These events are
designed for beginning or underserved growers who manage small to mid-scale
diversified farm operations and will connect growers with the information and
resources to increase the competitiveness of Wisconsin’s specialty crop
industry. Presentations are provided in Hmong and/or English, depending on the
event. Language interpretations services are available upon request. For more
information on these field days, including how to register, visit: SpecialtyCropEvents.aspx.
Grant Opportunities
Note: The most recent application period for DATCP's Specialty Crop Block Grants closed on February 27, 2023.
Wisconsin non-profit organizations, producer organizations, government agencies, universities and other agricultural groups are encouraged to apply for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funds. DATCP seeks applicants that will enhance the competitiveness of Wisconsin's specialty crop industries in domestic and foreign markets.
Note: The current application period for the USDA's Specialty Crop Multi-State program will close on December 22, 2023.
A federal grant program offered by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, the purpose of the Specialty Crop Multi-State Program is to competitively award funds to projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops by funding collaborative, multi-state projects that address regional or national level specialty crop issues, including food safety, plant pests and disease, research; crop-specific projects addressing common issues; and marketing and promotion.
About the Specialty Crop Program
DATCP staff help specialty crop producers overcome challenges, increase profitability, and grow by promoting and administering U.S. Department of Agriculture Specialty Crop Block Grants for Wisconsin. Program staff collaborate with stakeholders and utilize grant funding to coordinate field days and workshops, create educational materials, and provide one-on-one technical assistance to producers.
We can provide assistance or connect you with resources that address:
Wisconsin Specialty Crops Video Series
The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has teamed-up with Brownfield Ag News to produce a series of interesting and informative videos about Wisconsin's various specialty crops. We invite you to enjoy these videos for your own education, use them in the classroom, or share them during presentations.
Specialty Crops Introduction:
Ginseng:
Horseradish:
Coming Soon: Hazelnuts
Coming Soon: Christmas Trees