This three step vegetarian recipe was created to use the freshest ingredients for a tasty and healthy dish. Get seasonal produce from your community to make this salad extra sweet. Ingredients: 2 c...
Read moreWith the United States preparing to celebrate its 247th birthday on Tuesday, the team at Market Wagon wants to say a big ‘Thank you’ to all of our partners who have served in all branches of the A...
Read moreThere are few holidays more meaningful to Joel and Gabby Funk than Independence Day. That’s because while Joel is a 6th generation farmer, he’s also a 13-year Army veteran who experienced combat o...
Read moreNo tractors are needed at Artesian Farm, but ladders are a must – and you better not be afraid of heights! That’s because 10 acres worth of lettuce, basil and kale are grown on shelves up to 20 fe...
Read moreRyan Thatcher knew he wanted to serve his country since he was in high school and watched the Twin Towers fall on 9/11. From that day forward, he has wanted to aid those who are on the front lines. He...
Read moreIf you’re looking for an easy career, neither joining the military nor farming would be recommended. Yet that’s exactly what Najeeb Muhaimin does – in fact he even raises the difficulty level by...
Read moreThe perfect summer salad using fresh cucumbers, blueberries, greens, and pecans! Pair it with your favorite salad dressing or use the vinaigrette ingredients below, and enjoy on a hot summer night. B...
Read moreThis salsa is great as an appetizer with chips or over a grilled pork chop. It can be eaten right away, but the flavor is better if you let it sit in the refrigerator 3-4 hours before eating. This i...
Read moreFor any boy growing up on a farm, the assumption is that you will be a farmer just like your father. Market Wagon co-founder and CEO Nick Carter was no different, growing up on 80 acres in Howard Cou...
Read moreWhat's better than a family recipe passed down for generations? This recipe was created by grandma Busch and was often enjoyed by the family while watching baseball games. We hope you enjoy it as...
Read moreNo matter what area you live in, it’s likely strawberries carry some sort of nostalgic story. Growing up in Indiana, friends would have small patches of strawberries. One neighbor let us come over a...
Read moreThis beautiful spring salad is amazing for a weekend breakfast with the family or brunch with friends. Salad Ingredients:2lbs asparagus, woody ends trimmed off, and blanched4 eggs, soft boiled (see b...
Read moreFresh veggies, greens, and cheese combined for an Italian dinner in twenty minutes. Our Farm Fresh Caprese Flatbread recipe, created by Ready Set Dinner, makes it easy to throw a quick meal together...
Read moreGrowing up, we lived in the country (at least 20 minutes to the nearest shopping mall, no close neighbors, gravel driveway). In the summertime, we would always keep an eye out for the home farm stands...
Read moreMarie’s Patisserie is a dream come true for Marie Kostos. Her passion for baking and cooking just wouldn’t let her sit still after a career in financial services.But, just a few months after the g...
Read moreIt’s not every 22-year-old who has 22 employees and oversees revenue growth of almost 300%. But then again, not every 22-year-old entrepreneur is Justin Miklaszewski. What started with a simple Face...
Read moreStephon Camp isn’t your typical baker. Then again, Luminary Comity isn’t your typical dinner theatre arts organization. In fact, there’s no real recipe for Stephon to use—to create an arts and...
Read moreGet ready for your weeknight or weekend game day celebrations with this recipe! It's made to pair with your locally bought ground beef and sausage, and will serve your entire crew. *Note: This recipe...
Read moreStephanie and Hayley Painter may be 4th generation farmers but in a single generation—truthfully in a single year—they have transformed their certified organic family farm’s operations. With Pai...
Read moreYour New Year's Eve isn't complete without a charcuterie board to share with friends. Grab some local meat, cheese, fruit, and crackers to fill your board and keep the belly full as you sip some bubbl...
Read moreWhen you’ve poured your heart into your small business, there’s nothing quite like receiving a cease-and-desist letter from a billion-dollar company. But that David vs. Goliath scenario was the si...
Read moreChelle Baldwin only has to look at a family portrait to find motivation to make SweetAbility Bakery a success. It’s her older daughter Rosie, 19, who has several disabilities including autism, beati...
Read moreThis Spinach and Bacon quiche is a delicious morning dish. Using Applewood Smoked Bacon gives this dish another layer of flavor. Cheddar cheese pairs perfectly, but you could substitute for another ch...
Read moreAs we gather around the Thanksgiving table this week with family and loved ones, there is so much to be thankful for—including the farmers who grew virtually every delicious food item or ingredient ...
Read moreThe Thanksgiving dinner table usuaslly has a variety of dishes from roasts to potoates to pies. There is often enough food to last for days following while online shopping for Black Friday sales or s...
Read moreThanksgiving is the holiday where all sorts of delicious dishes are made from mashed potatoes to casseroles to roasts. This means stocking up on enough produce to make everything your table needs. S...
Read moreWith the holidays around the corner, there is a lot of prep that needs to happen in the kitchen, and all around the house! This can be time-consuming and stressful, so we partnered with The Produce Mo...
Read moreThanksgiving time is just around the corner and there are many ways to cook your turkey. Turkey farmer and brine expert, Becker Farms, brings this delicious recipe to you just in time for the holiday...
Read moreSara Skinner joined the U.S. Army straight out of high school. After graduating West Point (where she met her husband), she spent 12 years as a military police officer. She was stationed all over the ...
Read moreOne of our favorite fall vegetables is in season! Butternut Squash is a delicious and nutrient packed vegetable that can be roasted, added to a salad, or made into a tasty fall soup to keep you warm.R...
Read moreIt’s the second healthiest fish in the world—and the fish that is eaten more than any other worldwide. The problem is that Copi are invading American waterways in numbers that are truly mindboggli...
Read moreThe path to Gilchrist Orchard for the Garvins is a bit like an apple tree—not exactly a straight line. Born in Texas, raised in Buffalo (New York), now growing apples in Buffalo (Minnesota), about 3...
Read moreWhat fruit is more perfect for fall than apples? Pair your farm fresh apples of the season with our homemade apple pie recipe for a sweet treat everyone will love. Add a dollop of whipped cream or i...
Read more“Believe it or not, I’m retired,” says Marty Schmidtke, owner of Upperhand Fish. But the problem is, the perpetual entrepreneur, father of three, grandfather of two, just can’t sit still. Tha...
Read moreThis fish cake recipe is a quick and easy weeknight dinner or meal plan for the week ahead. Servings: 4 to 6 cakesIngredients: 1 1/4 lbs Tilapia fillets (can also use Salmon or your preferred flak...
Read moreDon’t waste your breath telling Derek Drake “No” if his mind is made up. It’s a piece of advice that becomes clear when you find out a total of 25 banks and financial institutions refused his ...
Read moreMake Taco Tuesday every day of the week with these delicious steak fajitas! You'll need steak and tortillas to pair with both of these recipes. Veggie Steak FajitasPair your steak with arugula micro...
Read moreIf you love local food delivered to your door, then it pays to join the Market Wagon membership club known as Wagon Pass. Get your Pass and quickly watch the savings grow month after month, week after...
Read moreSupporting Local Food on Market Wagon is as easy as sitting on the couch and ordering from your preferred farmers and food producers with a few clicks on the website or the app. We promise, if you’r...
Read morePerfect as a breakfast main or served as a refreshing dessert, this recipe brings together a delicious mix of fruity and sweet. Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter, divided3 medium pears, peeled ...
Read moreIt all started with a simple question, ‘Mom, dad, have you ever thought about bottling our milk?’ The answer to Maggie’s query three years ago has breathed new life into the Bickel family, owner...
Read moreFor more than 125 years, the United States of America has stopped to recognize the workforce which created this great country. Of course, we’re talking about the Labor Day holiday which is celebrate...
Read moreTry this perfect paleo appetizer that will be a crowd pleaser! Pair with your favorite local bacon for a delicious bite everyone will enjoy. Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesServings: 20...
Read moreWhen you think of what a vegetable farm looks like, you probably think of acre after acre of green popping out of the ground. But for Metamora Greens, it doesn’t even take a field—just a shipping ...
Read moreIt's all about that veggie vibe with this recipe from Strawberry Lane Photography! Bell peppers with a vegetable dip is the perfect after-school snack or appetizer at your next gathering.Ingredient...
Read moreTry this delicious recipe created by Perfectly Imperfect Produce. Perfectly Imperfect Produce started in 2016 by Ashley Weingart in Cleveland, Ohio to help eliminate food waste and provide cost effe...
Read moreSkirt Steak is a thin, long cut which comes from the short plate or diaphragm area of the steer (just under the rib section). It's flavorful on its own so you can keep your seasoning simple with salt...
Read moreThis week brought big news for Market Wagon. The company was recognized as one of the 500 fastest growing businesses in America on the prestigious Inc. 5000 annual list (No. 450 to be exact). In addit...
Read morePerfectly Imperfect Produce was created in 2016 by Ashley Weingart in Cleveland, Ohio to help eliminate food waste and provide cost effective options for produce. Big box retailers reject fruits and v...
Read moreCoco’s Tamales is much more than a business for Socorro Contreras—it’s a callback to cherished family traditions passed down from one generation to the next. Socorro remembers that when she a gi...
Read moreChard is one of those leafy green vegetables that takes some time to learn how to cook just right. It is delicious and packed full of nutrients, and this recipe is easy and perfect for chard newbies!...
Read moreDo carrots really improve your vision? Keep reading for the answer, but for Anitress Muhammad, owner of The Dangling Carrot, her response is an unequivocal, “yes!” as she fulfills her vision of he...
Read moreWhat You'll Need8” baking dish1 c flour½ c sugar2 tsp baking powder½ tsp salt½ tsp cinnamon½ c milk3 c sliced (peeled) peachesice cream (optional)Topping Ingredients:1 ½ c water½ c sugar½ c b...
Read moreThis recipe was created by Market Wagon vendor Metamora Greens. They specialize in hydroponically unique greens, microgreens, and specialty herbs grown in container farms. All their products are "...
Read moreThe roots of Mallow Run Winery date back to 1835, less than 19 years after Indiana was granted statehood. George Mallow bought 600 acres for a farm just a few miles south of the fledgling city of Indi...
Read moreLaura Manivong will tell you she’s a food addict. That it’s been a lifelong challenge. But in addressing that challenge with Fattyhead Keto Dough, she set out to fill a gaping hole in the market...
Read moreFarm fresh corn is officially in season and the key to the best elotes is local corn direct from your community. This simple recipe turns your produce into a fiesta. Ingredients: 4 ears of corn1/3 c...
Read moreRC Farms is a multi generational family owned and operated farm located in the middle of Tennessee. This is one of their favorite recipes to enjoy with the family. If you are located in one of the...
Read moreLocal, fresh green beans are some of the tastiest ones you can find. They work as a side dish to your favorite pasture-raised steak from Market Wagon. We've put together a simple, four step process ...
Read moreJuly is Beans Month and we are celebrating by rounding up some of our favorite bean focused recipes from Market Wagon vendors! You can find the recipes below and see more details on each recipe page. ...
Read moreEnjoy this recipe created by Alo Farms and inspired by Ken Wisneski.Servings: 4 to 6 cakesIngredients: 1 1/4 lbs Alo Farms Tilapia Fillets 1 red pepper, finely diced1 yellow pepper, finely diced3 g...
Read moreEverything changed in an instant for Eric Boltz. The Ph.D. scientist—as well as competitive cyclist—was biking on a training ride in 2015 when he was hit by a car and paralyzed from the chest down...
Read moreIt's officially blueberry season which means you can find the freshest blueberries from local farmers in your community on Market Wagon! Although delicious on their own, here is a family recipe for ho...
Read moreFew people know the meaning of sacrifice more than Theresa Mullan. She joined the Army Reserves as a 28-year-old single mother to two small children. The decision allowed Theresa to both serve her cou...
Read moreA farm just outside St. Louis has been built with the future in mind. In a post-industrial town on the decline, Theodora Farms is helping the area bounce back in a big way. By partnering with Market ...
Read moreWe've brought the best of all things local to you! You can now order wine to pair with your favorite food on Market Wagon in the Central Indiana community. Find a variety of local Indiana wines for d...
Read moreThere’s a very simple philosophy behind Sunnyside Community Garden & Food Forest—Eat Good, Do Good. The garden works to provide fresh and organic produce to the neighborhoods in West Bloomington, ...
Read moreTry this perfect paleo appetizer created by Woven Meat Co that will be a crowd pleaser! If you're in the Twin Cities community, pair the recipe with bacon from Woven Meat Co.Prep Time: 10 minutesCoo...
Read moreTwo years ago, the word most often used was “unprecedented.” We were living in unprecedented times, with unprecedented threats and, for some, unprecedented opportunities. In 2022, we face "u...
Read moreKyle Becker, owner of Becker Farms, began reporting for duty as a farmer when he was 7 years old. And, except for a brief period at Purdue University where he became a veterinarian, this fourth-genera...
Read moreWhile lake effect snow is known for making a significant impact on communities in terms of dumping a large amount of white stuff on the ground, Lake Effect Kitchen is making that type of impact week a...
Read moreA longtime entrepreneur looked to her past for inspiration in shaping her future. When Jannie Teitelbaum decided to get into the food business, she turned to one of her childhood favorites: the chicke...
Read more“Grief isn’t something you carry,” says Phil and Cathy Mercado, co-owners of Ernestos KC. “It walks alongside you.”Just 16 months after the passing of their daughter Danielle, the Mercados h...
Read moreWhen is a rose not a rose? When it is a strawberry of course! Now that we are into the month of May, farmers in your community are selling, on Market Wagon, the tastiest member of the rose family –...
Read moreThe difference, Brant Stooksbury’s customers tell him, is “night and day.” Brant is the owner of Stooksbury Dairy Creamery. He never gets tired of hearing from customers who enjoy his “udderl...
Read moreBaking treats and blazing trails. Chantiel Melson has opened up Knoxville’s first Black, LGBTQ, female-owned bakery called Yum Yum’s Patisserie. Chantiel says the community has been supportive fro...
Read moreWhen you think of a farmer, it’s easy to picture an individual with a few wrinkles that reflect their decades of experience and generations of ancestors who have shaped the land they walk on. Howeve...
Read moreAs the world was shutting down in the spring of 2020, Keegan and Callie Knobloch, were working to get their new business, Woven Meat Co, off the ground—an exercise made even more ironic since Keegan...
Read moreLike a fine wine, Keuka Spring Vineyards has only gotten better with age. Though, the first few grapes produced by Len and Judy Wiltberger weren’t bad either!Thanks to a partnership with Market Wago...
Read moreDavid Beekman isn’t your typical 12-year-old.Every day, rain or shine, at 6 a.m. — when most of his friends and classmates are still sound asleep — David, the next generation of Hickory’s Leg...
Read moreJulie Muth knew something needed to change. After a decade of hour-long commutes and staring at a computer screen as an interior designer, she was tired of working for corporate America. She wanted mo...
Read moreFlorian Porsch is a man on a mission. He’s a native of Germany, a food truck veteran who spent years selling rotisserie chicken and other Bavarian specialties in his homeland. But, when he realized ...
Read moreA veteran of the food, beverage and hospitality industries, Coty Rastafar knows first-hand the market for easy — and delicious — grab-and-go food options for the late-night crowd.That’s why a ...
Read moreIf you would have told Reggie D. Turner she’d be running her own successful business as a Black woman, she wouldn’t have believed you—especially when she was laid off after 34 years in the resta...
Read moreIn honor of National Chili Day on February 24th, we've rounded up our top three chili recipes from the blog. With a variety of meat options, spices, and beans, there is a recipe for every tastebud. L...
Read moreThe year was 1819. James Monroe was president. Alabama become a state. Queen Victoria and Walt Whitman were born. But, more importantly, for the milk lovers of Western Pennsylvania, William Edger star...
Read moreIt doesn’t take long talking with Bob Anderson to hear the passion in his voice and his deep love for animals. It usually takes just a few words. Every breeding animal on the farm has a name, includ...
Read moreWhen you buy a cupcake or cookie from Kathy Heeter, owner of Kathleen’s Kitchen: Home Baked Goodness, you’re getting far more than a tasty treat. Net proceeds from every purchase fund research to ...
Read moreCold weather and football seaon means it's the perfect time to try a new chili recipe. Hoguera Spreadable Chorizo from North Country Charcuterie is made with hot paprika, chipotle, cayenne pepper...
Read moreTo fully appreciate the certified natural goodness of Jacobson Family Farms, you have to know a little more about Kyle Jacobson and his passion for the environment. Inspired by his Eagle Scout trainin...
Read moreFor three generations, Dale Woolf’s family has been planting and harvesting apples and other delicious fruit in the rolling hills of eastern Ohio, halfway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh. From humb...
Read moreA recipe for dessert you don't have to feel bad about! Black Bean Brownies are a delicious alternative to your traditional chocolate squares. This recipe is packed with protien and easy to make. It wa...
Read moreCan you imagine a place with no more stale kale? A place where the lettuce you just bought from the grocery store doesn’t start turning brown one day later? This isn’t some futuristic dream. The t...
Read moreYears before it was a social media phenomenon, the Forbes family knew all about the delightful combination of meats and cheeses on a single serving tray, better known as charcuterie. North Country Cha...
Read moreTeddi Maslowski, 28, never thought she could be a full-time farmer. Never. But now, she can’t dream of any another career, carrying on a family legacy that started exactly 100 years ago when Teddi...
Read moreIt seems a little cliché that a business called 2 Chicks and a Farm all started with a shopping trip—but it’s true. Jen Russomanno and her partner Kim Bryant were shopping for a store that focuse...
Read moreIt's doesn't hurt that National Slow Cooker month also happens to be during the winter and close to the pro football playoffs! This simple but delicious recipe by 8 Track Foods is perfect for a cold...
Read moreFor Holli Hatmaker, growing up in the world of agriculture and livestock has always been a part of her life. Along with her husband, Drew Hatmaker, who had extensive experience in gardening, the duo k...
Read moreIn honor of National Bean Day we are sharing a delcious recipe created by 8 Tracks Foods. Inspired by founder Maggie Seng Sadowsky's favorite tuna salad recipe, this is vegan, gluten-free, and only ...
Read moreJanuary is National Oatmeal Month so it's the perfect time to try a delicous new recipe that is packed with nutrients and fresh local food, and is easy to make! Ingredients● 1 3/4 cups milk●...
Read moreIt may seem like a contradiction – pork that tastes like beef and a prized Chinese breed of pig being raised in Georgia. But then again, you haven’t met Laura Jensen, owner of Jensen Reserve.Marke...
Read moreHave you ever tasted real fruit? Not the stuff you get from the grocery display that was picked weeks earlier when it was still green, but real fruit—the kind that fully ripened into a bright orange...
Read morePrep time: 30 minutesCooking time: 1 hr. Yields: 8-10 servingsCornbread stuffing is the quintessential holiday side dish! Packed with toasted orange cornbread, savory veggies, and a blend of herbs an...
Read moreSince the late 1800s, generations of Gilles have graced the good soil of Western Kentucky with good agriculture. With both crops and livestock on Hill View Farms, the Gilles family has met the need in...
Read morePrep time: 15 MinutesCooking time: 15 Minutes Yields: 4-6 servingsCreamy and satisfying, cheesy butternut squash grits are easy to prepare and sure to satisfy! Perfect to serve for a big crowd whethe...
Read moreThe roots of Christmas go back a few millennia. But only for the last 151 years have Americans observed the date as a federal holiday. Evermore Farm, located in Westminster, Maryland, began almost a c...
Read moreChef and farmers will match every customer purchase on Market Wagon during holidays with donation to area homeless shelters and food bank. In a holiday season filled with generosity, Birmingham-area ...
Read moreMore than 75 food producers thank Northeast Ohio for buying local food. Market Wagon today announced the achievement of an important milestone for the local food community in Cleveland: $1 million...
Read moreChange your morning routine, add a new protein snack or meal plan for the week with this recipe! Egg bites include your favorite farm-fresh eggs, bacon, veggies, and cheese. They are easy to make and...
Read morePurdue University Professor Torbert Rocheford has dedicated his life to helping solve a malnutrition problem responsible for 125,000-250,000 childhood deaths a year globally. Now his efforts are also ...
Read moreLooking for a delicious soup that's healthy, packed with nutrients, and perfect for the winter months? This recipe has you covered. Get your local ingredients for farm-fresh soup on Market Wagon....
Read moreBlake Gerard knew something had to change. Severe floods along the Mississippi River had wiped out this fourth-generation farmer’s corn and soybean crop yet again.He knew he had to find something th...
Read moreDonuts and beef go together, right? Well they do at Nap-N-Hill Farm! Ever since owners Amanda and Scott Wethal joined with Market Wagon in June 2021, they’ve made donuts a part of their weekly trips...
Read moreTom and Joann Logan are fourth-generation farmers, raising food on the same land that’s been in their family since 1894. Tom maintains the key to its success is the “good dirt” of the farm, loca...
Read moreFor 25 years, Maggie Sadowsky has been a leading authority in plant-based foods. She’s created more than 100 successful products for some of the biggest names in the industry. She’s traveled the w...
Read moreEverything changed for Kris Fuentes when Allie, her pet lab, was diagnosed with breast cancer. After months of trying expensive, veterinarian-recommended foods only to have Allie still have problems k...
Read moreFarmers John and Emily Barnes of Bravo Steaks met over cattle and dreamed of someday starting their own farm. They are now first-generation farmers that raise Berkshire pigs as well as black Angus a...
Read moreZucchini is a delicious vegetable that is packed with nutrients like vitamin A and plenty of antioxidants. Not only does it provide a variety of health benefits, but there are also many ways to cook w...
Read moreSomething that every veteran family knows is that the soldier does not stand alone. He works as part of a team, with his fellow soldiers, community and of course, his family. That's the same with us. ...
Read moreWhen you buy a bag of beans from Commitment Coffee, you’re getting a lot more than just a delicious cup of coffee for your morning caffeine. You are helping provide scholarships to children and spou...
Read moreJustin Bajema will never forget the date he began infantry training. He was a young Marine who had just graduated boot camp. It was Sept. 11, 2001. Yeah, THAT 9/11. While his superiors informed the ne...
Read moreWith Veterans Day on Thursday, the team at Market Wagon wants to say a big ‘Thank you’ to all of our partners who have served in all branches of the Armed Forces.We would like to show our apprecia...
Read moreIt's that time of the year where apples are in season and you can create a variety of delicious recipes from pies to cobblers to bread. We put together this easy-to-make Apple Crisp that uses fresh f...
Read moreWho can forget the grocery store experience soon after the pandemic began? Store shelves seemingly went empty overnight. Many food products became impossible to find including canned soups and vegetab...
Read moreFarmers John and Emily Barnes of Bravo Steaks met over cattle and dreamed of someday starting their own farm. They are now first-generation farmers that raise Berkshire pigs as well as black Angus a...
Read moreWhile today there are nearly 2,000 food producers and artisans who partner with Market Wagon, it really did begin on one small Midwestern farm. The name of that place is Honey Creek Farm, located in s...
Read moreYou can use any root vegetables from Market Wagon for this recipe, but our favorites are sweet potatoes, onions, small waxy potatoes, parsnip, and rutabaga. You can even add winter squash to the tra...
Read morePasta is not a passion for Gabriel Key, pasta maker and owner of Foggy Mountain Pasta. It’s far more than that. “It’s a part of me,” Gabriel says.Gabriel joined Market Wagon to expand sales an...
Read moreMost of us can’t remember what we had for lunch yesterday and probably don’t know what we’ll have for dinner next week. But when you want to raise 4,400 turkeys on your small family farm like Ky...
Read moreIt's that time of the year where fall squash is officially in season. Spaghetti squash is one of the most vibrant and nutrient-dense vegetables that should be part of your recipe routine. It's a goo...
Read moreMatthew Lawrence got into agriculture because he wanted to make a difference. After dealing with health issues caused by unsustainable commercial farming, Matthew began producing his own products in 2...
Read moreFarm fresh eggs can be used any time of the day, but there's nothing quite like a delicious egg breakfast that includes fresh produce, protein, and cheese. This recipe, created by Ready set Dinner, co...
Read moreJohn and Emily Barnes aren’t your average farmers. In fact, Emily jokes that both she and John are the black sheep of their families because no other relative ever had much to do with farming.But th...
Read moreIf you asked Josh McAtee as a boy what he wanted to be when he grew up, mushroom farmer wasn’t the answer. But that’s only because he never dreamed that his passion and love for fungi could turn i...
Read moreWe love it when local farmers and artisans come together to create delicious dishes to try. This recipe features two vendors who offer a variety of products from produce, eggs, and meat in the Lexin...
Read moreIt's National Taco Day and we are celebrating with a delicious new recipe created by Ready set Dinner. Although not a taco, a burrito bowl is is just as good and makes for an easy meal the whole famil...
Read moreAt Legacy Dairy, Allie, Eve, and Trudy are vital members of the milk-producing operation. But they’re not much for shaking hands or giving high-fives. To better understand why, here’s a few more ...
Read moreThis recipe is packed full of veggies and spices, the perfect comfort food for the fall season. Cashew Curry, created by Ready set Dinner, is a vegetarian dish filled with fresh onions, green beans...
Read morePerfect as a breakfast main or served as a refreshing dessert, this recipe from Bowermans Blueberry Farm brings together a delicious mix of fruity and sweet. Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter, d...
Read moreLana Zimmer doesn’t even remember why she started farming. It was 2011. She was a professor at Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana, helping future classroom teachers learn their craft.Wi...
Read moreWaseda Farms began as a passion project of Matt Lutsey’s father Tom. After doctors told Tom to cut back on red meat, he responded, “what if I ate better red meat instead?” This was the beginning...
Read morePerfect for the fall season, this recipe created by Ready set Dinner, includes a variety of delicious elements from in-season butternut squash, farm-fresh bacon, greens, and grains to make a deliciou...
Read moreAround five years ago, Peter and Susan Jones decided that the corporate world was no longer for them. Peter had previous experience working on a dairy farm as a teenager, so the couple decided to dig ...
Read moreJustin Slaughter started his career in the insurance industry. While he found success early on, he also came to the realization that he was working 90-hour weeks and feeling the effects of being dista...
Read moreWhether it's a cookout in your backyard or a tailgate at the stadium, good food is an essential part of the experience. Created by Market Wagon vendor 2 Farms Meet, this chili is packed with meat, ve...
Read moreIf you’re looking for Amanda Webb or Katie Crowe on a Friday night during the fall, you better check the football schedule. Because if their hometown Estill County Engineers are playing nearby, the ...
Read moreThere’s nothing quite as good as a farm fresh salad made from locally grown produce. Market Wagon farmer, Artesian Farm, provides local, sustainably grown, pesticide-free, non-GMO produce that helps...
Read moreJared Bruce isn’t your typical farmer. It’s not just because this is his first year working the land at B Lavender Farms. It’s the fulfillment of a dream that’s been years in the making.It’s...
Read moreCT Family Farms started in 2008 with just 100 acres of land. Since then, the farm has grown to 700 acres and currently has 180 calves along with pigs and chickens. Located in Northern Georgia, CT Fami...
Read moreFamily-owned and operated Freedom Foods began in 2012 in Wolcott Indiana when Ryan Schleman and his family decided they wanted to do farming differently. With over 250 years of generational farm exper...
Read moreSummer days getting shorter and August getting closer can only mean one thing — back-to-school season is upon us. While back-to-school is a fun and exciting time, it’s also a busy one. Finding tim...
Read moreFlour Your Dreams was originally just that—a dream, specifically a dream for once Tania and Danny retired. However, when the pandemic hit, plans changed, and Tania and Danny took what was once a hob...
Read moreIn his previous career, Tom Eich was a math teacher at a low-income school. Working in this profession forced him to see the effects of hunger first hand and invoked a sense of urgency to actually do ...
Read moreLet freedom ring! The 4th of July is an exciting time to celebrate our nation's independence with friends and family ... and eat great food! Market Wagon is passionate about helping local farmers and ...
Read moreThe Market Wagon team works hard every day to be good stewards for our vendors. But beyond the people we serve, we also work to take care of the environment. Many of the vendors that partner with us u...
Read moreAfter owning land for several years, Nichole, AKA “The Chicken Mama”, started living off of her own farm. One day, she eyed some chicks and was drawn to them. Not long after, Nichole began Purple ...
Read moreAs a kid, Mom often made wonderful home-cooked meals for supper. But, occasionally, we would have a side I wasn’t a fan of, mostly because Dad really loved all kinds of veggies. Asparagus was one of...
Read moreRobert and Ashley Sherman met because of cattle. Now, they are raising their two daughters on a cattle farm. This couple began farming together 10 years ago when they got married and are continuing to...
Read moreTilapia and leafy greens serve a purpose on the Koss Family Farm near White Heath. With an eye toward sustainability and the future, the traditional Piatt County farm expanded into aquaponics to raise...
Read more4 Corners Ranch sits in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. It has been quite an adventure for Allen and Kimberly since they left their homes in Ohio and Pennsylvania 10 years ago. Since then,...
Read moreThe owner of Reggie’s Creations, Reggie D. Green, like many people, was hit hard when the pandemic started. She lost her job of 30+ years working in the food and beverage industry and found herself ...
Read moreTyson Farms, soon to become known as 54 Farms, is a first-generation farm founded in 2015 by Shaun Tyson and his wife in Central Illinois. They offer a wide selection of beef using conventional farmin...
Read moreMark Ballering has always been interested in nature and the environment. When he retired from being a coffee roaster, he purchased 270 acres of woodland and row crops north of Madison, Wisconsin. He...
Read moreJohanna VanDyke is very quick to say she is living her dream, and she bubbles with enthusiasm as she talks about it. Her dream begins at 7:30 AM, rain or shine, hot or cold, as she starts her farm cho...
Read moreEveryone has those foods that conjure up feelings of home. Maybe it was a favorite holiday meal, or Friday night pizza, or Grandma’s hot chocolate. For Teddy Ivanov, it’s yogurt. Not just any yogu...
Read moreFor three generations, Loftus Farms has been providing fresh, locally grown produce for residents of Floyd County, Indiana. Beginning in July 2020, residents just across the Ohio River in Louisville, ...
Read moreSince 1931, Capital Group, home of American Funds, has been focused on delivering results for long-term investors. Today, Capital Group manages more than $1.7 trillion in equity and fixed income asset...
Read moreOneAmerica is one of the fastest growing mutual insurance holding companies in the industry. A key to their success is the ability to attract and retain talented people to their company. That means, ...
Read moreMany people make the decision to purchase local food because it's proven to be better for their communities and the environment. But, is there anything else in it for the consumer other than a good co...
Read moreIt has been estimated that about one third of all food produced is thrown away. We are wasting food at home, in restaurants, and at the grocery store. But what most consumers have been surprised to...
Read moreHave you heard the stereotypes "helicopter parent" and "free range parent?" A helicopter parent hovers over their child every moment. On the contrary, a free range parent lets their kids roam wild, ...
Read moreThe factories are closing. Jobs are leaving our cities. People are caught in the crossfire of shifting policies, both domestic and abroad. It's a narrative that is all too familiar in America. ...
Read moreBusyness is becoming normal. Even a status symbol. And it's given rise to a new industry: The Life Optimization Industry. Thanks to busyness, the business of life optimization is booming. The...
Read moreFor many of us the image, and maybe the only image, we have of a farm is the idyllic "story book" farm. A sweet farm complete with a classic red barn and a garden. Chickens in a coop, pigs in a ...
Read moreAt Honey Creek Farm, Tim Carter is turning dirt back into soil. In 1974, Tim came home from Purdue to the family farm with the vision for America's "big ag" that was being taught in ag classrooms ever...
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