Understanding Wisconsin history through objects
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by mackenzie.krumme@wpr.org
2M ago
The public history project Wisconsin 101 is a platform that tells the history of the state through hundreds of objects. For free, people can read about an 1800s ballot box or the 1970s bra flag. We hear from one of the co-founders on the unique perspective of history through objects ..read more
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Two county conservationists detail farmland preservation efforts in Wisconsin, UW-River Falls welcomes Farm and Industry Short Course
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Courtney Everett
2M ago
Green Lake County joins the state’s “agricultural enterprise area” program as Monroe County expands its existing agricultural acreage. We discuss the future of farmland preservation. Then, we visit UW-River Falls to explore a short course focusing on the dairy farming industry.    ..read more
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UW-River Falls professor discusses dairy farm focused short course
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Courtney Everett
2M ago
This fall, UW-River Falls took over UW-Madison’s Farm and Industry Short Course. We learn why the agricultural program shifted to another university as well as what the program means for the future of dairy farming.   ..read more
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Green Lake County, Monroe County conservationists discuss state's farmland preservation program
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Courtney Everett
2M ago
According to the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, more than 1.6 million acres in Wisconsin have an “agricultural enterprise area” designation. Green Lake and Monroe County conservationists talk about their involvement in the state’s farmland preservation program ..read more
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State Capitol Report: Learning about WisconsinEye, State Senate minority leader discusses priorities
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Trevor Hook
2M ago
We speak with the head of WisconsinEye about the future of the independent State Capitol broadcast organization. Later, the new minority leader in the state Senate shares her priorities for 2024 ..read more
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Large pig breeding farm proposal riles Wisconsin town
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Joel Patenaude
2M ago
A proposal to site Wisconsin’s largest swine farm near the town of Trade Lake in Burnett County divided the community, sparked lawsuits and challenged state regulators. Despite being nixed twice, the project is still under review, a Wisconsin Watch reporter explains ..read more
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WisconsinEye leader details network coverage and future
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Courtney Everett
2M ago
The WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network says it's the nation’s first and only independent State Capitol broadcast organization. The network's president and CEO shares an update on the organization's future, including grant funding, 2024 election coverage and more ..read more
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Proposed swine farm divides Wisconsin town, More academic and scientific papers face retraction
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Joel Patenaude
2M ago
We discuss a controversial proposal for a swine farm near a town in northwest Wisconsin that remains undeveloped and under review by state regulators. Then, two watchdogs of academic research say too few papers are being retracted, and the retraction process typically takes too long ..read more
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Large pig feedlot proposal riles Wisconsin town
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Joel Patenaude
2M ago
A proposal to site Wisconsin’s largest swine farm near the town of Trade Lake in Burnett County divided the community, sparked lawsuits and challenged state regulators. Despite being nixed twice, the project is still under review, a Wisconsin Watch reporter explains ..read more
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What the new plant hardiness zones mean for Wisconsin gardeners
Wisconsin Public Radio » Agriculture
by Bridgit Bowden
3M ago
Experts say Wisconsin gardeners shouldn't rush to make major changes to their plant selections, as the maps are based on average temperatures rather than extreme weather events.   ..read more
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