By Blake Jackson
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski took part in the 2026 Annual Meeting of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), held September 13-16, 2026, in Portland, Maine.
During the meeting, Romanski participated in business sessions and policy discussions focused on issues affecting agriculture across the country. He also completed his term as president of the Midwestern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (MASDA) and represented the Midwest during the NASDA Board Meeting on the opening day.
“It was an honor to lead the Midwestern region as President,” said Romanski. “I appreciated the opportunity to represent my counterparts in national discussions and bring Wisconsin’s perspective in important conversations.”
The annual gathering included six committee meetings covering food systems, rural development, international trade, natural resources, plant health, and animal health.
Romanski served as vice chair of the Animal Agriculture Policy Committee, where members discussed the ongoing New World Screwworm response and received an update on cattle markets.
“Animal health remains one of the most important subjects I discuss with my colleagues at the annual meeting,” shared Romanski. “We continue to work with federal, state, and industry partners to discuss our current efforts, leverage resources, and develop additional methods to safeguard the agriculture industry.”
Romanski also began serving as president of Food Export Midwest, a nonprofit organization that supports agricultural trade between the Midwest and international buyers.
“Wisconsin is committed to growing its agricultural exports around the world, and I am proud to share our state’s experience in the Food Export Midwest meetings,” Romanski concluded. “We will continue to work to strengthen our international partnerships and identify new market opportunities for our food businesses.”
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