Senate Bill 829 aims to enhance funding for initiatives that promote local agricultural products in Wisconsin. Specifically, the bill proposes an increase of $300,000 in each year of the 2025-27 fiscal biennium for the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) to provide Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants. This funding is intended to support projects that boost the sale of agricultural products produced in close proximity to where they are sold. Additionally, the bill allocates an extra $200,000 annually for the same fiscal period to enhance the advertising and promotion of the "Something Special from Wisconsin" campaign, which highlights products made in the state.

The proposed changes to current law include increased appropriations for both the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants and the promotional campaign. Specifically, the annual appropriation for the advertising and promotion of the "Something Special from Wisconsin" slogan, mark, and logo will be raised by $200,000 for each fiscal year, while the funding for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants will see a $300,000 increase per year. These adjustments are designed to strengthen local food systems and encourage the consumption of Wisconsin-made products.