Cover crops have found favor with a lot of acres in Wisconsin. Now grazing those cover crop acres for livestock is catching on. Charitee Seebecker finds out how the momentum's changing. Ron Schoepp Shoepp Farms in Lodi, has been a leader in sustainable farming practices for decades. With a focus on rotational grazing, no-till farming, and conservation efforts, the farm has worked tirelessly to protect the land and improve farming methods. Farm owner Ron Schoepp shares how his family's long-standing commitment to innovation and stewardship has not only benefited their farm but also inspired fellow farmers across the region.
Chickens require some tender loving care in this Wisconsin weather. Stephanie Hoff gets pointers from UW-Extension Poultry Specialist, Ron Kean, on protecting those birds.
Protection is what it's all about in the marketplace right now for corn and soybean growers. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Markets in West Bend says that finding "value" in the market should be a goal of growers.