Proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as FoodShare in Wisconsin, could cost the state over $314 million each year. A report by the Wisconsin Department ...

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced a significant funding boost of $14.5 million to support state meat and poultry inspection programs.

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that Wisconsin had 3.6 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending May 25, 2025. Farmers made solid progress despite short working ...

In Alabama, Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh has been named State Director for Rural Development. She formerly served as President of the Alabama Public Service Commission and holds the record for the most ...

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has unveiled a new round of presidential appointments to major leadership roles within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

To reinforce these efforts, Secretary Rollins revealed a $21 million USDA investment aimed at upgrading a fruit fly production facility in Metapa, Mexico.

The event is open to all pork producers, veterinarians, and agricultural professionals. For more information, individuals can contact Jeff Morris, Swine Outreach Specialist, at [email protected] or ...

A recent University of Florida study reveals how drone technology and artificial intelligence (AI) can support hemp farmers by enhancing crop health and optimizing fertilizer use.

With hurricane season set to begin on June 1 and continue through November 30, the USDA is urging farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners to take proactive steps to prepare for potential storms. Past ...

The National Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) has announced the addition of three accomplished individuals to its Board of Directors: Brian Carpenter, Alicia Ellis, and Liz Riffle.

Eleven-year-old Guy Kroll has dedicated the month of May to honoring his late uncle, Ben Kroll, a military veteran who died in 2023 following a long battle with PTSD. Inspired by Ben’s own tradition, ...

Milkweed has been named the “Plant Species of the Year” by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for 2024. This native plant plays a critical role in supporting monarch butterflies, ...