Despite challenges ranging from drought and lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wisconsin Christmas tree growers continue to adapt and thrive to deliver for this year’s holiday season. “The growing […]
New Members Appointed to Farm Bureau’s Young Farmer and Agriculturist Committee
Heather Erdman of Eau Claire County, Victoria Smith of Marquette County, Luke an Ashley Lisowe of Calumet County and Jason Behrend of Wood County have been appointed to Wisconsin Farm […]
Farm Bureau Announces New Appointees to Promotion and Education Committee
Ashley Schlender of Jefferson County and Heidi Slinkman of Wood County have been appointed to the Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Promotion and Education Committee by the organization’s Board of Directors. Their […]
Thanksgiving Meal in Wisconsin Lower than National Average
The price of a traditional Thanksgiving meal in Wisconsin is 1.36% less this year according to Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s annual Marketbasket survey that rang in at $58.81. “After several years […]
WFBF Thanks State Legislature for Passing Farmland Preservation Updates
A bill that would update requirements and financial incentives for farmers to participate in the Farmland Preservation Program passed through both houses of the state legislature this afternoon. Wisconsin Farm […]
Farm Bureau Praises Passage of Milk Truck Permitting Legislation
The Wisconsin State Senate today passed a bill that would allow more efficient transportation of milk and milk products in Wisconsin. Senate Bill 431, authored by Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) […]
Be Aware of Wisconsin’s Trespass Law for a Safe Hunting Season
A safe and successful hunting season begins with hunters and rural landowners understanding Wisconsin’s trespass law. According to the law, individuals who wish to hunt on land owned by someone […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Launches WisGO Team
Wisconsin Farm Bureau is offering a new advocacy initiative for its members. Applications for Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s inaugural WisGO Team are now open. WisGO Team members are advocates and thought […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Statement on Wolf Management Plan Approval
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Krentz released this statement regarding approval of the Wisconsin DNR’s Wolf Management Plan: “Today the Department of Natural Resources missed an opportunity to restore […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Statement on Former WFBF President Jim Holte
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Krentz released this statement regarding the announcement of former WFBF President Jim Holte’s death: “The Wisconsin Farm Bureau family is hurting as we learn […]
Collegiate Students Selected as WFBF Event Ambassadors
Three collegiate students have been selected as WFBF’s Event Ambassadors. In the inaugural year of this program, Breanna Cisketti, Claire Esselman and Katrina Hoesly will use digital platforms to share […]
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Offers Four Internships
Wisconsin Farm Bureau is seeking applicants for four internship opportunities throughout 2023 and 2024. Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom Internship Opportunities The Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom program provides agricultural […]