Welcome back as we introduce you to the bounty of specialty crops that Wisconsin has to offer and the families who produce them. Ovans Peony Farm in Beaver Dam is one of the sweetest-smelling farms you'll visit. Here you’ll find more than 100 varieties of peonies. Michelle Ovans takes some time with us as she prepares for the Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival. This is in Beaver Dam June 7-9. Ovans Peony Farm will be center stage during that event, but things might look a little different than years past after a spring storm came through. She estimates hail damage took out 80 percent of her crop, meaning that she won't be able to harvest flowers this year. However, the blooms currently on the plants will still be stunning. Her farm will also be the centerpiece for the National Peony Society's annual convention and flower show in 2025. Michelle tells us how a 20-year career in the U.S. Navy turned into flower farming. She says through the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association, you can find a network of specialty crop farmers to help you start or expand your own farm venture. This podcast series is brought to you courtesy of Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. Learn more about how to engage with Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry at https://gowiagtourism.com/.