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Farming systems

Research, news, and practices from the Center for Integrated Agriculture Systems about resources related to the inputs, production, transport, retailing, and consumption of food as well as their impacts on the environment, health, and society.


For more information contact:

  • John Hendrickson
    Farm Viability Specialist

    1535 Observatory Drive, Madison, WI 53706

Types of food systems

Farm to institution

Bridging the space between the farm and institutions including farm-to-school, farm-to-business and more.

About food-to-institution
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Food transportation

The transport of food from producer to consumer – commonly perceived as the environmental footprint of foods.

About food transportation
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Dairy supply management

How consumers can rely on a steady supply of dairy products and how dairy farmers can retain a secure stream of revenue.

About dairy supply management

Local/regional food systems and supply chains

How to integrate sustainable food production, processing, distribution, consumption, and waste management in order to enhance the environmental, and economic health of a particular area.

About local food systems and suppy chains
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Driftless Region Food and Farm Project

Highlighting the work of farmers, supply chain businesses, consumers and organizations who create the local food system in the four-state Driftless Region including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois.

The driftless food and farm project Learn more about the Driftless Region Food & Farm Project

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