Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Providing Online Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic
Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 -- 10:08 AM
(Wisconsin Ag Connection) -The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture is providing online resources for the state's consumers, farmers and agricultural businesses as they navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19.The agency says many of the resources can be found at https://www.datcp.wi.gov/ and include helpful information. Information include details on Executive Order #72 and Emergency Order #5 regarding gatherings of 10 people or more, which makes important exemptions for manufacturing, processing, distribution, and production facilities. There is also links to state and federal agency tips and information. And facts about price gouging, animal and livestock health, food supply and delivery, and crops and agribusinesses have been posted.
In addition to continually updating the DATCP website as information on COVID-19 evolves, the agency is conducting weekly calls with industry stakeholders to provide updates, share information, and access resources. Agricultural stakeholders should work through their agricultural associations to compile questions and concerns. These organizations will then share those items with DATCP on their designated weekly call.
Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.