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January 9, 2026

Commentary: Another farm bill extension and what it means for conservation

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The year 2025 was busy in Washington, D.C.
From a transition to a new presidential administration last January to a wide-ranging reconciliation package to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, there has been a lot of news coming out of our nation’s capital. But for the third year in a row, one notable and very important piece of legislation was missing: a full, five-year farm bill.

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Patrick Durkin: George Meyer protected Wisconsin’s natural resources and outdoor heritage

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Wisconsin lost its most devoted and enduring conservation watchdog Dec. 10 when prostate cancer killed George Meyer at age 78.
Meyer’s list of job titles in five decades of public service grew so long he almost had to unfurl a scroll when introduced at podiums across the state. And man, did Meyer tour Wisconsin. In 1993 alone, he delivered 240 speeches; speaking to just about any group, anywhere.

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