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Governor Evers’ proposed budget invests in agriculture datcp.wi.gov: Grace Atherton, Communications Director, Grace.Atherton@wisconsin.gov, (608) 224-5020 A commentary by Randy Romanski, DATCP Secretary-designee MADISON – As farmers fight frigid cold and food processors continue to face the day-to-day challenges of COVID-19, we all had something to celebrate when Governor Tony Evers announced his plans to invest more than $43 million in Wisconsin agriculture in his 2021-2023 biennial budget. This budget proposal demonstrates Governor Evers’ roots in rural Wisconsin and food processing and his deep commitment to the state’s agriculture industry. These investments build on the strengths of Wisconsin agriculture, and they will enable the industry to continue fueling the state’s economy for years to come. In Wisconsin, we are proud of our quality agricultural products. This budget proposal will allow our farmers, processors, and agribusinesses to expand their markets locally and internationally through new programming and grant funding. To ensure these food products reach those who need them most, the budget proposal includes a significant financial commitment to help Wisconsin food banks and pantries bridge the gap between producers and families.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of our state’s food supply chain, including our cheesemakers and our meat processors. As part of the 2021-23 budget, Governor Evers has proposed additional grant funding for our processors to encourage innovation and expand capacity. To ensure the industry’s longterm prosperity, the Governor also included funding for workforce development in these critical areas. I am pleased this budget proposal also includes continued investment in conservation efforts. This includes additional staffing at the county level through their conservation departments and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension. The budget also provides grant funding for farmer-led watershed protection efforts that will encourage collaboration and support water stewardship. Farmers are the foundation of Wisconsin’s agriculture industry, and this budget proposal invests directly in resources for their mental health and well-being. The Governor proposed ongoing funding for farmer mental health initiatives, including regional programs to increase farmers’ ability to access this support. This budget proposal is an extraordinary opportunity for Wisconsin agriculture. Our team at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) stands ready to work with policymakers, farmers, processors, agribusinesses, and organizations alike to implement these initiatives. I look forward to connecting the dots to expand market opportunities, bolster processing, promote innovation, and support farmers. To read the Governor’s agricultural budget announcement and learn more about his 2021-2023 biennial budget proposal, visit evers.wi.gov
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Counseling Voucher Program: This program provides farmers and/or their family members with vouchers by request that allow them to obtain free, confidential, in-person counseling services with participating mental health providers in their area.
The Wisconsin Farm Center provides information and support to farmers and their families in order to help grow Wisconsin’s agricultural economy. The Center partners with industry groups, government and educational entities, and other stakeholders in the agriculture sector.
Core Programs and Services Financial Planning: With decades of financial planning experience in the agriculture sector, Wisconsin Farm Center staff provide farmers with financial and business consultation including cash flow analysis, farm viability, debt analysis, business plan development and farm succession planning. Mediation and Arbitration: The mediation and arbitration program allows for a neutral individual to help facilitate understanding between conflicting parties in a farm-related dispute. Mediation services are available to help in a wide array of areas including credit issues, environmental concerns, and farm family conflicts. Veteran Farmer Assistance and Outreach Program: Through this program, Wisconsin military veterans interested in learning about how to become involved in farming and agriculture can access resources, market development, branding and technical expertise. Program members can also utilize a special logo for their agricultural products.
Learn more about the Farmer Wellness Program here, including how to become a voucher provider.
Online Farmer and Farm Couple Support Groups Support groups focused on bringing farmers and farm couples together in a safe space to share challenges and offer encouragement, comfort, and advice to each other. Open to any farmers or farm family members located in Wisconsin. If you would like to be anonymous, please feel free to turn off your camera and use only your first name during sessions.
Herd-based Diagnostic Program: This program provides veterinary diagnostic support to help address herd-health and production concerns. The program, available to Wisconsin dairy herds of all sizes and management types, addresses production, milk quality, cow loss, and other concerns.
Sessions will be led and moderated by peer leaders that are farmers who have experienced stress and anxiety while operating their own farm. A licensed mental health provider with extensive experience in serving farmers will also be on-hand at each session to offer additional support as needed.
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Given the challenging nature of farming, the Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Program provides three different options to help farmers cope with the stresses of farming. 24/7 Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Hotline (1-888-901-2558): This hotline is available any time, any day to provide support farmers that are struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression, or anxiety or just needing a welcoming ear to talk to. Farmer Wellness Tele-Counseling Sessions: Farmers and/or their family members can obtain free, confidential and unlimited counseling sessions by a licensed mental health professional for ongoing support by request. These session are completed over the phone or online via a web conferencing platform.
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Wisconsin conservation congress seeking students for youth conservation congress Wisconsin students interested in the outdoors are invited to join the Youth Conservation Congress. This statewide youth program is designed to grow and develop future conservation leaders across the state. The Youth Conservation Congress (YCC) is a student extension of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. The purpose of YCC is to give young people a voice and instill a sense of ownership, civic pride and advocacy for Wisconsin’s natural resources. The YCC strives to effectively engage, educate, and involve youth in the management and protection of our natural resources and foster a conservation ethic through participation in the program. The YCC program offers opportunities for students from all backgrounds, including seasoned outdoor enthusiasts and novices alike. Although the program is best suited for high school students, younger individuals are welcome to apply. “I am especially excited about this program because it allows youth an incredible opportunity to work directly with a variety of natural resource managers and experienced outdoor mentors,” said YCC Coordinator Kyle Zenz, who is working to connect more
students across the state with the YCC. “Our mission is to provide students with access and the opportunity to follow their outdoor passions whether they are hunting and fishing related or natural resource career driven.” YCC student delegates are exposed to various aspects of natural resource management and have access to professionals in those fields. Students also receive real-world experience through a variety of service-learning opportunities. By joining, members gain an understanding of the process for how Wisconsin’s natural resource policy is determined, including the role and history of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress – the state’s statutorily recognized citizen advisory body. “I enjoy learning about conservation across the state, as well as volunteering directly with the DNR,” said YCC delegate Samantha Hammiller (pictured at left), of Racine, who has eagerly engaged in all that the YCC has to offer. “One of my most memorable outdoor experiences would have to be pheasant stocking with local DNR staff. I loved learning from this hands-on opportunity, especially knowing that I am contributing to wildlife management.” Samantha will be attending the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point (UWSP) next fall and has already connected with UWSP staff as well as natural resource leaders in the state due to her involvement with the YCC.
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“The YCC really allows you to explore options for your future and network across the entire state with adult and youth delegates and DNR personnel along with other agencies and conservation groups,” she said. The YCC program mirrors the Conservation Congress’s focus on county level initiatives. County Congress members serve as mentors and as a point of local contact for the YCC delegates. Youth who are interested in the program should contact Kyle Zenz with questions about the YCC and how to apply for the program Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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May is National Dairy Month support Wisconsin dairy farmers www.wisconsincheese.com MADISON, Wis. – May is National Dairy Month, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin are encouraging consumers to stand united with the state’s dairy farmers and find simple ways to show support for an industry that contributes so much to Wisconsin’s culture and identity. “Wisconsin’s dairy farms, 95% of which are family owned, are facing difficult circumstances right now,” said Suzanne Fanning, Senior Vice President of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and Chief Marketing Officer. “The single most effective way we can support our farmers is to buy and enjoy the nutrient-rich dairy products they produce.” With Americans spending more time preparing and eating meals at home rather than at restaurants or in school cafeterias, farmers have adapted their businesses quickly to meet changing demands and fulfill consumers’ essential nutrition needs. Dairy is one of the most
affordable ways of getting 3 of the 4 critical nutrients most often lacking in Americans’ diets: calcium, vitamin D and potassium. “Many Wisconsin families have been dairy farming for generations,” Fanning said. “These are passionate people who have worked hard to take care of their land and animals. As a state, we must stand together in support of our farmers and all they do for our communities.” Celebrated since the 1930’s, National Dairy Month began as a program to promote drinking milk but has evolved into an annual celebration recognizing the contributions of dairy producers, farm families and others involved in the industry. Wisconsin’s dairy farmers are committed to delivering fresh, wholesome nutrition to dairy lovers all over the world using sustainable farming practices. In 2017, they reached a milestone achievement by reducing the environmental impact of producing a gallon of milk by involving 31% less water, 21% less land, a 20% smaller carbon footprint and 21% less manure than in 2007. Visit WisconsinDairy.org/NDMpresskit to find resources to help you craft stories about Wisconsin farmers this June. View messages of dairy industry support from local and national celebrities such as Mason Crosby, Luke Bryan and Charlie Berens at Facebook.com/ AmericasDairyland.
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Hemp stakeholder survey helps identify crop research priorities Wisconsin College of Agriculture and Life Science, calswisc.edu After a decades-long hiatus due to the crop’s legal status, growers are now producing industrial hemp across the United States. Despite significant developments in the U.S. hemp industry over the past few years, there remain substantial gaps in the knowledge needed to fully support this fledgling industry. To help identify some of these gaps, a nationwide survey of hemp stakeholders was conducted to determine priority areas for future research projects on hemp.
Survey questions were developed by the planning committee for the inaugural National Hemp Research and Education Conference, which was funded through the same SACC grant, along with additional input from industry stakeholders. Survey responses, which focused on the 2019 growing season, were solicited during Dec. 2019 and Jan. 2020 and then analyzed by Shelby Ellison, assistant professor in the UW–Madison Department of Horticulture. The results were recently published in the journal GCB-Bioenergy at https://onlinelibrary.wiley. com/doi/10.1111/gcbb.12794.
The survey, funded through the USDA NIFA Supplemental and Alternative Crops Competitive (SACC) grants program, was completed by over 1,100 hemp growers and other stakeholders across 23 states involved in developing a sustainable hemp industry. The overall goal was to identify hemp research and education priorities for the next several years.
Stakeholders want breeding and genetics research to produce stable and uniform cultivars and regional adaptability, and to improve flower quality and seed characteristics.
While almost every research category was deemed important amongst the majority of stakeholders, several areas stood out as key priorities: The highest priority research need is in economics and marketing of hemp. Stakeholders also found regulatory and policy issues a major concern with need for directed research.
Survey respondents also report a need for research to better understand agronomic practices and production systems of hemp, such as disease management and postharvest considerations. They also would like to see research projects related to human nutritional quality and health properties of hemp. There is a substantial need for better and more accessible education and outreach across many groups including producers, processors, regulators, consumers, and law makers.
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The most basic definition of a grange is an outlying farm or land with a manor building on the property. When first developed in 12th century Britain, granges were properties that may have been owned by a lord, who chose to live on the property or leased it to others. Other granges were held by the church, mainly by monasteries.
Out of this idea the National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry (also called The Grange) was established as a nonprofit organization in 1867. The goal was helping rural American families with a strong emphasis on issues related to agriculture. The first grange (Grange #1) was founded in 1868 in Fredonia, New York. Other granges soon sprung up across the country. The organization operates on four tiers: community, county or district, state, and national level. It is the oldest American agricultural advocacy group with a national scope. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., it has membership in the hundreds of thousands. According to The Grange, their mission is to “strengthen individuals, families and communities through grassroots action, service, education, advocacy, and agriculture awareness.”
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In addition to agricultural advocacy, The Grange has been involved with a number of legislative and practical initiatives. For example, it currently is aiming to find ways to reduce the cost of Medicare as well as helping to reform the U.S. Postal Service. It also is advocating for open auctions of spectrum frequencies used for wireless technology to provide greater access to high-speed wireless technology to rural areas. Various Grange halls and centers are located across the country, and these facilities host events and provide gathering spots for families. Tracing their origins to 12th century Britain, granges remain a central component of agricultural life in the 21st century. Metro Creative Services Page 15 2021 Spring Farm is published by the Grant, Iowa, Lafayette Shopping News March 23
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The grange definition and system was modified when the concept was brought to North America. After the Civil War in the United States, Oliver Kelley, the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture, realized while touring the region that poor farmers in the South bore the brunt of the war’s devastation. Kelley noted outdated farming practices that were disorganized and largely ineffectual. He considered an organization that could bring farmers together across the country with a spirit of mutual agricultural cooperation.
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The benefits of organic agriculture Modern consumers have more choices than ever before. Whether they’re buying appliances, books, clothing, or any of the myriad necessities of daily life, consumers have a wealth of products to choose from. An abundance of options also is available at the grocery store. That’s especially true in the produce aisle, where many stores have expanded their fresh fruit and vegetable offerings. That expansion reflects a growing preference among consumers for fresh products, including fresh produce. A 2018 report from the market research firm IRI and the Food Marketing Institute found that sales of fresh foods comprised just under 31 percent of food industry sales in 2017. Customers who prefer fresh fruits and vegetables to frozen alternatives may wonder if they should be even more selective when purchasing their favorite foods in the produce aisle. That decision may come down to whether or not to purchase organic produce. Organic produce can be significantly more expensive than nonorganic fruits and vegetables, so it’s understandable if budgetconscious consumers cannot afford to go entirely organic. However, it’s important that consumers recognize the many ways that organic agriculture is having a positive impact on the health of humans and the planet they call home.
■ Organic produce reduces exposure to pesticides and antibiotics. UC Davis Health notes that organic produce has been proven to reduce consumers’ exposure to pesticides and antibiotics. That’s a significant benefit, as pesticide exposure has been shown to lead to neurodevelopmental issues and has been linked to higher
■ Organic agriculture reduces environmental degradation. The Organic Trade Association notes that synthetic pesticides and fertilizers used on some conventional farms can deplete the soil of valuable nutrients and increase environmental degradation. Organic farmers do not use such pesticides or fertilizers, instead utilizing such practices as composting, cover cropping and crop rotation, each of which can have positive, long-term effects on soil quality.
■ Organic agriculture benefits local wildlife. A 2015 study from researchers in Argentina that was published in the journal Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment found that small mammals were more abundant around organic farms than conventional farms. That’s not just good for those mammals, but also the farmers, as small mammals can feed on insects that would otherwise adversely affect crops.
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Research projects advance sustainable agriculture and food in Wisconsin Three UW–Madison graduate students are getting a unique opportunity to carry out interdisciplinary, hands-on research that will advance sustainable agriculture and food in Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. A generous commitment from the UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is supporting three research projects in cooperation with the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems (CIAS). The two-year projects further CIAS’s mission of developing diverse and sustainable agricultural and food systems utilizing multidisciplinary approaches while sparking synergies between CALS departments, CIAS, and CIAS’s many off-campus partners. Abby Augarten measuring nitrogen use efficiency on Wisconsin corn fields to evaluate risk to water quality. Photo courtesy of Discovery Farms. Abby Augarten, graduate student in the agroecology program, will be investigating management practices that graziers can implement to improve soil health, productivity and ecosystem services. She will be working on this project with Matt Ruark (PI), soil science department; Jacob Grace, CIAS; Randy Jackson, agronomy department; and Michel Wattiaux, animal and dairy sciences department and CIAS. “Studying the soil health of Wisconsin’s pastures with the team is an exciting opportunity,” says Augarten. “This research will better our understanding of how pasture management impacts soil health, productivity, and ecosystem services and will be invaluable to
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improving the sustainability of our agricultural systems.” Pablo Sandro, graduate student in the agronomy department, is involved in a study exploring how to incorporate high-value, foodgrade cereal grains (spring wheat, winter wheat and Kernza) into organic rotations. Sandro is working with faculty members Valentin Picasso (PI), agronomy department, Julie Dawson, horticulture department; and Lucia Gutierrez, agronomy department. “This is an amazing opportunity to work in integrative plant breeding with three very different cereals, developing a quality product for consumers while being sustainable for farmers,” says Sandro. “It is challenging to work with the input from participants of the supply chain, but it is possible and it will develop more sustainable production systems.” Kate Wells, graduate student in the animal and dairy sciences department, will work with a team of researchers to analyze grass species, fertilizer rates and economics of pastures set aside (stockpiled) as feed for late fall into winter. Wells will be working with Matt Akins (PI), animal and dairy sciences department; Jason Cavadini, Marshfield Agricultural Research Station; Tom Kriegl, emeritus, Center for Dairy Profitability; Valentin Picasso, agronomy department; Erin Silva, plant pathology department; and Michel Wattiaux, animal and dairy sciences department and CIAS. A group of CALS faculty, CIAS Citizens Advisory Council members, and CIAS staff selected the research projects from a diverse array of applications. The top scoring projects rated highly in terms of scientific merit, project benefits, and the ability to create synergies and future collaborations between academic departments and CIAS. “It is critical to provide graduate students with interdisciplinary research opportunities,” says CIAS Interim Director Michel Wattiaux, a professor in the animal and dairy sciences department. “These projects provide win-win situations because they advance student training of ‘real-world’ problems, expand our sustainable agriculture knowledge base, and exemplify the Wisconsin Idea in action.” For more information contact Michel Wattiaux at wattiaux@wisc.edu. Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems
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Tips for safer farming ■ Know
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■ Conduct routine safety checks. Look around buildings and grounds
for obvious hazards, such as fire hazards and hazardous materials, including farm chemicals that are not stored correctly.
■ Practice cleanliness. Maintain clean and neat work areas with tools stored properly and out of the way after use.
■ Be
mindful of your clothing and hair. Many accidents involve a power take-off system, or PTO, which is a common component of large rotary mowers, tractors and forage choppers. Clothing can
easily get caught in an engaged but unguarded PTO stub. It’s easy for laces or coveralls to become wrapped around a spinning stub shaft. The PTO driveline and other protrusion points also can be dangerous if people do not pay attention.
■ Use rollover protection structures. ROPS can be used on tractors and other equipment to prevent injuries. In addition, wear seat belts and employ other safety equipment as advised.
■ Avoid extra passengers. It can be tempting to take the kids for a spin, but do not allow additional passengers to ride on agricultural equipment.
■ Exercise caution when handling chemicals. Take extra precautions when handling any chemicals, including pesticides.
■ Wear
protective gear. Wear appropriate gear and equipment as outlined by NIOSH or the Mine Safety and Health Administration. Make sure the skin, feet, ears, eyes, and hands are protected at all times.
■ Employ lock out/tag out control. This is a process where one can work
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