Alfalfa winter damage hits Northeast Wisconsin farms
Alfalfa losses in Northeast Wisconsin span many counties with 60 to 70 percent killed in some areas and millions in potential losses. Ag agents cite heavy fall rains, mild winter, root rot vulnerability, and winter heaving as factors, prompting reseeding, alternative forage plans, and emergency grazing considerations across the region.
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John Roach
Outagamie County Ag
Vernon County
Larry Fitzmaurice
Waupaca County
Paul Vandermeuse
Drought Grips Wisconsin North Counties Across State
State agriculture report shows northwest Wisconsin with the deepest shortage of rainfall 2.2 inches below normal by May 3, sparking spring drought fears. Across north central to southeast regions, rainfall lags vary, topsoil dries, and fire bans spread as growing degree days surge. Farmers report possible hay crop losses, alfalfa stands failing, and substitutions with stored grains or forage while awaiting rain. Local agents warn of cut crop yields and advise adjusting corn populations and forage plans amid widespread dry conditions.
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Northwest Counties
State Agriculture Department
Olson
Dunn County
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