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Agricultural Equipment on the Road: Implements of Husbandry Information Meetings
By Ken Schroeder Farmers, agriculturists and local town officials are invited to attend a seminar to discuss recently enacted Wisconsin legislation that updates state laws regarding farm machinery operating on Wisconsin roadways. The University of Wisconsin-Extension and Wisconsin Farm Bureau are hosting presentations about these…
2015 Food Safety Training Classes Scheduled
WPVGA will once again be offering training classes related to food safety. This is to help growers understand the food safety process and what is expected of them during an audit as well as the best way to keep their markets expanded. Dates for the…
Attention WPVGA Growers — We Need Your Help!
Our industry is under increasing pressure to manage irrigation more efficiently and reduce unneeded water use. We believe that potato growers have already adopted many practices to meet this need and are actively exploring new technologies to achieve further improvements. Yet, our industry has no…
Soil, Water & Nutrient Management
The Department of Soil Science, in conjunction with University of Wisconsin-Cooperative Extension will host eight Soil, Water, & Nutrient Management Meetings around the state, starting December 2 through December 11. The purpose of these meetings is to provide research updates in the field of soil…
Produce Traceability For Dummies—Just Released
Produce Traceability For Dummies® covers all aspects of fresh produce traceability from understanding the Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI) and the latest government regulations to an overview of how to choose a good traceability solution. Get this book and you will: Learn about the Produce Traceability…
Spudmobile to Help Packers Beat the Bears at November Game
Wisconsin potatoes and cheeseheads are teaming up once again on November 9th for a tateriffic experience! The Spudmobile is heading to Lambeau Field to cheer on the Pack as they welcome the Chicago Bears. The grilling duo Mad Dog and Merrill will also be there…
Dreir to host Groundwater Listening Sessions: More Dates Announced
Stevens Point, WI (October 14, 2014) – Portage County Executive Patty Dreier continues to host Groundwater Listening Sessions through October and new dates for November through February sessions are announced. Again, the listening sessions focus on the topics of groundwater quantity and quality. Any interested individuals…
Patty Dreier to Host Listening Sessions on Groundwater
Portage County Executive Patty Dreier will be hosting the following listening sessions on the topics of groundwater quantity and quality during the months of September and October. Any interested individuals are encouraged to attend. Four additional listening sessions will take place between November and February…
Surplus Produce to Help Feed America
To all growers and packers: With harvest season among us, please consider donating any additional product you may otherwise have left in the field. Feeding America can take seconds or any product that may have blemishes on it. The 6 food banks in Wisconsin will…
Bayer CropScience Launches New Award to Recognize Produce Industry Innovators
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 20, 2014) – Bayer CropScience will honor a leader in the produce industry whose thinking, practices and use of technology enhance the role of produce in creating better lives. The Bayer CropScience Produce Innovation Award will recognize a grower, whose innovative efforts…
