By Blake Jackson
The 2027 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum will be held Tuesday, January 26, 2027, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, bringing together agricultural experts and industry representatives to discuss emerging challenges facing the state's farming sector.
Organized by UW-Madison's Renk Agribusiness Institute, this year's forum will carry the theme “Extreme Weather and Animal Disease: Preparing for Threats to Wisconsin Agriculture.”
The in-person event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Varsity Hall at Union South, located at 1308 West Dayton Street in Madison. A reception will follow the program.
Discussions will examine how severe weather conditions and animal disease outbreaks affect farms, agricultural markets, supply chains, and rural communities.
Participants will explore strategies to improve preparedness and strengthen the industry's ability to respond to agricultural disruptions.
The morning agenda will include presentations on Wisconsin's rural conditions and farm economy, followed by commodity market outlooks covering grains, livestock and meat, and dairy.
The afternoon will feature two expert panel discussions. One will address policy considerations surrounding extreme weather and its effects on Wisconsin farmers. The other will focus on approaches to preventing, managing, and responding to animal disease outbreaks.
Early-bird registration costs $75 and covers admission, lunch, refreshments, and the reception. Reserved parking is available for an additional $20, with purchases required by December 23, 2026.
Registration is available at https://go.wisc.edu/agoutlookforum2027. Those unable to attend can watch the free livestream through the Renk Agribusiness Institute's YouTube channel without registering.
The annual forum is organized in partnership with UW–Madison's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and Division of Extension. Questions can be directed to Megan Webster at mawebster@wisc.edu.
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