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Agriculture & Farm Trucking Jobs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin's identity as 'America's Dairyland' translates directly into trucking demand. The state has 1.2 million dairy cows producing milk that moves by tanker to 120+ cheese plants and creameries. Beyond dairy, Wisconsin is a major producer of cranberries, potatoes, corn, and ginseng. The dairy hauling sector offers predictable, year-round local routes that are rare in agriculture trucking — cows don't take harvest breaks.

WI Industry Pay

$48,000 - $72,000

Top Employers

5 Companies

National Growth

+5% through 2028

Agriculture & Farm Trucking in Wisconsin

Wisconsin's identity as 'America's Dairyland' translates directly into trucking demand. The state has 1.2 million dairy cows producing milk that moves by tanker to 120+ cheese plants and creameries. Beyond dairy, Wisconsin is a major producer of cranberries, potatoes, corn, and ginseng. The dairy hauling sector offers predictable, year-round local routes that are rare in agriculture trucking — cows don't take harvest breaks.

Top Agriculture & Farm Trucking Employers in Wisconsin

1

Foremost Farms USA

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2

Sargento Foods

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3

Schreiber Foods

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4

Kerry Ingredients

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5

Dairyland Power Cooperative

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Requirements for Agriculture & Farm Trucking in WI

CDL-A (CDL-B for local grain shuttle routes)
Experience with hopper bottom, livestock, or reefer trailers
Ability to operate during extended harvest hours (12-16 hour days)
Farm equipment transport may require oversize/overweight permits
Physical ability to tarp loads, climb trailers, and operate grain augers

Equipment Used in Wisconsin

Hopper bottom trailersGrain trailersLivestock trailersReefer trailers (produce)Flatbed (farm equipment)Belly dump trailers

Trucking in Wisconsin

State CDL Avg

$50,000 - $75,000

Key Industries

Dairy farming & cheese processing, Paper & packaging manufacturing, Heavy machinery (Oshkosh, Caterpillar)

Major Cities

Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton

Top Corridors

I-94 (Milwaukee to Chicago and Minneapolis), I-43 (Milwaukee to Green Bay)

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Agriculture & Farm Trucking in Wisconsin — FAQ

What is milk tanker trucking like in Wisconsin?

Dairy tanker drivers pick up raw milk from farms on scheduled routes (every 1-2 days per farm) and deliver to cheese plants and creameries. Routes are local (50-150 miles), home daily, and year-round. The work requires food-grade tanker handling, CIP (clean-in-place) procedures, and milk temperature monitoring.

Do I need special certifications for dairy hauling in Wisconsin?

A CDL-A or CDL-B with Tanker endorsement is required. Dairy haulers must also follow PMO (Pasteurized Milk Ordinance) regulations, including proper tank sanitation and temperature documentation. Most employers provide PMO training during onboarding.

How stable are dairy trucking jobs in Wisconsin?

Very stable. Dairy production is year-round with minimal seasonal variation. Wisconsin's 1.2 million dairy cows produce milk every day regardless of weather or crop cycles. This makes dairy hauling one of the most predictable and recession-resistant niches in agriculture trucking.