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Wisconsin 4-H volunteers take awards in USDA’s “This is MY Agriculture” photo contest
Wed, 28 Nov 2012
As part of its 150th anniversary celebrations, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) invited 4-Hers to submit photos that captured the diverse ways young people are engaged in agriculture today and the impact it has on communities. Two entries from Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development were awarded prizes: Laureen Liu, of Walworth County, won second place and Kelly Rauch from Sheboygan County won third place.
On the trail of a costly dairy cattle disease
Fri, 23 Nov 2012
Pam Ruegg talks about the evolution of mastitis.
Upcoming webinars help farmers grow their safety and health programs
Tue, 20 Nov 2012
Dairy farmers who would like to hear the results of OSHA inspections on dairy farms and learn about changes to the LEP for year 2 are encouraged to participate in a webinar scheduled for Dec. 6 from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Youth as Partners in Civic Leadership Conference addresses issues facing young people in Wisconsin
Mon, 19 Nov 2012
Representatives of youth groups from around the state gathered at the YMCA Camp Matawa November 9-11 to address some of the important issues facing young people in Wisconsin. Attendees at the 2012 Youth as Partners in Civic Leadership (YPCL) conference convened to create actions plans around issues like healthy lifestyles, restorative justice, interpersonal relationships and ending bullying and youth violence.
Gluten-free diets are popular, but not always needed
Mon, 19 Nov 2012
Contact Susan Nitzke, 608-262-1692, nitzke@nutrisci.wisc.edu Gluten-free diets have become popular with some weight-loss dieters and nutrition-conscious consumers. But recent studies show that most dieters who remove gluten from their diet are making these changes without a strong medical reason. “If you have a condition known as celiac disease, it is essential to avoid all foods [...]
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