Cranberries are a big deal in the state of Wisconsin and harvest is now wrapping up. This year brought in a lot of variabilities for all crops grown in the state. Grant Holley is the Executive Director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association, and he says the rollercoaster of weather the state saw late in the season did have a bit of an impact on this year's crop.

Cranberries are a big deal in the state of Wisconsin and harvest is now wrapping up. This year brought in a lot of variabilities for all crops grown in the state. Grant Holley is the Executive Director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association, and he says the rollercoaster of weather the state saw late in the season did have a bit of an impact on this year's crop.

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Wisconsin Number One In Cranberries Even In A Down Year

When disease outbreaks occur, it requires a team effort to make sure it is quickly and safely contained. The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) works alongside DATCP to ensure proper protocols are followed. Julie Sweney is the Executive Director at WLIC. She sat down with me to explain their role in livestock production health and identification.

When disease outbreaks occur, it requires a team effort to make sure it is quickly and safely contained. The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) works alongside DATCP to ensure proper protocols are followed. Julie Sweney is the Executive Director at WLIC. She sat down with me to explain their role in livestock production health and identification.

WLIC & DATCP: Wisconsin's Livestock Health Dream Team

How does a humble soybean in a Midwest field find its way into the engine of a commercial jet? Infrastructure and friendly policy. We’re talking about the massive boom in Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF and the hurdles that still stand in the way. Paul Winters, Director of Public Affairs and Federal Communications for Clean Fuels Alliance America, has the details.

How does a humble soybean in a Midwest field find its way into the engine of a commercial jet? Infrastructure and friendly policy. We&rsquo;re talking about the massive boom in Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF and the hurdles that still stand in the way. Paul Winters, Director of Public Affairs and Federal Communications for Clean Fuels Alliance America, has the details.

Sky-High Growth In Sustainable Aviation Fuel

In an industry as unpredictable as agriculture, having a safety net isn't just a luxury, it’s a necessity. But what happens to that net when the government shuts down, or when a massive hurricane levels a season's work? Today, we’re sitting down with Tom Zacharias, President of National Crop Insurance Services. We talk about the 'shot in the arm' provided by the One Big Beautiful Bill, and why American farmers lean on crop insurance to protect their livelihood. First, he reminds us what National Crop Insurance Services does.

In an industry as unpredictable as agriculture, having a safety net isn't just a luxury, it&rsquo;s a necessity. But what happens to that net when the government shuts down, or when a massive hurricane levels a season's work? Today, we&rsquo;re sitting down with Tom Zacharias, President of National Crop Insurance Services. We talk about the 'shot in the arm' provided by the One Big Beautiful Bill, and why American farmers lean on crop insurance to protect their livelihood. First, he reminds us what National Crop Insurance Services does.

Wisconsin Number One In Cranberries Even In A Down Year

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