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Uniting Ag and Conservation Through EducationMay 15, 2025The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has launched a new training initiative. The program aims to improve conservation efforts across Wisconsin. Andrea Topper, DATCP’s Nutrient Management Outreach Specialist, explains that it targets conservation staff. The goal...
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages off-road recreationists to earn their ATV/UTV safety certification by taking an approved course. In 2024 alone, 40 people died in ATV/UTV crashes in Wisconsin, with most of them not wearing helmets. Simple steps...
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How To Detect Labor TraffickingMay 15, 2025By Stephanie Hoff Wisconsin farms may be unaware that labor trafficking in agriculture could be happening right in front of them. Mariana Rodriguez, director of UMOS Latina Resource Center in Milwaukee, advises farmers on what to look for when hiring contract...
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It’s Burger O’Clock: Madison Burger Week is BackMay 15, 2025The Wisconsin Beef Council is once again teaming up with The Cap Times to bring back Madison Burger Week. This exciting event runs from May 16 through May 23 across the Madison area. During the week, dozens of local restaurants, bars,...
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NTC Opens Cutting Edge Sawmill In AntigoMay 14, 2025Pictured: Leaders from Northcentral Technical College, the Wisconsin Technical College System, UW-Stevens Point, and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. during the ribbon-cutting event at the sawmill training facility. Northcentral Technical College has opened a state-of-the-art sawmill at the NTC Antigo Campus....
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The DNR has announced milkweed as the Rare Plant Monitoring Program’s 2025 Plant of the Year. They encourage planting milkweed to help monarchs. Milkweed is an important plant for monarch butterflies and a beautiful addition to any home garden. When combined...
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Building a resilient food system that works for all takes strong relationships and support forcommunities and farmers. REAP Food Group, based in Madison, Wisconsin is doing just that,recently with help from the Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI LFPA) Program.Since...
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National Dairy Shrine Salutes Industry IconsMay 14, 2025The National Dairy Shrine has announced the 2025 recipients of its prestigious Pioneer Award. This award honors individuals and teams who have shaped the future of the dairy industry. This year’s recipients are Dr. Joseph Lineweaver, the photographers of Agri-Graphics, the...
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FarmBot Powers Hands-On Learning at UW-StoutMay 13, 2025At the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the campus greenhouse is much more than a place to grow plants. “It’s a research space. It’s a teaching space,” says Dr. Keith Gilland, Associate Professor of Biology and Greenhouse Manager. “Students can do independent projects,...
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Sandy Chalmers serves as State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency in Wisconsin. She has served in a number of leadership roles advocating for farmers, ranchers, and rural Americans, and she returns to direct Farm Service Agency operations in...
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Innovative Training Program Aims to Unite Agriculture and Conservation Efforts
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Uniting Ag and Conservation Through Education
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The program aims to improve conservation efforts across Wisconsin.
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Learn Measures To Stay Safe When Off-Roading This Summer
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Learn Measures To Stay Safe When Off-Roading This Summer
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents to take an ATV/UTV safety course before off-roading this summer.
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How To Detect Labor Trafficking
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How To Detect Labor Trafficking
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Wisconsin farms may be unaware that labor trafficking in agriculture could be happening right in front of them.
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