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From the Fields: Ellie Kluetzman

From the Fields: Ellie Kluetzman

  • Ellie Kluetzman For Agri-View

It has been a very busy couple of weeks here in southern Wisconsin. All the cropland needed to be worked and each field has its own needs. Disc-ing, digging and then culti-mulching for some; others just need the digger and the smoothing of the culti-mulcher.

From the Fields: Jason Maloney

From the Fields: Jason Maloney

  • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

As old-fashioned wall calendars flipped pages to May and digital calendars rearranged electrons to follow suit, most folks along Wisconsin’s Lake Superior shore were ready to relieve winter fug by throwing open windows to let in fresh air. And while there were some delightful sunny days, tem…

Puzzle through ag weather

Puzzle through ag weather

  • UW-Wisconsin State Climatology Office

May 4 saw significant dust squalls across the Midwest. Indiana was hit with dust blowing from Illinois fields. Fences and utility lines came down in north-central and central Illinois. Eastern Iowa saw pseudo-tornadoes made of topsoil swirling across roads. Several highways were closed. Dust…

Next year's council chosen

Next year's council chosen

  • Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has selected 15 members for the next Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. The members, all from Wisconsin, will attend monthly virtual sessions from September 2026 to May 2027 during their senior year of high school.

May 5, 2026: Late May Momentum | CO Snow | Southeast Severe

May 5, 2026: Late May Momentum | CO Snow | Southeast Severe

    Brought to you by Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.

    Life in a Farmhouse Kitchen

    Life in a Farmhouse Kitchen

    • Ellie Kluetzman For Agri-View

    POYNETTE, Wis. – The sun was shining brightly and there was a promise of 75 degrees for the day’s high as I pulled into the driveway of Doherty’s Beef Company near Poynette. I was immediately confronted with a drama on the home’s front steps; a week-old calf was in dire straits. A kindly nei…

    Agricultural scholarships available

    Agricultural scholarships available

      It's that time of the year again. Agri-View offers a list of available agricultural scholarships.

      Using feedlot manure to reduce crop production costs

      Using feedlot manure to reduce crop production costs

        Editor’s note: The following was written by Warren Rusche, assistant professor and South Dakota State University Extension feedlot management specialist, for the university’s website April 21.

        Love Letters from a Farmer

        Love Letters from a Farmer

        • Sarah Pfaff-Cavadini For Agri-View

        Dad was a farmer through and through, even as a kid. From my experience as a teacher, most farm kids would rather be outside helping on the farm than sitting at a desk in a classroom. Dad was no different. He told me how the neighbor lady came to the house one day and asked his mom if “Tommy…

        Calendar: In the World of Ag

        Calendar: In the World of Ag

          Agri-View offers a schedule of events of special interest to our readers. Some events and activities might require advance registration. Email agriview@madison.com with calendar submissions.

          Spring and fall calving strategies differ

          Spring and fall calving strategies differ

          • Benjamin Herrold

          When it comes to spring calving or fall calving, cattle producers have a variety of factors to consider.

          An Outdoorsman’s Journal

          An Outdoorsman’s Journal

          • Mark Walters For Agri-View

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          Rains impact May gathering

          Rains impact May gathering

          • Jerry Davis For Agri-View

          Those out to gather trout, morels, turkeys and asparagus were smiling when the rain, hail and wind subsided. But most were thankful for the moisture.

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          All in the extended family: Partnering with contract growers to build a legacy

          All in the extended family: Partnering with contract growers to build a legacy

          Content by The Maschhoffs. Ken and Dave Maschhoff, fifth generation family farmers, help other family farmers be successful. 

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          Robust early disease prevention for corn gives farmers a boost

          Robust early disease prevention for corn gives farmers a boost

          Content by AgVenture Inc. With multiple modes of action against corn plants’ most common early season afflictions and demonstrated yield advantage for high and low nematode pressure environments, AgVenture’s broad-spectrum protection is unique.

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          How AgVenture helps soybean farmers prevent early season fungal diseases

          How AgVenture helps soybean farmers prevent early season fungal diseases

          Content by AgVenture Inc. Phytophthora causes root and stem rot in seedlings and can potentially destroy large swaths of crops. Fortunately, one development in the industry has the potential to save soybean farmers from substantial crop loss.

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          Covering new ground: KUHN expands its line of hydraulic push manure spreaders

          Covering new ground: KUHN expands its line of hydraulic push manure spreaders

          Content by KUHN. Keen on increasing your soil’s fertility? Learn more about the innovative ag equipment available from Kuhn North America — like the newly expanded line of ProPush® Hydraulic Push Manure Spreaders.

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          Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

          Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

          The crash between a regional jet and a military helicopter left 67 dead, including three students and six parents in Fairfax and multiple former students of Loudoun public schools.

          Gallery: Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

          Gallery: Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

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          Administration relies on existing structures for deals and disputes

          Administration relies on existing structures for deals and disputes

          Dairy summit explores trade barriers, possibilities

          Dairy summit explores trade barriers, possibilities

          After record year, U.S. needs to step up, foster more trade deals, expert says

          After record year, U.S. needs to step up, foster more trade deals, expert says

          Farm profits may dip, but plenty of optimism at annual event

          Farm profits may dip, but plenty of optimism at annual event

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          Best Greens Powders for 2025: A Nutritionist’s Top 5

          Best Greens Powders for 2025: A Nutritionist’s Top 5

          Affiliate. We asked a nutritionist to share their top 5 greens powder picks to boost your daily nutrient intake and support overall health.

          9 Considerations Before Bringing a Pet Home In 2025

          9 Considerations Before Bringing a Pet Home In 2025

          Affiliate. Find out what you should consider when bringing home a new pet for the holidays. 

          8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

          8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

          Affiliate. Take a closer look at some of the top CBD gummy options on the market.

          Healthy Supplements for Dogs from St. Louis-based Native Pet!

          Healthy Supplements for Dogs from St. Louis-based Native Pet!

          Affiliate. Learn about Native Pet and their variety of healthy, natural supplements for pets.

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          Ballard’s Resort delivers a Lake of the Woods experience that goes beyond the catch

          Ballard’s Resort delivers a Lake of the Woods experience that goes beyond the catch

          Content by Ballard’s Resort. Experience the fishing trip of your dreams at Ballard’s Resort on Lake of the Woods and Ballard’s Black Island.

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          Defend Digestive Function to Protect Profitability

          Defend Digestive Function to Protect Profitability

          Lawsonia infection might be impacting more than you think

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          The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

          The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

          Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Content by Chief Agri. The addition of the new Chief Agri bin at the Maywood facility represents a significant step forward for Ag Valley Co-op, reinforcing their commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

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          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

          Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

          Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

          Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

          Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

          Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

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          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Ag Valley Co-op expands grain storage capacity with new Chief Agri bin in Maywood, Nebraska

          Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

          Revolutionizing feed production: GroffJulius and Chief Agri transform Ephrata facility

          Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

          Chief Agri receives prestigious safety leader award for third consecutive year

          Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

          Navigating spring grain market trends with Chief Agri: Insights for manufacturing and storage planning

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          Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

          Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

          The crash between a regional jet and a military helicopter left 67 dead, including three students and six parents in Fairfax and multiple former students of Loudoun public schools.

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