Farm to Table: Good Eating at Home

When you hear “farm to table,” chances are you picture a restaurant serving wholesome, flavorful food. You can easily create that experience at home. All it takes is a deeper connection to the people who know food best — the ones who grow it.

When it comes to healthy eating, we all know we should eat a balanced mix of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. But what makes those foods wholesome? Who grows it, and how do they do it? This is where things can get confusing. There’s a lot of marketing lingo and sensationalized articles that can make simply shopping the produce aisle seem intimidating. 

We sat down with farmers, ranchers and other agricultural experts to explore what happens on the farm and to help you bring that experience to your table. Explore the articles below to amp up your knowledge about common Kansas foods, the farming practices behind them and why they make for healthy, wholesome eating.

Carbohydrates

Most people know that whole grains, fruits and vegetables are good for you. But should you worry about pesticides? Are they used a lot on farms? Is it better to buy organic? We dig deeper into farming practices and nutritional values of several Kansas carbs.

Fruits and Vegetables

Wheat

Proteins

Some of the best sources of protein are meat and dairy products. But should you worry about animals being treated with antibiotics or hormones? Do those chemicals get passed along to you?

Behind the Beef

Digging into Dairy

Pulling Pork Power

Fats

Although soybeans contain fiber and protein, they are most commonly known for their high-quality fat content. That’s because soybeans are a common ingredient in vegetable oil. So, what’s so great about soybeans anyway? Surprisingly, these little legumes pack a hefty nutritional punch.

Kansas growers and food producers contribute a lot to our diets, but most people aren’t aware of the big benefits they provide. Thanks for spending a little time to learn more!