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Article: WISCONSIN LEADS U.S. IN SPECIALTY CHEESE PRODUCTION
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- May 18, 2006
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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection issued the following news release:
State Agriculture Secretary Rod Nilsestuen today announced that Wisconsin cheese makers are leading the nation in crafting innovative, specialty cheeses. Specialty cheese production in 2005 rose 7 percent above the previous year, totaling 355 million pounds and accounting for 15 percent of the state's total cheese production.
"I commend Wisconsin's cheese makers for competing at the high end," said Nilsestuen. "Our cheese makers are meeting consumer demands for bold flavors, signature cheeses and specialty products."
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