In addition to supplying oil for renewable fuel production, winter canola generates high-protein meal that can be used in livestock feeding programs. Dairy, beef, poultry, and swine producers may ...

Beyond the farm gate, AI applications are expanding throughout the food chain. Technology is helping improve seed selection, food processing efficiency, quality assurance, and food safety monitoring.

Under the new measures, nearly all Wisconsin cheese shipped to Canada will face a 25% tariff, while milk powders, whey, and other dairy ingredients will be subject to tariffs of up to 50%. Paper ...

Wisconsin farmers had an average of 5.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending September 6, 2026, according to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. Hot, humid conditions ...

On the production side, dairy farmers continue to face ongoing cost pressures. Feed expenses, labor costs and general operating expenses remain major factors in determining profitability. As a result, ...

University of Wisconsin-River Falls junior Jena Hanson of Owatonna, Minnesota, has been selected as Minnesota’s 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way, the states ...

Pastures have produced less forage; hay yields have fallen, and feed supplies are expected to remain tight throughout the coming winter season. As a result, producers are searching for cost-effective ...

Farm families and agricultural business owners can prepare for the future through Cultivating Your Farm’s Future, an interactive virtual program offered by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division ...

U.S. agriculture is expected to enter 2026 with both opportunities and challenges. Forecasts indicate that overall farm profits will decline modestly as producers face increasing operating expenses ...

USDA projects net farm income to reach about $158.4 billion in 2026. The estimate is higher than earlier forecasts and reflects stronger earnings across several agricultural sectors. Still, income is ...

However, expansion plans vary greatly depending on local conditions. Producers in regions with plentiful forage and strong pasture growth may be ready to rebuild herds. Others facing drought and feed ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to improve how farmers and ranchers access financing. New updates to farm loan programs are designed to reduce processing times, simplify ...