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...

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...

MANITOWOC, WI-This Valentine's Day, Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center hosts its annual Piglet Day, inviting animal lovers of all ages to fall in love with adorable piglets. The event will take place Saturday, February 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., offering hands-on educational activities alongside opportunities to meet...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 27, 2026 for three seats on the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Potato growers in Districts 1, 2, and 3 are eligible to nominate board members or be nominated. Potato growers should re...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 3, 2026) - Winners of the 2026 Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Awards were announced today during CattleCon 2026 in Nashville. The BQA Awards annually recognize outstanding beef and dairy producers, marketers, and educators that best demonstrate animal care and handling principles as part of day-to-...

(Jakarta, Indonesia, February 3, 2026) - As part of the Trump Administration's efforts to expand American agricultural exports, Luke J. Lindberg, Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, announced that USDA is expanding financing options under the Export Credit G...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council today commended USDA's Food for Peace funding allocations for fiscal year 2025 that include support for Ready-to-Use Supplementary Foods that incorporate milk powders. The announcements follow a USDEC and NMPF request for continued sup...

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America welcomed Treasury's proposed rules for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. While the credit has been available since January 2025, producers and farmers have struggled to capitalize on it with only minimal guidance. Today's proposal responds to taxpayer comments on...

DAIRY NEWS - Two days of educational sessions, hands-on learning and previews of dairy research and innovative technologies are all in store for dairy producers attending the 2026 Business Conference presented by the Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP). The 2026 conference will be held March 4-5 at the Alliant Ener...

APPLETON, WI - Registration is now open for the 2026 Fox-Wolf Watershed Cleanup, a region-wide volunteer event that brings together people of all ages to remove trash from parks, trails, riverbanks, lakeshores, and more. The Cleanup will take place on Saturday, May 2, with over 65 sites available across the Fox-Wolf Wa...

Dr. Tom Richard, retired professor from Penn State University, explains how photosynthesis can be an important tool in solving our climate challenge. To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. Check out USFRA's report on the "Potential for U.S. Agriculture to be Gre...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council and Consortium for Common Food Names welcomed the United States' signing of reciprocal trade agreements with El Salvador and Guatemala this week, underscoring the importance of reinforcing long-standing market access gains for U.S. dairy ...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for two seats on the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin through March 27, 2026. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Growers must sign and postmark completed nomination forms by March 27, 202...

WASHINGTON - National Farmers Union (NFU) celebrates the passage of the [insert bill name], sponsored by Sens. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Reps. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME). The resolution recognizes the vital role women play in agriculture, their contributions to rural economies...

(Jakarta, Indonesia, Feb. 1, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke J. Lindberg arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia, today to lead an agribusiness trade mission to expand market access and boost U.S. agricultural exports. The delegation includes 41 agribus...

Extension has released the dates for the revamped Manure 101 (manure applicator training), held in 13 locations around the state in February and March, with Spanish interpretation available at 3 events. Designed for both farms/farm employees who spread their own manure and professional manure applicators, the interacti...

A security freeze prevents new lines of credit from being opened in a consumer's name and stays in place until the consumer lifts it. A fraud alert requires that creditors take extra steps to verify a consumer's identity before extending them credit. Learn more about both options from DATCP's Credit Report Security Fre...

GREEN BAY, Wis. - Dairy farmers need to lead with purpose and shape their future and not just react to what happens, said Brett Sciotto of Idealyst Innovation during Dairy Strong, an annual conference focused on the most pressing issues and topics facing today's dairy farmers. "Dairy farmers need to be decisive ...

Agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States and Canada. Further, the unique hazards present on agricultural operations can pose challenges to firefighters and EMS personnel responding to on-farm or on-ranch emergencies. As a result, it is very advantageous for first responders to pre-plan a...

WASHINGTON, January 28, 2026 - Super Bowl parties often feature takeout, delivery and foods that are served over several hours. To help prevent foodborne illness, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is reminding fans to keep food safety in play on game day. "When f...

GREEN BAY, Wis. - More than 300 people gathered at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay on January 15 for the annual Dairy Strong conference focused on the most pressing issues and topics facing today's dairy farmers. A premier event for dairy farmers and agribusiness professionals in the Midwest, Dairy Strong provide...

What agricultural policy items should you be keeping an eye on in 2026? Our guests share insight on workforce, trade and the farm bill while stressing the importance of advocacy with the turnover in Congress. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guests Heidi Fischer of Fischer-Clark Dairy and Michael Torrey of Torrey Ad...

Harbor assistance grants to support efforts to upgrade infrastructure and expand operations at five harbors and ports along Lake Michigan MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced Harbor Assistance Program grants totaling over $7.5 million for harbor...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2025 Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board (WCPB) election results. The following corn producers will start their three-year terms as elected members of the WCPB on February 1, 2026: District 1: Randall Woodruff, C...

GREEN BAY, Wis. - The Dairy Business Association honored Chuck Ripp of Ripp's Dairy Valley this evening with the association's Advocate of the Year award for his contributions to Wisconsin's dairy community. The award, sponsored by Vita Plus Corporation, was presented during DBA's Dairy Strong conference at the KI Conv...

(Washington, D.C., January 27, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service finalized revisions to its regulation governing federal oil and gas resources on National Forest System lands. The revision modernizes and streamlines the process for managing energy development across millions of acres. U.S. Sec...

WASHINGTON - National Farmers Union (NFU) submitted comments today to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restore crop insurance buy-up coverage for acres prevented from being planted, warning that recent changes weaken a critical risk management tool for farmers facing mounting economic pressure. "Family...

(Washington, D.C., January 27, 2026) - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins issued the following statement applauding President Donald J. Trump's support for the nationwide year-round sale of E-15: "Yet again President Trump is honoring his commitment to America's farmers and energy producers today in I...

MAUSTON, Wis. - Cattle producers from across the state are invited to attend the 2026 Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association (WCA) Winter Conference and Annual Meeting, set for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 at The Lodge at Mauston. This premier educational and networking event is open to both WCA members and non-members and will ...

MADISON, Wis. - It's Identity Theft Awareness Week. To help Wisconsin consumers and taxpayers protect themselves from identity theft, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) are partnering to promote best practices for identity theft preve...

Ahead of President's Iowa visit, letter draws attention to the peril of regulatory delays WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Clean Fuels Alliance America sent a letter to President Donald Trump highlighting the biodiesel, renewable diesel and SAF industry's contribution to U.S. energy security and rural prosperity, as the Preside...

MADISON, WI - The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today welcomed the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) award of over $11 million in new federal funding for the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiatives. Awards will go to four centers offering technical assistance and direct-to-business grants for da...

(Washington, D.C., January 21, 2026) - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of the New World Screwworm (NWS) Grand Challenge. This funding opportunity marks a pivotal step in USDA's comprehensive strategy to combat NWS and prevent its northward spread. "This is a strategic investmen...

Janesville, WI, January 2026 - "Hundreds of Wisconsin farms open their gates to visitors every year for two major reasons - to meet public demand, and to diversity and increase farm income," said Sheila Everhart, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association (WATA). "Today, we are ...

WASHINGTON (January 23, 2026) - The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) has opened applications for summer 2026 semester internships in the association's Colorado headquarters and Washington, D.C. office. Internships are available for public policy and meetings and events. "Since 1898, NCBA has been the t...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for the 2026 Tribal Elder Community Food Box Program grant through 11:59 p.m. on February 23, 2026. DATCP will award a total of up to $1.5 million through this program in 2026. Funded in Governor Ev...

MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), announced that $1 million will be awarded to 49 farmer-led groups to support producer-led conservation solutions by encouraging innovation and farmer participation in efforts to improve Wisconsin's s...

DAIRY NEWS - Dairy professionals will gather at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis., March 4-5 for the 2026 Business Conference presented by the Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP). "Dairy's Blueprint: Drafting Tomorrow's Success" will feature two days of world-class educational sessions, leading r...

As bipartisan negotiations continue, governor pleased new PFAS bill amendment reflecting agreed-upon changes thus far is set to be taken up today Staffing resources only major outstanding item to reach final, bipartisan deal as new PFAS bill amendments signal new hope for stalled PFAS investments MADISON - Gov. Tony ...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds individuals with a passion for promoting Wisconsin agriculture to apply for the position of 79th Alice in Dairyland through January 30, 2026. In this highly visible and fast-paced position, Alice in Dairyland serves a...

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...

Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Dr. Tom Richard, retired professor from Penn State University, about agricultural energy systems and the myriad of opportunities for farmers to improve efficiency. To stay connected with USFRA, join our newsletter and become involved in our efforts, here. Check out USFRA's re...

We're currently accepting applications for our 2026 scholarship program. We're offering $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors and current college students who will be enrolled in a two-year tech school or four-year college during the 2026-27 academic year. Applicants must be pursuing an agriculture rela...

$1,000 scholarships will be awarded to 10 students Friesland, Wisconsin, January 19, 2026 - Alsum Farms & Produce is proud to announce the grower, packer, shipper's high school senior scholarship program with awarding ten $1,000 scholarships to deserving students to further their education and invest in the future...

(Washington, D.C., January 19, 2026) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden today unveiled the Lender Lens on the Rural Data Gateway. This dashboard will make Rural Development's entire commercial guaranteed loan portfolio available to the public, guaranteed borrowers and commercial lend...

Over eighty family farmers and rural advocates gathered in Madison on January 14 for Wisconsin Farmers Union's annual Farm & Rural Lobby Day. Participants advocated for policy priorities set by the grassroots membership at the family farm organization's state convention in Wisconsin Dells in December 2025. They sp...

(Washington, D.C., January 15, 2026) - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins published an opinion piece in The Hill highlighting how the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, are prioritizing real food while also offering a blueprint for a healthy diet that is within reach for all households, regar...

(Washington, D.C., January 14, 2026) - Today, President Donald J. Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act in the Oval Office alongside U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., USDA National Nutrition Advisor Dr. Ben Carson, dairy farmers, ...

Jan. 14, 2026 - DAIRY NEWS - Organizations in New York, Ohio and Wisconsin will receive grant funding from Dairy's Foundation to support programs focused on building healthy and vibrant dairy communities across the United States. As the only public-held national foundation supporting dairy education and initiatives acr...

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, marking the most significant reset of federal nutrition policy in decades. The new Guidelines deliver a clear, common-...

Midwestern BioAg (MBA), a pioneer in biological and regenerative agriculture, announced the launch of HydraPrime™, a next-generation seed treatment technology designed to support faster, more uniform early-season crop establishment. Built for today's commercial seed treatment systems, HydraPrime helps seeds man...

APPLETON, Wis-Farmers, agricultural landowners, and conservation professionals are invited to attend the 2026 Farmer Roundtables, a pair of one-day events focused on soil health, conservation practices, and protecting water quality across the Fox-Wolf Basin. Attendees will leave with practical ideas they can apply on t...

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates. The rebate application is web-based and is available on DATCP's website until January 31, 2026, or until program funding is exhausted. DATCP administers this prog...

2026 theme is "High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein;" Nominate a farmer for an expense-paid trip January 13, 2026 - Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance opened registration for its 2026 Stakeholders Summit, themed "High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein." The 2026 event i...

The World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) is prepared and released by the World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB). The report is released monthly, and provides annual forecasts for supply and use of U.S. and world wheat, rice, coarse grains, oilseeds, and cotton. The report also covers U.S. supply and ...

Register now for the Dairy Strong conference Jan. 14-15 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. What will 2026 bring the dairy economy? Our guest emphasizes the importance of understanding demand curves and offers actionable insights for farmers to navigate the challenges ahead. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest David Widmar ...

PLATTE CITY, Mo. (January 14, 2026) - The National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) is pleased to announce the appointment of agriculture industry veteran Cindy Cunningham as the organization's Industry Engagement Director. She joins NAFB on Monday, Jan. 19. In this strategic role, Cunningham will focus on stren...

(Washington, D.C., January 12, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced important leadership changes within the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Dr. Michael Watson, APHIS Administrator, will retire at the end of January after decades of distinguished service, and Dr. Rosemary...

(Anaheim, CA, January 13, 2026) - Yesterday at the 107th American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced expanded enrollment for 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program and new Section 32 commodity purchases that will result in more healthy, U.S. grown food in the ...

ARLINGTON, VA - The National Milk Producers Federation is pleased that Dairy Margin Coverage Program signup is under way, with key improvements aiding farmers as prices have fallen and DMC assistance becomes essential for some farms in 2026. "An improved DMC Program couldn't come a moment too soon," Gregg Dou...

APPLETON, WI - Every winter, road salt helps keep drivers and pedestrians safe. But once the snow melts, that salt does not disappear. It washes into rivers, lakes, and groundwater, where it accumulates year after year and contributes to long-term water quality problems. To raise awareness and share practical solutions...

Verona, Wisc. -- UW-Madison's Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Beef Council will be hosting a Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification meeting Feb. 16, 2026, 6:30 pm, at the Eau Claire County Extension Office, 227 1st St West, Altoona, WI 54720. Registration will start 30 minutes prior to the listed start time...

UW-Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a set of eight in-person/virtual workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants around Wisconsin in late January / early February. Des...