UW-Platteville School of Agriculture

06/02/2026

WPA and UW-Madison Extension are excited to announce a Certified Swine Sample Collector (CSSC) Training course that will be held on July 7th, 2026, at Pioneer Farm in Platteville, WI.

05/26/2026

Students in Rich Crow's Soil Science class recently visited the Mining Museum here in Platteville to gain first-hand views of the mining history of SW Wisconsin as part of the Rock and Mineral unit in the course.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville/BILSA

05/26/2026

Students in Rich Crow's Seed and Grain Crop class visited Biddick to learn how the seed corn we purchase is cleaned, processed and bagged prior to delivery to the farm. A big thank you to everyone at Biddick Incorporated for the high quality and very in-depth look at these processes!

University of Wisconsin-Platteville/BILSA

05/21/2026

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY! The DeLong Company is looking to hire a Grain Division Managerial Trainee in Clinton, WI.

Location: Clinton WI. Agronomy, Grain Elevator & Seed Location

SHIFT: Full- time, non-exempt, day shift

Pay: Based on experience

Benefits:
• The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Free Dental, Vision, Rx, pet insurance and Life insurance coverage.
• 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
• Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long Term Disability

DESCRIPTION

The Grain Division Managerial Trainee will learn each discipline inside of the DeLong Company's Grain Division. The goal of the program is to take a highly driven person and teach all core skills needed to be successful in the Grain Trading Industry. Depending on the individual this process will take 6 months to 1 ½ years. After that time the individual will be placed where there is the most opportunity or need.

Responsibilities and Duties
• Learn the following disciplines inside of the Grain Division from department heads or qualified individuals
• Accounting
• Merchandising
• Risk Management
• Outside Operations
• Rail, Container, Barge, and truck logistics
• Organic and Specialty Grain trading
• Grain Grading
• Export Sales
• Manage own physical grain trading positions
• Complete assigned projects
• Assist co workers

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Recommended but not required: Currently achieved or working towards a College Degree preferably in Finance or Ag Business
EXPERIENCE: Grain or Farming Experience is a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS: Strong communication, organized, and driven

EOE STATEMENT
The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

UW-Platteville Career and Professional Development Office

05/18/2026

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY! Pioneer Greenhouse and Mansel Dottie Johns Pioneer Gardens Summer Assistant Position.

UW-Platteville Career and Professional Development Office

05/14/2026

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY! The Wisconsin Beef Council (WBC), based in Verona, Wisc., is looking to hire a full-time Industry Relations Manager. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks that support the mission of the Council – to grow demand for beef.

The Industry Relations Manager will be responsible for managing communications and key relationships with producers, auction markets, industry organizations, ag media, and other partners in Wisconsin’s diverse cattle industry. In addition, the position will serve as the primary contact and staff lead to the Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association Executive Committee. Hybrid in-office/work from home arrangements may be considered upon successful completion of a 3-month initial introductory period.

To effectively handle the position, the individual will possess a post-secondary degree or related work experience. An agricultural background with knowledge of the cattle industry is preferred. In addition, the qualified applicant will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, be detail orientated and able to prioritize tasks, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred.

A full job description can be obtained through LinkedIn or from Tammy Vaassen, [email protected].

Interested and qualified candidates may submit their cover letter and resume to: Tammy Vaassen, Executive Director, Wisconsin Beef Council, 957 Liberty Drive, Suite 201, Verona, WI 53593 | [email protected].

The Wisconsin Beef Council is a farmer-led non-profit organization funded by the $1.00 per head Beef Checkoff on all cattle sold in the state of Wisconsin. Half of the dollar remains in Wisconsin for local beef promotion, while the other half is managed by the Cattlemen's Beef Board. The purpose of the Council is to fund beef promotion, research and consumer education activities supporting Wisconsin's beef industry. The WBC operates under the guidance of its Board of Directors, which is comprised of representatives from cattle related organizations around the state.

UW-Platteville Career and Professional Development Office

05/14/2026

Congratulations Jenna!

Hired Before Graduation Student Spotlight

Jenna Brogley
Hometown: Platteville, WI
Major: Agribusiness

Employment: Marketing Specialist— Bio-Vet

Involvement: Association of Women in Agriculture, Agribusiness Club, Collegiate Farm Bureau, AG Ambassadors

Congratulations and best wishes on the start of your career, Jenna!

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
University of Wisconsin-Platteville/BILSA

05/14/2026

05/11/2026

Congratulations Ricardo!

Hired Before Graduation Student Spotlight

Ricardo Moran
Hometown: Guayaquil, Ecuador
Major: Soil and Crop Science

Graduate School: MS, Crop and Soil Science— University of Georgia

Involvement: MSA Ambassador, International Club Treasurer and Greenhouse Assistant

Congratulations and best wishes on the start of your career, Ricardo!

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
University of Wisconsin-Platteville/BILSA

05/11/2026

Congratulations Mia!

It's graduation week and we're back with more graduate spotlights!

Hired Before Graduation Student Spotlight

Mia Dauphin
Hometown: Ridott, IL
Majors: Agribusiness and Dairy Science

Employment: Dairy sales consultant — Complete Feed Services

Involvement: Sigma Alpha, Dairy club, ag ambassadors, NAMA, swim club

Congratulations and best wishes on the start of your career, Mia!

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
University of Wisconsin-Platteville/BILSA