Dairy farmers often do not consider biomass energy investments because of the regulatory and business hurdles they can face, explains John Holevoet, director of government affairs at the Dairy Business Association. DBA has partnered with the Wisconsin Biomass Energy Coalition in efforts to make digesters and biomass energy investments more appealing in Wisconsin. WBEC is waiving the $500 annual membership for DBA producer members. 

Dairy farmers often do not consider biomass energy investments because of the regulatory and business hurdles they can face, explains John Holevoet, director of government affairs at the Dairy Business Association. DBA has partnered with the Wisconsin Biomass Energy Coalition in efforts to make digesters and biomass energy investments more appealing in Wisconsin. WBEC is waiving the $500 annual membership for DBA producer members.&nbsp;

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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Wisconsin agriculture is watching policy development in Washington, D.C. with a Farm Bill on the horizon. Senator Tammy Baldwin says she’d focused on efforts to address pressing agricultural challenges and prioritize farmer well-being.

Amidst the current agricultural landscape, one pressing issue commanding attention is the threat of avian flu, posing risks to dairy herds nationwide. While Wisconsin has yet to report any cases, Baldwin says she's remaining vigilant, collaborating closely with federal agencies to safeguard farmers' interests and protect their livelihoods.

Looking ahead to the upcoming Farm Bill, Baldwin is focused on advocating for  initiatives that directly support Wisconsin dairy farmers. Central to these efforts is the reauthorization and expansion of the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative, aimed at providing essential resources to small and medium-sized family dairy farms.

"As we navigate the evolving landscape of American agriculture, it is imperative that we stand united in support of our farmers and their invaluable contributions to our nation's economy and well-being."

She added that, "The Farm Bill is not just about farms; it's about farmers. It's about rural communities. It's about making sure that we have a safe, reliable, and affordable food supply for all Americans."

Wisconsin agriculture is watching policy development in Washington, D.C. with a Farm Bill on the horizon. Senator Tammy Baldwin says she’d focused on efforts to address pressing agricultural challenges and prioritize farmer well-being.
Amidst the current agricultural landscape, one pressing issue commanding attention is the threat of avian flu, posing risks to dairy herds nationwide. While Wisconsin has yet to report any cases, Baldwin says she's remaining vigilant, collaborating closely with federal agencies to safeguard farmers' interests and protect their livelihoods.
Looking ahead to the upcoming Farm Bill, Baldwin is focused on advocating for  initiatives that directly support Wisconsin dairy farmers. Central to these efforts is the reauthorization and expansion of the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative, aimed at providing essential resources to small and medium-sized family dairy farms.
"As we navigate the evolving landscape of American agriculture, it is imperative that we stand united in support of our farmers and their invaluable contributions to our nation's economy and well-being."
She added that, "The Farm Bill is not just about farms; it's about farmers. It's about rural communities. It's about making sure that we have a safe, reliable, and affordable food supply for all Americans."

Senator Baldwin Comments On Work For Upcoming Farm Bill

We continue our focus on college graduates on our ag campuses across the state.  Stephanie Hoff checks in on UW-River Falls and the job outlook for graduates there with CAFES Dean Dr. Mike Orth, as well as students in the job market.Wisconsin ginseng growers may be some of the biggest growers in the world, but they battle more than Mother Nature. 

Kirk Baumann from Baumann Ginseng in Wausau explains what he saw on a recent trip to China, Vietnam and India.  All working on opening global markets and defending Wisconsin's quality product.

Odds just got better that the federal government may restore management of the gray wolf back to states.  Cong. Tom Tiffany tells Charitee Seebecker about the "Trust the Science" bill recently passed in Congress.


The Wisconsin Farm Bureau is reminding everyone that May is Mental Health Awareness month.  They're looking for "Heroes of Hope", of people that have helped support farms or agribusinesses in a big or small way.

Weather doesn't just impact farmers spring plans, it also can upend agribusinesses and their service to farmers.  Pam Jahnke talks to Dean Ebert from Helena Agri in West Bend about the challenges.  Paid for by Helena Agri.

We continue our focus on college graduates on our ag campuses across the state.  Stephanie Hoff checks in on UW-River Falls and the job outlook for graduates there with CAFES Dean Dr. Mike Orth, as well as students in the job market.Wisconsin ginseng growers may be some of the biggest growers in the world, but they battle more than Mother Nature.  Kirk Baumann from Baumann Ginseng in Wausau explains what he saw on a recent trip to China, Vietnam and India.  All working on opening global markets and defending Wisconsin's quality product.
Odds just got better that the federal government may restore management of the gray wolf back to states.  Cong. Tom Tiffany tells Charitee Seebecker about the "Trust the Science" bill recently passed in Congress.
 The Wisconsin Farm Bureau is reminding everyone that May is Mental Health Awareness month.  They're looking for "Heroes of Hope", of people that have helped support farms or agribusinesses in a big or small way. Weather doesn't just impact farmers spring plans, it also can upend agribusinesses and their service to farmers.  Pam Jahnke talks to Dean Ebert from Helena Agri in West Bend about the challenges.  Paid for by Helena Agri.

Ag Grads Are A Hot Commodity - And Wolf Could Be De-Listed

Brad Rippey is the U.S. Analyst and Drought Monitor Author for the National Agricultural Statistics Service. He says the weather pattern is in a transition period right now moving from El Nino to La Nina. This could mean we could lose moisture over the next month. It also has negative implications for South America's next crop cycle.

Brad Rippey is the U.S. Analyst and Drought Monitor Author for the National Agricultural Statistics Service. He says the weather pattern is in a transition period right now moving from El Nino to La Nina. This could mean we could lose moisture over the next month. It also has negative implications for South America's next crop cycle.

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