Articles
Cut-and-Carry Mulch Case Studies
For those with the space and energy to experiment, mechanizing a cut-and-carry mulch system is an excellent way to reduce labor while increasing the resiliency of soil on diversified vegetable farms.
2024 Wisconsin Alfalfa Yield and Persistence Program Results
The Wisconsin Alfalfa Yield and Persistence Program is designed to provide forage growers, agricultural professionals, researchers, and the forage industry with a unique look at what is happening at the farm level.
Managing Black Cutworm in Wisconsin Corn Fields
Black cutworm (Agrostis ipsilon) is the most common cutworm species affecting Wisconsin corn, although outbreaks are infrequent and difficult to predict. Black cutworm larvae reduce stand counts and yield potential by cutting corn plants at the base or below ground.
Why Test Your Soil Health?
In this article, we present some foundational considerations related to soil health testing and describe situations where soil health testing can provide useful information about specific soil functions to farmers, landowners, agronomists, and crop consultants.
▶ Soil Conditions Status: Spring 2025 Soil Management
Join Francisco Arriaga as he explores the latest soil conditions and management strategies for spring 2025.
▶ April 2025 Farm Economy Update
Paul Mitchell provides a comprehensive overview of the state of the farm economy in spring 2025, focusing on net farm income, crop margins, and farm financial information.
▶ Wisconsin Spring 2025 Weather Status Report and Outlook
Join Steve Vavrus from the Wisconsin State Climatology Office as he provides an update on Wisconsin’s weather and considerations for ag professionals.
Farming on a Tight Budget: Balancing Innovation and Sustainability
Tight budgets are becoming the norm due to a combination of volatile commodity prices, rising input costs, labor shortages, and weather-related impacts. Amid these pressures, the push to innovate and adopt sustainable practices has not slowed—in fact, it is getting stronger.
Revisiting the significant role of grass on Wisconsin dairies
There are multiple ways grasses fit into a dairy system from field to bunk, whether seeking overseeding options, more resilience when applying manure, or more biodiversity in in-field ecosystems.
▶ On-Farm Research Findings and Opportunities for Involvement
Discover how on-farm research can inform management decisions, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to statewide agricultural recommendations.
