Meet the Field Moms

“Field Moms” are moms from the Chicago area. They visit different Illinois farms throughout the year to learn more about our families and what we do on our farms. They also get to ask questions about food and farming topics they see in the news. Meet the Field Moms and visit their blogs, where they share what they see, hear and learn on our farms.

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  Alissa Spera

  Chicago, IL Our family loves summertime at the beach and visiting the farmers market. Learn more about Alissa Spera
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  Amina Nevels

  Chicago, IL I'm a wife and mother of two baby girls and I love to blog and knit! Learn more about Amina Nevels
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  Amy Bizzarri

  Chicago, IL I'm a teacher, a writer, and best of all, a mom to two awesome kids. Learn more about Amy Bizzarri
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  Amy Buffardi

  Darien, IL Health and education are big priorities for my family. Learn more about Amy Buffardi
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  Becky Martinez

  Glen Ellyn, IL I believe the best research is hands-on and up close. Learn more about Becky Martinez
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  Christa Grabske

  Mount Prospect, IL I’m a preschool teacher and mom of two.
  
  Learn more about Christa Grabske
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  Christina Lee

  LaGrange Park, IL As a teacher, I want to share what I see with my students. Learn more about Christina Lee
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  Davita Nobles

  Tinley Park, IL I strive to give my daughters the healthiest food possible. Learn more about Davita Nobles
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  Diane Letson

  Chicago, IL Food is a huge part of my life - from trying new recipes and family cooking to my job. Learn more about Diane Letson
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  Elizabeth Rago

  North Aurora, IL I love gardening with my kids and writing.
  
  Learn more about Elizabeth Rago
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  Faten Abdallah

  Rochelle, IL I love to share what I learn with my readers and listeners. Learn more about Faten Abdallah
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  Helen Kolodynski

  Chicago, IL I'm providing healthy food choices for my three daughters. Learn more about Helen Kolodynski
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  Jammie Esker Schaer

  Elmhurst, IL I love to cook and spend time in the kitchen.
  
  Learn more about Jammie Esker Schaer
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  Janelle Floerke

  Orland Park, IL We recently moved to the Chicago area with our three children. Learn more about Janelle Floerke
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  Katie Grossart

  Chicago, IL I’m a mom of three who likes learning and doing new things. Learn more about Katie Grossart
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  Kimberly Findlay

  Chicago, IL I love the outdoors, and have converted our backyard to an herb and vegetable garden. Learn more about Kimberly Findlay
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  Maggie Bartoszewski

  Oak Lawn, IL I’ve never been to a “real” farm before, so I can’t wait to meet Illinois farmers. Learn more about Maggie Bartoszewski
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  Natasha Nicholes

  Chicago, IL I try to provide great food on a family budget.
  
  Learn more about Natasha Nicholes
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  Renee Keats

  Highland Park, IL I'm a stay-at-home mom, gardener and social media enthusiast. Learn more about Renee Keats
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  Samantha Schultz

  Indian Head Park, IL I'm married to my H.S. sweetheart and mom of two boys. Learn more about Samantha Schultz
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  Sharon Blau

  Des Plaines, IL I shop all over for our family groceries and cook from scratch. Learn more about Sharon Blau
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  Susan Herold

  Rolling Meadows, IL I'm a city girl with an interest in farming.
  
  Learn more about Susan Herold
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  Tanja Saarinen

  Oak Park, IL I want to teach my kids where their food comes from. Learn more about Tanja Saarinen
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  Teresa Buse

  Streamwood, IL I'm an urban mom of three but grew up in rural Iowa. Learn more about Teresa Buse
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  Valerie Johnson

  Elgin, IL I’m a home-schooling mom with a curious family. Learn more about Valerie Johnson
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  Amy Hansmann

  River Forest, IL I'm an active, educated, stay-at-home mom of two. Learn more about Amy Hansmann
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  Amy Rossi

  Naperville, IL I'm involved with my church, and I volunteer at school. Learn more about Amy Rossi
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  Angel Ishmael

  Chicago, IL I cook every night for my family and I love healthy, yummy food. Learn more about Angel Ishmael
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  Betsie Estes

  Elk Grove Village, IL I'm back in Illinois after spending eight years in Texas. Learn more about Betsie Estes
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  Emily Paster

  , My passion is feeding my family and my friends and my goal is to help more people feel confident in the kitchen by sharing my tips and techniques. Learn more about Emily Paster
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  Farrah Brown

  Glendale Heights, IL I'm a part-time nurse, so it's challenging to cook every night. Learn more about Farrah Brown
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  Jennifer Weiss

  Chicago, IL I grew up in Kentucky, and I would love to reconnect with my agricultural heritage. Learn more about Jennifer Weiss
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  Joelen Tan

  Chicago, IL I'm a private chef/caterer, so food is very important in our lives. Learn more about Joelen Tan
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  Julie Barreda

  Chicago, IL I'm a former marketing and corporate training professional. Learn more about Julie Barreda
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  Pilar Clark

  Lisle, IL I'm a long-time writer and social media strategist and work-at-home mom. Learn more about Pilar Clark