The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will join with the Livestock Exporters Association (LEA) to host two workshops during World Dairy Expo for international exporters and importers.
The United States is recognized around the world for the ability to produce large volumes of quality dairy, beef, swine, sheep, goats, horses, as well as other livestock. The superior genetics are available to the entire world through members and partners of LEA and Wisconsin suppliers.
Exporters’ Workshop
During the Exporters’ Workshop, DATCP will collaborate with LEA to present the latest export protocols, export certificate requirements, export financing, insurance, and also order fulfillment processes. They will feature speakers from the Export-Import Bank of the U.S., Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, and also LEA members. The workshop will take place in the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall, 2nd Floor, Kegonsa Room, from 1-4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Registration is required by October 1, 2023.
International Importers’ Workshop and Roundtable
During the International Importers’ Workshop and Roundtable, presenters will share the international dairy outlook, U.S. government export finance programs, and industry best practices for buying U.S. livestock and agricultural products. Overseas businesses interested in purchasing U.S. agricultural products and as well as domestic companies exporting to overseas market are encouraged to attend. The importers workshop will take place in the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall, Mendota Room 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, October. 5, 2023. Registration is required by October 1, 2023. Questions can be directed to Jennifer Lu, DATCP’s Economic Development Consultant, by phone at (608) 347-1852 or email at jennifer.lu@wisconsin.gov
