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Podcast: MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Episode: Why Farmers Should Know What Halal And Kosher Mean To Their Markets
Description: Farms and agribusinesses need to stay engaged in conversations. Not just on the state or national scene, but locally. Erin Tomasik, community relations manager, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, says there's a growing need to mobilize member farmers at the local level to ensure agricultural policies remain fair, as many local government officials now lack personal backgrounds in farming. Organizations like the Dairy Business Association are focusing on "boots on the ground" strategies to counter misunderstandings regarding manure hauling, road weight limits, and water quality. Local boards are increasingly discussing ordinances and moratoriums targeting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), often dr...