In this presentation, Leonard Polzin, Extension Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist, covers what producers need to know for the 2025 DMC sign-up. He walks through changes and discusses the DMC decision tool that helps producers decide on the level of coverage necessary.
Interested in transitioning to organic agriculture, or just curious? This article gives an overview of the organic transition process, certification requirements, and available resources to support your journey.
This report provides a statewide overview of agricultural land values across Wisconsin based on a statistical analysis of actual sales and now includes the weighted average price of agricultural land sold in Wisconsin.
This recording offers an overview of the agricultural economy in Wisconsin. Hadachek discusses in detail a comprehensive report he co-authored with Dr. Steven Deller that analyzes agricultural contributions, particularly focusing on food processing and on-farm production.
This recording outlines the current state and future outlook of farm income in the United States, focusing on key metrics such as net farm income, production conditions, and economic indicators.
Hear about the current state of the dairy market, focusing on the influences of processing capacity, beef prices, policy implications, and production costs.
This article provides estimates of economic assistance for Wisconsin producers following the passage of the American Relief Act, 2025, on December 20, 2024.
The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program continues to serve as a critical risk management tool for dairy producers, helping mitigate the impact of volatile milk and feed prices. This article provides an update on key provisions, eligibility requirements, risk management considerations, and historical performance insights for the DMC program.
This recordkeeping toolkit, produced by the Farmers’ Legal Action Group, includes easy-to-follow instructions and templates to help small-scale fruit and vegetable growers keep accurate farm records.
Adopting new technology in agriculture is a significant investment that can be highly profitable if done well, or costly if not. The first step is to be aware of and understand the issues that can influence the outcome, followed by gathering the necessary information to make informed decisions.
Using technology in farming isn’t just a choice—it’s necessary. As farms use and rely on more technology, farmers and industry stakeholders are looking at advanced tools like robots, automated equipment, and self-driving machines.
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This article highlights an defines the intricate interplay between Federal Milk Marketing Orders, transportation costs, regional supply and demand, and local market dynamics.
The USDA AMS issued a final decision to amend the uniform pricing formulas for all 11 FMMOs. The amendments, which include adjustments to formulas and factors, must now be approved by eligible producers through a referendum.
If you are unsure about hiring a lawyer for your Wisconsin farm, you’re not alone. Across the United States, farmers express uncertainty about working with attorneys. This article offers tips to find, interview, and select the right attorney for your farm’s legal needs.
As 2024 ends, 2025 looks to bring challenges and opportunities for the year ahead. Milk production is expected to grow through the remainder of 2024 and into 2025 driven by growth in the US dairy herd and ever-improving productivity in milk production.
Powering through the technical process of succession without acknowledging and addressing the tensions in your situation will give you a plan, but how long will it last when the tensions build to a breaking point?
A farm household spending plan is an estimate of how much is needed for farm household expenses. Farm household expenses are oftentimes mixed with the farm business. Categorizing costs is an important step in the farm succession and transition process.
