Wisconsin now has it’s third case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry this year, and second case in a week. The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection confirmed Wednesday that a backyard flock in Kenosha County is being depopulated after testing positive for the H5N1 virus. Ninety-six birds are affected. The agency confirmed…… read more
An Iowa State professor says planting native prairie plants in strips helps prevent soil loss and improves soil health, but farmers are asking if the rest of their fields can benefit. Dr. Lisa Schulte Moore tells Brownfield strips of native prairie plants strategically grown with traditional crops not only prevents soil erosion but helps improve…… read more