The public is invited to be part of upcoming meetings. The International Crane Foundation is set to host a town hall meeting. The information is below:
WHO: The International Crane Foundation invites members of the Kenosha-Jefferson-Racine-Walworth Chapter of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, as well as the broader agricultural community to this event. The event is open to the public. Any farmers interested in learning more about cranes and crop damage are encouraged to attend.
WHAT: This town hall-style event will include presentations from ecologists about Sandhill Crane ecology and crop damage, as well as a Q&A open to questions.
WHEN: 6:30-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024
WHERE: The FCCU Meeting Room at the Dwight Foster Public Library (209 Merchants Ave, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538)
WHY: The International Crane Foundation recognizes the importance of the issue of crop damage by cranes for Wisconsin’s farmers. We have worked for nearly three decades in Wisconsin to find meaningful solutions to support farmers in overcoming this issue—work we continue to this day. We hope you’ll join us for a conversation to further finding real solutions that address crop damage.