USDA Wants Farm Labor Data
USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will conduct its biannual Agricultural Labor Survey in October. There will be over 500 Wisconsin farmers and ranchers asked to participate in the survey. The survey can completed online at…
A Rich Wisconsin Tradition
On gently flowing rivers and lakes throughout Wisconsin, you can find wild rice. Harvesting rice is a culturally important part of tribal communities in the state. In recent decades, others have also learned how to harvest wild rice which involves…
Cattle Market On Track With Seasonal Patterns
The following report was prepared and written by Jeff Swenson, DATCP’s livestock and meat specialist. This report draws information from several sources, including trade publications, radio broadcasts, agricultural news services, individuals…
The Leaves They Are A-Changin’
It’s very likely that when you ask a Wisconsinite what their favorite season is… it’s autumn. And one of the top reasons for that… fall colors! And it is that time of year. The leaves they are a-changin’. But what role does the weather play in the…
What An Expiring Farm Bill Means
The following editorial was written by Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s Director of National Affairs Tyler Wenzlaff and edited by Mid-West Farm Report. The Farm Bill is a law that governs an array of agricultural and food programs. Expiring every…
New Pilot Program Tackles Workforce Challenges
Agricultural employers can apply for a pilot program designed to improve the resiliency of the food and agricultural supply chain by addressing workforce challenges farmers face. USDA is offering up to $65 million in grants available for the Farm…
Ag Products On The Ballot For ‘Coolest Thing’
The top 16 products moving on in the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest include agriculture. Nearly 60,000 votes were cast for over 100 products during the contest’s popular vote round. The top 16 Wisconsin-made products are moving on to…
Strengthening and Transforming Our Food System
One of the greatest challenges facing many farmers is funding. Securing financial support is life changing. That is why government agencies, like the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is investing more money into supporting local…
Ag Rescue Training Coming Your Way
The Agriculture Rescue Training program is sharing the word about farm safety and the hazards that emergency responders might face. Agriculture Rescue Training, or ART, will be held Oct. 20-21, in Marshfield. Registration is open on the…
Keep This In Mind When Stretching Feed Supply
Forage availability – it’s probably the biggest conversation happening between dairy nutritionist Henry Holdorf and the dairy farmers he works with. Holdorf is with Purina Animal Nutrition covering the northwest, southwest and southeast portions of…
