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New Map Marks Statewide Drought Comments

The entire state of Wisconsin is now officially in a drought. The U.S. Drought Monitor issued a map Thursday that shows much of southern Wisconsin is classified as in a moderate to severe drought with a smaller area of extreme drought in far southern W…

Researcher Says Wisconsin Had ‘Flash Drought’ Comments

A top climate researcher speaking in Milwaukee Monday says much of the nation went through a “flash drought” this summer. He also warned about what may be ahead for future growing seasons.

Some Wisconsin Hog Producers Selling Animals To Cut Costs Comments

Some Wisconsin hog breeders are selling off some of their sows to contain costs.  But, that has created a second problem for some.

Horse Owners/Rescue Shelters Challenged By Drought Comments

Wisconsin horse shelters are seeing an increase in the number of calls from owners who cannot take care of their animals. Shelter operators want to take them in, but some say they are facing challenges of their own. 

Ag Secretary Tells Farmers To ‘Start Talking’ About Drought Comments

Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture Ben Brancel has some advice for the state’s drought-stricken farmers.  He says they need to start talking. There is an old adage that talk is cheap, but Ag Secretary Brancel says, for farmers who have lost their crop…

State Officials Say Mussel Populations Are Down Comments

Mussel populations around the state are suffering as a result of extreme temperatures and drought. Lisie Kitchel works for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. She warns that if water levels continue to recede, the diversity of mussel species…

Some Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Thin Herds Comments

According to the US Department of Agriculture, around 30,000 more dairy cows were slaughtered this July than during the same month last year. Experts are blaming the drought.

Farm Tourism Could Take Hit Because Of Drought Comments

It has been a difficult summer for hundreds of Wisconsin farmers who will open their properties to tourists next month. This year’s drought has brought some unique challenges to those in the agri-tourism business.

Drought Could Cut Into Milk Profits Comments

This summer’s drought is turning out to be a mixed blessing for dairy farmers in Wis. The price farmers earn for their milk is expected to rise, but drought-related costs could eat into their potential profit. The drought of 2012 has left some agricu…

Burning Ban Lifted In 11 Counties Comments

Emergency burning restrictions will be lifted in 11 central Wisconsin counties on Monday. But the drought continues and burning permits may still be limited.