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Conservation Local Work Group Meeting Schedule Announced for 2016
Madison, Wis. – June 9, 2016 − The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Wisconsin has announced the schedule for 2016 Local Working Group (LWG) meetings. Twenty one meetings will be held across Wisconsin in July and August to gather input…
DNR Announces Plans to Implement Attorney General’s Opinion on High Capacity Well Applications
This morning the DNR posted the following information regarding their plans to implement the Attorney General’s opinion on their website. Based on the posted information and their FAQ’s, it appears that we are essentially back to 2003 for non-Groundwater Protection Area wells with the exception…
WPVGA Taking Nominations for Wisconsin Representatives on Potatoes USA
Nominations are now open for Wisconsin’s representatives on Potatoes USA (formerly known as the United States Potato Board). Nominees must be potato growers within Wisconsin who are in good standing. Board Member Guidelines are as follows: It serves the good of both potato production regions…
Feed My Starving Children Volunteers Still Needed
We are still in need of volunteers for the following shifts: 11:30am – 1:30pm: 17 volunteers still needed 2:00pm – 4:00pm: 57 volunteers still needed 4:30pm – 6:30pm: 64 volunteers still needed WPVGA members, along with their families and friends, will gather at the Noel…
Claire M. Wallendal Passes
Claire M. Wallendal, age 88, of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin died Saturday, May 28, 2016 at Crest View Nursing Home in New Lisbon. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Janet Ruark will…
NPC Summer Meeting: July 13-15
Attend the 2016 NPC Summer Meeting in Park City, Utah, July 13-15, and join your peers to discuss federal policy impacting potato production, such as ongoing trade affairs, EPA’s reviews of pesticides, and an update on state vs. national GMO labeling. The meeting open to…
16th Annual WPVGA Associate Division Putt-Tato Open
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CVTC Offering Online Drone Certification Program
Chippewa Valley Technical College is offering a series of three eight-week online classes this summer to help owners of drones become Unmanned Aerial Systems Certified. The nine-credit course is designed to give students a solid foundation in understanding unmanned aerial vehicle systems technologies, capabilities, regulations,…
Position Available: Part-Time Spudmobile Assistant for the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association
Qualifications: The successful candidate should have strong communication and public relations skills. A good driving record is essential. Must have or be willing to obtain a CDL. This position requires statewide travel with some work occurring on weekends. The ability to successfully pass a background…
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