Over the years, Wes Raddatz has served the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation in countless roles, in countless ways. And yet, Wes will proudly say, “I’ve gotten so much more from […]
Leaders of the Land®: Rochelle Schnadt
Evan and Rochelle Schnadt farm near Lodi, WI. They raise, harvest and process specialty grains for their processing business called Heartland Craft Grains. Their products are enjoyed at family tables, […]
Your Support Results in WFBF Program Achievements
In 2023, the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation proudly continued its support of many important agricultural education and leadership programs across the state. As a nonprofit, the Foundation relies on the […]
Contribute to Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation through Your IRA
Need to take a required minimum distribution from your IRA in 2023? A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to a charity like Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation could help satisfy your distribution […]
Leaders of the Land®: Ed Rippley
Name: Ed Rippley Farm: Rippley Family Farms Location: Waumandee, WI Farm Bureau: Buffalo Generation: 2nd Ed Rippley raises chickens on his family farm in the heart of the driftless region […]
Leaders of the Land™: Leslie Svacina
Name: Leslie Svacina Farm: Cylon Rolling Acres Location: Deer Park, WI Farm Bureau: St. Croix County Generation: 1st Leslie Svacina raises meat goats and sheep in Western Wisconsin. On […]
Federal Issue Update: Agriculture Labor Reform
American agricultural employers have long utilized foreign workers on a temporary basis, regarding them as an important labor resource. At the same time, the relatively low wages and acceptance of […]
Loving the Land: Five Farmer Valentines
Did you pick out the perfect Valentine’s Day card for your sweetheart yet? The sometimes-cheesy selections in the card aisle probably say things like “I am devoted to you” or […]
Celebrate National Ag Day with Local Farmers
Did you know that March 22 is National Ag Day? That’s right, there is an entire day dedicated to celebrating farmers, agriculturists and others in the food and transportation industry […]
Sustainability in Ag Careers: Advisory Specialist
Agriculture-related careers represent 11% of Wisconsin’s workforce – that’s nearly 1 in 9 Wisconsin jobs involved in agriculture. Sustainability matters from the farmer’s gate to the consumer’s plate. Each step […]
Sustainability in Ag Careers: Agriculture Educator
Agriculture-related careers represent 11% of Wisconsin’s workforce – that’s nearly 1 in 9 Wisconsin jobs involved in agriculture. Sustainability matters from the farmer’s gate to the consumer’s plate. Each step […]
Sustainability and New Year’s Resolutions
How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? We are officially one week into the new year, are you committed to the goals you’ve set for yourself this year? […]