The Dairy Farmer’s New Superpower: Early Detection for Calves

Imagine being able to predict when a calf isn't feeling its best – before it even shows signs of being sick. Thanks to cutting-edge technology, dairy farmers can now keep a watchful eye on their young stock around the clock, with smart tags that track each calf’s daily habits. Brant Kreuscher, Dair…

To Rake Or Not To Rake? Spring Lawn Beautification Starts Now

While it’s technically fall in Wisconsin, people are still out with their lawnmowers, sprayers, and hoses as if it’s already time to get ready for spring. It just so happens that these last months before winter are key to a successful lawn for next year. Professor and Turfgrass Extension Specialist…

HPAI Continues Infecting Herds - This Program Can Keep You Ahead Of It

Of the top four dairy producing states, Wisconsin is the only one to not have a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza case in dairy cattle. But America’s Dairyland producers can still be a part of the Dairy Herd Status Program. It’s a voluntary, incentive-based program that will monitor your herd so th…

What Farmers Need to Know: Economic Insights for Fall and Winter

Whether you're on the farm or at your desk, knowing about the economy is crucial for making smart choices in farming. And With changing global markets, shifting weather patterns, and new policies, keeping up with economic trends can greatly affect your farming business. Dan Basse, an agricultural e…

Joe Hovel -2024 WI Leopold Conservation Award Finalist

Conservationist Joe Hovel has spent decades dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of forested lands across the Upper Midwest. His work has not only safeguarded thousands of acres for future generations but also inspired a broader movement toward sustainable land manage…

Agriculture & Beer Go Hand-In-Hand Next Week

There’s a chance for you to explore the world of agriculture while enjoying a beer or two. The Wisconsin Science Festival is going on Oct. 14-20. This is a statewide celebration of activities for all ages from hands-on science exhibitions to pub nights. This year, the theme of the festival is agric…

It Started As A Hobby. Now, It's A Popular Attraction!

Clara Hedrich of LaClare Family Creamery is our next guest in this specialty crop series with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Clara knows a thing or two about turning an idea into a thriving business model. Her experience starting a farm business, a goat milk cooperative, and an agr…

Food Finance Institute Great Resource For New Farms

It is hard to start a new farm in today's world, with inflation and less land being available. There are resources available to help like the Food Finance Institute. Tera Johnson the founder of the Food Finance Institute explains why she started the resource with the University as well as how they …

Can Your Winter Cover Handle A Fall Drought?

The U.S. Drought Monitor puts most of Wisconsin in an abnormally dry or severe drought. That's likely to get worse as there's no rain in the forecast. Dan Marzu is the north-central region nutrient and pest management outreach specialist with the Division of Extension. He says winter crops will str…

Celebrate 4-H And Pork - Plus Big Losses In CA Dairy With HPAI

It's National 4-H Week!  Pam Jahnke finds out how membership and activities are trending in the state from Jessica Jens, WI State 4-H Program Manager.Hurricane Milton made landfall last night in Florida.  We get an update on the path of destruction from Stu Muck, ag meteorologist. October is Pork …