We hear from a Wisconsin dairy farmer who, due to oversupply, has dumped thousands of gallons of milk produced each day. Meanwhile, demand at food banks has surged. An agriculture expert joins us to discuss the USDA’s plan to bridge the gap.
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Dairy Farmer Required To Dump Milk For Over A Month
As the coronavirus pandemic closed businesses and hit the economy, some farmers were left with nowhere to send their products. We hear the experience of a Wisconsin dairy farmer who has had to dump thousands of pounds of milk a day for over a month.
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Coronavirus Pandemic Disrupts Wisconsin Agriculture Markets
Coronavirus pandemic restrictions have forced businesses, restaurants and hotels to close or drastically adjust operations. In response, farmers have lost markets while food banks have seen demand spike. We explore policies to address the situation with a Wisconsin agriculture expert.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Ryan Elbe Guest
- Michelle Miller Guest
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