News across Greater Madison
Export Expansion Support Available Through Grants
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants. Applications will be accepted through November 4, 2026. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports…
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Offers Three Internship Opportunities for 2027
If you are a student or young professional, or you know one, the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF) is offering three internship opportunities in 2027. It’s a hands-on chance to work in agriculture, communications, events, and consumer outreach. Communications Intern The…
Wisconsin Scores Well In 2026 Forage Analysis Super Bowl
Six Wisconsinites are taking home honors from the World Forage Analysis Superbowl following this year’s event held at World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. The long-running contest is considered one of the premier forage quality competitions in the industry. It recognizes the…
Farm Favorites: 5 Stories To Know
The Mid-West Farm Report is dedicated to keeping you up to date on all things Wisconsin agriculture. Everyday, we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of farming, from market trends to new technologies and everything in between. Here’s a look at this week’s top 5…
Farm Bureau Calls for Diesel Tax Relief as Harvest Costs Climb
Harvest season is expensive enough without adding higher fuel costs to your bill. Leaders from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) are asking the Trump administration to provide farmers with temporary relief from high diesel prices. The request includes suspending the…
What Does It Take To Run For Local Office?
Registration is now open for Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Campaign School, a series of local government trainings that will focus on running for local offices like county and town board. Campaign School will walk participants through what it takes to run for local office, from…
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August USDA Reports Show Lower Beef Production, Shifting Hog Inventories
U.S. beef production and sheep inventories dropped in August, while hog numbers showed a slight quarterly rebound. The latest USDA reports highlight tightening livestock supplies and a tight labor market impacting local harvest rates. Beef Packers harvested 2.24 million beef…
UPDATE: Uihleins, Hendricks flood Wisconsin GOP with cash thru loophole
State Democrats have dominated fundraising in recent years. But in 2026, its heavy hitters have been vastly outspent by the state’s Republican megadonors.
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UW-River Falls Welcomes USDA As Presenter
U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears will discuss food safety issues during a public presentation at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Brashears will speak from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Kinnickinnic River…
Community Planning Month
Mayor Diaz proclaims the month of October as Community Planning Month recognizing the contributions made by the Planning and Development Department and extend our thanks for their continued commitment to public service.