Manure management is a standard part of Wisconsin farm life, but as operations grow and liquid storage systems become more common, the risks associated with manure pits are trending upward. This is according to UW-Madison Professor and Division of Extension Specialist Rebecca Larson.

Whether you’re a seasoned operator or a new hand, here are five critical safety tips to keep in mind before you head out to the pits.

Manure management is a standard part of Wisconsin farm life, but as operations grow and liquid storage systems become more common, the risks associated with manure pits are trending upward. This is according to UW-Madison Professor and Division of Extension Specialist Rebecca Larson.
Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned operator or a new hand, here are five critical safety tips to keep in mind before you head out to the pits.

Join Pam Jahnke for the latest farm news. Heard daily on WOZN 96.7 FM and 1670 AM in Madison Wisconsin from 5-6am. Also heard on affiliate stations all over Wisconsin.

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Critical Safety Tips Before Heading To The Manure Pit

Dr. David Kohl,  Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech is keeping an eye on the global economy and input costs of today's farm.  Kohl speaks with Bob Bosold about how outside forces can make some big ripples in Wisconsin's farming operations today, that will likely last into 2027.  He starts by discussing the energy complex and its impact on operating costs.  Kohls says he would expect that farms might be forced to make some difficult decisons about overall direction before the end of the year.

Rain is finally on the way for a majority of Wisconsin.  Stu Muck breaks down the path of precipitation and volume we can expect.

To date there's more than 18,000 cases of cyclospora that the Centers for Disease Control is tracking in 45 different states.  The argument over whether it was food borne in lettuce continues. Do stories like this change the way consumers approach buying produce?  Teri Barr finds out from Kathy Bures of Bures Berry Patch in Barneveld. Despite the fact that their name has "berry" the farm is involved in fresh market sales year round.  Bures says her customers know their protocol and are comfortable that their food source is safe.

It's probably one of the most under appreciated crops we have.  Alfalfa.  Now, alfalfa and forage producers have a new risk management tool available after a lot of education.  Beth Nelson, president of the National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance has a great "elevator pitch" to quickly educate staff members that might keep her from getting policy makers moving on program needs.  Pam Jahnke makes some notes on the high value of alfalfa.

Dr. David Kohl,&nbsp; Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech is keeping an eye on the global economy and input costs of today's farm.&nbsp; Kohl speaks with Bob Bosold about how outside forces can make some big ripples in Wisconsin's farming operations today, that will likely last into 2027.&nbsp; He starts by discussing the energy complex and its impact on operating costs.&nbsp; Kohls says he would expect that farms might be forced to make some difficult decisons about overall direction before the end of the year.
Rain is finally on the way for a majority of Wisconsin.&nbsp; Stu Muck breaks down the path of precipitation and volume we can expect.
To date there's more than 18,000 cases of cyclospora that the Centers for Disease Control is tracking in 45 different states.&nbsp; The argument over whether it was food borne in lettuce continues. Do stories like this change the way consumers approach buying produce?&nbsp; Teri Barr finds out from Kathy Bures of Bures Berry Patch in Barneveld. Despite the fact that their name has "berry" the farm is involved in fresh market sales year round.&nbsp; Bures says her customers know their protocol and are comfortable that their food source is safe.
It's probably one of the most under appreciated crops we have.&nbsp; Alfalfa.&nbsp; Now, alfalfa and forage producers have a new risk management tool available after a lot of education.&nbsp; Beth Nelson, president of the National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance has a great "elevator pitch" to quickly educate staff members that might keep her from getting policy makers moving on program needs.&nbsp; Pam Jahnke makes some notes on the high value of alfalfa.

Illnesses Inspire Trust In Farmers Plus - Alfalfa Gets No Respect Until Now

The Wisconsin State Fair offers 10 days of memory making experiences and the state's dairy industry wants to be front and center

Through unique partnerships at WI State Fair, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin works to connect directly with consumers.  One partnership accomplishing that is with the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board and Dairy Lane.  Stephanie Hughes, a dairy farmer that sits on DFW board representing district 12 says the fair’s milking demonstrations draw plenty of attention.  Hughes says that with branded educational materials, industry messaging and talking points, DFW is helping prepare Dairy Lane ambassadors to answer questions and share accurate, engaging information about dairy farming.

English-language milking demonstrations are held every day of the fair, and Spanish-language demonstrations are offered each weekend. That helps make dairy education more accessible to even more families.

It doesn't end there.  New this year is the partnership with Piggly Wiggly on August 14th. This special event will feature a Born To Dairy™ activation outside the Cream Puff Pavilion and Dairy Building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be another fun opportunity for consumers to meet dairy farmers, learn more about Wisconsin dairy and celebrate what makes our state Born To Dairy™.

Hughes is also looking forward to the return of the always popular Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction.  Did you know that DFW creates the cheeseboard featuring the champion cheeses. It’s a beautiful—and delicious—way to highlight the quality, craftsmanship and variety of Wisconsin’s award-winning dairy products while celebrating the cheesemakers and dairy farmers who make them possible.

The Wisconsin State Fair offers 10 days of memory making experiences and the state's dairy industry wants to be front and center Through unique partnerships at WI State Fair, <a href="https://wisconsindairy.org/">Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin</a> works to connect directly with consumers.&nbsp; One partnership accomplishing that is with the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board and Dairy Lane.&nbsp; Stephanie Hughes, a dairy farmer that sits on DFW board representing district 12 says the fair&rsquo;s milking demonstrations draw plenty of attention.&nbsp; Hughes says that with branded educational materials, industry messaging and talking points, DFW is helping prepare <a href="https://wistatefair.com/fair/dairy-lane/">Dairy Lane</a> ambassadors to answer questions and share accurate, engaging information about dairy farming.
English-language milking demonstrations are held every day of the fair, and Spanish-language demonstrations are offered each weekend. That helps make dairy education more accessible to even more families.
It doesn't end there.&nbsp; New this year is the partnership with Piggly Wiggly on August 14th. This special event will feature a Born To Dairy&trade; activation outside the Cream Puff Pavilion and Dairy Building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be another fun opportunity for consumers to meet dairy farmers, learn more about Wisconsin dairy and celebrate what makes our state Born To Dairy&trade;.
Hughes is also looking forward to the return of the always popular Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction.&nbsp; Did you know that <a href="https://wisconsindairy.org/">DFW </a>creates the cheeseboard featuring the champion cheeses. It&rsquo;s a beautiful&mdash;and delicious&mdash;way to highlight the quality, craftsmanship and variety of Wisconsin&rsquo;s award-winning dairy products while celebrating the cheesemakers and dairy farmers who make them possible.

WI State Fair Helps Highlight Dairy - Stephanie Hughes

From the field to the farmers market, Kathy Bures says buying local gives consumers confidence in where their food comes from -- and a stronger connection to the people who grow it. Teri Barr travels to the Bures Berry Patch to talk with Kathy about her Barneveld area farm.

From the field to the farmers market, Kathy Bures says buying local gives consumers confidence in where their food comes from -- and a stronger connection to the people who grow it. Teri Barr travels to the Bures Berry Patch to talk with Kathy about her Barneveld area farm.

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