Agriculture
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First ‘climate-smart’ food in US is now shipping from Wisconsin
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited Wisconsin to celebrate the first consumer product from the federal Climate-Smart Commodities program.
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Family of Wisconsin sheep shearers reflects on novel role in Midwest farming
Fewer people are becoming professional sheep shearers in Wisconsin where about 78,000 sheep and lambs live. Jerome Huber and his family are now rare specialists in the state’s farming industry.
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For one weekend only, Brew City becomes a cow town
On most weekends, the Milwaukee Bucks take over the floor at Fiserv Forum. But this weekend, bucks will be swapped out with bulls as part of the Professional Bull Riders “Unleash The Beast” tour.Â
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Farm groups appeal ruling that required wastewater permits for CAFOs
Farm groups are appealing a ruling earlier this year that found state environmental regulators can require large livestock farms to obtain wastewater discharge permits prior to any potential pollution of state waters.
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Poopspotting: How AI and satellites can detect illegal manure spreading in Wisconsin
Imagery collected by inexpensive satellites is ushering in an era of real-time monitoring of manure-spreading practices at big farms. Some environmental advocates want the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to utilize the technology.
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GOP bill aims to limit local regulation of farms, animal welfare
The proposal would bar local governments from enacting local regulations for farms or commercial operations, including concentrated animal feeding operations.
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USDA: Farm income forecast to drop 25 percent
Ag experts say smart investments will help farms weather the downturn. But lack of precipitation could be harder to overcome.
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What can foliage contribute to your garden?
Landscape architect Mark Dwyer joined “The Larry Meiller Show” to talk about what he looks for when it comes to foliage and how he uses color and texture to design impressive sprawling gardens.
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Updated state regulations aim to provide more protections for migrant farm workers
Migrant farm workers in Wisconsin will have additional heat, health and safety protections this year, thanks to revised administrative rules that took effect earlier this month.
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How pairing certain plants in your garden can strengthen it
Just ahead of the growing season, author Jessica Walliser joined “The Larry Meiller Show” to discuss her research about the practice of companion planting and why it can be useful in the garden ecosystem.