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Wisconsin Production Milk production in Wisconsin during December 2024 totaled 2.69 billion pounds, up slightly from the previous December according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Milk Production report. The average number of milk cows during December, at 1.27 million head, was 1,0...

Agricultural groups, including the American Farm Bureau Federation, have tagged labor as the No. 1 issue facing farmers in 2025. Agriculture relies heavily on guest workers. How is the Trump administration’s plan for deportation going to play out for farmers? Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Director of National Aff...

The Class III milk and cheese price has been making larger-than-normal moves on a daily basis over the past few weeks. “Spot cheese prices are now at the lowest level since mid-December,” says Ever.Ag Director of Risk Management Katie Burgess. Earlier in January, the February Class III milk price was above ...

The Southwestern Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (SWCMA) is announcing its 2025 Dairy Industry Scholarship. Cheese making in Wisconsin is a longstanding tradition with a rich history of which SWCMA is proud and seeks to support. The dairy industry is a critical element of Wisconsin’s agriculture and overall e...

Innovation in the dairy community was the central theme of Dairy Strong, a conference focused on the dairy industry held at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay, Wis. More than 400 people attended Dairy Strong, which featured two keynotes and multiple breakout sessions focused on a broad range of topics from sustainab...

The Mid-West Farm Report is dedicated to keeping you up to date on all things Wisconsin agriculture. Everyday, we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of farming, from market trends to new technologies and everything in between. Here’s a look at this week’s top 5 stories that you won’...

Alsum Farms & Produce has launched a new high school senior scholarship program. Alsum will award 10 $1,000 scholarships to deserving students to further their education and invest in the future of agriculture. Graduating high school seniors with an agriculture or rural background, or plan to major in an agricultur...

Wisconsin Holstein awards over $16,000 in scholarships every year to deserving students enrolled in a four-year, one or two year or short course or tech school Ag-related program. All Wisconsin Holstein members are encouraged to apply for scholarships. Students majoring in agricultural programs are given the highest co...

Winter damage can significantly impact the health of trees. Keeping trees healthy through the fall is important for reducing winter stress. In dry falls, like the one Wisconsin experienced in 2024, you can help trees go into winter healthy by continuing to provide water to them until the leaves start falling (for decid...

Prepared and written by Jeff Swenson, DATCP Livestock and Meat Specialist. The Market Update draws information from several sources, including trade publications, radio broadcasts, agricultural news services, individuals involved in the industry as well as USDA NASS and AMS reports. Hogs and Pork Cash hogs were $1.00 h...