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The Wisconsin SBDC offers consulting, education, referrals, sophisticated tools and resources, whether you’re just getting started or looking for ways to improve your business.

For almost 35 years, we have been at the forefront of sustainable cooperative development in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa.

Cooperative Development Services (CDS) and its 501(c)3 charitable subsidiary, the Cooperative Development Fund of CDS (the Fund) actively support the growth of cooperative businesses at all stages, including long-established co-ops, startups, and co-op conversions in urban and rural communities. Our programs and services reflect our understanding that a cooperative must be successful both as a democratic association of members AND as an operating business. We offer analysis, planning, and educational services customized to meet your co-op’s specific needs. Our technical assistance gives co-ops tools to maximize business opportunities and gain access to necessary capital.

Covering Wisconsin is a year-round health insurance resource for consumers and professionals in Wisconsin. We help people sign up for health insurance, create easy-to-understand health materials, and train professionals on health policies and programs.

Aspen CSG works with rural practitioners and national partners to align resources, strengthen local capacity, and support community-led solutions.

Provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.

The Department fosters the innovation and invention that underpin the U.S. comparative advantage.

To deliver the world’s leading transportation system, serving the American people and economy through the safe, efficient, sustainable, and equitable movement of people and goods.

Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship is a National Apprenticeship registered with the U.S. Department of Labor-Employment and Training Administration. This innovative program consists of full-time paid employment, comprehensive training in all aspects of running a managed grazing dairy operation, and the experience needed to transition to dairy farm business ownership.

DGA provides a career pathway for aspiring dairy farmers, managers, and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, with different levels of experience. The program is also ideal for established dairy graziers who want to develop a current employee as a manager or partner as well as for family members seeking a structure of support to prepare for farm transfer.

The DOA's Division of Enterprise Technology develops and maintains efficient and effective information technology services to best serve those living and working in Wisconsin.

The Department of Veteran Affairs provides grants and a variety of services to eligible Wisconsin veterans and their families.

Provides "justice for all," and is an independent, executive-branch state agency that ensures Wisconsin meets its constitutional requirement of providing legal representation to the indigent.

The Department of Health Services is committed to protecting and promoting the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin, making sure everyone can live their best life.