potato growing

In the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, Lelah Starks tilled out a legacy that would shape the potato industry for generations. A woman ahead of her time, Starks became one of the most respected seed potato growers in the country, blending science with practical farming expertise.

The Rhinelander station makes up part of the world-class UW-Madison potato breeding program. Every year, researchers look for the next variety to bring to market.

A recent report from UW-Whitewater found Wisconsin's potato crop has a $522 million dollar impact on the state's economy. But an industry spokesperson…

A new festival is coming to Rhinelander later this summer."Potato Fest" celebrates northern and central Wisconsin's industry and research facilities. A…