Regional farm worries highlighted by editors in Wisconsin feature list
The Country Today surveyed farm writers from several states to outline local issues. Connecticut faces development rights buys and right to farm concerns, while Kansas Oklahoma and Missouri regions report drought, wheat pricing disputes, and tax debates on land use. Kentucky notes rising burley tobacco bids and a sheep comeback amid improving spring moisture.
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Wisconsin 4-H clubs to be honored for safety work
Ten Wisconsin 4-H clubs from western and northern regions will receive recognition for outstanding safety programs during the past year. The awards trip to Milwaukee May 8 9 will involve about 40 club members and leaders, with honors tied to farm safety first aid recreation safety and more.
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Country Today earns Farm Editors award runner-up
The Country Today of Eau Claire placed second in the Farm Editor of the Year contest by the Newspaper Farm Editors of America. The Des Moines Register and Tribune won first for its livestock feed contamination report by Kent Parker. The Country Today’s winning entry covered Wisconsin milk marketing to Florida with editor Tom Lawin and photographer Steve Kinderman.
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