Wisconsin

Wisconsin DATCP – A Resource and Partner

January 5, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A commentary by Secretary Randy Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) In 2023, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection worked to provide services, implement new programs, [Read More …]

Wisconsin NRCS Offers Big Opportunity for Small-Scale Operations

January 5, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Through the Conservation Stewardship Program Producers of all-sized operations should apply by February 9, 2024. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is encouraging farmers, agricultural producers and forest landowners in Wisconsin to apply for the Conservation [Read More …]

Wisconsin DATCP – A Resource and Partner

January 2, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

In 2023, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection worked to provide services, implement new programs, and continue to serve as a resource to the citizens of the state. While there were ongoing [Read More …]

Alltech Wisconsin announces dairy farm Most Valuable Employee Award winner

December 29, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Carlos Galvan of Weltzien Farms in Arcadia, Wisconsin, is this year’s award recipient Alltech Wisconsin is pleased to present the 2023 Most Valuable Employee (MVE) Award to Carlos Galvan of Weltzien Farms in Arcadia, Wisconsin. This award [Read More …]

Dairy First Award Recognizes Wisconsin Dairy Producer for Commitment to Milk Quality and Animal Well-being

December 21, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Tom Wegner of Ettrick, Wisconsin, was announced as the 2023 Dairy First Award Winner for his dedication to “Dairy First” practices Boehringer Ingelheim announced the 2023 recipient of its Dairy First Award, which celebrates a [Read More …]

Registration open for 2024 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum

December 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The 2024 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum, which has the theme “Rural Livability in Wisconsin,” is set for Tuesday, Jan. 23 on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The in-person event runs from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 [Read More …]

2024 Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference

November 30, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Women at the forefront of Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture community should plan to attend the Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference this January 12 and 13, 2024 at the Three Bears Resort in Warrens, WI. The Wisconsin Women in [Read More …]

Something Special from Wisconsin™ Celebrates Local Businesses this Holiday Season

November 27, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The holiday season is officially here, which means storefronts, television commercials, and online advertisements are filled with ideas for meals to share and gifts to give. As you make your holiday buying decisions, it’s easy [Read More …]

Two Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program Grants Accepting Applications Through November 22

November 15, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Two Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI-LFPA) Program grants are accepting applications now through 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. These two grants, the Direct-to-Farmer Grant and the Community Partners Grant, are funded through [Read More …]

Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference

October 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Women at the forefront of Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture community should save the date for the Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference this November 9 and 10, 2023 at the Three Bears Resort in Warrens, WI. The Wisconsin Women [Read More …]

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin

October 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

In observation of Governor Evers’ proclamation recognizing October 2023 as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin, DATCP is partnering with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) and Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) to share educational materials about [Read More …]

Wisconsin Participates in National Agricultural Policy Discussions

September 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Annual Meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming on September 10 – 13, 2023. While there, Romanski [Read More …]

Back to School a Reason to Recognize Agricultural Education

September 14, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Back to school is an exciting time for students, families, teachers, and communities across the state. As we share first day of school photos and settle into the new daily school schedule, we should remember [Read More …]

Clean Wisconsin, Wisconsin Farmers Union move to intervene in dangerous lawsuit targeting water protections

September 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

This week, Clean Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Farmers Union filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit that threatens a critical state water protection program. Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce originally filed suit against the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Applications for Dairy Processor Grants through October 13

September 11, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for dairy processor grants through October 13, 2023. These grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain the [Read More …]

Something Special from Wisconsin™ Companies Excel at State Fair Eats and Treats Competition

September 5, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Members of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) program won 22 of 37 awards at the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair Grand Champion Eats and Treats competition last month. [Read More …]

Van Orden’s Farm Bill Listening Session

August 28, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

On Aug. 16, Congressman Derrick Van Orden held a Farm Bill listening session attended by nearly 300 farmers, many of them Wisconsin Fam Bureau members. He was joined by House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Wisconsin Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought

August 21, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from severe and worsening drought conditions. Agricultural operations in Wisconsin are experiencing severe and worsening drought [Read More …]

Picture perfect weather boosts Wisconsin State Fair attendance to 1,043,350 fairgoers

August 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The numbers are in and officials are proclaiming the 172nd Wisconsin State Fair a success, with 1,043,350 fairgoers attending the 11-day event in West Allis, Wisconsin. “We’re blown away by the commitment our incredible [Read More …]

Opportunity Knocks! Ag Impact Statement Program Manager

August 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

DATCP is recruiting for an Agricultural Impact Statement Program Manager/ Conservation Land Use Specialist to join our team! Major responsibilities include: Preparation and publication of Agricultural Impact Statements (AIS) for public projects including highways, transmission lines, pipelines, airports, and [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Wisconsin Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought

August 14, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from severe and worsening drought conditions. Agricultural operations in Wisconsin are experiencing severe and worsening drought [Read More …]

DBIA Announces Upcoming Grant Opportunities

August 11, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) and the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) will begin accepting applications August 21 for two upcoming grant opportunities: the Dairy [Read More …]

Join Wisconsin Dairy Families for Tours, Conversations and Ice Cream at 2023 ACE Twilight Meetings

August 10, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Four dairy producers open their farm doors for tours and discussions Curious about how animals are cared for on today’s dairy farms? Have questions about how farmers use water and other shared resources? Make plans [Read More …]

Revised Wolf Plan Fails Farmers

August 7, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association and Wisconsin Corn Growers Association are disappointed with the revised 2023 Wolf Management Plan released by the Department of Natural Resources on August 1. The plan is slated [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin’s Chad Vincent Leads Groups to Advocate for Wisconsin Dairy Industry

August 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

CEO elected as Vice Chair of Wisconsin Agricultural Export Advisory Council Chad Vincent, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) CEO elected as Chair of the Wisconsin Agricultural Export Advisory Council. This council was created through the [Read More …]

Hromyak Hired as Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation Director

July 26, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

John Hromyak John Hromyak has been hired by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau as its Foundation Director. Hromyak will be responsible for strategizing, overseeing and managing the operations of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation. “I’m excited [Read More …]

Mark your Calendar for 2023 ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

July 20, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Local elected officials, legislators, public invited to tour family farms for tours, ice creamand conversations about shared resources As agriculture is increasingly integrated into the everyday lives of the American public, it’s imperative that rural [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Seats FY24 Executive Board and Welcomes Two New Directors

July 17, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Janet Clark Re-Elected as Board Chair and Appointed to United Dairy Industry Association The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) board of directors unanimously reelects Janet Clark as Board Chair at its annual election meeting. Clark [Read More …]

Wisconsin Beginning Farmer Resource Guide

July 14, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service in Wisconsin has collaborated with representatives from the Farm Services Agency; Risk Management Agency; Rural Development; Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection; and UW-Madison [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants through August 18

July 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2023 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants through August 18, 2023. DATCP will award a total of up to $200,000 in [Read More …]

Wisconsin DATCP – A Resource and Partner

Wisconsin NRCS Offers Big Opportunity for Small-Scale Operations

Wisconsin DATCP – A Resource and Partner

Alltech Wisconsin announces dairy farm Most Valuable Employee Award winner

Dairy First Award Recognizes Wisconsin Dairy Producer for Commitment to Milk Quality and Animal Well-being

Registration open for 2024 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum

2024 Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference

Something Special from Wisconsin™ Celebrates Local Businesses this Holiday Season

Two Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program Grants Accepting Applications Through November 22

Wisconsin Women in Agriculture Conference

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Participates in National Agricultural Policy Discussions

Back to School a Reason to Recognize Agricultural Education

Clean Wisconsin, Wisconsin Farmers Union move to intervene in dangerous lawsuit targeting water protections

DATCP Accepting Applications for Dairy Processor Grants through October 13

Something Special from Wisconsin™ Companies Excel at State Fair Eats and Treats Competition

Van Orden’s Farm Bill Listening Session

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Wisconsin Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought

Picture perfect weather boosts Wisconsin State Fair attendance to 1,043,350 fairgoers

Opportunity Knocks! Ag Impact Statement Program Manager

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Wisconsin Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought

DBIA Announces Upcoming Grant Opportunities

Join Wisconsin Dairy Families for Tours, Conversations and Ice Cream at 2023 ACE Twilight Meetings

Revised Wolf Plan Fails Farmers

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin’s Chad Vincent Leads Groups to Advocate for Wisconsin Dairy Industry

Hromyak Hired as Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation Director

Mark your Calendar for 2023 ACE Twilight Meetings on Four Wisconsin Dairies

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Seats FY24 Executive Board and Welcomes Two New Directors

Wisconsin Beginning Farmer Resource Guide

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants through August 18

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