Spring is here, which means one thing for farmers: It’s time to hit the fields. Road travel with agricultural implements is an increased hazard, and often a dreaded part of […]
Export Initiative will Help Farmers, Agribusinesses and Rural Communities
Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Kevin Krentz spoke at a press conference today held at the state Capitol. He spoke in support of the agricultural export initiative proposed by Rep. Tony […]
Farmers: Check Runoff Risk Prior to Spreading Manure
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is urging farmers to plan ahead to reduce the risk of manure runoff incidents. The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has an online resource […]
Virtual Ag Day at the Capitol Event Keeps Farmers Connected
On March 24, more than 250 farmers and agriculturists met virtually for Ag Day at the Capitol. This annual event is for Wisconsin farmers and agriculturists to learn more about […]
UW-River Falls Student Competes in Collegiate Discussion Meet
Jared Mack, a student from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls competed in the American Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Virtual Collegiate Discussion Meet held in conjunction with their FUSION […]
Nominate a Farmer to Celebrate National Ag Day
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is hosting a contest to recognize farmers and agriculturists who embody this year’s National Ag Day theme, ‘Food Brings Everyone to the Table.’ Nominations will be […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks Director of Media Relations and Outreach
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau is seeking a director of media relations and outreach. This position oversees WFBF’s media relations efforts, social media strategy and advertising. This director of media relations […]
Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week Kicks-off Next Week
Wisconsin Farm Bureau will be joining Farm Bureau members across the nation in celebrating Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week during Feb. 28-March 6. This year’s ASAP Week theme is ‘Driving […]
Ag Day at the Capitol Set For March 24
Ag Day at the Capitol will be held virtually on March 24. This event is the largest gathering of farmers from across the state representing a variety of farm groups […]
Farm Bureau Statement on National FFA Week
Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Kevin Krentz issued the following statement regarding National FFA Week. “Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is a proud supporter of FFA as an organization that builds agricultural […]
WFBF Statement on Sen. Baldwin Leading Senate Subcommittee
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Krentz issued the following statement on the announcement U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin being named the chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Supports State Food Labeling Bills
On Tuesday, February 9, Wisconsin Farm Bureau submitted testimony to the Wisconsin Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism in support of three food labeling bills related to truth in labeling […]