On April 14, 2021, the Dairy Business Association will hold its annual Dairy Day at the Capitol event featuring U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and representatives from the Wisconsin Legislature. The advocacy event is an opportunity to hear from lawmakers on DBA priorities, such as truth-in-labeling, driver permits for all residents, clean water initiatives, dairy […]
On April 12, 2021, Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) and Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), held a news conference announcing an initiative that will expand and promote the export of Wisconsin’s agricultural and agribusiness products. They will be joined by representatives from leading agricultural groups in Wisconsin including the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, […]
On March 4, 2021, the Assembly Committee on Colleges and Universities held a public hearing. Assembly Bill 15 relating to educational qualifications for certified accountants Assembly Bill 38 relating to exempting veterans and members of the armed forces from admissions application fees at UW System and technical colleges Assembly Bill 64 relating to technical college […]
On March 3, 2021, the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism held an informational hearing followed by a public hearing. Agenda: Dairy Innovation Hub presentation Senate Bill 79 relating to monitoring extension and outreach hours of certain UW System faculty and academic staff who provide extension services in applied agricultural research
On February 9, 2021, the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism held a public hearing. Agenda includes: Senate Bill 68 relating to farmland preservation implementation grants, agreements and tax credits Senate Bills 81 / 82 / 83 relating to labeling food products as dairy, milk or meat Senate Bill 72 relating to technical college farmer […]
On September 16, 2020, the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity met. Agenda includes: Welcome Introductory Remarks Voices and Stories from Rural WI Small Group Discussions
On August 31, 2020, the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity met. Speakers included: Missy Hughes, Secretary and CEO, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes Dr. Ephraim Nikoi, Associate Professor, University of Wisconsin Superior Terry Matier, Executive Director, Big Top Chautauqua Peter Kilde, Executive Director, West CAP
On August 14, 2020, the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity met for the first time. Agenda includes: Overview of Commission Process, Deliverables, Roles and Timeline – Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group Commissioner Ideas: Rural Participation and Commission Outcomes – Aspen CSG with WEDC CEO & Secretary Missy Hughes Public Comment
On June 30, 2020, as Wisconsin closes out June Dairy Month, Opportunity Wisconsin hosted a virtual conversation with U.S. Representative Ron Kind and agriculture leaders from around the state to talk about the challenges facing Wisconsin’s farmers and producers during the COVID-19 crisis.
On June 16, 2020, WisconsinEye senior producer Steve Walters sat down with Darin Von Ruden, president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union Board of Directors and Wisconsin Farmers Union Foundation; Randy Romanski, secretary-designee of DATCP; and Joe Bragger, president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, to discuss the $50 million of COVID-19 aid for Wisconsin farmers.
On June 16, 2020, WisconsinEye senior producer Steve Walters sat down with Darin Von Ruden, president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union Board of Directors and Wisconsin Farmers Union Foundation; Randy Romanski, secretary-designee of DATCP; and Joe Bragger, president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, to discuss the $50 million of COVID-19 aid for Wisconsin farmers.
