The consequences of falling survey responses are profound. Lower participation weakens the data's reliability, which in turn affects price discovery, market forecasts, and the setting of policies.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants. The deadline to apply is September ...

According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Wisconsin farmers had an average of 4.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending July 27, 2025. Insect activity was noted in ...

While converting farmland for solar use means sacrificing crop production, the financial rewards are substantial. Farmers can earn up to 25 times more per acre from solar energy than from traditional ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) and in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), is set to launch the ...

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has welcomed the recent release of the “Roadmap to Produce Safety: A Conceptual Framework”, a report developed by the Reagan-Udall Foundation. The ...

Todd Greiner Farms Packing, LLC. (TGF) is excited to announce the start of its fall shipping season, offering Michigan-grown pumpkins and winter squash starting the week of Labor Day. This marks the ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s APHIS is reshaping its leadership with several new appointments, set to take effect on July 27, 2025. These appointments bring experienced individuals back to ...

The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has launched the Remote Butter Grading Program to improve market access for butter producers. This new system allows official USDA quality grades to be assigned ...

As Congress begins its August recess, the American Farm Bureau is urging farmers and ranchers to meet with lawmakers and raise vital agricultural concerns. The House recess starts July 25, followed by ...