CWD Certification: What Cervid Producers and Veterinarians Need to Know

Live Webinar: Wednesday, July 8, Noon – 1 pm

Veterinarians working with Wisconsin’s farm-raised cervid producers are integral and a critical resource for the health of our state’s agriculture. In 2026, a new Interstate CWD Certification was introduced as a voluntary option for cervid producers looking to move out of state. Join Dr. Konkle, State Veterinarian, and Dr. Mathas, DATCP Program Manager, to learn more about the Interstate Certification, the expectations for herd vets, and how to best help your producers.

Speakers

• Darlene Konkle, DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM
  Dr. Konkle has served as the Wisconsin State Veterinarian since 2019. A native of Wisconsin, Dr. Konkle has experience in clinical practice, teaching, and diverse disease management. She joins in this webinar to provide knowledgeable background on the farm-raised deer industry in the state of Wisconsin.
• Claire Mathias, DVM
  Dr. Mathias has joined DATCP as the Farm-raised Deer and Chronic Wasting Disease program manager. Dr. Mathias is an alumna of Iowa State University and has a background in prion research, education, and public health. As program manager, she will join this webinar to guide veterinarians through the new Certification and changes in the industry.