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Walker Signs Pro-Cheese Bill, First To Pass This Year

February 17, 2017 - 9:50am

Gov. Scott Walker has signed into law the first bill to pass the Legislature this session, a measure designed to help Wisconsin's cheese industry.

Wisconsin Restaurants Recognized As Some Of The Best In US

February 15, 2017 - 2:15pm

Wisconsin restaurants have racked up nine nomination for this year's James Beard Awards , which is the highest honor in the industry.

Walker's Budget Moves Forestry Division To Northern Wisconsin

February 14, 2017 - 9:45am

Gov. Scott Walker's 2017-2019 budget would relocate existing Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources staff in Madison to relocate to other northern Wisconsin state facilities in phases. The current Madison headquarters employs 56.5 full-time employees in the forestry division.

Say Cheese! Wisconsin Passes Bill Helping Cheese Plant In Oostburg

February 8, 2017 - 1:45pm

The Wisconsin Assembly voted unanimously Wednesday to pass the bill making it possible for tax incentives to be extended to help finance a cheese packaging and distribution plant in the village of Oostburg.

EPA Gives Green Light To Revision Of Wisconsin Phosphorus Plan

February 7, 2017 - 11:20pm

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a Wisconsin program backers say will give the state more flexibility in meeting standards aimed at reducing algae growth in waterways.

Wisconsin Citizens Demanding Policies To Protect Water Resources

February 7, 2017 - 4:20pm

People across the state are hopping a bus to Madison on Wednesday, Feb. 8, for Citizen’s Water Lobby Day. They’re calling on lawmakers to support policies that protect the state’s water resources.

$20M For Manure Digester Draws Interest, Questions

February 6, 2017 - 6:00am

Three state agencies are soliciting proposals to build at least one more large manure digester in Wisconsin. But even with $20 million in public funds on offer to back the project, some in the energy and agriculture sectors say things remain murky.

Wisconsin Cow Sets New National Milk Record

January 31, 2017 - 11:00am

My Gold, a Holstein from Ever-Green-View Farms in Waldo produced 77,480 pounds of milk last year.

Aging Farmers Plan For The Future

January 26, 2017 - 4:10pm

The average farmer in Wisconsin is around 56 years old, according to national agriculture statistics. UW-Extension has been helping farmers in Douglas County transition the family farm to the next generation. UW-Extension’s Jane Anklam said they help answer farmers’ questions about planning for the future. Anklam said that includes whether...

Wisconsin Farmers Weigh-In On The End Of TPP

January 26, 2017 - 12:05pm

While some in Wisconsin's ag industry were hopeful the trade deal could open new markets, others, including dairy producers, are relieved they won't face competition from foreign imports.

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Walker Signs Pro-Cheese Bill, First To Pass This Year

Wisconsin Restaurants Recognized As Some Of The Best In US

Walker's Budget Moves Forestry Division To Northern Wisconsin

Say Cheese! Wisconsin Passes Bill Helping Cheese Plant In Oostburg

EPA Gives Green Light To Revision Of Wisconsin Phosphorus Plan

Wisconsin Citizens Demanding Policies To Protect Water Resources

$20M For Manure Digester Draws Interest, Questions

Wisconsin Cow Sets New National Milk Record

Aging Farmers Plan For The Future

Wisconsin Farmers Weigh-In On The End Of TPP

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