Wisconsin

USDA Announces February 25, 2022, Application Deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program

January 21, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Wisconsin is now accepting applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) through February 25, 2022, to be considered for funding in 2022. Through CSP, [Read More …]

DFW launches campaign to generate excitement and drive cheese sales

January 19, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Why has chocolate always dominated the season of love when here in Wisconsin we know that cheese is the real language of love? In a special promotion that goes from National Cheese Lovers Day [Read More …]

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Heart-Shaped Boxes of Wisconsin Cheese Return for 500 Unsuspecting Cheese Lovers

January 14, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

One Will Win a Trip to Wisconsin, the State of Cheese® Back by popular demand, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is giving away 500 heart-shaped boxes of Wisconsin Cheese, just in time for Valentine’s Day! This year, [Read More …]

Wisconsin Livestock Owners Reminded to Renew Their Premises Registration by July 31

January 12, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

This month, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in partnership with the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC), will begin sending more than 60,000 premises renewals to the state’s livestock owners. [Read More …]

Wisconsin Junior Holstein Convention

January 11, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

More than 350 Holstein members, chaperones, volunteers were in attendance The annual Wisconsin Junior Holstein Convention was hosted by the Waupaca and Waushara County juniors in Appleton, Wis., on December 28-30, 2021. More than [Read More …]

Volunteer at World Championship Cheese Contest

January 7, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Prepare entries, assist judges as they evaluate world-class dairy products Sign up now to support the 2022 World Championship Cheese Contest, set for March 1-3 in Madison, Wis. As the January 26 entry deadline approaches, [Read More …]

75th Alice in Dairyland Applications Open through February 4

January 6, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply for the 75th Alice in Dairyland position through February 4, 2022. As one of the [Read More …]

Ag Day at the Capitol is January 26

January 5, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Learn more about Wisconsin ag issues, meet with state legislators Ag Day at the Capitol will be held Jan. 26 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. This event is the largest gathering of farmers [Read More …]

Gov. Evers signs Wisconsin ag exports bill

December 8, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Bill to increase value of Wisconsin’s ag exports 25 percent by mid-2026 On Dec. 3, Gov. Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 314, now 2021 Wisconsin Act 92, relating to promoting the export of Wisconsin’s agricultural [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Katie Martin DiGangi on keeping it simple – top production, high fertility and low incidence of health problems.

December 3, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

“Keep it simple” is the theme at Darlington Ridge Farms in LaFayette County, Wisconsin. Katie Martin DiGangi talks with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News about the priorities at this 3700-cow operation – top production, high fertility [Read More …]

Event aims to connect Wisconsin farmers and schools in local food supply chains

December 3, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Gathering for a hearty meal is a rite of the holiday season. However, given supply chain issues, some favorite staples may have been in shorter supply this holiday season. Households are not the only [Read More …]

CentralStar awards employee team members

November 19, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, recently announced their employee team-member award winners for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. At almost 400 employees strong, CentralStar recognizes team members [Read More …]

DATCP Dairy Processor Grant Application Open through January 7

November 18, 2021 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 7, 2022. These grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and [Read More …]

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Alice in Dairyland, Something Special from Wisconsin™ holiday campaign to highlight local businesses, products

November 16, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Keep an eye out for the Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) logo when shopping for gifts As you shop for ingredients for your holiday feast and unique gifts for friends and family this year, the Wisconsin Department [Read More …]

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

November 15, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

As you shop for ingredients for your holiday feast and unique gifts for friends and family this year, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages you to keep an [Read More …]

The Dairy Signal Features Update from Wisconsin Government Leaders, Episodes on Silage Quality, Farmers Markets

November 15, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Free online episodes from PDPW help producers stay on top of industry news and trends Beginning Tuesday, November 16, three new episodes of PDPW’s The Dairy Signal™ will air. The Tuesday edition will review [Read More …]

Americans are Expected to Purchase 161 Million Pounds of Butter for the Holidays

November 11, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

That’s enough to bake more than 11 billion butter cookies!  As friends and family gather for the holidays, Americans are expected to purchase 161 million pounds of butter from the second week in November through Christmas. While [Read More …]

Gov. Evers announces $100 million for next round of state broadband expansion grants

November 11, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

The application for the next round of grant funding will be available on the PSC website on Dec. 1, 2021 Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), announced that [Read More …]

Do you have what it takes to be named Cheese Board Champion?

November 8, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Win a year’s supply of cheese for yourself and a friend, plus a cheese donation to the food pantry of your choice Wisconsin Cheese is on a nationwide hunt for the most creative holiday [Read More …]

Do You Have What It Takes to be Named Cheese Board Champion by The State of Cheese?

November 5, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Cheese Board Awards Are Officially Open Wisconsin Cheese is on a nationwide hunt for the most creative holiday cheese boards. Their six-week competition opens today, and any aspiring cheese board aficionado could be named champion, [Read More …]

DATCP announces details for Wisconsin Farm Support Program

November 4, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Eligible farmers should apply online through the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at revenue.wi.gov Under the direction of Governor Evers, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue [Read More …]

Wisconsin Women in Conservation Announces October Virtual Launch of Statewide Educator Network

October 20, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Citing the growing influence of women owning and managing land in Wisconsin, a coalition of agriculture and conservation organizations has announced the launch of a Wisconsin Women in Conservation Educator Network to convene, [Read More …]

What’s Squeaking? National Cheese Curd Day is October 15th

October 14, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin, The State of Cheese® Shares Everything You Need to Celebrate the Glorious Cheese Curd National Cheese Curd Day is upon us, and soon cheese lovers near and far will come together to collectively [Read More …]

Gov. Evers, WEDC announce $4.5 million to support expansion in Wisconsin’s dairy industry

October 11, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

The state of Wisconsin will be supporting the expansion of Agropur Dairy Cooperative in Little Chute Gov. Tony Evers announced the state of Wisconsin will be supporting the expansion of Agropur Dairy Cooperative in [Read More …]

Be Cyber Smart during Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October 6, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

We live in a world of electronic connectivity that requires individuals and businesses to approach cybersecurity with careful consideration in establishing, securing, and protecting their online accounts and information. Throughout October, the Wisconsin Department [Read More …]

Wisconsin Holstein Association to honor 2021 Wall of Fame Inductees at State Picnic

October 5, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Holstein Association is pleased to welcome Sunnyside Standout-TW, EDR V I Angie Melvina and Emil Titel as the 2021 Wall of Fame inductees The Wisconsin Holstein Association is pleased to welcome Sunnyside [Read More …]

Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO & Executive Director, Kathleen O’Leary, announces retirement

October 5, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Kathleen O’Leary, CEO and Executive Director, has announced her retirement from state service after 24 years Kathleen O’Leary, CEO and Executive Director, has announced her retirement from state service after 24 years in various [Read More …]

Frank Friar receives national outstanding service to agriculture award

September 30, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

Friar is a financial consulting and farm transition specialist with the Wisconsin DATCP’s Farm Center Frank Friar has received the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s (NASDA) 2021 James A. Graham award for [Read More …]

Wisconsin Advocates for Agriculture at National Meeting

September 28, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

This week, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) leadership participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) annual meeting, contributing in policy committee discussions, taking part in business [Read More …]

CentralStar accepts applications for 2022 summer internships

September 24, 2021 Sarah S News Team 0

CentralStar Cooperative serves dairy and beef producers in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana. They have nine, paid agricultural-related internship opportunities available for summer, 2022: six in artificial insemination (A.I), two in milk and diagnostic testing, and [Read More …]

USDA Announces February 25, 2022, Application Deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program

DFW launches campaign to generate excitement and drive cheese sales

Heart-Shaped Boxes of Wisconsin Cheese Return for 500 Unsuspecting Cheese Lovers

Wisconsin Livestock Owners Reminded to Renew Their Premises Registration by July 31

Wisconsin Junior Holstein Convention

Volunteer at World Championship Cheese Contest

75th Alice in Dairyland Applications Open through February 4

Ag Day at the Capitol is January 26

Gov. Evers signs Wisconsin ag exports bill

DairyVoice Podcast: Katie Martin DiGangi on keeping it simple – top production, high fertility and low incidence of health problems.

Event aims to connect Wisconsin farmers and schools in local food supply chains

CentralStar awards employee team members

DATCP Dairy Processor Grant Application Open through January 7

Alice in Dairyland, Something Special from Wisconsin™ holiday campaign to highlight local businesses, products

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

The Dairy Signal Features Update from Wisconsin Government Leaders, Episodes on Silage Quality, Farmers Markets

Americans are Expected to Purchase 161 Million Pounds of Butter for the Holidays

Gov. Evers announces $100 million for next round of state broadband expansion grants

Do you have what it takes to be named Cheese Board Champion?

Do You Have What It Takes to be Named Cheese Board Champion by The State of Cheese?

DATCP announces details for Wisconsin Farm Support Program

Wisconsin Women in Conservation Announces October Virtual Launch of Statewide Educator Network

What’s Squeaking? National Cheese Curd Day is October 15th

Gov. Evers, WEDC announce $4.5 million to support expansion in Wisconsin’s dairy industry

Be Cyber Smart during Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Wisconsin Holstein Association to honor 2021 Wall of Fame Inductees at State Picnic

Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO & Executive Director, Kathleen O’Leary, announces retirement

Frank Friar receives national outstanding service to agriculture award

Wisconsin Advocates for Agriculture at National Meeting

CentralStar accepts applications for 2022 summer internships

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