Emerging Ag Leaders Selected for Farm Bureau Institute
Fifteen emerging agricultural leaders have been selected to participate in the Farm Bureau Institute.Full release

Statement from Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Bill Bruins on
Short-Sighted, Costly PSC Decision  
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation saw many benefits with the Alliant Energy-Wisconsin Power and Light Company's proposal to construct a new baseload generating station in the Grant County community of Cassville. Full release

Farm Bureau Annual Meeting Features New Look, Location
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s 89th Annual Meeting will have a new look and feel this December 6-8.Country singer Michael Martin Murphey will perform at Saturday’s Farm Bureau Extravaganza. Murphey, best known for his hit “Wildfire”, released a string of country hits in the 1970s and 80s, and remains a popular touring act. He will take the stage at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec 6. Special thanks to Greenstone Farm Credit Services and United FCS for their financial support for this performance.
ANNUAL MEETING

WFBF Young Farmers Head to Sea
WFBF is working with Agrotours, Inc. to offer this exciting opportunity for young farmers and those a few years more experienced. This 10 day cruise to the Caribbean from March 24 - April 3, 2009, includes personal growth training sessions and agri-tours during port stops. Port stops include a day in: Aruba, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama Canal, and Jamaica. The cost of the cruise will be approximately $2449-$2489, which includes the cruise, lodging, most meals, all tours, and the personal growth sessions. Airfare is not included in the price. Participants must make their own airline reservations to and from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This cruise is being offered to young farmers andranchers nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity for young farmers to relax, network with their peers, and discover more about agriculture in South and Central America.
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Farm Bureau Member Benefits Just Keep Getting Better
Existing programs are expanded and new programs are added. Click on any of the logos to learn more.

Roadside Assistance Still Only $39.95 a Year
Learn more about the roadside program that offers the same types of services as other assistance programs at a very reasonable price made available only to members of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation.

Outstanding Teachers Sought for Ag Award
Do you know a teacher that does a great job teaching about agriculture? If so, please encourage them to fill out an application for the Outstanding Teacher Award.

2009 FFA Farm Forum Resistration Packet for Advisors
The 2009 Farm Bureau FFA Farm Forum will be held February 20-21 at the Hotel Mead in Wisconsin Rapids. FFA Farm Forum is a two day conference specifically designed to target high school juniors contemplating agricultural careers. [pdf]

Even More Dodge Vehicles Eligible for Farm Bureau $500 Rebate
Farm Bureau members have long enjoyed a $500 rebate from Dodge when buying eligible vehicles. The list is expanding to include even more vehicles for 2009. The new models that are eligible are the: Avenger, Charger, and Caliber. These great new models join the existing list of eligible vehicles that includes the Magnum, Grand Caravan, Ram Pickup 1500 (including mega cab), Ram Pickup 2500/3500 (including mega cab), Ram 3500 Chassis Cab, Ram 4500/5500 Chassis Cab, Dakota, Durango, Nitro, and Journey. DODGE

Planning on Your Farm - Useful Resources for Farmers
Download the following complimentary forms for use on your farm. the forms include a farm emergency template for emergency preparation, an employee handbook you can tailor to your farm and give to your employees and a farm safety handbook to help avoid injuries and losses. All three documents are available below in Word format.
EMERGENCY PLAN TEMPLATE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK FARM SAFETY HANDBOOK

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