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U.S. House Passes Farm Workforce Bill

The U.S. House late Wednesday passed the Farm Workforce Modernization Act by a vote of 260 to 165. The 260 members who voted for it included 226 Democrats and 34 Republicans, while 161 Republicans, three Democrats and one independent voted against it.  One Democrat voted present. The legislation generally allows undocumented workers who have performed […]

Culotta, Panelists Discuss Impact Of Tariffs On Wisconsin Industry

On Tuesday, MWFPA President Jason Culotta appeared on a panel with Jay Maas of Dancing Goat Distillery and economist Maria Muniagurria discussing tariffs and their effects on industry in Wisconsin. Read and listen to coverage of the event from Wisconsin Public Radio. https://www.wpr.org/analysis-trump-tariffs-cost-wisconsinit…

Student Career Fair Returns To MWFPA Convention

The Student Career Fair returns to MWFPA’s 115th Annual Convention and Trade Show.  it will be held December 4th from 10:30 am to Noon during the annual convention at the Kalahari Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells. At last year’s convention, students interested in learning about employment opportunities at our member companies were invited to meet […]

USDA Economist Warren Preston To Keynote MWFPA Convention

Dr. Warren Preston, Deputy Chief Economist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be the Wednesday, December 4 luncheon keynote speaker at this year’s MWFPA convention. #mwfap19 Dr. Preston advises top policy officials on the economic implications of policies, programs, and legislative proposals affecting the U.S. food and fiber system and rural areas. He […]

MWFPA Processor Member Lakeside Foods Featured In The News

Congratulations to MWFPA Processor Member Lakeside Foods which was featured in an article in the Green Bay Press-Gazette recently. As you are aware, Lakeside Foods is a family owned business with food processor facilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Ohio and a long standing member of the Association. Lakeside produces a diverse line of products, which […]

AG Labor-Immigration Bill Set For Mark Up

The Farm Workforce Modernization Act, is expected to be marked up in congressional committee on Wednesday.  The lead authors are subcommittee Chairwoman Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) and Congressman Dan Newhouse (R-Wash.). It currently has 46 cosponsors (22 Republicans) and has the support of House Agricultural Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, D-Minn. The legislation generally allows undocumented workers […]

Just A Reminder To MWFPA Convention Exhibitors

MWFPA Convention Exhibitors: Just a couple of reminders … • If you haven’t already done so, book your room now in order to get the discounted rate. • Place your order now with Valley Expo for electrical, supplies and other services. • Please verify your booth location by referring to the Floor Plan and Exhibitor […]

FDA Continues FSMA Enforcement Discretion For Certain Co-Manufacturers

The FDA will be continuing its enforcement discretion policy for compliance with certain FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) supply-chain program requirements applicable to receiving facilities that are co-manufacturers. Three of the rules created to implement FSMA – Preventive Controls for Human Foods, Preventive Controls for Animal Food, and the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs – […]

MN Ag Department To Hold Hemp Listening Sessions

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will be holding three listening sessions around the state to gather input on Minnesota’s Industrial Hemp Program. Currently, the MDA is drafting a state plan to submit to USDA to manage hemp regulations in Minnesota. The department is also beginning expedited rulemaking that will outline specifics of the state’s […]