Learn more about the Paycheck Protection Program (1st and 2nd Draw PPP Loans) through the US Small Business Administration. The “Navigating the Paycheck Protection Program” webinar is sponsored by UW-Madison Extension Community Economic Development and Wisconsin Small Business Development Center.
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Below are important updates for farms and farm families related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic: Coronavirus Food Assistance Act (CFAP). Updated information on direct farm payments is now available on farmers.gov/cfap. Program sign up begins next Tuesday, May 26 and runs thru August 28. Details on payment rates, eligibility, and records needed for the application are on […]
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Here’s a link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2YJ9r_6ibg&feature=youtu.be to view a recording of the PPP/EIDL Extension webinar for farmers aired this past Tuesday, May 12. Note, the link starts in the middle, so you’ll have to back up the video to start at the beginning. This is the most comprehensive and detailed summary of these two programs with lots of Q […]
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Tips for Hosting online Conversations: https://medium.com/journalismthatmatters/tips-for-hosting-online-conversation-306c0451354d By Peggy Holman, Journalism That Matters
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Leading an Organization Through the COVID-19 Crisis. BoardSource Blog. By Phil Buchanan.
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What Nonprofit Board Members Should be Doing Right Now to Address the COVID-19 Situation BoardSource Blog. By Joy Folkedal and Lindsay Tallman.
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You may have found yourself eating breakfast at home more than usual versus grabbing a quick bite as you run out the door. If making a nice breakfast was only something you were used to doing on the weekends an now you’re doing it almost daily, you may be running out of ideas, or eating […]
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It is critical that agricultural producers have the ability to make clear-headed decisions during times of high-stress, whether during unique situations (such as the current pandemic) or during normal times when farm stress is still a major concern. This video highlight the important of planning and goal setting as a means to “regain” a stronger […]
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Practical information to minimize contact and infection from COVID-19 virus for farmers and others handling agricultural input products – seed, fertilizer, chemicals, feed, etc. in boxes, bags, plastic containers, drums, etc. ALWAYS make sure to follow all recommendations and requirements for additional PPE when handling pesticides (follow label information) and consult MSDS and other safety […]
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Kevin Bernhardt, Extension Farm Management Specialist, provides guidance for managing COVID-19 risk on the dairy farm. He outlines potential scenarios, risks, and resources in this document.
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In cases where a dairy producer is unable to ship their milk to a processor, this factsheet is to provide general information regarding the potential feeding of unpasteurized milk to the dairy herd. Read more: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/dairy/feeding-unpasteurized-milk-to-the-dairy-herd/
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The Wisconsin DNR released a press release on Friday, April 3, 2020, which provides an environmental compliance roadmap in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is an infographic which outlines the Wisconsin DNR environmental compliance process. Additional information regarding COVID-19 can be found at the DHS website and the CDC website.
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