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Wisconsin Communities, Farmers Offered Federal Money To Deal With Impacts Of Recent Flooding

August 29, 2019 - 6:20am

Some county leaders in Wisconsin say federal disaster funding is critical for local communities trying to recover from the impact of yearly flooding.

Captive Elk Tests Positive For Chronic Wasting Disease

August 26, 2019 - 3:10pm

State officials say a captive elk in far northwestern Wisconsin has tested positive for chronic wasting disease.

Doctor: People Should Consult Their Physician Before Using CBD

August 23, 2019 - 10:00am

A Mayo Clinic physician says more research on CBD is needed and people who are using it need to ask their doctor about the risks.

Wisconsin Hemp Bill Changed To Appease Law Enforcement

August 21, 2019 - 12:15pm

A bipartisan proposal designed to help Wisconsin's fledgling hemp industry has been modified to appease concerns of law enforcement.

Food Production Industry Is Strong Amid Farm Troubles, Report States

August 16, 2019 - 10:30am

At a time when dairy farming across Wisconsin has endured economic stress, food producers are experiencing a period of strength, said Steve Deller, UW-Madison professor in the Agriculture and Applied Economics program

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Voice Concerns Over New Permitting Rules For Livestock Farms

August 16, 2019 - 5:55am

Public hearings started this week on a proposed change to how local governments can regulate large livestock farms in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Corn Farmers Facing More Market Uncertainty After USDA Planting Report

August 15, 2019 - 6:05am

In an annual acreage report released Monday, the USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced farmers across the country reported being unable to plant 19.4 million acres by crop insurance deadlines this spring.

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Agree With Evers' Calls To End US-China Trade War

August 13, 2019 - 5:05pm

Several Wisconsin farmer groups say they agree with Gov. Tony Evers' call for the Trump administration to end the country's trade war with China.

Drowning In Zucchini? A Few Ideas To Help You Through The Season

August 13, 2019 - 5:55am

At the end of summer when the farmers market stands are piled high with some of the best produce the season has to offer, one vegetable appears to be king.

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

August 13, 2019 - 5:45am

Milwaukee's port is pursuing a partnership with the Quebec government in hopes of growing international trade for Wisconsin.

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Wisconsin Communities, Farmers Offered Federal Money To Deal With Impacts Of Recent Flooding

Captive Elk Tests Positive For Chronic Wasting Disease

Doctor: People Should Consult Their Physician Before Using CBD

Wisconsin Hemp Bill Changed To Appease Law Enforcement

Food Production Industry Is Strong Amid Farm Troubles, Report States

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Voice Concerns Over New Permitting Rules For Livestock Farms

Wisconsin Corn Farmers Facing More Market Uncertainty After USDA Planting Report

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Agree With Evers' Calls To End US-China Trade War

Drowning In Zucchini? A Few Ideas To Help You Through The Season

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

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