It’s challenging to believe, but the holiday season is already behind us. As you prepare to gather around the Thanksgiving table, it’s easier than ever to support farmers in your area. At Gather Wisconsin, we’ve prepared a special list of Wisconsin food brands that you can include when planning your menu.
Turkey
Did you know that one of the most recognizable brands of turkeys, Jennie-Osources some of its turkeys from Wisconsin? The Jennie-O brand, available at grocery chains statewide, also offers a variety of resources to facilitate you plan your vacation online, including tips for cooking a whole turkey AND information regarding safety when handling food to make sure your dinner guests are safe and sound and cheerful!
Cranberries
Nothing says Wisconsin like cranberries on the table. Wisconsin cranberries are used in thousands of products with: various enterprises and breeders statewide. Wisconsin is the national leader in cranberry production. Even one of the most notable cranberry brands, Ocean Sprayhas roots Down Wisconsin, producing juices, canned sauces, sweetened dried cranberries and more in our state.
Vegetable casserole
Iconic casseroles and other vegetable-inspired side dishes also nod to Wisconsin agriculture with brands such as Del Monte. While Del Monte Foods is a notable national brand, it has growers right here in Wisconsin. If green bean casserole or corn casserole is on your menu, you can thank Wisconsin farmers like Hutkowski familyfor the ingredients!
Potatoes
Whether you like them mashed, casseroled, baked or prepared in some other way, potatoes are a staple of any family holiday. They are also a staple of Wisconsin agriculture thanks to farmers like Larry Alsum of Alsum Farms & Produce in Arena! You can find High potatoes at many major grocery stores throughout Wisconsin, including Aldi’s, Woodman’s, Piggly Wiggly, Costco and more.
Dairy (in many forms!)
It’s no surprise that America’s Dairyland is home to many brands of dairy products in many forms. Here are some options we suggest when creating your Christmas grocery shopping list:
Desserts and drinks
Complete your holiday meal with a delicious dessert. Enjoy one of Racine Danish Kringles sweet kringle combined with a cup of one of the company’s delicious holiday flavors Door County Coffee. If you’re feeling energized, there are many Wisconsin brands you can add to your holiday cocktail, including: J. Henry and sons bourbon in an Old Fashioned or Driftless Glen Distillery Book Brandy for your holiday slush.
When it comes to the holidays, a holiday meal is a great opportunity to support local farms and national brands that apply our state’s agriculture in every way. From all of us at Gather Wisconsin, we wish you a Merry Christmas!
