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Something Special from Wisconsin™ is a trademarked program administered by the Division of Agricultural Development at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection since 1983.

 

Every dollar spent on SSfW™ products and services supports local farmers, food processors, entrepreneurs, our communities and livelihood, as well as the Wisconsin way of life. It is not only an investment in the state's economy but in its future. You can be guaranteed that when you see the trademark logo, at least 50% of a product's ingredients, production, or processing activities are from Wisconsin.

 

Something Special from Wisconsin™ products are unique and of the highest quality, making them perfect for gift-giving and other special occasions!

 

THE PARTNERS
 
The mission and vision of the state's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) are to make Wisconsin a world leader in agriculture, food safety and consumer protection. Wiith fewer than 550 positions and for less than one third of one percent of the total state budget, our touches every citizen in Wisconsin every day and underpins the state’s $59 billion agriculture and food sector.
 
The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) is historically committed to promoting and strengthening the food industry from suppliers and wholesalers to retailers with the same dedication and work ethic exemplified by our members.
 

Thrive is the economic development partnership for the eight-county Madison Region with a vision to create a dynamic environment where people and businesses prosper. Thrive is committed to providing businesses and communities with efficient access to capital; growing the industries and sectors that comprise our region’s greatest assets; informing smart decision-making by delivering valuable research and data; and collaborating across communities to share best practices and promote our region. The Madison Region is comprised of Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Rock, and Sauk Counties.
 
The Agricultural Innovation Center (AIC) was launched in January 2005 as a partnership effort by the University of Wisconsin-Extension and DATCP. A proud member of the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network, the AIC serves agricultural entrepreneurs across the state.
The People Behind the Partners:

 

Lois Federman of the DATCP applies her personal knowledge as a direct marketing beef producer to her management of the Something Special from Wisconsin™ promotional program.  If you have any questions about joining SSfW™, or any ideas for improvement, Lois is just a phone call or an e-mail away.

 

Brandon Scholz of the WGA offers his insights on the grocery industry-- and an entree to his membership. WGA's Grocers Buy Local website, launched in 2008, provides a database of state grocers who are interested in retailing local food.

 

 

 
 

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