A proposed pig CAFO spurred five northwest Wisconsin towns to regulate big farms. After one rescinded its ordinance, others wonder if they’ll face lawsuits. By Bennet Goldstein Wisconsin … [Read more...]
Midwest drought: Corn and soybeans suffer as forecasters expect no quick relief for farmers
Arid conditions are expected to persist in eastern Iowa and Missouri, Illinois and Wisconsin. River barges are affected, too. By Bennet Goldstein Wisconsin Watch This story is a product of the … [Read more...]
USDA Announces $8.4 Million to Support a Diverse Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $8.4 million in competitive grants to support the work of partner organizations that provide training, … [Read more...]
Farming teaches you a lot about perseverance, especially in these hard times
By Will Allen You plant for a harvest that you hope will come, but that is not guaranteed. As I reflect back on our work together this year to build a new food system, I see our progress and am … [Read more...]
Secret donor matches food guru’s gift
Will Allen issues challenge, gets anonymous donation Milwaukee’s foremost farmer, Will Allen of Growing Power, decided to make some hard-pressed households warmer for Christmas by personally … [Read more...]