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A new United States Department of Agriculture rule removes limits on the speed companies can manufacture pork products. It has been praised by the pork industry and received blow-back from advocacy groups: including a federal lawsuit from a union representing workers. The new USDA rule, “Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection”, was announced on Sept. 17. Included in this rule is ... Read More »
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When Organic Really Means “Organic”
Organic food certified by the United States Department of Agriculture can come in many forms, ranging from store brand mac and cheese to fresh produce from Saturday’s Farmers’ Markets on the Square, but is the label enough to warrant consumer trust in the quality of a product? Dan Mielke, organizer for the Stevens Point Farmers Market, and co-founder for the ... Read More »
Organic Farm Management Training Teaches Students about Farming
As part of a training session, the Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association helped some students and community members learn about organic farm management. Held at the Schmeeckle Reserve visitor center on Oct. 6, the training was designed to introduce agriculture and land conservation professionals to organic farming. Throughout the day, participants explored ways to help landowners who are practicing, ... Read More »