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Wonewoc, WI - On Thursday, February 5, 2026, FAN held their first Annual Farmer Appreciation Lunch. This free luncheon was held at Club Chapparal from 12 – 2:30 pm and was attended by 120 Sauk County farmers and ag workers.  The goal of this gathering was to celebrate the dedication, resilience and vital contributions that they make while doing the important work of nourishing our families and sustaining our rural communities.   There was much conversation and mingling as att

We drew the winner of our Door County Getaway, and the lucky name was Chelsey Hager from Hager Family Farm! FAN board members Brenda Statz and Christy Updike were excited to hand off the getaway basket to Chelsey and her husband. We’re thrilled to give this hardworking farm family a chance to relax and recharge. 🧺 What’s in the Getaway? Chelsey and her guest will enjoy: A 2-night stay at the cozy White Lace Inn  in Sturgeon Bay (a $350 value!) $200 in spending cash  for dini

Farming is more than a job—it’s a way of life, but it can also be incredibly stressful. This blog pulls together helpful videos, podcasts, articles, and stories from the last month that shine a light on farmer mental health and offer down-to-earth tips for managing stress and staying strong. Thank you to all of these organizations for raising awareness and supporting farmers through challenging situations. Trigger warning - These resources may mention topics of suicide. If y