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Podcast: MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Episode: Wisconsin’s Asparagus Season Shows Strong Growth and High Quality
Description: Green Barn Farm Market is celebrating one of its best asparagus seasons yet, with high-quality harvests and strong demand across Wisconsin. Founded in 1992 by Heather Brandt and her husband, the farm began on just 10 acres. Today, it has grown to over 100 acres, supporting both retail and wholesale operations. Brandt explained, “We started picking asparagus about 25 years ago, and it’s become one of our specialties.” Currently, the farm harvests asparagus from two main beds totaling 10 acres. The older bed contains Jersey Knight and Jersey Giant varieties. The newer, planted six years ago, features Mary W...