They say that decisions are made by the people that show up, and Ag Day at the Capitol is an event where farmers show up to influence the decisions made by our lawmakers.
However, like many opportunities in agriculture where decisions are being made, the crowd tends to be the older generation from farms. But Brady Zuck, who owns a cow/calf operation in Rusk County, and Logan Frei, who raises beef cattle and grows crops and canning vegetables in Rock County, are speaking up and bringing the average age down as they step up to lead.
One of the best parts of Ag Day at the Capitol is learning from farmers across the state. Brad Olson, a dairy farmer from Polk County says that in his area wildlife damage is a significant concern. Having his voice heard by lawmakers when he asked for an increase in wildlife damage limits is one of the reasons he made the drive to Madison.
Paul Jarvis is a member of the Wisconsin Corn Growers Association board. He farms in the center of Waushara County with his family. This week he was one of more than 250 farmers to go to the State Capitol and talk to legislators about the priorities for Wisconsin agriculture. What on his mind ahead of planting season? Market volatility, interest rates, inflation, rural road infrastructure, conservation and meat processing. Jarvis offered a boots-on-the-ground perspective in Madison for Ag Day at the Capitol.
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