Waushara County Farm Bureau

05/05/2026

Help us welcome Karen to Portage County.
Karen Bender is the new UW-Extension Regional Crops Educator covering Green Lake, Waushara, Adams and Portage counties. Her professional background includes secondary agriscience education, breeding and research for root and bulb vegetable crops, applied bulb research in a greenhouse setting, and conservation agriculture. She has a particular interest in regenerative farming practices, climate resiliency and specialty crop production.
Karen holds a B.S. in Agronomy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a M.S. in Plant Breeding from Iowa State University, where her Master’s project focused on dahlia breeding. Outside of work she operates a small cut-flower farm and floristry business with her family and enjoys cooking and reading.

04/28/2026

📢CALL TO ACTION: Call your Congressional Representative to Pass the Farm Bill📢

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 is advancing in Congress, with a vote expected soon. This marks an important step forward in what has been a long-delayed process to reauthorize federal farm policy.

For Wisconsin, this legislation is especially critical given the state’s reliance on dairy and the broader agricultural economy. The bill includes provisions to strengthen dairy research programs, expand dairy consumption through nutrition incentives, and modernize tools like Dairy Margin Coverage and forward pricing programs.

Wisconsin Farm Bureau is calling on members to connect with their Congressional Representatives. Details for connecting with your representative are in the comments below. 👇

04/20/2026

We’re continuing to celebrate Volunteer Week by recognizing those making an impact across Wisconsin!

Meet Miranda Ewald from Waushara County!

As the Young Farmer & Agriculturist Chair, Miranda is helping lead the next generation of agricultural advocates in her community.

Miranda believes involvement in Farm Bureau is critical because agriculture needs strong voices. Without people willing to step up and advocate for the industry, the future of farming could be at risk, and the impact would be felt by everyone.

To her, “The Power of One” is about bringing different strengths together. Each person offers a unique perspective, and when those differences come together, they create a stronger path forward toward a shared goal.

04/11/2026

Visit Parkside School today and meet county board member Lynn Leahy at Blue Ribbon Kids’ Day! Bring your questions about farming and get a chance to take an Ag in the Classroom book home with you!

03/25/2026

Stop by the Farm Bureau booth at the 64th Annual WPS Farm Show!

This long-standing event brings together farmers, ag professionals, and local businesses for a few days of networking, learning, and checking out the latest in farm equipment, technology, and services—all under one roof. It’s a great chance to connect with the ag community and see what’s new in the industry.

While you’re there, swing in, say hi to Victor Magnus, and get entered to win a YETI cooler 🧊

03/24/2026

Waushara County P&E chair Lynn Leahy is in Washington, D.C., this week planning with the executive team of the national P&E committee as secretary!

What better place to celebrate National Agriculture Day than in our nation’s capital?

The AFBF P&E Executive Committee is hard at work this afternoon in D.C. for our new committee orientation. We are especially energized to be here on such a significant day for our industry!

As we welcome Farm Bureau members and staff for Target Training later this week, we’re reminded that our mission to Communicate, Collaborate, and Influence has never been more important.

Happy to all the farmers and ranchers who keep our country running!

03/24/2026

The WPS Farm Show is this week, Tuesday through Thursday at the EAA grounds in Oshkosh. The Waushara County Farm Bureau helps sponsor a booth. We are located in hanger D. Stop by to say Hi, sign up to win one of two toy tractors we are giving away, and get some FREE popcorn 🍿

03/17/2026

🚜🌾 National Agriculture Week

Behind every meal is a farmer.

Early mornings. Long days. Unpredictable weather.
Farmers continue to work every day to grow the food, fiber, and fuel that sustain our communities.

Today we encourage you to take a moment to thank a farmer for the work they do.

👇 Tag a farmer below or share how agriculture impacts your life.

Brought to you by farmers.

01/23/2026

Congratulations to our very own promotion and education chair, Lynn Leahy!

Congratulations to Lynn Leahy from Waushara County Farm Bureau on her appointment as Secretary of Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement!

Lynn is serving in her fourth and final year on the AFBF Promotion & Engagement Committee. We wish her the best as she represents Wisconsin on P&E's newly created executive team!

01/21/2026

Waushara County Farm Bureau board members are attending Ag Day at the Capitol today, meeting with legislators to discuss key agricultural issues and priorities. If this is something you’d be interested in attending next year, please reach out—we’d love to have you join us!