Wisconsin

DATCP Announces Appointment of Julie Lassa as Administrator

February 13, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski announced Julie Lassa as Administrator of the Division of Agricultural Development. “Julie has decades of experience with the agriculture industry, stakeholder relationships, and leadership,” [Read More …]

Wisconsin Livestock Owners Encouraged to Renew Their Premises Registration Now for 2025

February 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in partnership with the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC), is asking every livestock owner to renew and update their livestock premises registration. State law requires [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farmers Needed: Advocate at Ag Day at the Capitol on March 26

February 4, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Author Brian Reisinger to deliver keynote address, new agriculture showcase added Ag Day at the Capitol will be held March 26 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. This event is the largest gathering of farmers [Read More …]

Milk per Cow Increases Throughout Dairy Industry

February 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Milk per cow is increasing and with that, producer revenue per cow is increasing. Chart I shows the rate of growth for milk per cow. The increasing rate is currently 0.7% annually. The prior post [Read More …]

Is U.S. Milk Production Increasing?

January 29, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Is milk production in the U.S. increasing? In a word, “NO.” The charts below show the annual changes in milk production for the U.S. and the five largest milk producing states; California, Wisconsin, Texas, Idaho, [Read More …]

Couple with Wisconsin ties contributes $100,000 to Dairy Shrine for dairy youth scholarships

January 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy Shrine recently received a $100,000 contribution from Dr. Robert and Rebecca Ruehlow of Maysville, Missouri, to support college scholarships for students pursuing careers in the dairy industry. This major gift honors the memory of [Read More …]

DATCP Reminds Processors to Apply for Dairy Processor Grant through January 17

January 14, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for the next round of Dairy Processor Grants through January 17, 2025. A total of $200,000 is available for [Read More …]

USDA and Wisconsin Award $23.2 Million to Projects that Strengthen Food Supply Chain Infrastructure

January 8, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) to award $23.2 million for 30 projects through the [Read More …]

78th Alice in Dairyland Applications Open Through January 31

January 2, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply for the position of 78th Alice in Dairyland through January 31, 2025. As one of [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks District 4 Coordinator

December 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is seeking applicants for the position of District 4 Coordinator in West Central Wisconsin. Duties include working with volunteer Farm Bureau leaders in a six-county territory to develop and implement programs [Read More …]

Mike Strupp honored with Wisconsin Farm Bureau top award

December 16, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Mike Strupp, a dedicated member of the Washington County Farm Bureau, has been honored with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s highest award: Distinguished Service to Farm Bureau. The award recognizes Strupp’s significant contributions to the [Read More …]

Olson Re-elected President of WFBF, Preder Elected President of Rural Mutual Insurance Company

December 13, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Brad Olson was re-elected president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. Olson is a crop farmer near Frederic in Polk County. Joe Bragger from Independence in Buffalo County was re-elected to serve as WFBF Vice [Read More …]

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 …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin on DairyBusiness News

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 …]

DATCP Announces Appointment of Julie Lassa as Administrator

Wisconsin Livestock Owners Encouraged to Renew Their Premises Registration Now for 2025

Wisconsin Farmers Needed: Advocate at Ag Day at the Capitol on March 26

Milk per Cow Increases Throughout Dairy Industry

Is U.S. Milk Production Increasing?

Couple with Wisconsin ties contributes $100,000 to Dairy Shrine for dairy youth scholarships

DATCP Reminds Processors to Apply for Dairy Processor Grant through January 17

USDA and Wisconsin Award $23.2 Million to Projects that Strengthen Food Supply Chain Infrastructure

78th Alice in Dairyland Applications Open Through January 31

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Seeks District 4 Coordinator

Mike Strupp honored with Wisconsin Farm Bureau top award

Olson Re-elected President of WFBF, Preder Elected President of Rural Mutual Insurance Company

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

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