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Seats Available on WPVGA Board
There will be two new seats available on the WPVGA Board of Directors beginning in February of 2019. Board members serve a three-year term and are limited to two consecutive three-year terms. In February of 2019, current board President Josh Mattek of J.W. Mattek &…
Dedicated Transportation Industry Partners Continue to Spread Holiday Cheer Throughout Central & Western Wisconsin Through Annual Truckers for Tots Campaign
For 11 years running, Mid-State Truck Service, and their dedicated transportation industry partners in Central & Western WI, continue to spread holiday cheer through their annual Truckers for Tots Campaign, which directly supports local Toys for Tots programs and impacts local communities. Both Jon and…
Seats Available on Associate Division Board
There will be two new seats available on the WPVGA Associate Division Board beginning in February. Board members serve a two-year term and are limited to two consecutive two-year terms. In February of 2019, current board Vice President Joel Zalewski of Insight FS, Antigo, and…
Nomination for the 2018 WPVGA Associate Division Person of the Year
The WPVGA Associate Division is accepting nominations for the 2018 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…
Staying Compliant with Department of Labor Laws
At some point, most of us feel overwhelmed about all of the reading we have to do, to keep up with all of the information we must have. Well at least on one topic, the U.S. Department of Labor is here to provide you some…
Upcoming Senator Testin Events
Christmas Fundraising Reception for Senator Pat Testin Thursday, December 13th, 2018 5:30-7:30 PM Anchor Bay Bar and Grill 3460 N. Biron Dr. Wisconsin Rapids, WI Santa Claus Hosts: $1,000 Stocking Hosts: $500 $250 Per person to attend No corporate contributions accepted. For questions or to…
Grower Information Request for Spudmobile Exhibit Update
As you know, the Spudmobile just began its 5th year on the road in August; a true accomplishment and one that has been highly successful for the Wisconsin potato industry, especially in educating consumers. In an effort to keep things up to date and exciting,…
Farm Bill Agreement Reached
The 2018 farm bill may finally have the momentum to clear Congress. In a joint statement Nov. 29, House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders said they have reached a tentative agreement on the farm bill. “We’re pleased to announce that we’ve reached an agreement in…
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days Seeks Jefferson Local Exhibitors
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2019, hosted by Jefferson County is now accepting applications for the Rural Mutual Insurance Event Center, formally known as the Family Living Area. “We are proud to be showcasing Jefferson County and the people that live and work here for the…
The WPVGA wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving!
The WPVGA Office will be closed on November 22 and 23 in observance of the holiday.
