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7:00 pm
Thu May 23, 2013

Farmers Off To Slow Start Planting Crops

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Heavy spring rains and a late winter have delayed crop planting for many farmers this spring.

  Some Wisconsin corn growers are still waiting to get into their wet fields to plant their crops.

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Agriculture
5:00 am
Mon May 20, 2013

Raw Milk Advocates Mobilize For Trial Of One Of Their Own

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The sale of raw milk has stirred up controversy in the state; consumers say that it is superior to pasteurized milk, while scientists are concerned with the potential health hazards.

 

   Raw milk supporters from across the country are expected in Baraboo this week for the trial of Vernon Hershberger.

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Agriculture
3:30 pm
Fri May 17, 2013

Wisconsin Congressmen Want To Cap Public Crop Insurance

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In the event of crop failure, most farmers are covered by both private and public crop insurance.

Two Wisconsin congressmen want to help cap how much taxpayers pay to insure farmers.

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Agriculture
5:00 am
Thu May 16, 2013

As Farm Bill Makes Its Way Into Senate, SNAP Remains At Fore Of Discussion

A new Farm Bill is on its way to the full Senate where it will likely pass. 

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