Agriculture

Illinois grows more pumpkins than any other state, with Morton known as the Pumpkin Capital of the World. Why Illinois leads the nation in pumpkins.

How Wisconsin became America's Dairyland: its cheesemaking history, signature varieties, and squeaky cheese curds, plus ways to taste it for yourself.

Michigan is a top producer of apples and tart cherries thanks to the Great Lakes. When to visit for peak harvest, from cherry season in Traverse City to fall apple picking.