Happy National Cheese Curd Day
It's a tasty treat that we probably take for granted in Wisconsin. We can have them deep fried, battered or breaded, flavored or plain - … [Read more...] about Happy National Cheese Curd Day
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Global Dairy Tech Start-up Spotlight Introduced to Industry
As dairy producers face challenges that are both different and greater than ever before, emerging dairy technology companies continue to … [Read more...] about Global Dairy Tech Start-up Spotlight Introduced to Industry
Both Livestock And Human Contamination Found
The Southwest Wisconsin Groundwater and Geology Study of Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties is halfway through its second phase to identify … [Read more...] about Both Livestock And Human Contamination Found
Eau Claire Will Instead Shoot For 2021 Show
The Executive Committee of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2020 Eau Claire announced today that it has postponed this year’s event to July … [Read more...] about Eau Claire Will Instead Shoot For 2021 Show
Farm Tech Exhibitor Space Still Available
Jefferson County Farm Technology Days still has exhibitor space available.“We still have both indoor booths and outdoor lots available,” … [Read more...] about Farm Tech Exhibitor Space Still Available
Planters for Farm Technology Days Still Being Sold
The Jefferson County Master Gardener Volunteer Association is selling planters for the upcoming Farm Technology Days (FTD), July 23-25th at … [Read more...] about Planters for Farm Technology Days Still Being Sold
The Local Butcher Shop is Alive and Well
The local butcher shop is an institution as old as time. Generation after generation has flocked to their local market to get the freshest … [Read more...] about The Local Butcher Shop is Alive and Well
Volunteers Needed For Jefferson County Farm Technology Days
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days needs your help! This year’s show is hosted in Jefferson County by Walter Grain Farms on July 23-25th.“We … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed For Jefferson County Farm Technology Days
5 Fun Activities To Do With Kids At Cows On The Concourse
Kick off June Dairy Month at the 40th Annual Cows on the Concourse with some of your favorite dairy celebrities: Wisconsin dairy cows! The … [Read more...] about 5 Fun Activities To Do With Kids At Cows On The Concourse
Drones Give New Way To Survey Crops
It is nearly the beginning of June and the rain just doesn't want to go away. With all of this precipitation it's becoming increasingly … [Read more...] about Drones Give New Way To Survey Crops
Motorists and ATV/UTV riders urged to share the road safely
Spring and summer in Wisconsin are great times to take the family on a road trip or hop on an all-terrain or utility-terrain vehicle … [Read more...] about Motorists and ATV/UTV riders urged to share the road safely
Memorial Day Weekend Is The Perfect Time To Visit Your Local Farmers Market
As May comes to a close and June is right around the corner it's safe to say that prime Farmers Market season is in full swing in Wisconsin. … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend Is The Perfect Time To Visit Your Local Farmers Market
Three Wisconsin Residents Sick With Salmonellosis After Eating Del Monte Veggies
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, Minnesota Department of … [Read more...] about Three Wisconsin Residents Sick With Salmonellosis After Eating Del Monte Veggies
R-CALF USA Asks Court to Declare Beef Checkoff Practices in 15 States Unconstitutional
R-CALF USA has filed documents in the federal district court in Montana asking that its motion to declare the beef checkoff practices in 15 … [Read more...] about R-CALF USA Asks Court to Declare Beef Checkoff Practices in 15 States Unconstitutional
Author Asking For County Fair Memories and Photos For New Book
Everyone has their favorite fair memory- maybe it was the time they beat their older sibling in showmanship for the first time. Or, it could … [Read more...] about Author Asking For County Fair Memories and Photos For New Book
72nd Alice in Dairyland Winner Announced
Before you even arrived at the intersection of 13th and 16th in Monroe, you could tell something big was happening. Almost every single … [Read more...] about 72nd Alice in Dairyland Winner Announced
Wisconsin produced a record-breaking amount of cheese in 2018
Wisconsin produces a lot of cheese. In other news, you should avoid wearing meat-soaked clothes around Grizzly Bears.It's certainly no … [Read more...] about Wisconsin produced a record-breaking amount of cheese in 2018
Tuberculosis Testing Continues At Wisconsin Farm
A dairy herd at Maier Farms in Dane County is still under quarantine after the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer … [Read more...] about Tuberculosis Testing Continues At Wisconsin Farm
Senator Tammy Baldwin Takes Aim At Wisconsin’s Chronic Wasting Disease Problem
Since being discovered near Mount Horeb in 2002, Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, has been a major issue for Wisconsin. The disease, found … [Read more...] about Senator Tammy Baldwin Takes Aim At Wisconsin’s Chronic Wasting Disease Problem
Farm Equipment Lacks Safety Features Commonly Found in Most Cars
It's become increasingly rare to find a new car model that doesn't boast safety features such as a rear view camera or a blind spot sensor. … [Read more...] about Farm Equipment Lacks Safety Features Commonly Found in Most Cars
Free Money: Nearly $60,000 Granted to Wisconsin County Fairs by Compeer Financial
County fair season is right around the corner and Compeer Financial is showing its support for fairs by granting $57,000 to 19 different … [Read more...] about Free Money: Nearly $60,000 Granted to Wisconsin County Fairs by Compeer Financial
Local Greenhouse Gears Up For A Busy Mother’s Day Weekend
The parking lot was packed at Kopke's Greenhouse in Oregon, Wisconsin. "This ain't nothin," an employee laughingly remarked as a customer … [Read more...] about Local Greenhouse Gears Up For A Busy Mother’s Day Weekend
Midwest Food Manufacturers, Ag Groups Urge Ratification of Trade Deal
The Midwest Food Products Association (MWFPA) joined 66 agricultural organizations and business groups in urging Congress to ratify the … [Read more...] about Midwest Food Manufacturers, Ag Groups Urge Ratification of Trade Deal
Summer Skin Protection
Might be a strange influence for taking care of my skin but my grandparents were always big on wearing sunscreen. We'd spend time at … [Read more...] about Summer Skin Protection
Staying Healthy During Busy Times
Although summer is a busy time, it's important to fuel yourself as you would with your equipment.Chris Frakes, Program Director of Farm … [Read more...] about Staying Healthy During Busy Times
Key Dairy Issues Await Lawmakers
It’s that time of year for members of Congress to head home to their districts, take tours and talk to constituents. It gives lawmakers a … [Read more...] about Key Dairy Issues Await Lawmakers
Health Care Workforce In ‘Double Tsunami’
Rural Wisconsin is seeing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in a few ways -- COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising as the workforce … [Read more...] about Health Care Workforce In ‘Double Tsunami’
Wake Up Rural Wisconsin: Factory Farm Myths, Realities, and Remedies Event
The Wisconsin Farmers Union is all about farmers and consumers working together in support of Wisconsin’s family farms and rural … [Read more...] about Wake Up Rural Wisconsin: Factory Farm Myths, Realities, and Remedies Event
Walworth County Health Goes Mobile
Rural residents are often a longer drive from health care services, whether that be a hospital, clinic or pharmacy. County health … [Read more...] about Walworth County Health Goes Mobile
Intern Returned Back To Agriculture
After attending college classes for a semester to pursue a possible career in the automotive industry, Lily Kussman changed her major after … [Read more...] about Intern Returned Back To Agriculture
Ag-Bagger Sees Improvements
Ag-Bag introduced its new T-Series models this summer at Wisconsin Farm Technology Days.Since acquiring the product line in late … [Read more...] about Ag-Bagger Sees Improvements
Varroa Mites Are No. 1 Bee Stressor
Honey bee colonies for operations with five or more colonies in Wisconsin as of Jan. 1 totaled 25,000 colonies -- 56 percent above the … [Read more...] about Varroa Mites Are No. 1 Bee Stressor
Keep Livestock Cool At The Fair
We are deep into county fair season and just days away from the Wisconsin State Fair. Youth across the state have been working hard on … [Read more...] about Keep Livestock Cool At The Fair