FRIESLAND, WI - Half a century down and forever to go. That is the running theme at Alsum Farms & Produce, as the supplier has reached 50 years in business. On August 11 and 12, Alsum hosted a community celebration, including the 6th Annual Tater Trot 5K run/walk.
“Alsum Farms & Produce was elated to host the 6th Annual Tater Trot 5K to help support local FFA Chapters and provide a unique opportunity to learn about the nutritional and economic benefits of Wisconsin potatoes,” said Alsum’s Nikki Jedlowski, Tater Trot 5K Event Coordinator. “Potatoes fuel performance and the Tater Trot 5K promotes the healthy, flavorful, and fresh attributes of the spud, targeting everyday athletes to perform at their best and fuel their active lifestyle.”
The Tater Trot welcomed a record 140 runners and walkers, raising a record $14,000 to benefit seven Wisconsin FFA Chapters. At the community celebration, guests shopped the farm-fresh produce market, strolled through vendor and educational booths by local FFA chapters, and enjoyed a bratwurst and a Pepsi from the 95.3 WBEV Beaver Dam radio station.
After the run/walk concluded, the Alsum family led a short program of reflection to recognize Founder Glenn Alsum’s family as well as grower and industry partners who have been integral in Alsum’s success, according to a press release.
Farmer Larry Alsum also led a coach bus tour of the Alsum potato and pumpkin farms in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin. Attendees had many great questions and curiosity about how potatoes and pumpkins are grown and harvested.
The year-long 50th-anniversary theme “Growing Goodness” speaks to how Alsum Farms & Produce has enriched the lives of associates, customers, and consumers over the past five decades.
Congratulations to Alsum on 50 years!
