Feb. 5, 2025 -
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), announced today that $1 million will be awarded to 49 farmer-led groups through the Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grant (PLWPG) Program. Funding will support producer-led conservation solutions by encouraging innovation and farmer participation in efforts to improve Wisconsin’s soil health and water quality.“Ensuring every Wisconsinite has access to clean, safe water is not only about keeping our kids, families, and communities healthy, but it’s vital for the well-being of our farmers, our agricultural sector, and our economy, too,” said Gov. Evers. “Wisconsin’s farmers and producers know firsthand the value of clean water and soil and are critical partners in our state’s conservation efforts, so I’m glad to be continuing support for this program in my next budget to bolster their good work to protect our state’s water resources and ensure folks and families across our state have the clean, safe water they deserve.”...
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