Renewed optimism in Wisconsin farm show exhibitors
West central Wisconsin farmers enter the 1983 cropping season with renewed optimism after three days at The Country Today farm show. Exhibitors report larger crowds and a more receptive mood for purchasing farm equipment, though dairy milk price uncertainty and a potential milk price cut loom as cautionary notes.
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Wisconsin ag board reappoints Danielson and Ziegeweid for six years
Danielson and Ziegeweid are renewed on the Wisconsin Board of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for six-year terms. Senate confirmation hearings likely in early May as terms expire May 1. Danielson cites land use and marketing focus. Ziegeweid foresees market orders, product quality, and disease control as key issues.
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Wis farmers nominate many for new dairy board May election
More than 225 farmers across Wisconsin have been nominated for the 25 seat dairy promotion board, with districts ranging from seven to fourteen nominees. The winner in May will gain a seat as the board oversees an $11 million annual checkoff fund, with no primary. Final certified lists and potential withdrawals will be decided next week.
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Dairy Promotion Board
Forecast for Twin Cities: cool with rain and snow showers
National Weather Service forecasters in the Twin Cities predict generally cloudy skies from Thursday through Saturday with cool temperatures and scattered periods of rain mixed with snow. Highs reach the upper 30s to low 40s with overnight lows in the mid 20s to low 30s.
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