Agriculture
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The cost of a Wisconsin cookout is cheaper than in other parts of the country
When beef and fresh produce are available close by, freight, fuel, transportation and packaging are more affordable.
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‘Math’ is the secret ingredient that keeps the US organic food system running smoothly
Wisconsin has the second most organic farms in the country. A USDA official explains why the agency increased regulation of organic food producers.
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State officials urge public to protect against bird flu at county fairs, petting zoos
Handwashing and basic hygiene measures help prevent possible virus transmission when interacting with dairy cattle and other farm animals.
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Wisconsin fairs required to check cows for avian flu this summer
Wisconsin dairy cows heading to county fairs and other exhibitions will be required to undergo testing for avian flu this summer.
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Groups claim manure digesters contribute to pollution in Kewaunee County
A new report from environmental groups claims that manure digesters are encouraging farm expansion and making pollution worse in Kewaunee County, but supporters argue they help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide renewable energy.
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Veterinarian: Wisconsin farmers adjusting well to FDA change on livestock prescriptions
Moving from over-the-counter access to prescriptions might have caught some hobby producers or animal owners off guard, Dr. Jon Garber said on WPR’s “Wisconsin Today.”
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Bangor dairy farmer says connection and education are key to the industry’s future
Dairy farmer Justin Peterson of Creamery Creek in Bangor says educating consumers on where dairy and other farm products come from is the key to preserving the industry.
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Wisconsin scientist: Plants respond to biting insects faster than you might think
Although plants may not have brains like humans, they’re still remarkable organisms that have adapted to the world and learned how to survive. UW-Madison scientist Simon Gilroy is helping unlock the secrets of how plants thrive.
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Cicada records help scientists study long-term health impact of pesticide exposure
Researchers found that men born during cicada events lived two months less than expected, pointing to the life-long effect of early pesticide exposure.
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Rainfall leads to improvement in Wisconsin drought conditions
Less than 1 percent of the state is considered to be experiencing drought, according to the latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor.