Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Cites Substantial Economic Risk from Transmission Line…
What happened
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors expressed concerns regarding proposed transmission line projects in Southern Wisconsin. The Federation estimates that more than 3,000 member landowners could be directly impacted by the projects. WFBF President Brad Olson stated that the projects will have significant consequences for Wisconsin agriculture, noting they are moving too quickly to properly address concerns.
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Why it matters
The proposed transmission corridors cross highly productive agricultural land in Wisconsin, where agronomic analyses show high yields of corn and soybeans. Initial analysis estimates crop losses of $2,330 per mile per year for a typical corn-soybean rotation, potentially approaching $450,000 in lost agricultural production annually.
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Who's involved
- Brad OlsonWFBF President who commented on the consequences for Wisconsin agriculture
- WisconsinState where the transmission line projects are proposed
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection could face increased regulatory burden due to documented crop losses and agricultural economic harm.
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The entities involved
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Wisconsin
state of the United States of America
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Brad Olson
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