Holiday Markets See Mixed Livestock Trends - Mid-West Farm …
6 days ago · Prepared and written by Jeff Swenson, DATCP Livestock and Meat Specialist. The Market Update draws information from several sources, including trade publications, radio broadcasts, agricultural news services, individuals involved in the industry as well as USDA NASS and AMS reports. Negotiated ...
Autonomy Is Shaping The Future Of Farming - Mid-West Farm …
Dec 30, 2024 · The world of agriculture is rapidly advancing with the continuous need to produce more with less. One of the most exciting advancements is the use of autonomy in the fields. Brian Luck, the State Extension Specialist of Biological Machinery Systems has been doing research in this field. “It’s a ...
New Technology Helps Farmers Optimize Manure Use
Dec 16, 2024 · Farmers are finding an innovative way to manage manure more efficiently while reducing environmental impacts, thanks to advancements in irrigation and nutrient application technology. Kurt Grimm, Research and Development specialist with NutraDrip Irrigation Systems, explains how the system separates ...
2024 Edition Of ‘Growing Wisconsin’ Now Available
Dec 18, 2024 · Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski has announced the 2024-25 edition of the Growing Wisconsin magazine is now available. The magazine celebrates the Year of the Worker. “Governor Tony Evers declared 2024 as the Year of the Worker ...
Stephenson Recognized For Service To Wisconsin Ag
Dec 13, 2024 · Dr. Mark Stephenson received the Distinguished Service to Wisconsin Agriculture award for his outstanding contributions to Wisconsin’s agriculture community. “Dr. Stephenson’s commitment to Wisconsin agriculture has left a mark on …
Outdoor Recreation Sees Another Record-Breaking Year
Dec 14, 2024 · Wisconsin saw another record-breaking year for the outdoor recreation industry in 2023. According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, outdoor recreation contributed $11.2 billion to the state’s gross domestic product in 2023. It grew 9.4 percent over the previous record ...
Efficient, Durable, Reliable: A New Era in Milk Pumps
5 days ago · McFinn Technologies, founded by John McGinn and Leroy Finnegan, has introduced a groundbreaking solution to the dairy industry. The duo recognized a significant gap in the market for an improved milk pump that wouldn’t damage the milk fat. This innovation marks a crucial shift in pump technology ...
‘Thank You Farmers’ Reaches $6.5M In Donations
Dec 25, 2024 · Culver’s Thank You Farmers Project is celebrating another impactful year of its mission to support the future of agriculture. If officially passed $6.5 million in total donations since its creation. The restaurant chain raised a record $1.5 million to benefit the program in 2024. Founded in 2013 ...
Twenty Wisconsin Businesses Earn Dairy Grants
Dec 15, 2024 · Nearly four dozen dairy businesses across the Midwest have earned grants through the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance. DBIA is a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association. In this latest round, the program saw funding requests totaling $5.8 ...
Cattle Markets See Gains - Mid-West Farm Report
Dec 6, 2024 · The fed cattle market ended last week higher. Packers needed to up their bids ahead of a full production week even though their margins remain in the red and their losses continue to grow. Higher feeder and yearling cattle costs will keep feedlot operators pricing cattle higher. Auction markets ...