Agriculture, Horticulture & Natural Resources

Farm owners explain how technology creates efficiencies and savings After being virtual for two years due to the pandemic, Fox Valley Technical College was excited to see Farm Tour 2022 return to an in-person event. Midlakes Customer Services LLC and Pleasant View Dairy, both located in Hilbert, served as hosts. Fox 11 News and Spectrum

Career Program: Farm OperationsOriginally From: ManawaCurrent Residence: ManawaAge: 20Attended FVTC: Fall 2020-present Why did you choose the Farm Operations career program? Since I was a little boy growing up on my family farm, I have always had a passion for farming. As I grew older, my passion grew into a lifestyle, and now is a part of me that can

Hundreds of high school students compete in Career Development Event After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Fox Valley Technical College was excited to host hundreds of Wisconsin high school students at the 2022 FVTC Future Farmers of America (FFA) Career Development Event. In late March, more than 500 students from 43 different high

Price and availability of crop fertilizer impacted by conflict The ongoing war in Ukraine is having a trickle-down effect on Wisconsin farmers. As they get ready for planting season, there is growing concern over the cost and availability of crop fertilizer, much of which comes from Ukraine and Russia. However, what is challenging for farmers

Kimberly Martin will serve as advocate for technical education in Wisconsin Kimberly Martin has been named a 2022 Wisconsin Technical College System Co-Ambassador for Fox Valley Technical College.  The Oshkosh native, who is a double-major in Wildland Firefighter and Natural Resources, will serve as a leader and advocate for FVTC by raising awareness about the importance of technical

Wichman Farms is home to three graduates As we celebrate National Ag Day, it’s important to remember Agriculture continues to be one of Wisconsin’s largest industries, contributing an estimated $104.8 billion annually to the state’s economy. One of those contributors is Wichman Farms in Appleton, operated by brothers Mark and Bruce, and Mark’s son Brad.

Career Program: Agribusiness Science and TechnologyOriginally From: New LondonCurrent Residence: New LondonAge: 18Attended FVTC: Fall 2021-present Why did you choose Agribusiness Science and Technology​ program? I have been active and passionate about agriculture my whole life. Growing up on a farm, it was a no-brainer for me to pursue agribusiness once it came time to choose a career. Through the

Clubs round out college experience for student Kimberly Martin. Returning to school as a young mother, joining a club was the furthest thing from Kimberly Martin’s mind. “I thought, ‘I’m just going to focus on my classes and get out of there’,” admits the 27-year-old from Oshkosh.  Fast-forward three years: Kimberly has not only served

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