What is the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Wisconsin? The Wisconsin state chapter of the Farmer Veteran Coalition was started in 2020. The chapter currently has over 800 registered members. This […]
AgrAbility: Empowering Farmers to Turn Obstacles into Opportunities
Who They Are AgrAbility of Wisconsin has been helping farmers and their families continue working in agriculture while living with a farm injury or disability since 1991. As a partnership […]
Growing a Business through Innovation
To make it as a farmer or a business owner these days you have to be innovative. So how do you develop a farm business that enhances the customer experience […]
What Does Advocacy Mean to You?
A Message from Lynn Leahy Advocacy is a fundamental pillar for our Farm Bureau and farming community. Less than 2% of our country’s population works directly in agriculture. According to […]
Animal Agriculture Alliance: Working Alongside You
A Message from Grace Simpson The Animal Agriculture Alliance is on a mission to safeguard the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap […]
Embracing the Wild, Wild West of Carbon
It is a natural fit to focus on our environmental impact in the spring. In fact, the entire month of April is dedicated to the awareness of our Earth’s resources […]
Agritourism Allows All Families to Make Memories on Vesperman Farms
Where can you have breakfast with the Easter Bunny, watch a trebuchet launch a pumpkin hundreds of feet in the air, pet barnyard animals, ride down a zipline, get lost […]
Agriculture and Community Blossom at Airy Point Farms
Nestled near one of the highest points in Fond du Lac County, Airy Point Farms cultivates community. Since starting their farm business, Nicole and Derek Sippel have focused on connecting […]
A Guide to Engaging Gen Z
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation recently joined the Center for Food Integrity (CFI) whose mission is to help today’s food system build consumer trust. As CFI members, WFBF has access to […]
The Farmer’s Guide to Sustainability: Popular Buzzwords and How To Use Them
Are you sick of hearing the word ‘sustainability’ yet? It seems like everywhere you go has its own twist on the term – especially when it comes to food. Restaurant […]
Ongoing Supply Chain Issues Aren’t a Farm Supply Issue
It feels like every time I read or watch the news lately, one of the top headlines has something to do with supply chain issues. Vehicles, toys, clothing and numerous […]
Not Understanding Your Tax Liability Can Cost You
A Guest Column from JoAnn Maedke Surprisingly, farm taxes became a talking point during this fall’s election. If you don’t already, you should know what the gubernatorial candidates were discussing. […]
