Think Local! We Talk Animal Shelters. Then We Talk Winter Menu's

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

The tin can that acts as a vessel for vegetables may be the most expensive component of the whole process! That's one of the insights Ben Jarboe found when speaking with Jason Culotta. He's the outgoing president of the midwest food products association.

Dense fog will slow the commute this morning according to Stu Muck, ag meteorologist.

It's tradition to give during the holiday season, but when it comes to financial giving to causes - think local. That's the advice of volunteer Stephanie Kraemer, who helps at the Sauk County Humane Shelter. She explains the cost of operation for the facility and where donations are channeled to Stephanie Hoff.

Darren VonRuden was re-elected as president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union during their 94th annual convention over the weekend.

Consumers really like to focus on buying local when it comes to their food, but how do you buy local in the winter, in Wisconsin? Pam Jahnke finds out how one hyper-local, focused chef manages to keep the menu fresh. Kyle Julius, owner of Chef At Large, says it's a collaboration of what chefs want and what farms can grow.

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