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The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is an engine of scientific discovery, with researchers working across the spectrum of agricultural and life sciences. Academically, the college offers research-based, hands-on teaching of undergraduates; world-class graduate programs rich in research and project assistantships; and short courses, workshops and other programs. Our outreach activities bring the work of the college to Wisconsin businesses, organizations and communities throughout the state. Learn more about CALS.
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It was really nice to be with other people who had similar interests [in FISC]. The connections we made and the knowledge we gained have really benefited the farm.
Rachel Zwieg
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Kyle and Rachel Zwieg (FISC’07, ’08)
Kyle and Rachel Zwieg were named 2023 National Outstanding Young Farmers. The Zwiegs operate a 1,450-acre dairy and crop farm, known as Zwieg’s Maple Acres, near Ixonia in Dodge County. The farm has been in the Zwieg family since 1856. Kyle represents the sixth generation to operate the farm, and Kyle and Rachel’s children — Theodore, 7, and twins Landon and Logan, 6 — are the seventh generation to live there. Kyle and Rachel fondly remember their time at FISC, with each recalling instructors who had a positive influence on them. Kyle says Dick Wolkowski, a soil science professor at the time, planted the idea of no-till farming in his mind. The technique, which involves significantly less soil disturbance, has helped reduce farm labor and increase profits on the Zwieg farm.
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The Department of Soil Science has a new name — the Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences. This change is indicative of their expanded commitment to the broader environmental challenges that intersect with soil science. @DepartmentSoil
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Happy #NationalIceCreamMonth! 🍨 What if we could celebrate with no-melt ice cream? Cameron Wicks, PhD student in @uw_foodsci, is investigating that possibility.
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On Jun. 10, US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and CALS hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a brand new, world-class dairy research facility.
