Ample Wisconsin hay supplies seen for coming winter
Despite mid summer drought pockets and wet spells, Wisconsin farmers expect ample hay stores in barns for winter. State analysts predict near record 12.3 million tons harvested this year, up 23 percent from last year, with western hay imports down from last year. Some regions like St Croix County face drought gaps in second and third crops, while local buyers report strong demand from Shell Lake to Baldwin and New Richmond. The Ulrich brothers note a slower year for Western irrigated hay but rain improves prospects for a fourth crop.
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Over-eating of corn suspected in cattle deaths at Elk Mound farm
The Grutt dairy herd on Route 1 Elk Mound suffered 13 cattle deaths after a renter, David Mott, allegedly overfed corn. Char ges filed in Dunn County Circuit Court allege malicious damage to property. Neighbors and vets describe a toxin from corn as the cause, while the Grutt family and local hay traders report ongoing community support during the crisis.
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Herbert Grutt
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