liliana’s Restaurant
2951 Triverton Pike Dr. Fitchburg, WI 53711 (608) 442-4444 www.lilianasrestaurant.com
1929 Winnebago St. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 249-9719 www.mermaidcafemadison.com BFBL Partner since 2008
Liliana’s restaurant is a fine dining New Orleans style restaurant with an emphasis on local, organic choices when possible. We offer a seasonal menu and seek out local direct-from-farmer sources to build our menu around.
The bustling, warm atmosphere of the Mermaid Café supports dozens of local vendors while serving up delicious, fair trade espresso drinks, soups, salads and sandwiches made from a host of farm fresh ingredients. Culinary skills meet sustainable values with farmers’ market specials, seasonal soups and artisanal quiche made with CSA ingredients. Now featuring a seasonal dinner menu with a small, focused wine and beer list.
Lombardino’s
Monty’s Blue Plate Diner
BFBL Partner since 2007
BFBL Partner since 2010
BFBL Partner since 2010
2500 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 (608) 238-1922 www.lombardinos.com
Blending local ingredients with selected Italian imports, Chef Patrick creates sensational Italian menus that put Wisconsin farmers on par with the world’s finest artisans. Enjoy the flavors of Italian authenticity with local ingredients in Lombardino’s convivial, relaxing dining room.
The Madison Club 5 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 255-4861 www.madisonclub.org
2089 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 244-8505 www.montysblueplatediner.com
Community is a vital aspect of Monty’s Blue Plate Diner. We recognize that our customers, especially those who live and work nearby, are key to our success. We feel it’s important to give back. By buying local, we are able to keep our community at the forefront of our operations. We serve breakfast all day. Our menu proudly features upscale comfort food, vegetarian and vegan selections, as well as incredible pies, cakes, doughnuts and cupcakes.
BFBL Partner since 2007
Although it boasts more than 100 years of history, the Madison Club is anything but old-fashioned, thanks to its talented chefs, Daniel Fox and Andrew Wilson, who bring a passion for locavore practices and hand-crafted artisanal products to the kitchen.
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL Nau-Ti-Gal Restaurant 5360 Westport Rd. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246-3130
BFBL Partner since 2012
The Nau-Ti-Gal is a locally-owned restaurant that serves burgers and seafood. We are proud to serve only local beef (Black Earth Meats) in our burgers and use local ingredients whenever possible. We offer five local brewers on tap to complement your meal! Come in for Madison’s #1 brunch on Sundays. The Nau-Ti-Gal is proud to support REAP and the Buy Fresh Buy Local program.
The Old Fashioned
23 N. Pinckney St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 310-4545 www.theoldfashioned.com BFBL Partner since 2007
One meal at The Old Fashioned is enough to prove their slogan, “Wisconsin is King.” Local products are the soul of the menu, giving Wisconsin cuisine its due. The Old Fashioned adheres to the local philosophy in ways you can’t even taste by supporting locally owned manufacturers, suppliers and distributors as well.
Nostrano
Paoli Bread & Brat Haus
BFBL Partner since 2010
BFBL Partner since 2011
111 S. Hamilton St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 395-3295 www.nostranomadison.com
6890 Paoli Rd. Belleville, WI 53508 (608) 845-8087 www.breadandbrathaus.com
Nostrano is owned by Chefs Tim and Elizabeth Dahl, who have honed their skills in some of Chicago’s finest restaurants. Nostrano offers seasonal, Italian-influenced entrees and desserts created in-house from local ingredients. Nostrano’s wine list features selections from small producers throughout the Mediterranean region and its unique craft cocktail list highlights classical cocktails from the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Paoli Bread & Brat Haus is nestled on the Sugar River next to the historic gristmill. We specialize in artisanal breads and handcrafted pastries and have menu items featuring local farm raised vegetables, herbs and meats. Our brats are prepared using Penzeys spices and quality cuts of meat in a natural casing. We leave out the preservatives. Dine here or take it to go!
Pizza Brutta
1805 Monroe St. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 257-2120 www.pizzabrutta.com
BFBL Partner since 2009
made with
ORGANIC FLOUR & LOCAL CHEESE
608.257.2120
PIZZABRUTTA.COM
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Brought to life by local oak, fire and stone, Pizza Brutta is making wood-fired pizzas and salads with organic ingredients. In the spirit of Neapolitan pizza, Chef Derek makes the fresh mozzarella daily from local curd and the dough from regionally produced organic flours. With vegetables and greens from Shooting Star and Harmony Valley, you won’t find a more rustic combination of tradition and local food on pizza. As we like to say at Brutta, “Pizza on a Mission!”
BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL
The Roman Candle
Sunprint Café
1920 Parmenter St. Middleton, WI 53562 (608) 831-7777
BFBL Partner since 2010
1054 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 258-2000
2685 Research Park Dr. Fitchburg, WI 53711 (608) 278-1111 www.theromancandle.com BFBL Partner since 2009
As your traditional neighborhood pizzeria, Roman Candle stretches the idea of traditional with its creative specialty pizzas featuring seasonal, local vegetables. With the labor and care they put into each pizza, salad and dessert, you are guaranteed to fix your craving for fresh, local food.
Sardine
617 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 441-1600 www.sardinemadison.com BFBL Partner since 2007
Stepping into Sardine, the atmosphere immediately sets the tone for the food: delightful, smart and thoughtfully designed. Seasonal, local produce is regularly featured on the menu as Chef John and Chef Phillip execute consistently delicious meals.
1 S. Pinckney St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 268-0114 www.sunprint-cafe.com The price is right at Sunprint Café when you try many of their seasonal specialties for breakfast or lunch. An earth friendly attitude is reflected throughout Sunprint, from participating in a CSA to their eco-friendly food packaging. With a focus of fresh and local food, any farmers’ market shopper or Isthmus diner can get their fill of delicious food under the sun.
Tex Tubb’s Taco Palace 2009 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704 (608) 242-1800 www.textubbstacos.com BFBL Partner since 2011
Just like the chain restaurants, except without the commercial food, fluorescent lights and uncomfortable chairs. We take our food seriously, and we make it tasty! We get fresh meat and produce from local farms and we make everything from scratch. We do all this because we know it is worth the effort and because we know you’ll love it.
Tornado Club Steak House 116 S. Hamilton St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 256-3570 www.tornadosteakhouse.com BFBL Partner since 2009
Tornado Club Steak House presents white-linen dining in a supper club atmosphere and specializes in the preparation of steaks, seafood and other Midwestern fare. Striving to become more involved with the growing local food movement, Tornado sources many local products that are featured on a daily basis. Come and enjoy!
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL Umami Ramen & Dumpling Bar
Water House
BFBL Partner since 2011
BFBL Partner since 2012
923 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 819-6319 www.umamimadison.com
Umami Ramen & Dumpling Bar features homemade “savory” Chinese dumplings and Japanese ramen soups made with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Umami’s carefully crafted food and drinks menu, along with its modern design, make this Williamson Street restaurant and bar a uniquely authentic and soulful experience. Umami is committed to sustainable practices and supporting the local community while paying homage to tradition and creativity.
Vintage Brewing Company 674 S. Whitney Way Madison WI 53711 (608) 204-2739 www.vintagebrewingcompany.com BFBL Partner since 2011
We at the Vintage Brewing Company are showing how much we care for our local economy by bringing you fresh products from farmers throughout the area. Our chef, AJ Hurst, is providing our customers a firsthand taste of the kinds of foods that come from Wisconsin. His creations in the kitchen bring you some of the besttasting food in the Madison area. Match that with our brewmaster Scott Manning and his top-notch beer and you have plenty of reason to enjoy the Vintage Brewing Company.
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132 E. Lake St. Lake Mills, WI 53551 (920) 945-0660 www.waterhousefoods.com Water House is a coffeehouse, bistro and entertainment+education space offering high-taste foods made using local and organic ingredients. Relax and nourish yourself for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Savor our own artisanal breads, croissants, pastries, baked doughnuts, wheat-free foods and pies. Or browse our ever-growing market of Wisconsin’s best local products, from coffee, flours and beer to art and music.
Weary Traveler Freehouse 1201 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 442-6207
BFBL Partner since 2007
The Weary Traveler makes a point to source from friends and neighbors so eaters can find great food whether it’s lunch, dinner or late at night. Chef Joey makes using local ingredients look easy and casual; diners may never realize the dedication going into their meal.
BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL In addition to our restaurant partners, the Buy Fresh Buy Local program also partners with area distributors, grocery stores and health-care providers. Please support and thank them for working with local farmers.
The Doc Rock Cafe at Agrace HospiceCare 5395 E. Cheryl Pkwy. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 276-4660 www.agracehospicecare.org
The Doc Rock Cafe is a not-for-profit restaurant located inside Agrace HospiceCare in Madison. The cafe supports a variety of local farmers and vendors year-round. Staffed largely by volunteers, the Doc Rock Cafe serves up an array of seasonally changing salads, healthy entrées, comfort foods and irresistible baked goods for the Agrace staff and visitors, as well as the public. Purchases from the Doc Rock Cafe help fulfill Agrace’s mission of enhancing quality of life at the end of life by supporting programs and services for the local community. Lunch is open to the public daily from 11am - 1pm
Metcalfe’s Market (Retail Grocery Partner)
Chef Leah Caplan, Chief Food Officer
www.shopmetcalfes.com
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 35)
Willy Street Co-op (Retail Grocery Partner) www.willystreet.coop
(see Businesses and Organizations, page 40)
St. Mary’s Hospital (Health-care Partner) www.stmarysmadison.com
REAP’s Buy Fresh Buy Local Southern Wisconsin program is pleased to work with the other BFBL chapters nationwide, founded by FoodRoutes Network, a non-profit dedicated to reconnecting Americans with the source of their food.
Cook boldly. Start loCally. We’ve proven time and again that “local” is much more than just a physical location. It’s a personal philosophy. That’s why we choose to support our community by using the freshest local ingredients in all prepared foods by Chef Leah Caplan, and by proudly displaying 2,500 local foods in our aisles.
shopmetcalfes.com
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Businesses & Organizations
BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS Please support these businesses and organizations, and tell them you saw them in the Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas. Businesses with venues located outside of Madison are shown on the map on pages 22-23.
608 Community Supported Kitchen
The CSA Coalition
We are a members-only, subscription meal-delivery service. Every week we muse on what is fresh, seasonal, inspiring and appropriate, and cook up 2 different meal menus, then deliver shares of those 2 meals to our members. We also cater special events and our menus are tailored to the season and tastes of our hosts. See #1 on map.
The CSA Coalition works to create a sustainable, just, local food system by promoting and supporting CSA farms and educating our community about direct-market, organic agriculture. Through our Partner Shares Program, the Coalition subsidizes CSA memberships for limited-income households to improve community nutrition and increase access to fresh food from local farms.
629 W. Hudson St. Mazomanie, WI 53560 (608) 795-2211 www.608csk.com
Basics Cooperative 1711 Lodge Dr. Janesville, WI 53545 (608) 754-3925 gm@basicshealth.com www.basicshealth.com
Basics Cooperative is a natural and organic grocery store owned by our customers and open to the public. Our goal is to provide highquality natural, organic, and locally sourced foods and supplements to our community at affordable prices. We are dedicated to providing valuable information and healthy choices to our community. Eat Well, Do Good! See #8 on map.
303 S. Paterson St., Suite 1B Madison, WI 53703 (608) 226-0300 info@macsac.org, www.csacoalition.org
Cedar Grove Cheese
E5904 Mill Rd. Plain, WI 53577 (608) 546-5284, (800) 200-6020 bob@cedargrovecheese.com www.cedargrovecheese.com
Cheese tours, retail outlet and “living machine” water treatment. Fresh curd, specialty and organic cheese since 1878. One mile east of Hwy 23. Take Hwy B to Mill Rd.; first business on left. MondaySaturday mornings are best for tours. Please call ahead on Sundays. See #22 on map.
Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems (CIAS) 1535 Observatory Dr. Madison, WI 53706 (608) 262-5200 www.cias.wisc.edu
CIAS is breaking new ground in research and education for profitable farms and businesses, resilient landscapes and healthy communities. Our work has shown that farmers can cut costs, increase profits and improve their quality of life while enhancing the environment. We are part of the UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
Clock Shadow Creamery 538 S. 2nd St. Milwaukee, WI 53204 (800) 200-6020
Clock Shadow Creamery, in Milwaukee’s historic Walker’s Point neighborhood, is Wisconsin’s first urban cheese manufacturer. Making fresh artisanal and ethnic cheeses, we also provide tours, classes and a retail store. Wholesale available
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BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS The #1 resource for farm-fresh cooks! • Organized alphabetically by vegetable • More than 400 recipes • Includes nutrition and storage tips • Bulk discounts available
k includes S&H
$18.77 per boo Purchase online or send a check.
Connecting growers & eaters for more than 20 years
303 S. Paterson St. #1B, Madison WI 53703 (608) 226-0300 | www.csacoalition.org
Community GroundWorks 3601 Memorial Dr., Suite 4 Madison, WI 53704 (608) 240-0409 info@troygardens.org www.communitygroundworks.org
Community GroundWorks is a nonprofit organization that connects people to nature and local food. Through hands-on education, children and adults learn gardening, urban farming, healthy eating and natural-area restoration. Organized in Madison, Wisconsin, in 2001 as the Friends of Troy Gardens, Community GroundWorks serves diverse communities and schools across the region.
Driftless Depot
140 S. Winsted St./Hwy 23 (next to the RR tracks) Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 628-1001 www.driftlessdepot.com
Our food lover’s store offers conscientiously sourced, quality, organic, local and global food, drink and related specialties for all occasions. Artisanal cheeses and sausages. Espresso. Wine. Gelato. Custom picnic baskets and dinners. Homemade soups and freshly made sandwiches daily. Relaxing indoor and outdoor seating. Open daily. See #28 on map.
Driftless Market, LLC • Sun - THE sustainable, local energy source • Supplement in-floor hot water heat • NABCEP certified in electric and hot water • Farm, greenhouse, processing
608.935.3670 info@driftless.com
95 W. Main St. Platteville, WI 53818 (608) 348-2696 robin@driftlessmarket.com www.driftlessmarket.com
Driftless Market is Platteville’s community grocery on Main Street. We offer a full line of natural and organic foods, focusing on local and regional products, including artwork. Enjoy homemade soups, chili, baked goods and more from our in-house deli. Shop in a friendly, warm environment committed to its community. See #29 on map.
Driftless Solar, LLC 5200 Cty Z Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 935-3670 info@driftless.com www.driftless-solar.com
Serving the sustainable food movement by providing solar solutions for electric, hot water and heat in residences, farms, greenhouses or processing facilities. We integrate passive solar, a variety of storage methods and flexible backup, such as wood boilers. Our solar test system evaluates components and control strategies before installations. NABCEP certified; Focus on Energy provider; USDA REAP application specialist. VISITS DURING MREA SOLAR TOUR WEEKEND ONLY. See #31 on map.
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BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS Edgewood College Sustainability Leadership Graduate Program 1000 Edgewood College Dr. Madison, WI 53711 (608) 663-3297 gps@edgewood.edu www.edgewood.edu/sustainability
Designed for working professionals, the Sustainability Leadership Graduate Program serves those who recognize the urgent call to create more ecologically, economically and socially resilient communities. Students develop the transformative ethical leadership skills needed to successfully apply the principles of sustainability for positive change. Together with faculty, they work in partnership with community organizations to address global challenges with local solutions.
Family Farm Defenders
1019 Williamson St., #B Madison, WI 53703 (608) 260-0900 familyfarmdefenders@yahoo.com www.familyfarmdefenders.org
The mission of FFD is to create a farmer-controlled and consumeroriented food system based upon democratic institutions that respect and empower local people in their quest for justice and dignity. To this end, FFD supports sustainable agriculture, farm worker rights, animal welfare, consumer safety, fair trade and food sovereignty.
FRESH Food Connection
SuStainability leaderShip Gr aduate Pro Gr am
Engaging working professional students and community in positive change. An interdisciplinary program for personal and professional transformation, with options for certificate, MBA or MA in Education. Apply today! Classes begin July 28.
www.edgewood.edu 608.663.3297 | gps@edgewood.edu
(Farmers Raising Ecologically Sustainable Healthy Food in Southern Wisconsin)
431 N. Baldwin St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-6729 info@freshfoodwisconsin.org www.freshfoodwisconsin.org
“The practical, applied approach allowed me to bring innovative ideas to my work from day one!” – LeeAnn Glover, Class of 2011
FRESH Food Connection is a group of CSA farms in southern Wisconsin sustainably producing vegetables, fruit, meat, eggs, cheese, canned goods, wool and other farm products. As farmers seeking Hook’s Cheese Company, to produce in harmony with nature and with minimal impact on the Farm Fresh Ad.indd 1 320 Commerce St. environment, we sign onto a sustainability pledge that enumerates the Mineral Point, WI 53565 principles we hold.
(608) 987-3259 hookscheese@yahoo.com www.hookscheese.com
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We make our cheese from milk produced on small family farms in southwestern Wisconsin. We are located in the historic town of Mineral Point. Our award-winning cheeses range from colby, monterey jack and pepper jack to blues and sharp cheddars. Our 10-year Cheddar took 1st place at the American Cheese Society Show in 2006. See #44 on map.
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BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS Just Coffee Cooperative
The Kitchen at Arcadia Books
Just Coffee Cooperative is a worker-owned roaster dedicated to creating and expanding a model of trade based on transparency, equality and human dignity. We strive to build long-term relationships with small-scale farmers to bring you an incredible cup of coffee. We are located on Madison’s near eastside, providing artisan roasted coffee for the finest cafes, restaurants, grocery co-ops and independent groceries in Wisconsin. Also available online at justcoffee.coop. Wholesale available
We make fresh food daily to stock our triple-door cooler with gourmet deli fare, like sandwiches, wraps, salads and noodles. We cook with a global flair and an emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients, so there’s always something new to find. Wine, local beer, coffee and sweets are also available. And a great book selection! See #51 on map.
1129 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 204-9011 info@justcoffee.coop justcoffee.coop
102 E. Jefferson St. Spring Green, WI 53588 (608) 588-3923 jacquelinesingleton@gmail.com www.readinutopia.com
Local Thyme
3554 Heather Crest Madison, WI 53705 (608) 334-9067 gilliam.laura@gmail.com www.localthyme.com
Local Thyme is a CSA menu planning service that saves you money and time, while teaching you to use all your CSA produce in your weekly menus! Owners Pat Mulvey, personal chef and assistant editor of From Asparagus to Zucchini, and Laura Gilliam, community gardener and expert preserver, are dedicated to ending veggie guilt one box at a time.
Lonesome Stone Milling, LLC
304 S. Oak St. Lone Rock, WI 53556 (608) 583-2100 lonesomestonemill@gmail.com
Our grains are from ridgetop farms in the driftless region. We work closely with our growers on crop variety choices and seed saving. We clean, mill and market local small grains and corn. Our stone burr mill produces a variety of flours, meals and prepared mixes. We sell product for grocery retail or in bulk for local bakeries. Wholesale available. See #55 on map.
Metcalfe’s Market
Hilldale: 726 N. Midvale Blvd. West: 7455 Mineral Point Rd. Madison, WI (608) 238-7612 asktim@shopmetcalfes.com www.shopmetcalfes.com
As a family-owned market that’s served its community proudly for nearly a century, we’ve proven time and again that “local” is much more than a physical location. It’s a personal one. With more than 2,500 local foods in our aisles, and local and sustainable ingredients in all chef-prepared foods, we’re proud to say that we buy local, too. Cook boldly. Start locally.
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BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS
Celebrating
Cooperation Farming for the future
Nature’s Bakery Cooperative 1019 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-3649 www.naturesbakery.coop
We are a worker-owned collective that has been providing the community with affordable, nutritious products made from organic whole grains since 1970. Come to our storefront, located in the Wil-Mar neighborhood, for fresh bread, wheat-free granolas, veggie burgers, spinach cheese calzones, sprouted wheat Essene breads and delicious all-natural cookies! Wholesale available ©Organic Valley 2012-11001
Organic Valley Family of Farms One Organic Way La Farge, WI 54639 (608) 625-2602 www.organicvalley.coop
As we near a quarter-century as a cooperative of organic family farmers, we’re excited to join you in celebrating the International Year of the Co-op. Organic Valley shares your commitment to nurturing health and harmony between human and natural communities. We salute all of our sister cooperatives. Here’s to working together for a bright future. See #64 on map.
Paoli Local Foods, LLC 6895 Paoli Rd. Belleville, WI 53508 (608) 845-3663 paolilocalfoods@tds.net www.paolilocalfoods.com
Paoli Local Foods (PLF) is owned and operated by Ken and Sherrie Ruegsegger of Ruegsegger Farms Natural Meats. Famous for our 100% grass-fed beef, free-range chicken, eggs, pastured pork, lamb, veal, goat and organic produce. PLF also carries LOCAL products from over 80 other LOCAL organic farmers and gardeners. If it’s LOCAL food, it’s here. See #67 on map.
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s we near a quarter-century as a cooperative of organic family farmers, we’re excited to join you in celebration of the International Year of the Co-op. Organic Valley shares your commitment to nurturing health and harmony between human and natural communities. We salute all of our sister cooperatives. Here’s to working together for a bright future. www.organicvalley.coop
BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS Physicians Plus Insurance Corp. 2650 Novation Pkwy, Suite 400 Madison, WI 53713 (608) 282-8900 ppicinfo@pplusic.com www.pplusic.com
Need another reason to include fresh produce in your diet? With the Physicians Plus Eat Healthy Rebate, members who purchase a fruit or vegetable share from any MACSAC, FRESH Food Connection or Simply Wisconsin farm can receive a rebate of up to $100/year for single contracts or $200/year for family contracts! Visit our website for details.
Pine River Market and Café 196 W. Court St. Richland Center, WI 53581 (608) 647-7299 www.pinerivercoop.com
Eating healthy made simple The Eat Healthy RebateSM from Physicians Plus is a steady supply of fresh fruits and veggies from a local CSA farm along with rebates up to $200 per year*. It’s thousands of Physicians Plus members eating healthy, delicious produce while earning rewards for their healthy choices. Simple. Healthy. Better! * The maximum annual reimbursement is $100/year for single contracts and $200/year for family contracts.To take advantage of the Eat Healthy Rebate, order a produce share from any MACSAC, FRESH Food Connection or Simply Wisconsin farm and make a payment (excluding public or private assistance programs) equal to or greater than your eligible rebate amount. P+5066-1202
Located in the heart of downtown Richland Center, the Pine River Market and Café provides local, organic and fair trade products. Fresh produce, coffees, bulk grain and spices, as well as daily soups and baked goods, are waiting for you. Stop in for a cup of coffee and lunch. A food co-op since 1983; membership is not required to shop. See #69 on map.
Potter’s Crackers
100 S. Baldwin St., #303, 304 Madison, WI 53703 (608) 663-5005 potterscrackers@gmail.com www.potterscrackers.com
Potter’s Crackers are Wisconsin’s only organic, artisanal crackers. Produced from fresh, local ingredients, our crackers are full of flavor. We offer some varieties year-round, but also feature many seasonal crackers inspired by produce from local farmers. Crackers are available at stores that sell artisanal local food across Wisconsin.
RP’s Pasta Company 1133 E. Wilson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 257-7216 fax: (608) 257-7267 freshpasta@rpspasta.com www.rpspasta.com
RP’s Pasta Company was founded in 1995 by Peter Robertson, a passionate man with a love for food. He began selling his fresh, all-natural pasta at the Dane County Farmers’ Market. Peter grew his love for fresh pasta into a successful business, selling pasta to grocery stores and restaurants. To purchase our pasta, visit our website to locate a store near you. Wholesale available
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REAP Food Group
306 E. Wilson St., #2E Madison, WI 53703 (608) 310-7836 info@reapfoodgroup.org www.reapfoodgroup.org
REAP connects producers, consumers, policy makers, educators, businesses and organizations to nourish the links between land and table. To do so, REAP teaches the next generation to love healthy local food through our Farm to School program; connects farmers, chefs and diners through our Buy Fresh Buy Local program; produces the Southern Wisconsin Farm Fresh Atlas™; and celebrates local and sustainable eating through our popular yearly events. (See back cover for dates.)
The Something Special from Wisconsin™ logo guarantees that at least 50% of a product's ingredients, production, or processing activities are from Wisconsin.
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SavorWisconsin.com
2811 Agriculture Dr. Madison, WI 53708 (608) 224-5080 DATCPSavorWisconsin@wi.gov www.SavorWisconsin.com
The SavorWisconsin.com website is connecting consumers with Wisconsin producers, farms, restaurants, farmers’ markets and foodrelated events. This online directory helps consumers locate food and products across Wisconsin through a customizable search. Businesses can also create a FREE profile to be part of the search listing. Visit www.SavorWisconsin.com—we’re connecting consumers hungry for local goods with the people who produce them!
Slow Food Madison
info@slowfoodmadison.org www.slowfoodmadison.org
Slow Food Madison is a chapter of Slow Food USA that promotes good, clean and fair practices for growers, eaters and the land. We offer monthly socials, artisanal food events and educational opportunities for community members. We support artisan producers committed to making food of excellent quality and taste, which leads to a slower, more harmonious rhythm of life. Come join us.
Something Special from Wisconsin™ 2811 Agriculture Dr. Madison, WI 53708 (608) 224-5124 DATCPSSFW@wi.gov www.somethingspecialfromwisconsin.com
The Something Special from Wisconsin™ logo guarantees that at least 50% of a product’s ingredients, production or processing activities are from Wisconsin. Products that proudly display the Something Special from Wisconsin™ logo are recognized for their quality and authenticity. When you see this logo, you know it’s from Wisconsin. You can find a full listing of members at www.SavorWisconsin.com. Visit www.somethingspecialfromwisconsin.com to join this program.
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Sugar River Dairy
Ron & Chris Paris N7346 Cty D Albany, WI 53502 (608) 938-1218 sugarriverdairy@gmail.com www.sugarriverdairy.com
Sugar River Dairy is a family-owned and -operated Grade A dairy plant that produces small-batch homestead yogurt using milk produced in Wisconsin. The milk cows are humanely treated, outside daily and rBST-free. Sugar River Dairy yogurt is non-homogenized (cream line) and contains no additives, stabilizers or high fructose corn syrup. Just real, honest and great tasting yogurt. VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE. See #89 on map.
BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS
Thunder Valley Inn
W15344 Waubeek Rd. Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (608) 254-4145 info@thundervalleyinn.com www.thundervalleyinn.com
Scandinavian farm B&B and restaurant. Our old-fashioned farm restaurant sources local food in season. Delicious Sunday brunch and farmers’ market 8:30am-1pm from May 13-October 28. Smorgasbords, threshing dinners with fiddling, singing, accordion music and Ole & Lena jokes are available by reservation, along with group bread baking and tours of our dairy farm. Velkommen! See #94 on map.
Trillium Natural Foods Community Co-op 517 Springdale St. Mt. Horeb, WI 53572 (608) 437-5288 trillium@mhtc.net www.trilliumnaturalfoods.com
An oasis in western Dane County! Local organic and sustainably grown produce, dairy, meats and much more. Enjoy sandwiches, soups, salads and raw desserts from our Living Foods Deli (varies daily). Many organic options, including foods for those with dietary challenges. Nutritional supplements, healthy body care and ecologically friendly household products. A community-based grocery co-op with exceptional personalized service! Open daily.
Viroqua Food Co-op
609 N. Main St. Viroqua, WI 54665 (608) 637-7511 outreach@viroquafood.coop www.viroquafood.coop
VFC takes pride in offering a one-stop shopping experience with a commitment to local/organic foods and superior customer service. Enjoy our deli serving three meals a day from the hot bar, soup, salad and sandwich bar, fresh baked goods, espresso bar plus a fabulous Sunday brunch. Open Monday-Saturday, 7am-9pm; Sunday, 9am-8pm. See #105 on map.
Widmer’s Cheese Cellars 214 W. Henni St. Theresa, WI 53091 (920) 488-2503 (888) 878-1107 www.widmerscheese.com
The Widmer family has operated the Cheese Cellars since 1922. The third-generation company produces some of the most awarded brick, cheddar and authentic colby cheeses in the world. Made only in small batches, the cheeses are handcrafted. The curd is moved by hand from the vat to cheese molds and each is hand-turned three times on the first day. Joe Widmer, a Master Cheesemaker, uses real bricks—the same ones his grandfather used—to press the whey from the curds. Widmer’s cheddar ranges in age from mild up to 8 years old. Widmer’s 8-Year Cheddar took top honors in its class in the 2010 American Cheese Society competition. See #109 on map.
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BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS At the Co-op, fresh delicious food is just the beginning. Nourish your family. Discover local foods. Connect with others and help build a strong community. It all comes together at the co-op. 609 N Main St,Viroqua WI 608.637.7511 Open Mon-Sat 7am-9pm, Sunday 9am-8pm
local economy
Local Meat, Produce & Dairy, Organic Groceries, Bulk, Hot Bar, Fresh Baked Goods, Sandwiches Coffee & Espresso, Soup & Salad Bar Wisconsin Farmers Union
Willy Street Co-op East: 1221 Williamson St. Madison, WI 53703 (608) 251-6776
West: 6825 University Ave. Middleton, WI 53562 (608) 284-7800 info@willystreet.coop www.willystreet.coop
Your full-service grocery cooperative specializing in locally grown, natural and organic food. Enjoy our in-house deli and bakery, delicious soup and salad bar, juice and coffee bar, fresh fruits and vegetables, and a variety of health and beauty products. Full-service meat counter, a self-serve deli hot bar, and beer and wine section at Willy West. Catering, online shopping and delivery services available.
Wisconsin Farmers Union 117 W. Spring St. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (715) 723-5561 info@wisconsinfarmersunion.com www.wisconsinfarmersunion.com
Wisconsin Farmers Union is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for family farmers, rural communities and all people through educational opportunities, cooperative endeavors and civic engagement. Since 1930, WFU has championed cooperatives and other community-based businesses as one of the best ways for people to meet their needs in both rural and urban settings.
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Kamp Kenwood 2012 Camps:
Affordable overnight camps to make friends, have fun, and learn about cooperation, family farms, social justice, leadership and sustainability.
800.272.5531
www.wisconsinfarmersunion.com
Junior/Junior High (ages 8-14): June 11-14 Junior (ages 8-12): Aug. 7-10 & Aug. 12-15 Junior High (ages 12-14): July 30-Aug. 3 Senior (ages 14-18): June 18-22 Acorn Day Camp (ages 7+): Aug. 11 Family Camp (all ages): Aug. 10-11
BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS Wisconsin River Meats
N5340 Hwy HH Mauston, WI 53948 (608) 847-7413 fax: (608) 847-3723 john@wisconsinrivermeats.com www.wisconsinrivermeats.com
Willy West: 6825 University Ave., Middleton • (608) 284-7800 Willy East: 1221 Williamson St., Madison • (608) 251-6776 open 7:30am–9:30pm daily • www.willystreet.coop
Wisconsin River Meats makes and offers for sale Wisconsin beef, pork, lamb, bison, elk and red deer. WRM also makes 40 varieties of sausage, including landjaeger, summer sausage, brats, jerky, ham, bacon and other varieties. WRM also offers pig roasts and catering. See #111 on map.
Yahara River Grocery Co-op 229 E. Main St. Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 877-0947 info@yaharagrocery.coop www.yaharagrocery.coop
*local, organic, natural, special diet, gourmet, vegan, vegetarian, made to order, catered, delivered & online (shop.willystreet.coop)
Yahara River Grocery Co-op brings local, all-natural and organic foods to Stoughton and the surrounding area, offering produce, dairy, meat—including grass-fed beef, pastured pork and lamb—bulk products, health and beauty aids, beer and wine. Come in and enjoy our fresh salad bar, homemade soups, baked goods and grab ’n’ go deli items. YRGC is committed to supporting our local producers and providing the friendliest shopping experience around. We look forward to seeing you! See #113 on map.
This fall, participate in the third annual
Eat Local Challenge! Check out
willystreet.coop/ELC for details & resources.
HOW LOCAL CAN YOU GO?
Coming this Summer... The
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Wisconsin Local Foods JournaL by Terese Allen and Joan Peterson
This edition of the journal will feature Wisconsin restaurants using locally sourced ingredients. All profits benefit REAP Food Group. wisconsinlocalfoodsjournal.com Sustainable Eating All Through the Year
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Farmers’ Market Listings 2012 Share southern Wisconsin’s bountiful harvest at a farmers’ market. There are farmers’ markets every day of the week during the growing season, and a few winter markets, too. Towns with farmers’ markets are italicized on the map on pages 22-23. Baraboo Farmers’ Market May 9th through Oct. 31st Wednesdays and Saturdays 7:30am to 1pm Location: Courthouse Square, downtown Baraboo Contact: Fred Moh, (608) 356-5606 oakstreetmarket@centurytel.net www.downtownbaraboo.com
Beloit Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to 1pm
Location: Downtown Beloit, 300 block of State St. and 400 block of East Grand Ave. Contact: Crystal Buhmeyer, Downtown Beloit Association, (608) 365-0150 crystal@downtownbeloit.com www.downtownbeloit.com
Cambridge Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Fridays, 2pm to 7pm
Location: Veterans Park, 100 E. Main St., between Spring and Park Streets Contact: Carol Sapienza, (847) 269-6515 wivictorian@aol.com, www.cambridgewi.net
Capitol View Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Columbus Downtown Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Wednesdays, 3pm to 6pm
Location: City Hall parking lot on James St., across from the library Contact: Kristi Agnew, (902) 382-4469
Columbus Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Sundays, 9am to 1pm
Location: Julie’s Java, 409 N. Ludington, next to the Amtrak Station Contact: Julie Hornbacher, (920) 623-5540
Dane County Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Darlington Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location: Parking lot by Casey’s, Main St. Contact: Suzi Osterday, (608) 776-3067 mainstprogram@centurytel.net
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DeForest Area Farmers’ Market Ferryville Market in the Park May 21st through Oct. 23rd Tuesdays, 3pm to 6pm
May 19th through Oct. 27th Saturdays, 9am to 3pm
Dodgeville Farmers’ Market
Fitchburg Center Farmers’ Market
Location: DeForest Veterans’ Memorial Park, next to DMB Community Bank on Main St. Contact: Lisa Beck, (608) 846-2922 dacc1@centurytel.net www.deforestarea.com
May 12th through Oct. 20th Saturdays, 8am to 11am
Location: Municipal parking lot next to the United Methodist Church on Iowa St. Contact: Dee Margis, (608) 943-6230 margis@centurytel.net
Eastman Farmers’ Market Mid-May through mid-Oct. Fridays, 3pm to 7pm
Location: Eastman ballpark on N. Main St. Contact: Allison Roberts, (608) 874-9383
Eastside Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
(Edgerton) Henry Street Farmers’ Market May through Sept. Thursdays, 2pm to 6pm
Location: Henry St., Edgerton Contact: Teri Huber, (608) 921-1601 tmhuber65@att.net www.henrystreetmarket.org
Evansville Farmers’ Market
May 5th through Oct. 12th Saturdays, 9am to 2pm
Location: Church and Maple, in front of Creekside Place at 102 Maple St. Contact: Josh Wiser, (608) 882-5807 evansvillefarmersmarket@gmail.com www.evansvillefarmersmarket.org
Fall River Farm & Flea Market
May 19th through Oct. 6th Saturdays, 8am to 11:30am
Location: Savanna Oaks, corner of Hwy 16 and Savanna Rd. Contact: Judy Robbins, (920) 484-3337 jrobbins@centurylink.net savannaoakscenter.com
Location: Sugar Creek Park, Hwy 35,(GRRNSB) south end of town Contact: Ali Spurr, (608) 734-3400 www.ferryville.com, www.visitferryville.com
May through Oct. Thursdays, 3pm to 6pm
Location: Agora Pavilion, 5511 E. Cheryl Pkwy. Contact: Steven Leverentz, (608) 277-2592 steven.leverentz@promega.com www.fitchburgcenter.com
(Fort Atkinson) Fort Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location: Milwaukee Ave., one block off Main St., across from post office. Contact: Cynthia Holt, (920) 563-3210 farmersmarket@fortchamber.com www.fortfarmersmarket.com EBT available
Gays Mills Farmers’ Market May 16th through Oct. 10th Wednesdays, 2:30pm to 6pm
Location: Gays Mills Lions Park, Main St., near the bridge Contact: Sharon Murphy, (608) 624-3409 gmfarmmarket@gmail.com www.gaysmillsfarmersmarket.com
Hilldale Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Hillsboro Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to 1pm
Location: Royal Bank parking lot, 731 Water Ave. Contact: Sheila Schraufnagel, (608) 489-2521 clerk@hillsborowi.com, www.hillsborowi.com
FARMERS’ MARKETS Janesville Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to 1pm
Location: 100 & 200 blocks N. Main St., downtown Janesville Contact: (608) 289-9292 info@janesvillefarmersmarket.com www.janesvillefarmersmarket.com
Jefferson Farmers’ Market
June 6th, June 13th, July 18th, Aug. 1st, Aug. 15th, Aug. 29th, 4pm to 8pm Location: Rotary Park, Gardner Ave. Contact: Janet Werner (920) 674-4511, coc@jefnet.com www.jeffersonchamberwi.com
Lake Mills Farmers’ Market Apr. 25th through Oct. 31st Wednesdays, 1pm to 7pm
Location: Commons Park, downtown Lake Mills Contact: Lake Mills Main Street Program (920) 648-6721, director@lakemillsmainstreet.org www.lakemillsmainstreet.org/farmers_market. html
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Location: 902 N. Main St. at the Koltes Village Green Contact: Gail Lamberty, (608) 643-8017 gail@shopstop.net
McFarland Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Thursdays, 2pm to 6pm
Location: 4711 Farwell St., corner of Farwell St. and Hwy 51, in the back of the Spartan Bowl WINTER MARKET: Best of Wisconsin Indoor Farmers’ Market
Nov. 3rd through Dec. 22nd Saturdays, 9am to 2pm
Location: 5915 Milwaukee St., in the McFarland Municipal Center Contact: Dave Woodcock, (608) 873-9443 www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/M749 (Vendor pre-registration required)
(Middleton) Downtown Middleton’s Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Tuesdays, 3pm to 6:30pm
Location: Terrace Avenue, parking lot behind Hubbard Avenue Diner Contact: Marilyn Burke, (608) 836-5559 mburke@chorus.net, www.downtownmiddleton.com
Middleton Farmers’ Market
Platteville Farmers’ Market
Location: Corner Greenway Blvd. and Deming Way, middle of Greenway Station Contact: Tom Murphy, (608) 872-2152
Saturday location: Platteville City Park, Market St.
May 10th through Oct. 11th Thursdays, 7am to 1:30pm
Mineral Point Farmers’ Market May 5th through Oct. 20th Saturdays, 8:30am to 11am
Location: Watertower Park Contact: Jenny Bonde, (608) 967-2319 starfarm@mhtc.net. Lois Federman, (608) 987-2097 federman@charter.net www.mineralpointmarket.com
Monona Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Sundays, 9am to 1pm
Location: Ahuska Park, E. Broadway between Monona Dr. and Stoughton Rd. Contact: Ross Cohen mononafarmersmarket@gmail.com www.mononafarmersmarket.com EBT available
Monroe Market on the Square May 9th through Oct. 27th Saturdays, 9am to 2pm and Wednesdays, 3pm to 6pm
Location: North side of Monroe’s downtown square (10th St.) INDOOR WINTER MARKET ON THE SQUARE:
Nov. 19th through Apr. 21st 3rd Saturday of the month 9am to 2pm
Location: Tentatively: Monroe Masonic Temple, 1613 ½ 10th St. Contact: Eileen Meyer, (608) 329-4599
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Location: 110 N. 2nd St., downtown under the water tower Contact: Shawn Bollig, (608) 437-2582 shawn@energycenterfitness.com www.mounthorebfarmersmarket.com
Northside Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Oregon Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Tuesdays, 2pm to 6pm
May through Oct. Saturdays, 7am to Noon
May 8th through Oct. 23rd Tuesdays, 3pm to 7pm
Tuesday location: Take 2 Restaurant lot on Bus. 151 Contact: Gary A. Olson, (608) 732-8625 olsong@centurylink.net, www.platteville.org
Portage Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Thursdays, Noon to 6pm
Location: Commerce Plaza at Cook St. (Hwy 33) and Wisconsin St. (Hwy 16) Contact: Gil Meisgeier, (608) 742-5054 1gambit1@charter.net www.mainstreetportage.org
Poynette Area Farmers’ Market
May 12th through Sept. 29th Saturdays, 8am to 11am
Location: Pauquette Park parking lot on S. Main St. Contact: Lorra Rhyner, (920) 992-3742 lorrakayestudio@gmail.com
(Prairie du Chien) Blackhawk Junction Farmers’ Market Mid-May through Oct. Saturdays, 7am to 11am
Location: 700 E. Blackhawk Ave. Contact: Donna Teynor, (608) 326-2491 EBT Available
(Prairie du Chien) Prairie Street Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location: Corner of Blackhawk and Beaumont, in the Sports World parking lot Contact: Carolyn Austin austin.rushcreekfarm@yahoo.com www.prairiestreetfarmersmarket.com
Prairie du Sac Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to 1pm
Location: Water St., across from Blue Spoon Café Contact: Sue Dohm, (608) 643-8445 dohmsad@hotmail.com
Location: 787 N. Main St., Bill’s Food Center parking lot Contact: Dave Woodcock, (608) 873-9443 www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/M776 (Vendor pre-registration required)
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MADISON FARMERS’ MARKETS Capitol View Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays, 2pm to 6pm
Location: Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer St. Contact: Gary Kallas, (608) 257-4576 garyk@wil-mar.org, www.wil-mar.org
Thursdays, 2pm to 6pm
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Location: Grandview Commons Neighborhood: east of I-90 off Cottage Grove Rd., at corner of Northstar and Sharpsburg Contact: info@capitolviewfarmersmarket.com www.capitolviewfarmersmarket.com
Dane County Farmers’ Market
Hilldale Farmers’ Market
May 5th through Nov. 3rd Wednesdays & Saturdays, 7am to 1pm
Apr. 21 through Nov. 10 Saturdays, 6am to 2pm
Location: In the Hilldale west parking lot near the Segoe entrance, behind Macy’s Contact: Lisa Lewis, (608) 209-7130 hilldalemkt@hotmail.com www.hilldale.com/farmersmarket.html
Apr. 25th through Nov. 7th Wednesdays, 8:30am to 2pm
Northside Farmers’ Market
Nov. 17th through Dec. 15th Saturdays, 7:30am to Noon
Location: 2817 N. Sherman Ave., parking lot of Northside Town Center Contact: Robin L. Kempfer, (608) 695-0946 orders@capitalcitycookies.com www.northsidefarmersmarket.org EBT available
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Location Saturdays: Capitol Square, downtown Madison
Location Wednesdays: 200 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. INDOORS:
Location: Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Dr. INDOORS: Jan. 5th through Apr. 13th
Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location: Madison Senior Center, 330 W. Mifflin St. Contact: Larry Johnson, (608) 455-1999 larryj@dcfm.org, www.dcfm.org EBT available
HILLDALE
May 6th through Oct. 21st Sundays, 8:30am to 12:30pm
South Madison Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Mondays, 2pm to 6pm
Location Mondays: Novation Campus, 2524 Rimrock Rd.
Support your local farmers! Come and enjoy our cool community event; Music, Food & every farm product you can think of, plus some you never even thought of!
FARMERS MARKET E AT L O C A L SINCE 1974 Located at Hilldale Shopping Center at the corner of Segoe Rd & Heather Crest Wednesdays and Saturdays 7:00 -1:00, May 5th - Nov 3rd Over 60 Vendors Involved!
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Location Tuesdays: Labor Temple, 1605 S. Park St. Location Thursdays: Villager Mall, 2234 S. Park St.
May through Oct. Sundays, 11am to 3pm
Location Sundays: Labor Temple, 1605 S. Park St. Contact: Robert Pierce (608) 358-5834, rep1313@yahoo.com www.southmadisonfarmersmarket.com EBT available
Southwest Community Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Wednesdays, 3pm to 7pm
Location: Orchard Ridge UCC Church, 1501 Gilbert Rd. Contact: Robert Pierce (608) 358-5834, rep1313@yahoo.com www.southmadisonfarmersmarket.com EBT available
Westside Community Market Apr. 21st through Nov. 3rd Saturdays, 7am to 1pm
Location: Corner of Segoe and Sheboygan Ave., DMV Parking lot Contact: : Cassie Nolterwyss (608) 663-9879, cassiewyss@gmail.com www.westsidecommunitymarket.org
FARMERS’ MARKETS Reedsburg Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Mondays and Thursdays Noon to 5:30pm
Location: Reedsburg City Park Contact: Maurey Gurgel, (608) 524-3565
(Richland Center) Richland Area Farmers’ Market
Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 7am to Noon
Location: East Main St. and Church St., behind City Hall Contact: Bruce Sprague absprague@frontier.com www.spfarmersmarket.com (Vendor pre-registration required)
May through mid-Oct. Saturdays, 7am to Noon
Verona Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays, 3pm to 5:30pm
Location: Hometown Junction, intersection of bike path and S. Main St. Contact: Wendy Broekema or Laura Mayer, (608) 217-6359 veronafarmersmarket@gmail.com
Location: Richland County Court House, 181 W. Seminary, Richland Center Location: Corner of Main St. and Haseltine St., Richland Center Contact: Paul & Christine Swanson (608) 627-1799, swansonpc@mwt.net richlandareafarmersmarket.org
Sauk City Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Tuesdays, 4pm to 7pm
Location: Water St., across from M&I Bank Contact: Sue Dohm, (608) 643-8445 dohmsad@hotmail.com
South Madison Farmers’ Market
— see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Southwest Community Farmers’ Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Spring Green Farmers’ Market June through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location: Jefferson Plaza, lot across from Post House Garden Contact: Jane Hauser or Jennifer Kerr (608) 575-9787, sgfarmersmarket@gmail.com
Stoughton Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Fridays, 7am to 1pm
Location: Stoughton Plaza Shopping Center, 1050 W. Main St., Business Hwy 51 Contact: Dave Woodcock, (608) 873-9443 www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/M805 (Vendor pre-registration required)
May through Oct. Tuesdays, 3pm to 7pm
Viroqua Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Saturdays, 8am to Noon
Location Saturdays: 220 S. Main St., Western Technical College parking lot Contact: Karya Powell, (608) 637-2575 karyaucms@gmail.com EBT available
Watertown Farmers’ Market May through Nov. 13th Tuesdays, 7am to 1pm
Tuesday Location: Riverside Park
May 3rd through Nov. 8th Thursdays, 3:30pm to 6:30pm
Thursday Location: Center for Women’s Health, 128 Hospital Dr. Contact: Andi Merfeld, (920) 261-6320 info@watertownchamber.com www.watertownchamber.com
Waunakee Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Wednesdays, 3pm to 6pm
Location: Waun-A-Bowl, 301 S. Century Ave. Contact: Cheryl Lohry, (920) 299-6241
Waupun Area Farmers’ Market May through Oct. Thursdays, 4pm to 7pm
Location: Tanner Park, 503 E. Spring St. Contact: Waupun Area Chamber of Commerce, (920) 324-3491, waupunchamber@sbcglobal.net www.waupunchamber.com
Westside Community Market — see Madison Farmers’ Markets
Wisconsin Dells Farmers’ Market
May 13th through Oct. 28th Sundays, 9am to 1pm
Location: Thunder Valley Inn, W15334 Waubeek Rd., 1 mile north of downtown on Hwy 13 Contact: Sarah Lloyd, (920) 210-7335 sarah_lloyd@centurytel.net
SUNDAYS
Columbus, Madison-Northside, MadisonSouth, Monona, Wisconsin Dells
MONDAYS
Madison-South, Reedsburg
TUESDAYS
DeForest, Madison-Eastside, Madison-South, Middleton-Downtown, Oregon, Platteville, Sauk City, Verona, Watertown
WEDNESDAYS
Baraboo, Columbus-Downtown, Gays Mills, Jefferson, Lake Mills, MadisonCapitol View, Madison-Dane County, Madison-Hilldale, Madison-Southwest, Monroe, Richland Center, Waunakee
THURSDAYS
Edgerton, Fitchburg, Madison-South, McFarland, Middleton, Mt. Horeb, Portage, Reedsburg, Watertown, Waupun
FRIDAYS
Cambridge, Eastman, Lodi Valley, Stoughton
SATURDAYS
Baraboo, Beloit, Darlington, Dodgeville, Evansville, Fall River, Ferryville, Fort Atkinson, Hillsboro, Janesville, Madison-Dane County, MadisonHilldale, Madison-Westside, McFarland (Nov.-Dec.), Mineral Point, Monroe, Platteville, Poynette, Prairie du Chien, Prairie du Sac, Richland Center, Spring Green, Sun Prairie, Viroqua
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REAP EVENTS
Celebrate Food, Fun & Community! Spring Gala (May 6) Burgers & Brew (June 2) Day on the Farm (mid-summer) REAP Potluck (mid-summer) Food for Thought Festival (September 15) Local Harvest - A Taste of the Town (October 2-4) Pie Palooza! (November 4) Taste of Wisconsin Holiday Sale (Nov.-Dec.)
Chef Peter Robertson at Food for Thought Festival
www.reapfoodgroup.org
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