Although early forecasts anticipated a downturn, U.S. beef exports in 2024 held strong. Challenges such as record-high cattle and beef prices, a strong U.S. dollar, and lower projected production were ...

"America’s farmers and ranchers will be better off with a clear and simple WOTUS definition that stands the test of time. USDA supports EPA’s revisions of WOTUS that provide certainty and recognize ...

Wisconsin's winter wheat faces potential winterkill due to prolonged cold and minimal snow cover. Assessing stands in early spring is crucial for farmers to determine crop viability. Without snow's ...

The budget proposes doubling funding for the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), a program initially backed by Evers in his 2021-23 budget. This continued investment is crucial, ...

During National Groundwater Awareness Week, Clean Wisconsin and its partners are advocating for $2.5 million in extra state funding for drinking water well testing, prioritizing low-income and ...

One major downside of late-calving cows is the reduced weaning weight of their offspring. Calves born later in the season are naturally younger at weaning, which results in lower weights.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has awarded grants to nine projects under the 2025 Commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP). These grants ...

Developing a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) for the upcoming year helps determine the best times and locations for manure application. A well-structured NMP can reduce fertilizer costs, boost ...

The push for sustainable farming practices is becoming more critical as environmental concerns grow. In Maryland, a family-run dairy farm represents the broader struggle many farmers face when ...

Egg prices in 2025 have soared to record highs, leaving consumers and businesses struggling with increased costs. The primary reasons for this surge are the ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian ...

A recent study reveals that the 2020 U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) helped increase U.S. dairy exports to Canada, despite continued trade restrictions. The research highlights how tariff rate ...