Storytelling

Films produced by Black Krim Creative

Read our blog post on apples and climate

Another Pivot

Learn about how climate change impacted apple orchards in 2021, forcing Brix to form new sourcing partnerships. Hear from local apple producers themselves, like Liz of Door Creek Orchard, who explained that last year was actually a part of a decade-long trend of climate-related events that have impacted her apple yield.

LOCAL GRAINS: MEADOWLARK FARM AND MILL

Featuring Halee and John Wepking, this film explores Meadowlark Farm and Mill’s story of why in-region milling is so important to the greater small grain movement. The Wepking’s delve into the story of how the mill came to be and why they keep their distribution footprint in line with their sourcing radius.

LOCAL GRAINS: ORIGIN BREADS

Featuring Kirk Smock of Origin Breads and his pathway to becoming one of Madison’s most beloved bakers. From the beginnings of Origin Breads, Kirk’s commitment to baking exclusively with Meadowlark Organics flour has been a cornerstone of his bakery. In this film we learn why relationships with farmers are so important.

RIDGES AND CONTOURS

Featuring Michael and Chloe Dolan and their innovative approach to raising cattle, hogs, and poultry on a windy ridgetop farm near Spring Green, Wisconsin.This film delves into the reality of topsoil loss and why it is worth protecting. We learn how regenerative agriculture practices work to build topsoil and hold it in place.

The Best Way I Know

Featuring the story of Jeff Ford of Cress Spring Bakery and his approach to keeping food simple. Jeff has been a foundational leader in the local food movement in Southwest Wisconsin since the 90’s. Through regional grain sourcing, Jeff has had an impact beyond his quiet bakery in Blue Mounds, WI.

Seasonality and Abundance

Featuring Pat and Sarah of Squashington Farm and their approach to growing produce and connecting to community. Learn about their unique partnership - and friendship - with Brix Cider, and the challenges and opportunities for growing seasonally.

A Richer Experience

Learn about the truly farm-to-table-to-farm relationship between Brix Cider and Dorothy’s Range. Folllow Farmer April’s story about how she began raising heritage pigs, learn about her farrow-to-finish operation, and discover the rich connections between Brix apples, April’s pigs, and the Brix community.

Taking Care of the Land and the Water

Cates Family Farm raises livestock through a deep commitment to land stewardship and conservation. Learn about the impacts of this rotational grazing operation for soil health, water quality, and how this operation furthers Brix’s farm-to-table mission.