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We would like to wish all of you and your families a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.
The WPVGA Office will be closed on November 28-29 in observance of the holiday.
Wisconsin Ag Groups Launch Farm Neighbors Care Campaign
The Wisconsin Farm Center, a free and confidential resource available to all farmers in the state, reported more than 2,300 calls from farmers in 2018. As of May 30, 2019, the center had received more than 1,000. Farm Center staff said most of these calls…
2020 Food Safety Training Dates Set
WPVGA will once again be offering food safety training to grower members in March 2020. While Wisconsin potato growers have been diligent in staying ahead of the curve regarding the various certifications required, WPVGA recognizes the benefit of association-organized classes. The following class options will…
Wisconsin Potatoes Create Camaraderie on TV
Do you ever find yourself watching a cooking show on TV and getting caught up in it to the extent that you can’t wait to try making what the individual prepared on the show? Cooking and eating have long been two activities that are part…
Groundwater – A Model Solution
Researchers expand computer simulation tool to study and address nitrate contamination When agronomy professor Chris Kucharik and his wife, Amy, moved into a subdivision in the Town of Burke in 2006, they weren’t surprised to learn their well water contained quite a bit of nitrate.…
Wisconsin Representatives Elected for Potatoes USA Board Seats
Elections are complete in Wisconsin for those who will represent the state on the Potatoes USA Board. The elected individuals will begin their term in March 2020. Each term lasts three years with an opportunity to be re-elected for a second three-year term. No representative…
Compeer Financial to Host 2019 Resilient Farms Conference
Compeer Financial, a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the 2019 Resilient Farms Conference, a one day event for farmers interested in increasing resiliency for their operations through new business ideas. The conference is Thursday, December 12 at…
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days July 23 – 25
There are many reasons to attend this year’s Wisconsin Farm Technology Days (FTD) hosted by Walter Grain Farms of Jefferson County, but here are 10 NEW reasons! Ag Career Day – On Tuesday, July 23 students grade 7-12 are eligible to participate in an interactive…
Wilbur-Ellis Acquires Nachurs Alpine Solutions®, Pioneer in Precision Agriculture, Leading Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer
Acquisition expands agricultural product offerings and opens door to diversified specialty chemicals markets in North America Wilbur-Ellis, a leading international marketer and distributor of agricultural products, animal nutrients, and specialty chemicals and ingredients, today announced the acquisition of Nachurs Alpine Solutions® (NAS), a specialty liquid…
