Association of County Agricultural Agents honors 2023 award recipients
The Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents recently recognized several member during its annual awards and recognition program.
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The Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents recently recognized several member during its annual awards and recognition program.
1:52 As brutal cold grips the upper Midwest, some farm animals are getting protection from the wind in forested settings. They're being raised through a form of sustainable agriculture that's gaining attention in Wisconsin. Ag researchers say "silvopasture" has long been popular in Europe, and is catching on in the U.S. It integrates trees, forage and grazing livestock. Producers can either strategically plant trees in a pasture, or have their animals rotate through existing woodlands. Diane Mayerfeld, senior outreach specialist for the University of Wisconsin Extension, said it benefits live...