WASHINGTON, D.C. - In honor of National Ag Day, Congressman Derrick Van Orden joined Congressman Joe Neguse (D-CO) to introduce the bipartisan Agriculture Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Act, legislation aimed at improving access to mental health and addiction services for farmers and ranchers in rural commu...

MADISON, Wis., Mar 24, 2026 - As dairy gains renewed national momentum for its nutritional value and role in balanced diets, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) expands Born to Dairy: Wisconsin Originals with real Wisconsin dairy farmers showing up in unexpected places across the state: city buses and bill...

Jefferson, Wisconsin - The 4th annual Blessing of the Tractors occurs on Saturday, April 11th at 9am at St. Mark's Lutheran Church at 324 S. Sanborn Ave. "The Blessing of the Tractors is a celebration of our agriculture community -which we are all a part of," said, Dale Gaugert, organizer of the event which f...

APPLETON, WI - Volunteers have one week left to register for the 2026 Fox-Wolf Watershed Cleanup and guarantee a free event t-shirt. The annual cleanup takes place the morning of Saturday, May 2, bringing together more than 1,500 volunteers across 65+ sites throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Locations span the Fox-Wolf Wa...

DAIRY NEWS - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is providing new opportunities for dairy producers, including the ability to connect data and information from multiple systems on their farms to make better decisions and enhance herd management. The Smart Dairy Workshop presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) bri...

Key details to know Approximately 20,000 people expected to attend Event offers the latest innovations to help farmers grow and succeed Exhibitors from across the U.S. and Canada will fill the EAA grounds Oshkosh - Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is ready to welcome farmers back to the WPS Farm Show. The popular event k...

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers today signed Assembly Bill (AB) 180, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 116, to support the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as FoodShare in Wisconsin, which provides food assistance to over 700,000 Wisconsinites, including 270,000 kids. The bill, which Gov. Evers and the Ev...

The second-annual Great Green Bay junk drawer, garage and basement cleanout event, Saturday, April 11, 8 am- 2 pm in DePere, gives residents and local businesses the opportunity to declutter their junk drawer and storage (for free) by repurposing or recycling selected items. A joint effort of several local community o...

ROSEMONT, Ill. - Barbara O'Brien, president and CEO of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) and the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, announced she will retire at the end of her five-year term this fall. O'Brien was unanimously approved by the DMI Board of Directors as CEO on Oct. 11, 2021, and has since led the organization th...

Attention college students studying agricultural communications! The application window is now open for 2026 NAFB Foundation scholarships. This year, the NAFB Foundation will offer scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 each. This year's recipients will be recognized at the 2026 NAFB Convention in November, and ea...

ROSEMONT, Ill. - The dairy checkoff's new online tool is designed to help dairy farmers and their advisors more easily identify grants and funding opportunities for conservation and on-farm improvements. The Funding Opportunities Database, available through the Dairy Conservation Navigator, organizes federal, state and...

MADISON, Wis. - Consumers planning their spring travels are likely considering their transportation, lodging, food, recreational activities, and more. But the planning doesn't stop there. Travelers should also be preparing for scam prevention before, during, and after their trip. A few simple precautions can protect th...

MADISON, Wis. - National Ag Day is coming up on March 24, with this year's theme being "Together We Grow." In advance of this national day of recognition, I encourage all Wisconsinites to take time to thank their local producers for the hard work they do every single day to feed, clothe, and power the State o...

Farm broadcasting legend Orion Samuelson, long-time member of NAFB and retired Emeritus, passed away March 16, 2026, at the age of 91. Samuelson would have been 92 years old on March 31. Orion Samuelson, the "American Farmer's Best Friend," is a legend whose career is likely never to be duplicated. Affectiona...

MADISON, WI - The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) has announced the seven winners of a total of $29,000 in scholarship awards supporting future leaders in the dairy industry. These exceptional students will be recognized during the Novonesis Championship Cheese Auction at CheeseExpo on Wednesday, April 15 in...

WASHINGTON - National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today gave the following statement regarding the delay of the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) from July 1, 2026, to December 31, ...

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, six trade associations wrote a letter to President Trump urging him to unleash U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel production to bolster America's energy security during the conflict with Iran. The disruption in the global oil market is constraining diesel fuel supplies, which threatens to raise...

After months of negotiations with Republican lawmakers, Gov. Evers today celebrated the Wisconsin State Senate taking up two bipartisan bills to finally release $125 million in stalled investments to help clean up Wisconsin's water MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated the Wisconsin State Senate passing two bipar...

Gov. Evers has spent the last seven years working to secure a full year of postpartum coverage for Wisconsin families, having included provisions to do so in each of his four biennial budget proposals since being elected governor MILWAUKEE - Gov. Tony Evers today at Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee enacted Senate Bil...

ARLINGTON, VA - Tony Rice, Senior Director of Trade Policy at the National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council, testified today before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust on the maritime supply chain challenges faced by the U.S. dairy industr...

WASHINGTON (March 17, 2026) - "The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) is aware of online rumors that allege a new or unknown animal disease is circulating in a feedlot in the Texas Panhandle. These claims are false. Animal health officials from USDA, state officials in Texas, along with leaders at Texas ...

Bloomer, WI - Farmers, agricultural professionals, and community members are invited to attend the 2026 Beef & Dairy Forage Seminar on Friday, March 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Back 40 Dining & Cocktails in Bloomer, Wisconsin. Registration will begin at 11:15 a.m. The seminar will feature a series of pre...

MANITOWOC, WI - The Manitowoc County Historical Society: Museum and Pinecrest Village and Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center announce a new, combined field trip experience, Agriculture of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow, now available for school groups. The new program will welcome students in grades 4 - 12 to both destina...

DEFOREST, Wis. - Wisconsin Custom Operators, Inc. (WCO) recently awarded three scholarships to students pursuing further education. These students were selected based on leadership, civic engagement, academics, and volunteer activities related to agriculture. Students also submitted essays detailing their educational a...

MADISON, Wis. - Since the United States Treasury minted its final penny on November 12, 2025, some businesses in Wisconsin and across the country have begun rounding change in cash transactions to five-cent intervals, with different businesses utilizing different methods of rounding - some rounding up, some rounding do...

(Washington, D.C., March 16, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service today completed the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and issued the final record of decision for the Resolution Copper Project. The decision is now available on the agency's project page. This is another important project in advanci...

MANITOWOC, WI-The arrival of spring brings baby farm animals to Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center. The fourth annual Spring Baby Fever event returns bigger than ever, expanding from a single-day celebration to multiple days of baby animals and special guests. The event takes place March 28 and March 31 through April 4. F...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council, and the Consortium for Common Food Names praised Friday's signing of a U.S.-Ecuador agreement on reciprocal trade. The agreement would improve export opportunities for U.S. dairy products in a market that has been plagued by restrictive ...

JANESVILLE, WI - The Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association (WATA) is proud to announce that seven key partners and leaders have been nominated for the prestigious 2026 Governor's Tourism Awards. Representing the fastest-growing segment of the state's $25.8 billion tourism industry, these nominees exemplify the lea...

MADISON, Wis. - In an effort to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is suspending all poultry shows, exhibitions, swap meets, and movement of poultry to other events in the following southern Wisconsin counties: C...

The Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association invites visitors to experience the joy of spring on Wisconsin farms with the launch of the Spring Babies on the Farm Digital Passport. This free, mobile-friendly pass connects families and animal lovers with farms across the state where they can meet newborn animals, ...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced that 18 projects are receiving grant funding for the 2026 Commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP). Funded by 2025-2027 biennial budget which was signed by Governor Evers, these grants aim to refine and...

MARSHFIELD, Wis. - A series of free community suicide prevention trainings will be offered across Wisconsin with special focus on supporting farmers, first responders, military personnel and veterans. The events are part of a community outreach initiative organized by the Marshfield Clinic Veterans Care Coordinator (Ve...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting bids from counties to host the Alice in Dairyland Finals in the following years: 2028 (81st Alice in Dairyland), 2029 (82nd Alice in Dairyland), and 2030 (83rd Alice in Dairyland). The request for proposals is av...

MARSHFIELD, Wis. - A series of free community suicide prevention trainings will be offered across Wisconsin with special focus on supporting farmers, first responders, military personnel and veterans. The events are part of a community outreach initiative organized by the Marshfield Clinic Veterans Care Coordinator (Ve...

DAIRY NEWS - A new workshop from Professional Dairy Producers? (PDP) will give dairy owners and upper-management teams an inside look at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies that are increasingly useful in today's operations. The PDP Smart Dairy Workshop will show attendees how to evaluate AI-enabled tools, in...

March 9, 2026 - Chelsea Good, founder of Good & Associates, will lead a session at the Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2026 Stakeholders Summit discussing why animal agriculture cannot opt out of political advocacy. The 2026 Summit, themed "High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein," is set for May...

ROSEMONT, Ill. - Applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America's dairy farmers and importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB). Eleven scholarships worth $2,500 each will be awarded, in addition to a $3,500 James H. Loper Jr. Memorial Scholarship to on...

Manitowoc, Wis- Farmers, agricultural professionals, and next-generation producers are invited to attend the Farm Forward Conference on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center. The one-day event will focus on one of agriculture's most pressing challenges: successful farm transition and succession...

(Washington, D.C., March 10, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it has awarded over $26.8 million to grant projects through the Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP). The program helps local and regional food entities develop, coordinate, and expand producer-to-consumer marketing, local...

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced $328,300 to improve nearly 940 miles of county forest roads in 24 rural counties across the state to maintain local roads and support rural economies statewide. Each year, county forests generate approximately ...

DAIRY NEWS - The inaugural Alan Koepke Memorial Scholarship was presented to Megan Mosgaller of Iron Ridge, Wis., during the opening session of the 2026 Professional Dairy Producers? (PDP) Business Conference, Wednesday, March 4, in Madison, Wis. Currently a student at University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Mosgaller is ...

March 26th, 2026, from 6:00-8:30PM Jordan Park Lodge 5800 Jordan Rd Stevens Point, WI 54482 $5 Per Person Fee Collected at the door With cattle prices at record highs, margins remain tight and good management is critical to successful cattle finishing. Join UW Madison Extension Regional Educators and Specialists for a ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 6, 2026 - The National Pork Producers Council proudly announced the recipients of the 2026 Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship, the Neil Dierks Scholarship, and the inaugural U.S. Pork Center of Excellence (USPCE) Swine Legacy Scholarship during the National Pork Industry Forum in Kans...

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 6, 2026 - The National Pork Producers Council elected new officers and board members to lead the organization through the 2026-2027 term. These experienced leaders will guide NPPC's advocacy efforts, advancing policies that support the growth, sustainability, and long-term resilience of the U.S....

NEW ORLEANS - National Farmers Union (NFU) honored Dr. Dale McCall of Colorado and Joe Logan of Ohio with awards for Meritorious Service to Farmers Union and to American Agriculture, the highest honor presented by Farmers Union. "The 2026 recipients of the Meritorious Service Award embody a lifelong commitment to ...

(Washington, D.C., March 9, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) today announced a construction contract with Mortenson Construction to build a new sterile fly production facility at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, Texas. This facility is a key component in Secretary Ro...

DAIRY NEWS - Dan Natzke was awarded with the prestigious Dean Strauss Leadership Award on Wed., March 4, at the 2026 Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) Business Conference in Madison, Wis. Natzke owns and manages Wayside Dairy LLC near Greenleaf, Wis., with his son Jeremy Natzke, daughter Jenna Nonemacher and Jesse Dvo...

Gov. Evers to travel across the state, highlighting newly launched film office that will bring creative endeavors to Wisconsin's doorstep, bolster travel and tourism economy, and strengthen the film industry in Wisconsin MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, during his 2026 State of the State address last month, announced the hi...

MAUSTON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association (WCA) hosted its Annual Meeting and Winter Conference in Mauston, bringing together members and industry partners from across the state to discuss policy, leadership, and the future of Wisconsin's beef industry. Highlighting the meeting, members elected Jared Geiser...

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 5, 2026 - On behalf of American pork producers of all sizes, the National Pork Producers Council praised House Agriculture Committee passage of Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson's (R-PA) bipartisan Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Commonly referred to as Farm Bill 2.0, the leg...

MADISON, WI - After three days of intense competition, a rich, nutty, cow's milk cheese has been named the 2026 World Champion Cheese. The cheese, Beemster Royaal Grand Cru, is made by CONO Kaasmakers in Westbeemster, Netherlands. With an impressive score of 98.68 out of 100, Beemster Royaal Grand Cru topped 3,375 ent...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock in Walworth County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint i...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock in Jefferson County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint ...

DAIRY NEWS - Dairy producers from 25 states and Canada gathered March 4-5, in Madison, Wis., for the 2026 Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) Business Conference to glean the latest insights from the brightest minds in the industry. The program featured more than 50 learning sessions led by industry experts, leadin...

MADISON, Wis. -- Wisconsin dairy artisans earn 135 awards, including 44 best of class honors, more than any state or country, and more than the next five highest-earning competitors combined at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest. The results highlight the remarkable range of award-winning cheeses crafted in Wis...

NEW ORLEANS - Delegates to National Famers Union's (NFU) 124th Anniversary Convention today cast their ballots to unanimously re-elect Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley as the organization's President and Vice President, respectively. Each will serve another two-year term. "I am honored to have been given the full faith ...

After delays from Trump Administration, new data shows Wisconsin's outdoor recreation industry grew 3.8 percent in 2024, breaking records for the third year in a row MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Anne Sayers and Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation Director Cassie...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds current high school juniors to apply now for the next Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2026. To apply, students must complete an electronic application including a b...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the six top candidates to become the 79th Alice in Dairyland. The top candidates are Faith Baerwolf, Kelly Herness, Gabrielle Huitema, Jessica Moor, Anastasia Poull, and Michelle Stangler. Prior to being selecte...

DMI's Kuda Lamin-Bangura, Senior Vice President of Scientific Affairs, and Katie Bambacht, Vice President of Nutrition Affairs at the National Dairy Council, chat with DMI's Scott Wallin about what the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which strongly affirm dairy's role as an essential part of a healthy diet,...

ROSEMONT, Ill. - The dairy checkoff has unveiled Dairy Does More, a national marketing communications platform to help grow demand by reshaping how consumers think about dairy foods. Developed by Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), the initiative brings to life the Undeniably Dairy brand in a contemporary way and reflects a l...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting public comment on its 2026 spongy moth aerial treatment plans. Treatment plan maps, spray information, fact sheets, and other resources can be found at smaerialspray.wi.gov. "The outbreak-level spongy moth p...

(Washington, D.C., March 4, 2026) - Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, joined by U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy. Jr., and National Nutrition Advisor at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Dr. Ben Carson announced the USDA's commencement of the Dietary Guidelines...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 27, 2026 for one seat on the Wisconsin Cherry Board. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Producers must sign and postmark completed nomination forms by March 27, 2026 a...

MADISON, Wis. - This week, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is celebrating two observances proclaimed by Governor Evers: National Consumer Protection Week and National Weights and Measures Week. DATCP's Bureau of Consumer Protection and Bureau of Weights and Measures work y...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting multiple nominations for the Farm to School Advisory Council until May 15, 2026. Members serve three-year terms, and the council meets quarterly. The nomination form and more information is available at AgDevelop...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock in Jefferson County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint ...

The Wisconsin State Assembly wrapped up for the 2025-26 legislative session on Friday, February 20, 2026 with the passage of key bills related to agriculture, workforce development, and food access. Throughout this legislative session, Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) worked alongside stakeholders to make the voices of fa...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for nine seats on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors. Nominations will be accepted from February 27 through March 27, 2026. The nine districts up for election include: District 1 ...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard poultry flock in Dane County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint inciden...

MADISON, WI - Mark your calendars and join the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) Tuesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for the World Championship Cheese Contest! Members of the public are invited to visit the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center in Madison, Wiscon...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, is offering a series of no cost, hands‑on workshops to help veterinarians, livestock producers, and others strengthen their on‑farm and on-si...

Eau Claire, WI - March 20, 2026 - The UW-Madison Division of Extension is hosting the Chippewa Valley Healthy Water Summit, a one-day educational event designed to increase water quality awareness by providing local information that enables community members to make informed decisions. The summit will be held on Friday...

Oshkosh - Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is ready to welcome farmers from across Wisconsin back to a springtime tradition that continues to help them succeed and thrive. The WPS Farm Show returns in one month, taking place March 24-26 at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) grounds in Oshkosh. WPS hosts the WPS ...

MADISON - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting comments through March 2, 2026 for a proposed special pesticide registration to control weeds in potatoes. The special registration proposed by DATCP is for Linex® 4L herbicide, which is manufactured by Tessenderlo...

Grants support businesses and organizations in eight counties across the state that offer training for in-demand driving occupations MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced nine businesses and organizations in eight Wisconsin counties across the ...

MADISON, WI - Green Bay area dairy manufacturers are set to compete for the coveted title of World Champion at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest®, set for March 3-5 at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Their products are among 3,375 entries across 150 classes of da...

The 46th Annual Convention of the Wisconsin FFA Alumni & Supporters was held February 20-21, 2026, at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton. This year's theme, "Volunteer Spirit On the Rise in 2026," emphasized networking, resource sharing, education, and fellowship. Approximately 300 FFA Alumni members ...

February 20, 2026 - DAIRY NEWS - From travel packages to artwork and diamond necklaces to cheese baskets, tools and much more, there is something for everyone to bid on in the 2026 silent auction to benefit Dairy's Foundation?. All proceeds from the annual auction will support education and leadership development progr...

February 19, 2026 - The Animal Agriculture Alliance is seeking applicants to join the rankings of Animal Ag Allies in 2026. The Animal Ag Allies program, launched in 2020, is a development program to empower farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, and industry professionals to be outspoken advocates for agriculture online an...

Would your fields benefit from tile drainage? Would a lift station benefit the system? Are solar-powered lift stations more cost effective than running a power line? What regulations do I need to be aware of before I install tile? These questions, and more, will be addressed during the 2026 Ag Drainage update. The ev...

ARLINGTON, VA - Signup for the Dairy Margin Coverage Program ends Thursday. NMPF is urging farmers to apply for the program as part of a risk management strategy that helps dairy producers weather economic swings. "Dairy Margin Coverage is an essential part of a dairy farmer's business resilience," Gregg Doud...

DEFOREST, Wis. (Feb. 23, 2026) - Wisconsin Custom Operators members re-elected three directors and filled one corporate vacancy during the group's annual business meeting held Feb.18 in conjunction with the Forage Symposium at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. Re-elected to the board of directors were Joh...

MADISON, WI - The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today applauded members of the State Assembly for passing legislation to stabilize the FoodShare program and ensure continued access to nutritious dairy products, including high-protein options like dairy-based protein bars, and to clarify PFAS liability stan...

(Washington, D.C., February 20, 2026) - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $150 million in assistance to American sugar beet and sugar cane farmers in response to temporary market disruptions and increased production and processing cost...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN) celebrated today's signing of a new U.S.-Indonesia trade agreement that would provide key market access expansions and protections for American dairy products. Following years...

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Wisconsin Association of FFA is recruiting interns to help share the celebration of FFA members leading up to and during the 2026 Wisconsin State FFA Convention, occurring June 15-18, 2026, in Madison, WI. The goal of the internship positions is to provide collegiate students an opportunity to ga...

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter urging President Donald Trump and the Trump Administration to back off its latest plans to import beef from Argentina and instead support and protect the livelihoods of American farmers, ranchers, and producers. This is the second letter Gov. Evers has sent, having previously sen...

RLINGTON, VA - Dairy farmers thanked USDA and Sec. Brooke Rollins for taking steps to boost low milk prices and expand dairy consumption through significant Section 32 purchases of a balanced, effectively targeted mix of dairy products, including the first major butter purchases in five years. "Dairy farmers have ...

WASHINGTON - National Farmers Union President Rob Larew issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court decision on tariff authorities. "We appreciate the Court providing clarity on tariff authority. However, many family farmers and ranchers have already felt the consequences of this tariff agenda....

WASHINGTON (February 20, 2026) - Today, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) welcomed the announcement that U.S. beef exports will now have duty-free access to Indonesia. Gaining access to the Indonesian market, where U.S. beef has faced significant barriers, has been a priority for NCBA for years. As part ...

In this conversation, Layten Sobieski, a state sentinel for the FFA, shares his journey in the organization, highlighting the importance of FFA in developing leadership skills and career readiness among students. He discusses the various events during National FFA Week, the inclusivity of the organization, and encourag...

The Kewaunee County Farm Technology Days Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications from students. This scholarship is open to any student beyond the first half of post-secondary education, in the 3rd or 4th year of college, in the second year of a two-year program, in the second half of a program, or in a gra...

MADISON, WI - Midwestern dairy businesses can prepare now to apply for a total of at least $2 million in Dairy Business Builder grants offered by the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), opening February 23. The funding will be available to small- to medium-sized dairy farmers, manufacturers, and processors in Il...

WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 17, 2026 - The National Pork Producers Council applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to update the New Swine Inspection System's line speed regulations to increase efficiency at pork processing plants. The proposal aims to remove maximum line speed limits for establishments ...

Governor announces new partnership to explore Nuclear Energy in Wisconsin, plans to purchase renewable energy to power state agencies MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2026 State of the State address, announced new efforts to help bolster clean energy in Wisconsin, helping to further advance the goals of W...

Highly anticipated film office will bring creative endeavors to Wisconsin's doorstep, bolster travel and tourism economy, and strengthen film industry in Wisconsin MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2026 State of the State address, announced the highly anticipated launch of Wisconsin's new film office, Film...

Governor announces two new apprenticeship pathways in healthcare and education careers, workforce training grants for advanced manufacturing and AI sectors, and efforts to advance startup companies with high-growth potential MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, during his 2026 State of the State address, celebrated that for the...

DAIRY NEWS - The countdown is on to the 2026 Business Conference presented by the Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP), set for March 4-5, 2026, at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis. This two-day event is the premier opportunity for every member of the dairy team to network, grow and learn, including discove...

WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 13, 2026 - In a key win for U.S. pork producers, President Trump has finalized a beneficial trade agreement with Taiwan, a direct result of the National Pork Producers Council's long-fought effort to secure greater market access in the Asian nation. "Our 15-plus year endeavor to break down t...

WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 13, 2026 - U.S. pork producers are one step closer to critical regulatory certainty-and consumers closer to keeping pork affordable-with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson's (R-PA) Farm Bill 2.0, which includes a federal fix to the massive issues caused by the impe...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council and the Consortium for Common Food Names commended the signing late yesterday of a landmark trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan that will eliminate tariffs on all U.S. dairy products and preempt nontariff barriers that co...

ARLINGTON, VA - From NMPF President & CEO Gregg Doud: "NMPF thanks Chairman Thompson, House Agriculture Committee members, and their staffs for working to put together a farm bill that will bring greater certainty to producers at a difficult time. Dairy farmers look forward to working with House members and se...

MADISON, Wis. - Applications are now available for the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. Current high school juniors are encouraged to apply through March 31, 2026. "I am pleased that DATCP is recruiting for its seventh Wisconsin Agriculture Youth...

The Essential Guide to Healthy Hooves: Insights from a Professional Trimmer Joanna Guza recently sat down with Michael Kocourek, a professional hoof trimmer, to get his expert perspective on the most critical factors for maintaining optimal cow hoof health. Here are the key takeaways from our interview: Cow Comfort is ...

(Edinburg, TX, February 9, 2026) - Today at Moore Air Base, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and Governor of Texas Greg Abbott celebrated a significant achievement in the fight against New World Screwworm (NWS) with the completion of a U.S.-based sterile fly dispersal facility in Edinburg, Texas. This fa...

Madison, WI - A broad coalition of agribusinesses and hunger relief groups today urged Wisconsin lawmakers to address an urgent need for $69.2 million in FoodShare funding, in the wake of federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) which shifted 75 percent of administrative costs to states. ...

February 11, 2026 - The Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2026 Stakeholders Summit will open and close with two powerful keynote sessions focused on leadership and collaboration across the animal protein value chain. The 2026 Summit, themed "High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein," is set for May 5-7 ...

VERONA, Wisc. - The Wisconsin Beef Council (WBC) is excited to announce the kickoff of the 3rd Annual Wisconsin's Best Burger Contest. The Council is on a mission to find and celebrate the most mouthwatering 100% beef burgers crafted by Wisconsin's restaurants, bars and grills. Everyone has a favorite spot they choose ...

ROSEMONT, Ill. - The checkoff-founded Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy announced new board officers and members of the organization's executive committee, elected at its first meeting of the new year. The executive committee helps guide the board by advising on priorities and shaping the issues brought forward for full...

Tom Wild of Wild Seed Farms Inc., Antigo, Wisconsin, and Gary and Lynda Bula, owners of Gary Bula Farms Inc., Oxford, were inducted into the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Hall of Fame at the industry's Annual Awards Banquet held February 4, 2026, in Stevens Point. The WPVGA Hall of Fame h...

MADISON, WI - The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), proud host of the World Championship Cheese Contest®, today announced the distinguished panel of 56 dairy industry experts selected to evaluate an impressive 3,375 entries at the 2026 competition. Dairy manufacturers in 24 countries, 33 U.S. states, and...

The Rural Firefighters Delivering Agriculture Safety and Health (RF-DASH) online course is now live. The free course is part of the broader RF-DASH program, run by the National Farm Medicine Center, Marshfield Clinic Research Institute. RF-DASH aims to equip rural first responders with agricultural health and safety kn...

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced counties and municipalities across the state received more than $151 million in the first quarterly payments for 2026 for General Transportation, Connecting Highway, and Expressway Policing Aids to repair, main...

A new grant program at the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) is looking for entrepreneurs, scientists, and established companies with innovative technologies to convert dairy co-products, like permeate and acid whey, into higher value products like bioplastics, organic acids, and food ingredients. CDR's Accelerate Biotec...

MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in the 2026 Winter Policy Conference in Washington, DC on February 2 - 4, 2026. The conference is coordinated by the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) and conve...

In addition to its annual Hall of Fame induction, the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) presented several other annual Industry Awards during a banquet on February 4, 2026, in Stevens Point. The WPVGA Associate Division Business Person of the Year Award was presented to Penney Hammer of Pro...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN) celebrated the signing of a U.S.-Argentina Agreement on Reciprocal Trade and Investment late yesterday that includes tariff and nontariff barrier concessions for U.S. dairy export...

At a brief meeting held immediately following the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Annual Meeting, February 5, in Stevens Point, the WPVGA Board of Directors elected Wendy Dykstra of Alsum Farms Inc., Friesland, as its first-ever woman President for 2026. Dykstra (District 3) succeeds John B...

The Rural Firefighters Delivering Agriculture Safety and Health (RF-DASH) program will conduct another training, Thursday, Feb. 26, in Wimauma, Fla. This is the first training to be hosted in Florida and the first training in the southeastern United States. "The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricu...

Peninsula Pride Farms held its annual meeting on Feb. 3 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. More than 85 farmers, ag professionals and community members came to listen to an impressive lineup of speakers and to discuss the advancements made by the farmer-led watershed group over the past year. This year's meeting was especi...

WASHINGTON - As Americans prepare to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday, National Farmers Union (NFU) is drawing attention to a different kind of matchup: family farmers and consumers versus corporate monopolies that aren't playing fair. The "Farmer's Share of the Food Dollar: Super Bowl Edition" report release...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 3, 2026) - The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) announced today that Wine Glass Ranch in Imperial, Nebraska, is the 2025 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) National winner. The award, which annually recognizes the outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievem...

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. - Farmers and ag professionals are invited to "Checking Your Farm Pulse in Today's Markets" on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at Dixon's Autumn Harvest, 19947 Co Hwy J, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729. Decision making in agriculture often blends business, family, and long-term p...