18+ hour, 6+ min ago   (650+ words) A new fictional television series is taking a very real look at some of the struggles facing farm families — from financial stress and depression to grief, family relationships, and the pressure to keep going. Perfect Sundays, a six-part limited series…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (299+ words) There will be a limited number of legislative days when lawmakers return to Washington, and Congress breaks again before the midterm elections. U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin plans to push for dairy support while keeping an eye on the farm bill and…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (495+ words) Fall is kicking into gear in Wisconsin and there’s more for you to do than just admire the changing leaves. Across the state, farms are open for corn mazes, orchard visits, winery adventures, and more. It’s all meant to give…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (157+ words) Wisconsin farmers are constantly looking for strategies to boost their yields. Field efficiencies are always being evaluated. Maybe there’s something you could learn from Brazilian farmers? The nine-day tour showcases Brazilian crop production across São Paulo, Paraná, and Mato Grosso....

3+ week, 11+ hour ago   (234+ words) Wisconsin hemp producers and retailers are staring down a November cliff that threatens to pull popular products from store shelves. Federal rules taking effect November 12 will ban most legal hemp-derived THC gummies and beverages in Wisconsin. The new restrictions, tied…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (345+ words) Madison's Country Q106 Tyson Plant Closures Highlight Tightness In Cattle Supply Prepared 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…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (238+ words) Tera Johnson, founder of the Food Finance Institute at the University of Wisconsin, helps entrepreneurs turn agricultural ideas into thriving businesses. Speaking to the Mid-West Farm Report during the Food Finance Institute Forum and Expo, Johnson emphasized the growing necessity…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (341+ words) Farmers may be forced to deal with higher fertilizer costs for several more years, according to a new report. The “Knowledge Exchange” study from CoBank shows global supply challenges and international conflicts will continue to put pressure on nutrient markets....

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (205+ words) In continued support of the next generation of agriculture professionals, CentralStar Cooperative’s Board of Directors is awarding $1,000 scholarships to Wisconsin students pursuing agricultural degrees at a variety of colleges. “The CentralStar Board of Directors Scholarship Committee is proud to recognize…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (124+ words) Farmers will have an up-close look at new agricultural technology. Yahara Pride Farms is teaming up with Klondike Farms to share experiences with drones, rye seed production, cover crop strategies, and using the John Deere Operations Center platform. There will…...