In the News

Six Recognized by UW College of Ag & Life Sciences for Exceptional Service
The Mid-West Farm Report, 9/5/26
Mentioned: Christopher Salm, Alumnus, Animal and Dairy Sciences
Mentioned: Susan Salm, Alumna, Forest and Wildlife Ecology
Mentioned: Brian Holmes, Biological Systems Engineering
Mentioned: Sharon Brantmeier, Alumna, Animal and Dairy Sciences
Mentioned: Dennis Keeney, Alumnus, Soil and Environmental Sciences
Mentioned: Kristin Kohlmann, Alumna, Genetics

Why wasps are swarming Wisconsin right now and when they’ll stop
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 9/10/26
Quoted: PJ Liesch, Entomology
Mentioned: Insect Diagnostic Lab

Warmer temperatures, spring frosts cause challenges for Wisconsin apple growers
Wisconsin Public Radio, 9/7/26
Quoted: Amaya Atucha, Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences

Wisconsin meat processors, farmers want more details on Trump proposals to help US beef industry
Wisconsin Public Radio, 9/9/26
Quoted: Jeff Sindelar, Animal and Dairy Sciences

UW–Madison Homecoming Week to feature new traditions, multicultural events
Madison365, 9/8/26
Mentioned: Bucky’s Varsity Meats
Mentioned: Badger Cheese Club
Mentioned: Badger Meat Science Club

CALS in the News is a weekly selection of media stories quoting or mentioning CALS faculty, staff, students, alumni, research and programs. Other stories of interest to the UW–Madison community and those in the fields of agriculture and the life sciences are also included. This list is produced by CALS External Relations. Read more about our mission and methodology for curating this list.