Wisconsin

DATCP Dairy Processor Grants Awarded and Next Application Period Open

December 12, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced seven Wisconsin dairy companies will receive a Dairy Processor Grant. The purpose of these grants is to help foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain [Read More …]

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Something Special from Wisconsin and Alice in Dairyland Celebrate Local Businesses this Holiday Season

November 21, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

As the holiday season approaches, the Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) program can help consumers choose products for meals and gifts that support local Wisconsin businesses. The red and yellow SSfW logo is a quick, reliable way [Read More …]

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New Report Reveals Wisconsin Dairy Industry Up 16%, Contributing $52.8 Billion to State’s Economy

November 21, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy Farm Production Supports More Than 120,000 Jobs Across Wisconsin The overall economic impact of Wisconsin’s dairy industry is bigger than ever, and dairy remains the leading sector of Wisconsin agriculture. This newly released data [Read More …]

Wisconsin’s agricultural industry tops $116.3 billion in increase from previous years; dairy sector represents 6.5% of state’s economic activity

November 20, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin’s agricultural production and food processing sectors represent 14.3% of the state’s total economic impact, contributing $116.3 billion in industrial revenues – an increase of 10.9% from 2017. Agricultural businesses in Wisconsin constitute 353,900 jobs [Read More …]

Dairy Innovation Hub to host Dairy Summit Nov. 20

November 4, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Dairy Innovation Hub will hold its fifth annual Dairy Summit conference on November 20, hosted by the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS). Formatted for a general audience, the Summit [Read More …]

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture: Thank You, Farmers

October 16, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Each day, farmers across Wisconsin care for their livestock, land, and crops. For them, it is more than just a job, but rather a lifestyle and a promise to care for the land just like [Read More …]

Wisconsin Dairyman Wins the 2024 Klussendorf Award

October 10, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Tom Cull of Lomira, Wis., was presented the 82nd Klussendorf Award, the highest recognition given to a dairy cattle showman in the United States during the 57th World Dairy Expo. Cull certainly embodies the attributes of previous [Read More …]

Wisconsin Youth Shine at 2024 WDE Youth Showmanship Contest

October 3, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

World Dairy Expo® welcomed 445 competitors to the colored shavings for the Youth Showmanship Contest on Saturday, September 28, and youth from Wisconsin rose to the top in the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Divisions. Brent [Read More …]

Foremost Farms Feature: Fifth Generation Homestead

September 9, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Near Lake Wisconsin on the fringes of the Driftless Region lies the Fifth Generation Homestead Farm in Lodi Wisc. For 125 years and across multiple generations, the Miller family has dedicated themselves to producing high-quality milk and [Read More …]

There’s Still Time! Register Today to Attend 2024 Water Tours!

September 6, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Go behind the scenes to see how Wisconsin cities, farmers and more protect the state’s water resources Wisconsin’s water supply affects everyone. Whether it is for drinking, cooking, bathing, recreation, manufacturing or farming, the quality [Read More …]

Wisconsin State Fair Celebrates the Best of Wisconsin Cheese at Annual Dairy Products Contest and Auction

August 20, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin’s rich cheesemaking tradition and excellence are celebrated annually at the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest and Auction, which shines a light on the innovation, passion, and dedication of cheesemakers in the State of Cheese. This [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers Should Be Wary of FMMO Changes

August 19, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The flow of raw milk is a complex ecosystem where producers, processors and consumers are interconnected. One crucial aspect of this chain is the concept of “make allowances,” which refers to the margin or compensation [Read More …]

DBIA Offers $10,000 Grants for On-Farm H5N1 Biosecurity Efforts

August 16, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Midwestern dairy farmers can apply now at WisCheeseMakers.org for reimbursement grants of up to $10,000 each to support on-farm biosecurity efforts amid the ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) in dairy cattle. Total pilot [Read More …]

Dr. Don Niles contributions to dairy farming and sustainability in Northeast Wisconsin

August 6, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Uplevel Dairy podcast is thrilled to announce the release of two compelling episodes featuring Dr. Don Niles, a renowned veterinarian and dairy industry innovator. In these episodes, Dr. Niles shares his transformative journey from [Read More …]

Ad Age Names Wisconsin Dairy CMO, Suzanne Fanning, Among Leading Women of 2024

July 31, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Ad Age, the leading global source of news and insights for the advertising and marketing industry, has recognized Suzanne Fanning, CMO of Wisconsin Cheese/EVP of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, as one of its Leading Women [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants Through September 9, 2024

July 30, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on September 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will award a total of up [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Announces 2025 Executive Committee and Welcomes New Board Members

July 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) board of directors announces the seating of nine board members and the Fiscal year 2025 Executive Committee. The DFW board re-elected Janet Clark, District 16 from Rosendale, as Board Chair [Read More …]

Amp Americas Completes RNG Facility, Partners with Wisconsin Dairy to Deliver Methane Solution to Community

July 23, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

A new dairy RNG project on the Wisconsin farm will reduce methane emissions by converting 90,000 gallons of dairy waste per day to renewable energy Amp Americas, a leading dairy renewable natural gas (RNG) company, [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Names 2024 YFA Award Finalists

July 23, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Eight Compete for WFBF’s Farming for the Future and Outstanding Agriculture Professional Awards The finalists have been named for Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Young Farmer and Agriculturist Farming for the Future and Outstanding Agriculture Professional Awards. [Read More …]

Mark your Calendar for ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

July 18, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

It’s no secret that agriculture is a key driver of Wisconsin’s economy and rural communities. In fact, agriculture delivers a total value of $105 billion to the state, making it critical for community members, elected [Read More …]

2024 Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest winners selected

July 11, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy manufacturers from throughout the state submitted over 460 entries for the 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest, which took place June 20 at the Wisconsin State Fair Park. The contest featured over 50 [Read More …]

Mark your Calendar for ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

July 10, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Public, local elected officials, legislators invited to family farms for tours, ice cream and conversations about shared resources It’s no secret that agriculture is a key driver of Wisconsin’s economy and rural communities. In fact, [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Offers New Member Benefit for H-2A Program

July 8, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farm Bureau is excited to announce an agreement with Great Lakes Ag Labor Service (GLALS) to offer an exclusive member benefit. The company helps farmers utilize the federal H-2A Temporary Agricultural Employment of Foreign Workers [Read More …]

ICYMI: Gov. Evers Celebrates America’s Dairyland Throughout June Dairy Month

July 5, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Gov. Evers today recapped his visits with dairy farmers, processors, producers, and local community and agricultural industry leaders celebrating June Dairy Month and America’s Dairyland across the state over the month of June. During the visits, Gov. Evers highlighted the strength of the state’s dairy industry as well as efforts [Read More …]

Farm Bureau Members Advocate in the Nation’s Capital

July 3, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farm Bureau members and staff were in Washington, D.C this week representing Wisconsin agriculture. The trip marked the completion of the WFBF Leadership Institute, a year-long leadership training program available to Farm Bureau members. [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Agricultural Producers in Wisconsin Impacted by Tornadoes and Flooding

July 2, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Agricultural operations in Wisconsin have been significantly impacted by recent tornadoes and flooding and the USDA is here to help. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help [Read More …]

Adjusting Nutrient Management Plans Due To Excessive Wet Conditions

July 1, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In nutrient management planning, we are always looking ahead to the future at the time plans are written. It is important to remember that they are plans and that plans can change. This spring, for [Read More …]

Wisconsin Dairy Producer Survey Deadline is June 30

June 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds dairy producers to submit their responses to the 2024 Wisconsin Dairy Producer Survey by the June 30 deadline. DATCP mailed the survey to licensed [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks Graphic Designer

June 24, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is seeking applicants for a graphic designer. Duties include applying art, design and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts, such as promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other [Read More …]

2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors Election Results Announced

June 18, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors election results. On July 1, 2024, the following dairy producers will begin a [Read More …]

DATCP Dairy Processor Grants Awarded and Next Application Period Open

Something Special from Wisconsin and Alice in Dairyland Celebrate Local Businesses this Holiday Season

New Report Reveals Wisconsin Dairy Industry Up 16%, Contributing $52.8 Billion to State’s Economy

Wisconsin’s agricultural industry tops $116.3 billion in increase from previous years; dairy sector represents 6.5% of state’s economic activity

Dairy Innovation Hub to host Dairy Summit Nov. 20

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture: Thank You, Farmers

Wisconsin Dairyman Wins the 2024 Klussendorf Award

Wisconsin Youth Shine at 2024 WDE Youth Showmanship Contest

Foremost Farms Feature: Fifth Generation Homestead

There’s Still Time! Register Today to Attend 2024 Water Tours!

Wisconsin State Fair Celebrates the Best of Wisconsin Cheese at Annual Dairy Products Contest and Auction

Dairy Farmers Should Be Wary of FMMO Changes

DBIA Offers $10,000 Grants for On-Farm H5N1 Biosecurity Efforts

Dr. Don Niles contributions to dairy farming and sustainability in Northeast Wisconsin

Ad Age Names Wisconsin Dairy CMO, Suzanne Fanning, Among Leading Women of 2024

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants Through September 9, 2024

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Announces 2025 Executive Committee and Welcomes New Board Members

Amp Americas Completes RNG Facility, Partners with Wisconsin Dairy to Deliver Methane Solution to Community

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Names 2024 YFA Award Finalists

Mark your Calendar for ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

2024 Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest winners selected

Mark your Calendar for ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Offers New Member Benefit for H-2A Program

ICYMI: Gov. Evers Celebrates America’s Dairyland Throughout June Dairy Month

Farm Bureau Members Advocate in the Nation’s Capital

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Agricultural Producers in Wisconsin Impacted by Tornadoes and Flooding

Adjusting Nutrient Management Plans Due To Excessive Wet Conditions

Wisconsin Dairy Producer Survey Deadline is June 30

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks Graphic Designer

2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors Election Results Announced

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage