Author Archives: Carlyn Darrow
Going back to the basics – Healthy Soil
What is the easiest and most effective way for farmers to increase crop productivity, profitability and improve the environment? Answer: Have a healthy and full functioning soil health management system in place. Did you know that soil is made up of air, water, … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, Soil health, Wisconsin agriculture
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Don’t miss the 2013 World Dairy Expo
The 2014 World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wis. is well underway. If you are a dairy enthusiast this is an event that you will not want to miss. The expo runs from October 1-5. Come watch a showcase of elite … Continue reading
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Update: Drought relief initiative
Wisconsin farmers found assistance in the drought relief initiative after a season of winter-kill and excessive rain. 32 counties qualified for permits to harvest hay on 60 wildlife areas, parks, state recreation areas, southern forests and state natural areas. In … Continue reading
Resources for dairy farmers
Dairy farmers who are looking for tools to implement good management practices on their farms may want to take a look at the resources the DNR and partnering agencies have to offer. Nutrient management planning programs and the runoff risk advisory … Continue reading
Farm Tech Days 2013-the follow-up
The weather was perfect and the crowd was steady at the 2013 Farm Technology Days that were held at Breezy Hill Dairy in Dallas, Wis. July 9-11. Wildlife Management, Law Enforcement, Fisheries Management, Watershed Management, Waste and Materials Management, Drinking and … Continue reading
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Tagged Farm Tech Days, Wisconsin agriculture
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Hay and grazing relief on DNR lands for farmers
Due to the extreme crop loss from winter-kill and excessive rain and snow this past winter and spring in Wisconsin, 32 counties will have the opportunity to receive grazing and hay supply relief. Local farmers in affected counties will be allowed to … Continue reading
2013 Farm Technology Days
Barron County is preparing for a wave of agricultural enthusiasts to gather at Breezy Hill Dairy, host of the 2013 Farm Technology Days. From July 9-11, the public will have an opportunity to view a dairy that incorporates land management … Continue reading
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30 days of dairy
June is nationally designated as dairy month. There are many special events happening around the state for people to enjoy, from breakfast on the farms to farm animal meet and greets. The month gives the public an insider look at … Continue reading
Linking livestock to land and the land to the lunchroom
Are you an educator, farmer, school administrator, school board member, parent, student or part of a school nutrition or wellness team? Don’t miss this opportunity to educate youth about agriculture, new resources and future opportunities for Farm to School programs. … Continue reading
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Tagged Agricultural education, Agriculture, Wisconsin Ag
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Grazing, does it work for you?
If you are a farmer who is looking for a management grazing plan that decreases erosion and runoff, provides a healthy living habitat for plants, reduces livestock feed costs to you and betters the health and performance of your animals, … Continue reading
Posted in Nutrient Management
Tagged Agri, Grazing, Nutrient Management, Wisconsin Ag, Wisconsin farming
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