Wisconsin’s Tourism Industry, Agriculture Census, This Week in Washington

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We take a look at what’s working in the Wisconsin tourism industry that’s still showing consistent growth. Also on the rise: organic farming in Wisconsin. We learn more about the findings of the latest state agriculture census. And we discuss some of the biggest stories this week in Washington, D.C., including efforts by House Democrats to obtain President Trump’s tax returns.

Featured in this Show

  • Wisconsin's Tourism Economy Improves For Ninth Straight Year

    A new report shows that tourists spent more than $13 billion in Wisconsin in 2018, contributing to $21.6 billion in total economic activity. State Department of Tourism Secretary-designee Sara Meaney explains what people are spending money on and where they’re doing it.

  • Wisconsin's Organic Farming Rising In Latest Ag Census

    The latest agriculture census shows a bright spot in Wisconsin’s ag sector: organic farming. We discuss that trend, and an increase in the number women in agriculture in 2017.

  • This Week In Washington – May 8, 2019

    House Democrats are seeking President Trump’s tax returns and subpoened a former White House lawyer to turn documents over to Congress, but they’re getting pushback on both fronts. We find out who’s likely to get the upper hand.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Sara Meaney Guest
  • Will Cushman Guest
  • Lisa Kivirist Guest
  • Daniel Newhauser Guest
  • Amanda Terkel Guest