Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
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Behind every meal is a farmer’s hard work. DATCP’s Wisconsin Farm Center is here to support Wisconsin farmers and provides a variety of programs to help them with their businesses and their well-being.
DATCP farm center employee talking to a farmer and text: Wisconsin Farm Center The Wisconsin Farm Center's services include: - Financial and business consultation - Succession and transition planning - Conflict, legal and financial mediation - Herd-based diagnostics - Veteran farmer assistance - Farmer Wellness Program Phone: (800) 942-2474 | email: farmcenter@wisconsin.gov | website: farmcenter.wi.gov Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 5
Did you know that DATCP’s Division of Food and Recreational team has butter graders too? Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs…. 🧈
Butter and text: Do you know what a butter grader does? DATCP’s Division of Food and Recreational Safety Fact of the Week Graphic of butter Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 5
On October 16, 2026, Secretary Randy Romanski, along with representatives from DATCP, the @wvdl_lab, and the @USDA_APHIS, met with representatives from Panama’s Ministry of Agricultural Development with support from the @NASDAnews. Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/AgDevelo….
DATCP staff with representatives from the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), with representatives from Panama’s Ministry of Agricultural DevelopmentDATCP staff with representatives from the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (WVDL), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), with representatives from Panama’s Ministry of Agricultural Development
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
Biosecurity safeguards animals, people, and the environment from harmful diseases. Small actions like farm access control, disease surveillance, sanitation protocols, quarantine protocols, and waste management make a difference.
Text: Implement Strong Biosecurity Practices for a Healthier Farm Graphic of a fence and text: Farm Access Control Limit exposure to uninfected herds. Graphic of a clipboard with check boxes and text: Disease Surveillance Monitor livestock and crops for signs of disease regularly. Graphic of disinfectant and text: Sanitation Protocols Clean and disinfect tools and equipment regularly. Graphic of boots and text: Clean Clothing Wear clean work clothing that has not been around animals on other operations and footwear that can be cleaned when moving between animal groups. Pests and a red ban symbol and text: Pest Control Make sure to keep your farm controlled from pests. Garbage can and text: Waste Management Dispose of waste responsibly and manage manure. Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
From October 17 to 21, 2026, DATCP representatives attended SIAL Paris in Paris, France. As one of the world's leading food trade shows, SIAL brings together buyers, distributors, retailers, and food industry professionals from around the globe.
People at SIAL Paris in Paris, France at Wisconsin Cheese booth
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
The 2026-2027 edition of the Growing Wisconsin magazine features some of Wisconsin’s top agricultural products. Check out page 4 at farmflavor.com/wisconsin/wisc….

#WisconsinAgriculture #MapleSyrup #GrowingWisconsin #DATCP
Maple syrup and text: Wisconsin produced 556,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2025! Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer ProtectionBucket on tree for maple tree tapping and text: How much maple syrup did Wisconsin produce in 2025? Graphic of maple syrup 1. 450,000 gallons 2. 505,000 gallons 3. 556,000 gallons Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
You can help detect the #Invsp Asian longhorned beetle early if it arrives in Wisconsin by checking maple tree trunks. Check for clean, circular exit holes about the width as a pencil, and report suspected detections to datcppesthotline@wisconsin.gov.

#ALHB #ForestPests #DATCP
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
Healthy people, healthy animals, healthy environment...it’s all connected! 🌍🐾🌾

Governor Tony Evers has officially proclaimed today, November 3, 2026, as One Health Day in Wisconsin.
State of Wisconsin Office of the Governor One Health Day Proclamation
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 4
Replying to @widatcp
At DATCP, we know that safeguarding our food and water supply, preventing shared diseases, and practicing biosecurity is critical to One Health.
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 3
In the October session of the Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council (WAYC), members learned about DATCP’s Division of Agricultural Resource Management (DARM), which works to protect the state’s environmental resources and human health.
Plant in the soil, farm field, bee on a flower and text: The Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council (WAYC) learned about DATCP’s Division of Agricultural Resource Management (DARM) Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 3
Replying to @widatcp
Thank you, DARM, for everything you do at DATCP and for showcasing your work to the WAYC. 🌱🐝
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 3
Getting your farm started can feel overwhelming. The Wisconsin Farm Center has an experienced team that is here to help. Visit beginningfarmer.wi.gov for useful resources, information, and suggested next steps.

Are you interested in discussing your farming plan with an expert?
People talking to each other on a farm and text: Are you interested in support as a beginning farmer? The Wisconsin Farm Center is here to help. farmcenter.wi.gov | 800-942-2474 Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 3
Replying to @widatcp
Contact the Wisconsin Farm Center with feedback or questions at farmcenter@wisconsin.gov​ or (800) 942-2474.
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 3
Did you know that DATCP’s Bureau of Consumer Protection launched consumer protection outreach toolkits?

Learn more at datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Publicat….
Text: Did you know... The Bureau of Consumer Protection has launched consumer protection outreach toolkits that contain downloadable materials. Phone with consumer protection crossword puzzle Consumer protection bookmark Laptop with social media post about common scams and fraud Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 2
It’s your last chance to apply for this year’s Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants. These grants support farmers and businesses increase their capacity as they work to provide more value-added products for consumers.

Learn more at: datcp.wi.gov/Pages/BuyLocal….
Cabbage, corn, potatoes and text: It’s your last chance to apply for this year’s Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants. Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Nov 2
Drivers and farmers, be safe on the road!

Drivers, slow down, give extra room to farm vehicles, and be patient. 🚗

Farmers, be aware of the lighting and marking requirement for farm vehicles. 🚜

#FarmSafety #RoadSafety #AgSafety #HarvestSeason #DATCP
Tractor on the road and text: Be aware of farm vehicles on the road. Slow down and help keep everyone safe! Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection logo
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Oct 30
DATCP’s Division of Food and Recreational Safety works with producers, processors, distributors, retailers, and consumers, ensuring a safe, wholesome, and secure food supply.

#DivisionofFoodandRecreationalSafety #FactoftheWeek #DATCP
Text: DATCP's Division of Food and Recreational Safety helps ensure a safe, wholesome, and secure food supply. Milk, farm field, cow, potatoes, cheese, farm field Seal for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Oct 30
Over the past several months, conservation professionals from across Wisconsin took part in a unique learning experience focused on one important goal: building stronger connections between conservation professionals and the farmers they work with.
People at Nolden Family Farm (Sauk County)People at Herrick’s Dairy Farm (Monroe County)
People at Val-O-Mo Farm (Dunn County)Discussing raising heifers on farm
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Oct 30
Replying to @widatcp
Through a three-day training spread across multiple months, participants visited working farms to explore farm operations, learn about agricultural practices and equipment, practice having meaningful conversations with farmers, and work through real-world conservation challenges.
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Wisconsin DATCP@widatcp
Oct 30
Replying to @widatcp
A huge thank-you to our 2026 host farms: Nolden Family Farm (Sauk County), Herrick’s Dairy Farm (Monroe County), and Val-O-Mo Farm (Dunn County); and to everyone who helped make the 2026 program a success!
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