The People Behind the Fish

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COMMERCIAL FISHERY AND MARKET

There Is No Normal at Halvorson’s

With Jessica Resac, Halvorson Fisheries, Cornucopia

Hard work and being on the lake are rewarding, and I just can’t give it up. Read more

Craig Hoopman stands outside of Hoop's Dockside Fish Market.

COMMERCIAL FISHERY AND MARKET

Hoop’s Provides a Window into Commercial Fishing

With Craig Hoopman, Craig Hoopman Fisheries, Bayfield

I want people to see our fishing boats coming in from the lake and our processing facility. Read more

 

Steve DeBaker stands by one of the trout ponds.

FARM (BROOK TROUT AND OTHER SPECIES) AND MARKET

A Tour of Branch River Trout Hatchery and Trout Springs Winery

With Steve DeBaker, Branch River Trout Hatchery, Greenleaf

High-quality feed and an artesian spring make for healthy, hardy fish. More

PROCESSOR AND MARKET

Red Cliff Fish Company Respects Ojibwe Traditions and Elders

With Daniel Grooms and Clarence (Donny) Pratt, Red Cliff Fish Company, Red Cliff

We are members of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and we’re serving our community. Read more

Bill Bodin outside of the market where he processes and markets fresh and smoke fish.

PROCESSOR AND MARKET

Bodin’s Focuses on Fresh and Local

With Bill Bodin, Bodin Fisheries, Bayfield

We’re busy packing up orders for your Friday fish fry. More

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Metcalfe’s Market Knows Wisconsin Fish is a Good Catch

With Jim Meier and Brad Edmunds, Metcalfe’s Market, Madison

If we can support a local farmer or fish hatchery, that’s what we want to do. Read more