Wisconsin Farmers Union praises funding for meat talent development efforts
11 Jan 2022
News, Dunn County
CHIPPEWA FALLS — An announcement by the Governor’s office and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection today brings welcome news for Wisconsin farmers and meat processors who have suffered from a shortage of laborers in the processing sector.
0Gov. Tony Evers announced the allocation of up to $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for meat talent development assistance. According to a release from the Governor’s office, the funding “will be used to attract and provide financial support to students in Wisconsin meat processing training programs, as well as support program development and connect the meat processing industry with potential employees.”
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