Aerica Bjurstrom, a regional dairy educator with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, said interest in the product is good news for the state’s dairy farmers.
“I think a lot of this innovation is coming from people in their own kitchens,” she said. “I think a lot of this boom in cottage cheese is coming from social media.”
Madison-based Realta Fusion plans to build a nuclear fusion research facility at the former Oscar Mayer plant in a move that company executives and government leaders say could boost the local economy and make the state capital a hub for green energy development.
“I feel bad saying this because it’s summer and everybody wants to eat fresh produce, but there isn’t really a safe way to wash it,” said Laura Knoll, a professor of medical microbiology at UW-Madison.
While the current outbreak has not been linked to produce sold by local farmers in Wisconsin, it’s still top of mind for farmers in the state.
Wildfire smoke moving into Wisconsin is bringing a surge of tiny particles that can travel deep into the lungs and cause irritation and inflammation, according to a UW Health allergist.
Dr. Mark Moss said the particles are a concern for anyone spending time outdoors, but pose a greater risk to certain populations.
Smoke from wildfires in Canada and northern Minnesota moved into southern Wisconsin on Thursday, bringing advisories through noon Friday that may be extended for some parts of the state.
Dane and other counties in south-central Wisconsin are under an “unhealthy for all groups” advisory, counties to the east are under a “very unhealthy for all groups” advisory, and counties to the west are under “unhealthy for sensitive groups” and “moderate air quality” advisories.
Summer is the most cherished time of year for Wisconsin residents. After a harsh winter, there’s nothing better than spending your days outside.
However, every good Wisconsinite knows a day spent out in a forest or at a lake is not complete without a tick check.
Every kid knows to look for ticks because they can cause Lyme disease, but a different tick species popping up in Wisconsin is a new reminder to check.
