Wisconsin had 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending July 21, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The week was dry relative to previous weeks, allowing for a productive week for farmers. Fieldwork included harvesting hay and small grains. Topsoil moisture condition rated 3% short, 79% adequate and 18% surplus.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for Wisconsin Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants. This round of funding became available when Gov.

As days get warmer, the itch to hit the field gets stronger. It’s springtime in Wisconsin, which means planting season is getting underway for farmers across the state. Traveling with agricultural equipment on the road poses an increased hazard that is often a dreaded part of farming.

The Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association announced that registration is open for the organization’s annual summer conservation camps. Open to middle and high school students, these camps provide educational outdoor experiences, foster an appreciation for nature and introduce a variety of careers in natural resources and conservation. The Middle School Conservation Camp is held at Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells.

The Menominee Tribal Crime Victims Program has been named the 2023 recipient of the Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for the FBI Milwaukee Field Office. The Menominee Tribal Crime Victims Program is a partner with the FBI’s Victim Assistance Program in Wisconsin. The Menominee Tribal Crime Victims Program addresses the unique challenges faced by tribal members, working with the FBI and the U.S.

State Rep. David Steffen (R-Howard), will be introducing legislation that would require Wisconsin public schools to have carbon monoxide detectors throughout their buildings.