Wisconsin Farm to School initiative is trying to help Wisconsin growers and agricultural producers expand the state’s products into other areas through a grant-funded project. On December 2, Wisconsin Farm to School organized a meeting for growers and producers to meet in Whitewater and learn…

Industry leaders and subject experts will lead 20 educational sessions focusing on the latest issues and trends in the marketplace during the Potato Expo Breakout Sessions.  The sessions take place from 2:30-5:00pm on Thursday, January 5. After last year’s successful turnout, there will again be…

Members of the Midwest Food Processors Association have voted to change the organization’s name to the Midwest Food Products Association. The group, which represents the food manufacturing industry in the central United States, will make the change official during the first half of 2017. “The…

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The annual Wisconsin Crop Management Conference in Madison will be given a new name starting next year. Now called the Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic, the forum will be held January 10-12 at the Alliant Energy Center. Organizers say the change is meant to reflect the addition…

Changes are once again occurring in the food safety realm with new requirements under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and consequently, WPVGA is adjusting the training classes that will be offered in 2017 to accommodate. Details around two new rules have come to…

This seminar will provide attendees with valuable information, current OSHA regulations and networking opportunities to facilitate a safe working environment. Date: January 4, 2017 Registration and Continental Breakfast: 8:30 am – 9:00 am Presentations: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Stevens Point Holiday Inn 1001…

Connect with others at Potato Expo – the best place to network in 2017. With 46 networking hours during the Expo, plus pre- and post-Expo events, developing connections and creating partnerships has never been easier. Potato Expo brings over 2,000 potato industry professionals to one…

MADISON — The Department of Agronomy will offer Crop Production and Management Meetings at eight locations during 2017. Joe Lauer, Dan Undersander and Shawn Conley will present the latest information on hybrid/variety performance, an analysis and discussion of last year’s growing season, and updated recommendations…

Researchers are addressing many of the challenges faced by the potato industry, from viruses to improved breeding methods. The 2017 Poster Session provides the opportunity to learn about what leading scientists are doing to tackle knowledge gaps in the potato industry.  Discuss one-on-one with leading…