by Bob Hague | Nov 27, 2023
Proposed legislation would limit foreign ag and forestry land purchasers in Wisconsin. Representative Jon Plumer (R-Lodi) is the measure’s author. “The overall goal of this bill is to keep bad actors from owning Wisconsin farmland and forestry,” Plumer said...
by Raymond Neupert | Nov 5, 2023
As you finish up your lawn care for the winter, a UW Madison botanist says you might consider planting more than just turf next year. Professor Paul Koch says a flowering lawn is a good way to help your environment. “That will incorporate plants like clovers...
by Bob Hague | Sep 19, 2023
State Ag officials are seeking the public’s help in tracking a new invasive species threat. Adult spotted lanternflies are active and laying egg masses in September and October. While it has not yet been found in Wisconsin, the state Department of Agriculture,...
by Bob Hague | Jul 31, 2023
Three additional counties in Wisconsin have been declared natural disaster areas due to drought. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated Ashland, Bayfield and Douglas counties as primary natural disaster areas due to drought, according to a news release from...
by Bob Hague | Jul 11, 2023
A former Eau Claire small-business owner has launched a second campaign for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. Democrat Rebecca Cooke’s announcement launches the 2024 race for a critical seat that could factor in Democrats’ efforts to regain...
by Bob Hague | May 26, 2023
A farmer who serves in the Wisconsin state Assembly says a road repair bill under consideration is a good start to fixing rural infrastructure. “Here, we find ourselves with some one-time money. I can’t think of a better use for it because the need is so great.”...
by Raymond Neupert | Mar 22, 2023
Please don’t feed the deer this time of year. DNR wildlife expert Amanda Kamps says trying to feed deer high-carbohydrate foods like corn could injure them right now, with the snowpack still on the ground. “Because they have their digestive system...
by Bob Hague | Mar 22, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a UW–Madison based research center another five years of funding to develop sustainable alternative fuels. “The mission of the Center is to make liquid transportation fuels and chemicals. Out of non food, crap material....
by Raymond Neupert | Feb 8, 2023
Over 100 people spoke at an online public listening session on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s wolf management plan on Tuesday night. Lac Courte Oreilles tribal member Melissa Lewis said they are happy to see more areas made off-limits to hunting...
by Raymond Neupert | Feb 6, 2023
Now’s your chance to make your views heard on the future of wolf management in Wisconsin. A public listening session on Tuesday will go over the state’s current plan, and possible future wolf hunts. DNR large carnivore specialist Randy Johnson says getting...
by Raymond Neupert | Jan 25, 2023
The Department of Natural Resources will be taking public comments on the future of the state’s wolf management plan next month. DNR Large Carnivore Specialist Randy Johnson says that while wolves are currently under federal protection, a plan should be in...
by Raymond Neupert | Jan 23, 2023
High egg prices across the county are due to high wholesale prices from producers. Large egg companies have more than doubled the wholesale price of eggs over the last year. Wisconsin Grocers Association president Brandon Scholz says those prices aren’t...
by Bob Hague | Jan 17, 2023
Wisconsin has a member on the House Agriculture Committee. Twelve House Republicans were added to the committee on Monday, including newly elected Wisconsin congressman Derrick Van Orden, who had indicated a strong interest in serving on the committee. The new members...
by WRN Contributor | Jan 11, 2023
A state lawmaker is urging rural residents to challenge inaccurate broadband information on federal coverage maps. Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) says people need to verify the accuracy of Federal Communications Commission maps showing rural broadband...
by Raymond Neupert | Jan 11, 2023
A deal between John Deere and the American Farm Bureau Federation could make it easier for farmers to repair their farm equipment made by the company. As it stands, John Deere equipment will lock itself down if anyone outside of company technicians tries to repair it....
by Bob Hague | Jan 11, 2023
Workers in two of Wisconsin’s signature industries report high levels of happiness and low levels of stress. Agriculture, logging and forestry have the highest levels of self-reported happiness — and lowest levels of self-reported stress — of any major industry...
by Raymond Neupert | Aug 8, 2022
We’re several months out from the gun deer season, but now’s a good time to get out into your favorite hunting spot to prepare it for the falls. Department of Natural Resources deer specialist Jeff Pritzl says that while preparing private land for a hunt...
by Raymond Neupert | Jul 18, 2022
The first harvest of summer veggies is starting to reach your local farmers’ market, and if you’re looking to keep those veggies fresh, the UW Extension has some tips. Food safety specialist Barbara Ingham says everyone seems to end up with zucchinis....
by Bob Hague | Apr 22, 2022
The No Mow May movement continues to take root in Wisconsin communities. Ashland residents are being encouraged not to mow their yards in May to help feed early-arriving bugs and birds. City council members voted this week to suspend enforcement of mowing ordinances...
by Bob Hague | Apr 11, 2022
Two more cases of bird flu have been confirmed in Wisconsin. They’re the third and fourth confirmed outbreaks in the state. On Friday, the state Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza at a non-commercial...
