Wisconsin

Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE)

November 17, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports was first proposed by Governor Evers in his 2021-23 budget. In December 2021, the Governor signed subsequent legislation (Assembly Bill 314, now 2021 Wisconsin Act 92) which invests up to five million dollars [Read More …]

Wisconsin Cover Crop Conference begins December 13, 2022

November 16, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

New for winter of 2022, the Wisconsin Cover Crop Conference bridges the gap between the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection producer-led workshop and the annual Discovery Farms Conference, to allow attendees to attend these [Read More …]

Organic cost share deadline extended

November 16, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Deadline to apply for USDA’s Organic Certification Cost Share Program now Dec. 9 The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has extended the deadline for organic food processors and producers to apply [Read More …]

Alice in Dairyland, Something Special from Wisconsin™ Holiday Campaign to Highlight Local Businesses, Products

November 16, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

With the holiday season just around the corner, many consumers are in search of gifts and ingredients to make their holidays special. As you shop for ingredients for your holiday feast and unique gifts for [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Nominations for Produce Safety Advisory Council Seats

November 8, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is now accepting nominations for the Produce Safety Advisory Council (PSAC). Two seats are available: one for a representative of a nonprofit education institution, [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin on DairyBusiness News

Holidays Are Big For Wisconsin Cheesemakers

October 27, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

To drive more demand for your milk, DFW supports the nation’s major grocery stores as they guide consumers’ cheese purchases with a variety of in-store promotions such as price ads, point-of-sale materials, sampling or tasting [Read More …]

Check runoff risk prior to spreading manure

October 27, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Check the runoff risk advisory forecast before spreading manure on fields The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is reminding farmers and manure applicators to check the runoff risk advisory forecast before spreading manure on fields. [Read More …]

DATCP Dairy Processor Grant Application Open through January 30

October 25, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for dairy processor grants through January 30, 2023. These grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain the [Read More …]

Enter the 2023 United States Championship Cheese Contest today

October 24, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Enjoy a special entry rate on all submissions of cheese, butter, yogurt, and dry dairy products now through December 1 The entry window is now open for the 2023 United States Championship Cheese Contest! Enjoy [Read More …]

Finalists in WFBF’s inaugural 35 Under 35 program

October 21, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Program recognizes the creativity and innovation of young farmers and agriculturists Thirty-five individuals have been selected as Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s 35 Under 35 Award finalists. The award is presented by WFBF’s Young Farmer and Agriculturist [Read More …]

University of Wisconsin’s Milo Wiltbank to lead DCRC’s October 27 webinar

October 17, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Mark your calendar to attend the next Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar, scheduled for Oct. 27, starting at 1 p.m. Central time (USA/Canada). Milo Wiltbank, University of Wisconsin professor of animal and dairy [Read More …]

Registration open for CheeseCon 2023

October 17, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Visit CheeseCon.org for special discounts Make plans now to join the global dairy processing community at CheeseCon 2023, set for April 4-6 in Madison, Wis. Registration began Oct. 12 at CheeseCon.org for the world’s premier cheese, butter, [Read More …]

Grow dairy product sales through export workshop

October 11, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

WCMA’s Dairy Export Workshop is set for Tuesday, Nov. 3 Learn how to set up and sustain a robust dairy export program with support from Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA). Register now at WisCheeseMakers.org to join in [Read More …]

Wisconsin Participates in National Ag Policy Discussions

October 4, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

This week Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in the 2022 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Annual Meeting. The meeting, held September 26 – [Read More …]

Levi Nelson Honored as Wisconsin Dairy Athlete of the Month

October 3, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

First recipient is recognized in WisSports.net and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin partnership Varsity footballer, Levi Nelson of Heartland Ridge Farm/Ter-Rae Farms, Inc., Ellsworth, Wisconsin, is the first recipient of the Wisconsin Dairy Athlete of the [Read More …]

Global Dairy Symposium Registration to Close September 30

September 26, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages dairy industry professionals to register for DATCP’s Global Dairy Symposium by September 30, 2022. The symposium will be held at World Dairy Expo® on [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Safety & Health Week

September 16, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Theme of this year’s observation is, “Protecting Agriculture’s Future” Wisconsin’s Governor has issued his proclamation for “Wisconsin Farm Safety and Health Week,” a tradition started a few years ago to parallel National Farm Safety and [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Back to School Initiatives

September 1, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Adopt a Cow program offers an exciting look inside the world of dairy farming, and it’s free for teachers and students! This program is a partnership between the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and Discover Dairy, [Read More …]

Soil and Water Conservation Efforts Remain Strong across Wisconsin

August 30, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) Bureau of Land and Water Resource Management has released the 2021 Wisconsin Report on Soil and Water Conservation, which demonstrates the extensive state and [Read More …]

DATCP to Host Global Dairy Symposium at World Dairy Expo 2022

August 24, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will host a Global Dairy Symposium at World Dairy Expo® on Thursday, October 6, 2022, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The symposium is [Read More …]

DATCP Ready to Move Forward After Release of Funds for Agricultural Initiatives

August 17, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Agriculture is one of our state’s greatest assets and, given the right tools, farmers can feed their communities and the world. Gov. Tony Evers is committed to making sure farmers have the tools available [Read More …]

Team Crave Brothers named 2022 Grand Master Cheesemaker

August 16, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy manufacturers, supporters and enthusiasts gathered at the Saz’s Hospitality Pavilion at Wisconsin State Fair Park on Thursday evening, Aug. 11 for the Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction and the announcement of the 2022 [Read More …]

MOOOOve Back into the Classroom with a Cow for a Mascot

August 12, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Adopt a Cow program brings dairy education to 1,700 classrooms; Wisconsin enrollment is open Register now for the “Adopt a Cow” 2022-23 program by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and Discover Dairy. Via this free program, [Read More …]

Wisconsin Wins Quarter of All Awards at ACS (American Cheese Society) Competition

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin cheese, butter and yogurt makers win the most awards of any state, totaling more than one-fourth (26%) of all awards at the 2022 American Cheese Society Judging and Competition in Portland, Ore. That’s twice [Read More …]

Now Available in Wisconsin // Meet GoodSport, Sports drink made from MILK

July 21, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

GoodSport, a first-of-its kind natural sports drink with 3x the electrolytes and 33% less sugar than traditional sports drinks, has just arrived in Wisconsin retailers (including Festival Foods) just in time for you to beat the [Read More …]

Women in Conservation Celebrated in Wisconsin

July 20, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Highlighting the historic stewardship of women conservation professionals and educators, in addition to the increasing prominence of women owning and managing land in Wisconsin, Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed July 18–⁠24, 2022, as Wisconsin Women [Read More …]

Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE)

Wisconsin Cover Crop Conference begins December 13, 2022

Alice in Dairyland, Something Special from Wisconsin™ Holiday Campaign to Highlight Local Businesses, Products

DATCP Accepting Nominations for Produce Safety Advisory Council Seats

Holidays Are Big For Wisconsin Cheesemakers

Check runoff risk prior to spreading manure

DATCP Dairy Processor Grant Application Open through January 30

Enter the 2023 United States Championship Cheese Contest today

Finalists in WFBF’s inaugural 35 Under 35 program

University of Wisconsin’s Milo Wiltbank to lead DCRC’s October 27 webinar

Registration open for CheeseCon 2023

Grow dairy product sales through export workshop

Wisconsin Participates in National Ag Policy Discussions

Levi Nelson Honored as Wisconsin Dairy Athlete of the Month

Global Dairy Symposium Registration to Close September 30

Wisconsin Farm Safety & Health Week

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Back to School Initiatives

Soil and Water Conservation Efforts Remain Strong across Wisconsin

DATCP to Host Global Dairy Symposium at World Dairy Expo 2022

DATCP Ready to Move Forward After Release of Funds for Agricultural Initiatives

Team Crave Brothers named 2022 Grand Master Cheesemaker

MOOOOve Back into the Classroom with a Cow for a Mascot

Wisconsin Wins Quarter of All Awards at ACS (American Cheese Society) Competition

Now Available in Wisconsin // Meet GoodSport, Sports drink made from MILK

Women in Conservation Celebrated in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Inc. Executive Committee Open Meeting

Langer Farms & Ag Services Teams Up With Meristem to Serve Wisconsin Farmers

Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products winners

Spotlight signs of human trafficking, vitamin D research and Wisconsin groundwater and well-water production

What’s Your Communication Level? by John Ellsworth

Born of the Bond Series Premiere Shines Spotlight on Veterinary Care Deserts

Dairy’s Big GLP-1 Moment: 5 Risks Processors Need to Know

Summer Is Over: Use This Fall to Evaluate Summer Heat Stress