Wisconsin Farmers Union on state budget: “wins for family farmers, but also losses”

WISCONSIN (CIVIC MEDIA) – The Wisconsin Farmers Union say the new biennial state budget signed into law on July 3 is a mixed bag for family farmers.

The 2025-27 budget includes bipartisan compromises. It does fund important investments in public services, farmer mental health, and childcare. However, it also reduces funding for key local food programs, conservation programs, and anti-trust enforcement.

Wisconsin Farmers Union Government Relations Director Michelle Ramirez-White commented on the budget’s impact farmers, saying “There are several meaningful wins here for family farmers, but also some disappointing losses.”

Their press release states the Wisconsin Farmers Union will continue to advocate for the programs that were cut from this biennial State Budget.