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Wisconsin Agricultural Economic Outlook Forum
University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW-Extension experts will discuss the financial health of Wisconsin agriculture and the outlook for the year to come at the eighth annual Wisconsin Agricultural Economic Outlook Forum on Wednesday, Jan. 21 on the UW-Madison campus. The event, which runs from 11:30…
Local Government Options for Implement of Husbandry Law
According to WPVGA Lobbying Firm DeWitt, Ross & Stevens, the most favorable options for the potato and vegetable industry are Options B and F.
Congress Puts Potatoes on Menu for Low-Income Moms
It’s another political victory for the popular potato. For the first time, low-income women would be able to pay for white potatoes with government-subsidized vouchers issued by the Women, Infants and Children nutrition program, known as WIC. The potato provision is part of a massive…
Farm Bureau Delegates Set Policy for 2015
Delegates at the Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Wisconsin Dells this week have adopted policies that will guide the legislative agenda for the state’s largest general farm organization over the next year. Resolutions were submitted by farmers from across the state during the convention.…
Spudmobile Hits the Holiday Parades
Who says you can’t celebrate Christmas a little early AND enjoy America’s favorite vegetable at the same time? Well, now you can have your potato and eat it too! Tonight, the Spudmobile will be cruising through the Polonia Community by participating in their annual Christmas…
WPVGA Names Houlihan Executive Director
The Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) announced on December 4, 2014 that Tamas Houlihan has been named Executive Director of the WPVGA. Houlihan has been serving as Interim Executive Director since August of 2014.
WPVGA President Larry Alsum of Alsum Farms & Produce, Friesland, said he is pleased to have Houlihan assume the Association’s leadership role.
“I’m very excited about the future of the WPVGA under the leadership of Tamas Houlihan,” Alsum said. “His knowledge of the industry and communication skills make him an excellent choice to give the Association leadership and direction in the years to come. His experience working with growers and our allied industries make him an asset to the Wisconsin potato and vegetable industry.”
Times and Locations Added to the 2015 Food Safety Training Classes
WPVGA will once again be offering training classes related to food safety. This is to help growers understand the food safety process and what is expected of them during an audit as well as the best way to continue expanding their markets. Dates for the…
2014 Associate Division Business Person of the Year
The WPVGA Associate Division is accepting nominations for the 2014 Associate Division Business Person of the Year Award. Nominees must be members of the Associate Division who have made significant contributions to the potato and vegetable industry either this year or over a period of…
Steve Diercks Replaces George Kraft on Groundwater Coordinating Council
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker announced on Wednesday, Nov. 19 that WPVGA Hall of Fame potato grower Steve Diercks of Coloma Farms has been appointed to the state’s Groundwater Coordinating Council, replacing George Kraft as the Governor’s Representative. The Groundwater Coordinating Council (GCC) was created and…
Stay Safe, Work Smart
Safety Tips sponsored by Sally Suprise ([email protected]) and SECURA Insurance The cold is here again, and frostbite is a risk when working in cold temperatures. Symptoms of frostbite include reduced blood flow to the hands and feet, numbness, tingling or stinging, aching, or bluish or…
