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Evaluation of Manure Storage Capital Projects in the Yahara River Watershed
Posted on December 9, 2016Better understanding the impact of livestock manure on water quality can inform clear, long-term manure management goals for the Yahara Watershed to reduce phosphorus loading from livestock manure.
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WI School for Beginning Market Growers
Posted on November 7, 2016The Wisconsin School for Beginning Market Growers, a three-day workshop for anyone planning to start a fresh market vegetable farm, will be offered January 6-8.
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National Domestic Fair Trade Conference: Fair Trade and Racial Justice in Our Agricultural Supply Chain
Posted on November 2, 2016In an effort to connect stakeholders throughout the agricultural supply chain, the Domestic Fair Trade Association has hosted an annual meeting every year since the […]
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Growing Midwestern Tree Nut Businesses: Five Case Studies
Posted onThe Midwest is home to some successful nut businesses, and expanding tree nut production in this region can potentially increase the sustainability of agriculture and food systems.
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CIAS Harvest Dinner: The Future of Organic Food and Farming
Posted on October 17, 2016Join CIAS for an evening celebrating Wisconsin’s organic agriculture at the Harvest Dinner on Saturday, November 5.
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Hard Cider in the North Central Region: Industry Survey Findings and Opportunities for Rural Development
Posted on September 19, 2016Hard cider, a beverage rooted in America’s past, has reemerged as a potentially fruitful business opportunity for modern day orchardists and entrepreneurs. As part of […]
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Veggie Compass Helps Growers Make Data-Driven Decisions (CIAS Research Brief #97)
Posted on September 6, 2016Fresh market vegetable growers with multiple crops and markets make numerous, complex production and marketing decisions. The Veggie Compass farm management tool was developed to help farmers make these decisions, based on data gleaned from their farm operations.
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Wisconsin Farm to School Success Story: Youth Get Active with School Lunch
Posted on July 20, 2016As farm to school grows in both popularity and maturity in Wisconsin, schools are looking for ways to develop increasingly comprehensive programs that will thrive for years to come. In order to accomplish this goal, student involvement and community engagement are essential.
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OGRAIN Field Day: Managing Risk in Organic Grain Production
Posted on June 16, 2016Managing risk in organic grain farming happens at every level. While it may seem to begin with the production systems that the farmer puts in […]
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Organic Grain Field Day Series
Posted on June 14, 2016Field days on July 7, July 28, August 11 and September 15 will cover the tools, activities and inputs needed for successful organic grain production.