Wisconsin

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 …]

New state budget continues efforts to increase agricultural exports, food processing capacity

July 10, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Budget continues funding crisis phone line, mental health counseling for farmers, as state officials say more producers are reaching out for help Evers’ administration leaders say the newly-signed biennial state budget will continue momentum behind [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Applauds State Budget Signature

July 7, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

This morning Gov. Evers signed the 2023-25 State Biennial Budget. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation praised the governor and the state legislature for their historic investments in rural infrastructure and the priority they put on [Read More …]

Dustin and Carrie Gingerich Receive Young Jersey Breeder Award

July 6, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Dustin and Carrie Gingerich, Shippensburg, Pa., were recognized awarded with the 2023 Young Jersey Breeder Award by The American Jersey Cattle Association on June 21 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. The Young Jersey Breeder Award is presented [Read More …]

Crave Brothers Takes Home 1st Place Accolades at Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest

June 28, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Five entries place in the Top 3 of their respective categories Five signature cheeses from Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese placed in the Top 3 in their respective classes at the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair Dairy [Read More …]

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Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Announces 2023 Board of Directors: New Leadership Empowers Dairy Industry

June 23, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP), proudly declares the certified results of the 2023 Board of Directors election. Among the candidates vying for [Read More …]

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Celebrates Legislative Action on SB 247

June 21, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Ag Coalition applauds the Wisconsin State Assembly and Senate after both voted unanimously to pass Senate Bill 247 yesterday. The bill, authored by Senators Marklein (R-Spring Green), Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) and Ballweg (R-Markesan), and [Read More …]

Select Sires adds Ann Marie Magnochi to communications team

June 20, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Ann Marie Magnochi, of Footville, Wisconsin, has been hired by Select Sires Inc. as a communications specialist. In this role, she will collaborate with team members and adjacent departments to create and implement digital communications [Read More …]

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Celebrates Legislative Action on SB 247

June 19, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Ag Coalition applauds the Wisconsin State Assembly and Senate after both voted unanimously to pass Senate Bill 247 yesterday. The bill, authored by Senators Marklein (R-Spring Green), Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) and Ballweg (R-Markesan), and [Read More …]

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Praises Senate passage of SB 247

June 9, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Ag Coalition applauds the action taken by the Wisconsin State Senate today after they voted unanimously to pass Senate Bill 247, authored by Senators Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) and Representatives Tranel (R-Cuba [Read More …]

2023 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Election Results Announced

June 8, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) 2023 Board of Directors election results. On July 1, 2023, the following dairy producers will begin a [Read More …]

Register Now For National Jersey Meetings In LaCrosse, Wisconsin

June 8, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The clock is winding down to attend the 2023 national meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc. Jump over to the meeting registration site today to sign up for the [Read More …]

Bob Nash of Ozaukee County has been named Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Hero of Hope

June 7, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Bob Nash of Ozaukee County has been named Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Hero of Hope in the organization’s third annual Heroes of Hope campaign. When disaster struck in Bob Nash’s community, he sprung into action to [Read More …]

Wisconsin: Experience A Local Dairy Event

May 30, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Local dairy breakfasts and events have been an iconic part of Wisconsin culture during June Dairy Month for nearly 50 years. Farm breakfasts are family-friendly events for all to enjoy. They offer opportunities for attendees [Read More …]

DATCP Continues Fee Holiday for Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program Fund

May 18, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will continue to waive the fee for the Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program (ACCP). This fee holiday for pesticide and fertilizer licensees, and farmers purchasing fertilizer, [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board Election Underway

May 8, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified 14 nominees that are eligible for election to the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors. Dairy farmers in affected districts have until [Read More …]

PDPW Accelerate Provides Opportunity for Enhanced Internships, Careers

May 8, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

New interactive program set for July 26 in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. Internships have become an essential element for many college students as they prepare themselves for the career opportunities that await after graduation. PDPW Accelerate™, a [Read More …]

Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council Members Announced

May 5, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the fourth Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. The selected members will be high school seniors during the 2023 – 2024 school year, and they [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Comments on FDA Milk Alternative Labeling

May 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

On April 24, Wisconsin Farm Bureau submitted comments to the FDA in opposition to their plant-based milk alternative labeling. In the comments, WFBF calls on FDA to vigorously enforce food standards regarding the labeling of [Read More …]

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

New state budget continues efforts to increase agricultural exports, food processing capacity

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Applauds State Budget Signature

Dustin and Carrie Gingerich Receive Young Jersey Breeder Award

Crave Brothers Takes Home 1st Place Accolades at Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Announces 2023 Board of Directors: New Leadership Empowers Dairy Industry

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Celebrates Legislative Action on SB 247

Select Sires adds Ann Marie Magnochi to communications team

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Celebrates Legislative Action on SB 247

Wisconsin Ag Coalition Praises Senate passage of SB 247

2023 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Election Results Announced

Register Now For National Jersey Meetings In LaCrosse, Wisconsin

Bob Nash of Ozaukee County has been named Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Hero of Hope

Wisconsin: Experience A Local Dairy Event

DATCP Continues Fee Holiday for Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program Fund

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board Election Underway

PDPW Accelerate Provides Opportunity for Enhanced Internships, Careers

Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council Members Announced

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Comments on FDA Milk Alternative Labeling

What’s Your Communication Level? by John Ellsworth

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

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