Governor Tony Evers celebrates June Dairy Month with visits to local businesses
CHILTON, Wis. (WFRV) – As June Dairy Month begins, Governor Tony Evers honored the heart of Wisconsin's agricultural legacy with visits to Turtle Lake and Chilton on Monday.
This celebration underscores the resilience and vitality of the state's dairy industry, which not only forms the backbone of the local economy but also enriches Wisconsin's cultural heritage.
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With a remarkable $50 billion industry that employs over 120,000 individuals, Wisconsin proudly holds the title of 'America's Dairyland,' boasting more dairy farms than any other state in the nation.
Gov. Evers has long been an advocate for Wisconsin's farmers, focusing on initiatives that support agricultural families and bolster rural communities.
His administration has invested heavily in programs aimed at enhancing the state's agricultural exports, with goals to increase dairy, meat, crop, and other product exports by 25 percent.
A highlight of the governor's visit was the Scoops Ice Cream House in Chilton, which received a Dairy Processor Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) in 2023.
This funding enabled Scoops to modernize its facilities and expand its operations.
'It's a good example of how small businesses thrive with the right assistance,' Gov. Evers remarked, emphasizing the importance of such establishments.
The governor's commitment extends beyond individual businesses; he has also pioneered initiatives like the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports and established the Wisconsin Office of Rural Prosperity.
These efforts aim to streamline resources for rural communities and enhance the efficiency of the agricultural supply chain, particularly in meat and dairy processing.
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As June Dairy Month progresses, Gov. Evers encourages all Wisconsinites to appreciate the critical role dairy plays in the state's economy and culture.
'Milk brings its cheese, brings its ice cream, and other products, and we highlight this during this time,' he stated, emphasizing that dairy is a symbol of Wisconsin's identity.
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