The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $800,000 into four agricultural projects in Wisconsin through its Value-Added Producer Grants program. These initiatives support local producers in innovating their businesses and enhancing revenue opportunities.
Here’s a summary of the projects:
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GW Organics, LLC (East Troy): Receives a $200,000 grant to market and ship pasteurized beef and poultry, aiming to add 1,118 new customers and increase revenue by $347,375 while saving two jobs.
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Lush Farms, LLC (New Berlin): Also awarded $200,000 to increase sales of worm castings, expecting to add nine customers, boost revenue by $852,111, and create one job.
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Driftless Seed Company, LLC (Soldiers Grove): This company will utilize a $200,000 grant for the processing and marketing of organic specialty crop seeds, planning to expand its customer base and create four jobs.
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B&E’s Trees, LLC (Viroqua): Receives $200,000 to market maple syrup energy products, targeting an increase in customers by 7,698 and revenue by $446,471, while creating two jobs and saving two positions.
These projects reflect the USDA’s commitment to supporting rural economies and enhancing access to quality agricultural products in Wisconsin.
