The Real Reason the Amish Keep Moving to Wisconsin

Wisconsin Amish growth is reshaping the state as traditional dairy herds vanish. We trace the shift from farms to workshops. Wisconsin dairy herds have dropped below 5,000 for the first time, a stark decline from the 167,000 recorded in 1930. As traditional agriculture retreats, a different demographic is moving in to fill the economic void. This video examines the rise of the Wisconsin Amish community, analyzing the specific household activities and employment shifts occurring within these settlements. Data from 2014 shows that 58 percent of Amish households in the region were engaged in farming, while 37 percent focused on dairy work. By mapping these trends, we see how rural Wisconsin is adapting to modern pressures. We also look at the broader Wisconsin Amish population increase and what it signals for the future of land use in the Midwest. Enjoyed this one? More on how rural America is really changing, every week:    / @amishfaithtoday