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Dairy Teams Raise Over $51,000 for Education and OutreachApril 26, 2025A friendly competition between two dairy teams recently wrapped up, raising $51,655 to support key programs in the dairy industry. The funds will help grow educational efforts, sustainability work, and community outreach programs that benefit farmers and consumers alike. This was part...
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Fishing Season Kicks Off May 3April 26, 2025The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2025-2026 general inland fishing season will open statewide on Saturday, May 3. With over 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of perennial streams and rivers, 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline,...
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Senate Passed Seed Potato LegislationApril 26, 2025This week, the Wisconsin Senate passed bipartisan legislation to help ensure the state remains a national leader in potato production. Last year’s total acreage was valued at $320 million. Wisconsin is the third-largest potato producer in the country and a top-five...
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Japanese Buyers Get Up Close To U.S. BeefApril 26, 2025Pictured: Jay Theiler welcomes the Japan buyer team to the True West plant. Photo courtesy of USMEF. A team of buyers from major Japanese beef importers came to the United States to learn about U.S. beef production. The team visited U.S....
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Cattle Harvest Continues To SlideApril 25, 2025Prepared and written by Jeff Swenson, DATCP Livestock and Meat Specialist. The Market Update draws information from several sources, including trade publications, radio broadcasts, agricultural news services, individuals involved in the industry as well as USDA NASS and AMS reports Cattle The latest Cattle...
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You’re Invited To UW Family Gardening DayApril 25, 2025The weather is getting warmer, and gardening season will be here soon. Area gardeners and anyone with an interest in plants and science can gather ideas at the UW Family Gardening Day. It’s on Saturday, May 3. The free, family-friendly...
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Deadline For Wolf Advisory Committee Coming SoonApril 25, 2025The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking qualified stakeholder applicants to serve on the DNR’s Wolf Advisory Committee (WAC). Applications will be accepted until Sunday, May 4, at 11:59 p.m. Visit the DNR’s Wolves in Wisconsin webpage (go to the Advisory Committee tab)...
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How To Avoid Bears This SpringApril 25, 2025Pictured: To avoid potential conflicts, it’s important to recognize what attracts black bears and take steps to reduce these attractants whenever possible. / Photo credit: Wisconsin DNR As the weather warms and people across the state begin spending more time outside,...
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Weathering the Financial Storm in AgricultureApril 25, 2025As economic pressure weighs on agriculture, Sam Miller, Principal for Fox Street Advisors, says the key is preparation. “Every downturn brings uncertainty,” Miller shared, “and right now, that’s the biggest similarity to past ag challenges.” Miller has seen recessions before—during the 1980s,...
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Junior Entries Now Open for the 2025 Wisconsin State FairApril 24, 2025Junior entries for the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair are now open. Exhibitors can find all junior entry information, including rules and schedules, on the official website. The deadlines to keep in mind are: May 21, 2025, by 7 p.m. (Central Time): Regular...
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