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Young Farmers Grow and Sell Produce in Sherman Park

Published: July 9, 2021, 5 a.m.

There’s a garden on the north side of Milwaukee where young farmers are learning to grow their own fruits, vegetables, and herbs. But it doesn’t stop there. These budding entrepreneurs are also selling their produce. It’s through the Young Farmers program, which is run through Groundwork Milwaukee. We’re sharing this 2018 story in honor of “Wisconsin Life’s” 10th anniversary on WPR. It’s Peter Bryant’s, WPR’s Program Director for the NPR News and Music Network, pick for his favorite “Wisconsin Life” story.