Wisconsin icon John McGivern recently visited Plover and Stevens Point to showcase the innovation and heritage of our community. See the highlights of our feature on Main Streets and meet the local neighbors who shared the spotlight.

See the impact of your generosity in Q1 2026. From welcoming 13,579 visitors to reaching 3,774 students, Food + Farm is transforming curiosity into agricultural literacy across Wisconsin. Read our full spring update on field trips, new initiatives, and upcoming summer events.

Spark your child's curiosity this summer with interactive camps that blend STEM, cooking, and agriculture into unforgettable hands-on experiences. From pollinator discovery to culinary road trips, our 2026 sessions help bridge the gap between field and fork for the next generation of learners.

See the numbers behind the impact we had in 2025 to advance our mission to educate future generations about agriculture. Plus, grab newly released classroom resources!

From STEM workshops and coding challenges to spring snacks and sustainable art, discover all the exciting Spring Break 2026 programs and find something for learners of all ages.

See how we celebrated the grand opening of the Greenhouse, a new hands-on exhibit bringing agricultural science and innovation to life. This living classroom will inspire learners of all ages to explore how food grows from seed to harvest.

Explore updates on outreach programs, new Dig-In field trip lessons, afterschool partnerships, and our newly released agricultural fact sheets for educators. Stay connected with our education team!

Innovation is growing inside our greenhouse at Food + Farm Exploration Center. From climate control and LED research to pest management and education, see how we’re turning science into hands-on learning.

Catch up on what’s new with our Education Team! From summer camps and library partnerships to new lesson plans, field trips, and classroom kits, this first Education Newsletter shares highlights and free resources to bring agriculture learning to life.

Join us for the third U-Pick Harvest Day of the season. Harvest green and wax beans, Jelly, Gold Rush & Pointer potatoes, and the remaining cucumbers. Find storage tips & recipes to enjoy here.

Join us for the second U-Pick Harvest Day of the season. Harvest green beans, wax beans, cucumbers, Blushing Belle and Fontane Potatoes. Find storage tips & recipes to enjoy here.

Smart systems, new crops, and hands-on learning are taking root in our greenhouse. See how we’re using technology and innovation to grow the future of agricultural education.

Join us for the first U-Pick Harvest Day of the season. Harvest peas and red potatoes, pick up storage tips, and bring home simple recipes to enjoy.

Boost collaboration, creativity, and connection with our new team-building culinary sessions. Fun options that can be hands-on or demonstration style, fresh flavors, and unforgettable experiences await.

Our new greenhouse is growing fast thanks to the help of dedicated volunteers and local business partners. See what we’re planting, our plans for hands-on learning, and how you can help us bring it to life.

Another great year of growing in the demonstration fields is underway! Find out what we planted this year and how we’ve been preparing for our U-Pick Harvest Days.

Enjoy a new recipe, snacks, cocktails (or mocktails) plus great company in this new social club: Spud of the Month! Celebrate the potato, a delicious Wisconsin commodity. Foodies will meet the first Friday of the month for a cooking workshop and a chance to win a gift basket!

Discover how we’re planning for our new greenhouse! Lots to enjoy soon like tours, farm-to-table dinners, family fun, and hands-on agricultural education.

Newly released summer educational outreach visit programs! We’ll bring agriculture to the classroom for your students with these unique lessons.

Come explore the world of weather, cultural cooking and predictable plants! Kids are invited to enjoy some extra fun this summer with these unique mini-camp experiences in June, July & August.