Wisconsin's Ag Industry Successful Thanks to the Hard Work and Dedication of Farmers and Farm Workers

Friday, October 13th, 2023 -- 9:00 AM

(Wisconsin Ag Connection) Wisconsin's $104.8 billion agriculture industry is successful thanks to the hard work and dedication of farmers and farm workers.

According to the Wisconsin Ag Connection, these individuals work tirelessly to grow crops, care for their animals, preserve our soil and water, and feed the world. Wisconsin is home to more than 64,000 farms, and each one is unique.

The state is a national leader in the production of cheese, cranberries, ginseng, and snap beans for processing, among other commodities. Wisconsin is also a top producer of milk, potatoes, sweet corn, green peas, carrots, and tart cherries.

Agriculture is central to Wisconsin's heritage and economy. The industry contributes 435,700 jobs, including 154,000 on-farm production jobs. Wisconsin farmers are resilient. They face challenges such as drought, supply chain issues, flooding, and unpredictable commodity prices.

But they persevere and continue to produce high-quality food for our state and the world. The Wisconsin Farm Center offers a number of helpful services to farmers, including financial consulting, transition planning, veteran farmer assistance, and mental health counseling.

These services are free and confidential. We can all support our farmers by spreading the word about the Wisconsin Farm Center services and by buying local food whenever possible. Information is available online at https://farmcenter.wi.gov or by phone at (800) 942-2474.

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