Farm 2 Facts

10/21/2026

Happy National Apple Day 🍎

Thanks to the apple growing expertise of Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman), apples are now the most consumed fruit in the U.S., with over 200 varieties grown in the country (Ag Marketing Resource Center, 2024).

Don’t forget to purchase some apples from your farmer’s market to make your favorite fall treat 🍏 🥧

Read our newest blog, Autumn Apples: Discover the Magic of Fall’s Sweetest Harvest, to get a few recipe ideas! https://farm2facts.org/autumn-apples-discover-the-magic-of-falls-sweetest-harvest/

Autumn Apples are a gift to the season. Read this blog to reflect on the ways you celebrate the season and try a new apple treat!

10/19/2026

We'll keep it simple. Eat local.
🍎 🥕 🌽 🥬 🫐 🍆

09/18/2026

Looking for weekend plans? We have a pretty good one: Go to the farmers market 🫜🧑‍🌾

Over 90% of farmers market shoppers say they enjoy the experience of shopping at farmers markets (USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, 2021).

Grab a friend, bring a tote, try something new, and see what’s waiting at your local market. Fresh food + local farmers + a fun morning = Sounds like a win to us! 🙌

09/14/2026

✅ 80% of people in the United States visit a farmers market at least once a year (Farmers Market Coalition, 2024).

That number reflects the role farmers markets play in connecting people with local producers, food, and the communities around them.

Every market looks a little different. That’s what makes each story worth telling.

08/20/2026

🛒 What can $20 in SNAP look like?

SNAP helps make nutritious foods more accessible for Wisconsin families, supporting the ability to bring fresh ingredients home and create meals within a budget. 🍞🥚🧀🥒🍓 Programs that strengthen food access help build healthier communities and more resilient food systems.

08/11/2026

Lettuce is having a moment. 🥬

With recent concerns around lettuce and food safety, more shoppers may be thinking about where their produce comes from and how it gets to their plate.

Local farmers markets offer a chance to make that connection a little more direct. You can talk with the farmers who grow your food, learn what’s in season, ask questions about growing practices, and support local producers at the same time.

It’s a small way to stay connected to your food and the people behind it, especially when the food system can otherwise feel pretty far removed from our everyday lives.

And honestly, meeting the person who grew your lettuce beats trusting a plastic bag with a vague backstory.

08/06/2026

👋 Meet Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) Wisconsin!

DUFB Wisconsin helps SNAP shoppers buy more fresh fruits and vegetables by matching their SNAP dollars spent on produce 💰🥕 The program supports healthier communities while creating new opportunities for Wisconsin farmers and local food systems.

06/14/2026

📖 Read our most recent article, published in the Wisconsin State Journal, written by Alfonso Morales. We're grateful for the opportunity to continue to share our impact and raise awareness about the benefits of local food systems.

https://madison.com/exclusive/fueling-discovery/article_4f88b3f7-8833-4abc-a146-c11e18257075.html

Since 2011, a team of UW–Madison researchers and community collaborators have secured $5.3 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and National Science Foundation (NSF) funding to support local food

06/01/2026

Fresh produce, local vendors, homemade treats, and conversations that connect communities. There's always something to discover at your local market!

Farmer's markets do more than provide fresh food. They support local economies, create community connections, and make healthy food more accessible.

What's your first stop when you get to the market? 👇

05/21/2026

Earlier this month we got together as a lab to celebrate all of our accomplishments throughout the school year! Lots to be proud of, look back on, and get excited for 🎉

Each year we also award the Kaufman Lab Fellow to a stand out lab member who exemplifies the notable characteristics of our namesake, Jerry Kaufman. This year, Olivia Nygaard was chosen as the recipient. We are so grateful for her contributions to the lab and for all of her hard work 💛