- Farm Bureau Members Advocate in the Nation’s Capital June 28, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau members and staff were in Washington, D.C this week representing Wisconsin agriculture. The trip marked the completion of the WFBF Leadership Institute, a year-long leadership training program available to Farm Bureau members. “Wisconsin Farm Bureau stays true to its grassroots values by investing time and resources into its membership through the Leadership Institute,” ...
- Wisconsin Food Prices Remain Stable Despite National Increase June 26, 2024According to the latest informal Wisconsin Farm Bureau Marketbasket survey, the total cost of 12 food items used to host a summer cookout for 10 totaled $66.38, down 0.5% from last year’s state average. Broken down by plate, the cost of a summer cookout in Wisconsin remains less than $7 per person. The same survey conducted ...
- Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks Graphic Designer June 20, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is seeking applicants for a graphic designer. Duties include applying art, design and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts, such as promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other print and digital materials. WFBF’s graphic designer oversees the design and printing of a 48-page membership magazine. Other duties include working with ...
- Wisconsin Farm Bureau Introduces Fitness Program Member Benefit June 12, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau is excited to announce an agreement with the Active&Fit Direct™ program to offer an exclusive member benefit. “Wisconsin Farm Bureau is committed to embracing sustainable solutions – and that starts with the health and wellness of our members,” said WFBF President Brad Olson. “We are excited to add the Active&Fit Direct program to ...
- Wisconsin Farm Bureau Names 2024 Heroes of Hope June 3, 2024Matt Beck and Scott Schreffler of Washington County have been recognized as top nominees in Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s fourth annual Heroes of Hope campaign. Heroes of Hope, a subset of the #FarmNeighborsCare campaign, is focused on shedding light on rural heroes who have helped others through a tough time. Heroes of Hope aims to identify people ...
- WFBF Statement on the Trust in Science Act April 30, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson released the following statement today regarding the passage of the Trust in Science Act (AB 764), which removes the Great Lakes wolf from the endangered species list: “Wisconsin Farm Bureau applauds today’s action of the U.S House of Representatives to return management of the Great Lakes Wolf to Wisconsin. ...
- #FarmNeighborsCare During Mental Health Awareness Month April 30, 2024May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is supporting rural residents in looking after their farm neighbors who might be struggling with increased stress. Throughout the month of May, Farm Bureau volunteers across the state will be participating in local initiatives to deliver care packages as a part of the organization’s Farm ...
- WFBF Statement on USDA Updates to School Nutrition Standards April 26, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson released the following statement today regarding recent updates to USDA’s School Nutrition Standards. “Wisconsin Farm Bureau appreciates USDA’s recognition of the role flavored milk and cheese have in a nutritious meal. Allowing schools the option to continue offering flavored milk is not only important for building a balanced meal ...
- Five Tips for Spring Rural Road Safety April 22, 2024As days get warmer, the itch to hit the field gets stronger. It’s springtime in Wisconsin, which means planting season is getting underway for farmers across the state. With this in mind, rural road safety is at the forefront. Traveling with agricultural equipment on the road poses an increased hazard that is often a dreaded part ...
- WFBF Statement on Summer Ethanol Blend Waiver April 19, 2024Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson released the following statement today regarding the Biden administration’s emergency fuel waiver to allow the sale of summer gasoline blends containing 15% ethanol (E15). “Wisconsin farmers appreciate the Environmental Protection Agency granting an emergency waiver for the year-round sale of E15. The biofuels industry is part of our country’s ...
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