"Ag Day at the Capitol" set for January 30th

Renewable Energy Topic for Discussion
from Wisconsin Ag Connection:

The annual Ag Day at the Capitol has been scheduled for January 30 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. The event is the largest gathering of farmers from across the state representing a variety of farm groups to learn more about priority state issues, and to lobby their state lawmakers as a unified voice for agriculture.

The forum gets underway with a briefing on state issues, followed by a walk to the Capitol to meet with representatives to lobby on issues favorable for Wisconsin farmers. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation says discussion topics will likely include protection of the Right to Farm law, health care, renewable energy and nutrient management.

Ag Day at the Capitol is co-sponsored by the Farm Bureau, National Farmers Organization, Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association, Wisconsin Pork Association, Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association, Wisconsin Corn Growers Association, Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association, Wisconsin Soybean Association, Dairy Business Association, Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Horse Council, Wisconsin Women for Agriculture, and the Country Today newspaper.

Farmers can register by calling 800-261-FARM. The cost is $10. Last year, more than 700 farmers attended the event.Rural Mutual Insurance Company and GROWMARK are major sponsors of the event.