Wisconsin

AgrAbility of Wisconsin staff members Abi Jensen and Emily Matzke participated in the Career Fair at the 88th Wisconsin State FFA Convention held in Madison, WI. Staff interacted with over 2,500 FFA members, advisors, alumni, and guests throughout the day. This educational event allowed the staff to discuss the possibilities for young future farmers, safety on the farm, and why the students believed in the future of agriculture.

AgrAbility of Wisconsin staff attended the day-long WI Idea Dairy Summit with various industry professionals, legislators, Extension personnel, collegiate faculty, and researchers. Topics for panels and presentations focused specifically on issues Wisconsin dairy farmers are facing, new research, and information on today's dairy market. The day finished with a vibrant conversation on the future of the state's dairy industry and important factors to consider.

AgrAbility of Wisconsin hosted a booth at the annual Calumet County Sundae on the Farm. The event was held at the Faust Family Farm in Chilton, WI. The owner, Adam Faust, is a past client of AgrAbility of Wisconsin, and currently has a 70-head dairy herd with 500 acres of cropland. Adam continues to be a supporter/advocate for AgrAbility and the agriculture industry as a member of many agricultural organizations in the state and his community.

Submitted by Abigail Jensen