﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Sun, 17 May 2026 15:20:32 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>Wisconsin Ag Connection</title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1096</link><atom:link href="https://wisconsinagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1096" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Corn Names Haley Beukema as New Program Manager]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-corn-names-haley-beukema-as-new-program-manager</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Wisconsin Corn has announced that Haley Beukema of New Richmond officially began serving as Program Manager on April 13. In her new position, Beukema will help lead advocacy ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-corn-names-haley-beukema-as-new-program-manager</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157906]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[How to Prevent Weeds in Gardens and Landscape Beds]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-gardens-and-landscape-beds</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Weeds are a common challenge in lawns, gardens, and landscape beds throughout the growing season, making early planning essential for effective control. Using a combination ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:32:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-gardens-and-landscape-beds</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157891]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Driftless Region Farmers Improve Soil Health Practices]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/driftless-region-farmers-improve-soil-health-practices</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Western Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, known for its steep hills and fertile farmland untouched by the last glacier, is at the center of a major soil health study aimed at ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:12:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/driftless-region-farmers-improve-soil-health-practices</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157680]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[DATCP Announces 2026 Alice in Dairyland Finals Events]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/datcp-announces-2026-alice-in-dairyland-finals-events</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will officially select the 79th Alice in Dairyland on May 16, 2026, during the annual finals ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/datcp-announces-2026-alice-in-dairyland-finals-events</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157665]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Announces 2026 Dairy Farmers Board Candidates]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-announces-2026-dairy-farmers-board-candidates</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the certified candidates for the 2026 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-announces-2026-dairy-farmers-board-candidates</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157445]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[USDA Reports Strong Wisconsin Planting Pace for Spring Crops]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/usda-reports-strong-wisconsin-planting-pace-for-spring-crops</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Wisconsin farmers made strong planting progress during the week ending May 10, 2026, as mostly dry weather allowed field activity to move ahead rapidly, according to the USDA ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:40:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/usda-reports-strong-wisconsin-planting-pace-for-spring-crops</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157441]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SlugNet Tracks Wisconsin Crop Pest Activity in 2026]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/slugnet-tracks-wisconsin-crop-pest-activity-in-2026</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Wisconsin’s SlugNet project has entered its second year, continuing a statewide effort to monitor slug populations in field crops through a citizen science program. 

 The ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:19:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/slugnet-tracks-wisconsin-crop-pest-activity-in-2026</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157321]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Vineyards Face Freeze Injury and Disease Risk]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-vineyards-face-freeze-injury-and-disease-risk</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Many vineyards in Wisconsin have been hit by freeze injury following an unusually early bud break this spring. While the immediate impact is reduced crop potential, ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-vineyards-face-freeze-injury-and-disease-risk</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157306]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[New Apple Thinning Model Improves Crop Predictions]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/new-apple-thinning-model-improves-crop-predictions</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Chemical thinning remains one of the most critical yet unpredictable tasks in apple production. Growers often struggle because thinning materials can vary widely in ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:54:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/new-apple-thinning-model-improves-crop-predictions</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157263]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Students Can Join Free Adopt a Cow Program]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-students-can-join-free-adopt-a-cow-program</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Enrollment is now open for the free “Adopt a Cow” program for the 2026-27 school year, giving Wisconsin students and community groups an opportunity to connect with the ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:50:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-students-can-join-free-adopt-a-cow-program</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-157262]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Farm Bill Passage Sparks Debate Among Wisconsin Farmers]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/farm-bill-passage-sparks-debate-among-wisconsin-farmers</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 A major agricultural bill has recently been passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, bringing both hope and concern for farmers. While the move is seen as an important ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:58:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/farm-bill-passage-sparks-debate-among-wisconsin-farmers</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-156897]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Dairy Farm Faces Second Manure Spill Under Environmental Review]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-dairy-farm-faces-second-manure-spill-under-environmental-review</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 A large dairy farm in central Wisconsin has reported a second manure spill within a few months, raising environmental concerns. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:35:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-dairy-farm-faces-second-manure-spill-under-environmental-review</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-156703]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Backyard Poultry Linked to Rising Salmonella Cases Across United States]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/backyard-poultry-linked-to-rising-salmonella-cases-across-united-states</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Health officials have reported a rise in salmonella infections linked to backyard poultry across multiple regions. Several cases have been identified, with many infections ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:39:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/backyard-poultry-linked-to-rising-salmonella-cases-across-united-states</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-156473]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Releases Early Custom Rate Survey Insights For 2026 Season]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-releases-early-custom-rate-survey-insights-for-2026-season</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 The 2026 planting season is underway in Wisconsin, and early results from the 2025 Wisconsin Custom Rate Survey have been released to support farm planning decisions. 

 ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-releases-early-custom-rate-survey-insights-for-2026-season</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-156291]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[SuperUser Account]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Hosts Swine Ventilation Training Event]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-hosts-swine-ventilation-training-event</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 The Wisconsin Pork Association, University of Wisconsin Madison Division of Extension, and Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection will host a swine ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:39:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/wisconsin-hosts-swine-ventilation-training-event</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155600]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Modern Farming Technology Impresses FCC Commissioner]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/modern-farming-technology-impresses-fcc-commissioner</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Modern farming depends heavily on advanced technology and reliable connectivity. Precision tools now guide daily farm activities, from tracking animal health to managing crop ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/modern-farming-technology-impresses-fcc-commissioner</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155405]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Upper Midwest Hay Market Report for Late April]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/upper-midwest-hay-market-report-for-late-april</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 The Upper Midwest Hay Market Report for April 28, 2026, was released. For alfalfa hay, prime quality hay rated above 151 RFV or RFQ showed higher prices, especially in small ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:39:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/upper-midwest-hay-market-report-for-late-april</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155122]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[USDA Secretary Urges Farm Bill Passage During Wisconsin Dairy Visit]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/usda-secretary-urges-farm-bill-passage-during-wisconsin-dairy-visit</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins visited a Wisconsin dairy farm on Monday to promote passage of a new federal farm bill. During the visit, Rollins met ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:21:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/usda-secretary-urges-farm-bill-passage-during-wisconsin-dairy-visit</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155087]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Milk Quality Experts Gather in Green Bay for Regional Dairy Meeting]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/milk-quality-experts-gather-in-green-bay-for-regional-dairy-meeting</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 A major regional dairy event focused on milk quality improvement will take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from June 16 to 18, 2026. The National Mastitis Council regional ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:17:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/milk-quality-experts-gather-in-green-bay-for-regional-dairy-meeting</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155086]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Randy Romanski Recognized for Agricultural Excellence]]></title><link>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/randy-romanski-recognized-for-agricultural-excellence</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Blake Jackson  

 Randy Romanski, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, has been named the 2026 Wisconsin Distinguished Agriculturalist by the ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:34:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/randy-romanski-recognized-for-agricultural-excellence</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[7a5a1f66-9571-4db3-9052-fbf2ee780253-155022]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>