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Beginning in December, new federal restrictions will make many hemp products illegal. Businesses in the industry are getting ready to close down most or all of their operations, while advocates hope there's still time to change course before the ban begins.

New state law offers to help rural vets pay off debt, but funding needs to be addressed in the state budget

Ginseng harvested in Wisconsin is sold primarily to China

Dry conditions contributed to the fire caused by a spark from a combine

Farmers are under pressure to conserve farmland while maintaining productivity to meet demand

A sustainable agriculture project that incentivizes farmers to plant trees on their land is taking applications from Wisconsin producers

The Michael Fields Agricultural Institute launched its Women in Conservation program to provide a space for women landowners to collaborate and get support for conservation goals

Growers faced challenges with weather this spring

Cover crops are planted as living mulch to improve soil health, prevent erosion and naturally suppress weeds and pests

Program organizers said agroforestry practices taking shape in Spring Green combine trees with farming to improve biodiversity and wildlife habitat while reducing greenhouse gas emissions