Wisconsin is America's Dairyland, leading the nation in cheese production and ranking second in dairy overall. The state's food manufacturing is dominated by cheese and dairy processing, along with meat, sausage, and cranberry products.
These agricultural products form the foundation of Wisconsin's food supply chain, supporting local food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
| Manufacturing Establishments | 1,480 |
| Manufacturing Employees | 68,200 |
| Organic Certified Farms | 1,186 |
| FDA-Registered Facilities | 5,440 |
Sources: USDA Census of Agriculture, FDA Registered Food Facilities, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Figures are approximate.
Wisconsin has approximately 5,440 FDA-registered food facilities, covering manufacturing, processing, packing, and storage operations.
The top agricultural products in Wisconsin include Dairy, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle, Cranberries. These drive the state's food manufacturing and processing sector.
Wisconsin has approximately 1,186 certified organic farms, contributing to the state's organic food production and local food systems.
Wisconsin is known for specialty foods including Cheese curds, Bratwurst, Butter burgers, Kringle pastry. These reflect the state's unique culinary heritage and local ingredients.
Wisconsin's food manufacturing sector employs approximately 68,200 workers across 1,480 establishments, making it a significant contributor to the state's economy.
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