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Telehealth: A way for farmers to access needed mental health …

Wisconsin Farm Center recently introduced a new pilot program that includes a 24/7 hotline for farmers, as well as free, unlimited telecounseling sessions with Beauchamp. … See more

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Study: Manure likely to cause most illness from contaminated wells

WebCow manure predicted to cause most illness from contaminated wells in Kewaunee Co. The No. 1 factor for acute gastrointestinal illness in Kewaunee County’s …

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Farmer Angel Network highlights farmer mental health efforts

WebWisconsin Farm Center at DATCP: 800-942-2474. Sauk County Crisis Line: 608-355-4200 (business hours) or 800-533-5692 (after hours) In the wake of her …

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What we know and don't know about the spread of bird flu in …

WebHeifers, calves, youngstock and dry cows don't seem to be impacted. "The severely affected cows producing 90-100 lbs. of milk per day will come in and look like a …

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Study: living near ag associated with higher glyphosate levels in …

WebGlyphosate showing up in pregnant women living near farm fields. Living near farmland can significantly increase people’s exposure to glyphosate, the active …

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Know body condition scoring basics for your flock of sheep and …

WebBCS is monitored in sheep and goats on a 5-point scale that increases or decreases by half-point increments. “The ideal score falls between a range of 2.5 to 4, …

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Migrant farm workers in Wis. will have more safety protections in …

Web0:37. Migrant farm workers in Wisconsin will have additional heat, health and safety protections this year under revised administrative rules that took effect earlier this …

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Protect workers on your farm safe with a safety and health policy

WebEvery farm business, regardless of size or type needs a safety and health policy. Agriculture remains head and shoulders above other industries in terms of unique …

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Farmers more appreciative of role cover crops play in soil health

WebFoor attributed that growth to a heightened awareness of the part cover crops play in healthy soil. “There’s an appreciation for the role of cover crops as being an …

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WWASH conference to focus on benefits of soil health and water …

WebManaging these systems is at the heart of the new Wisconsin Water and Soil Health (WWASH) Conference, which takes the best of the Wisconsin Cover Crop and …

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Producers grapple with UW Health's shift from local food

WebFor the past four years, UW Health has touted its wide-ranging commitment to local farms and sustainable sourcing. UW's goal to source 20% to 30% of its meat, …

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The who, what, when, where and why of calcium supplementation

WebBolus: “When looking at boluses, check the ingredients carefully,” advised Dr. Foulke. “The best oral calcium sources are acidogenic salts, such as calcium chloride …

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Develop a biosecurity plan before new sheep and goats step onto …

WebA sound biosecurity plan requires all newly purchased or borrowed animals to have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI). Although Wisconsin law does not …

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Study provides good news for copper levels in soil, forage, and …

WebMany types of footbath solutions are meant to control DD, but a copper sulfate solution is one of the most common products. Copper sulfate is relatively …

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Mystery cow disease in two states confirmed as avian influenza

WebAn illness affecting dairy cows in Texas and two other states over the past three weeks has been a mystery up until now. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's …

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Are hot dogs healthier without added nitrites

WebNEW YORK - Backyard cooks looking to grill this summer have another option: hot dogs without "added nitrites." Are they any healthier? Oscar Mayer is touting …

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Regenerative farming practices takes farmer from near ruin to …

WebRegenerative farming practices takes farmer from near ruin to success. JUNEAU – Gabe Brown, a North Dakota farmer who adapted holistic and regenerative …

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WFU recognizes members, rural allies for commitment to family …

WebWFU recognized two Friends of the Family Farmer, Joy Kirkpatrick and Mandela Barnes. First given in 2013, the award recognizes those who have gone above …

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Dairy cattle must be tested for bird flu before moving between …

WebIn a move to curb the spread of bird flu in cattle, the USDA has ordered that lactating dairy cows be tested for the virus before moving to another farm across state …

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Calorie labels continue to have no impact on our food choices

WebIn 2008 New York City became the first to require the posting of calorie counts in restaurants. In 2010, as part of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), the FDA was …

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Wisconsin farmers say cover crops aided soil during weather …

WebAmber Radatz of the UW-Wisconsin Discovery Farms program says cover crops are very helpful for preventing soil loss but work still must be done on manure …

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Ag Briefs: 550 cattle die in NY dairy fire

WebCOPENHAGEN, NY. 550 cattle die in NY dairy fire. 550 head of cattle are dead following a fire that broke out on a dairy farm in Copenhagen, N.Y. Owners Walt …

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