Wisconsin dairy farmer and DFW Board Member Annaliese Wegner shares how everyday farm management translates into impactful industry leadership. She explores how the farmer-led checkoff creates unity among over 5,000 diverse operations to build global demand and protect consumer trust. Whether milking 30 cows or 3,000, Annaliese encourages all producers to lend their perspective to ensure a strong future for the next generation.

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Wisconsin dairy farmer and DFW Board Member Annaliese Wegner shares how everyday farm management translates into impactful industry leadership. She explores how the farmer-led checkoff creates unity among over 5,000 diverse operations to build global demand and protect consumer trust. Whether milking 30 cows or 3,000, Annaliese encourages all producers to lend their perspective to ensure a strong future for the next generation.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

More than $32 million in dairy farmer generated funds are managed by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW).  Headquartered in Madison, DFW focuses on enhancing the value of all Wisconsin produced dairy products.

Ultimately the goal is to return those dairy invested dollars back to the farm gate.

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin connects with farmers and consumers to take them behind the curtain of marketing, analytics, and consumer trends to try and show them the value generated on their behalf.

This program is sponsored by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin

From The Parlor To The Boardroom -- Dairy Farmers Are Leaders

It’s election time for the 9 open districts for the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors, so it’s a great time to talk about farmer leadership and their voice.

Today, we learn the story of Sandy Madland, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board Director.  Madland was elected to represent Adams, Juneau, and Monroe counties. As a Director, she helps represent farmers, guide how checkoff dollars are stewarded, and make long-term decisions that support demand for Wisconsin dairy.

Madland's story is like many others in Wisconsin.  Their family operation in Lyndon Station involves 500 registered Holsteins, and their two sons.  Madland's involvement in the boys 4-H projects helped elevate her to county dairy activities, which fed her curiosity about Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.

Are you ready to step up and be a voice for fellow dairy operators?  Madland believes that Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is your checkoff and your voice. Farmer leadership is how we keep Wisconsin dairy strong for the next generation. She says if the DFW Board is not an option, consider running for a leadership position at the county level. Ask questions, bring your voice and advocate for Wisconsin dairy!


 

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It&rsquo;s election time for the 9 open districts for the<a href="https://www.wisconsindairy.org/Our-Story/Board-of-Directors-Elections"> Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors,</a> so it&rsquo;s a great time to talk about farmer leadership and their voice. Today, we learn the story of Sandy Madland, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board Director.&nbsp; Madland was elected to represent Adams, Juneau, and Monroe counties. As a Director, she helps represent farmers, guide how checkoff dollars are stewarded, and make long-term decisions that support demand for Wisconsin dairy. Madland's story is like many others in Wisconsin.&nbsp; Their family operation in Lyndon Station involves 500 registered Holsteins, and their two sons.&nbsp; Madland's involvement in the boys 4-H projects helped elevate her to county dairy activities, which fed her curiosity about Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Are you ready to step up and be a voice for fellow dairy operators?&nbsp; Madland believes that Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is <a href="https://www.wisconsindairy.org/Our-Story/Board-of-Directors">your checkoff and your voice</a>. Farmer leadership is how we keep Wisconsin dairy strong for the next generation. She says if the DFW Board is not an option, consider running for a leadership position at the county level. Ask questions, bring your voice and advocate for Wisconsin dairy! &nbsp;See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Elections Approach For Dairy Farmers of WI - Get Involved Like Sandy Madland

Wisconsin dairy farmers are bringing the farm to the classroom with the launch of the Care for the Land Escape Room, a digital, game-based learning experience for high school students. Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board member Gary Kohn joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss how this turnkey resource allows students to explore regional sustainability practices across four different Wisconsin farms. Launching Feb. 27, this interactive project uses modern technology to help the next generation connect with the science and heart behind local dairy production.

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Wisconsin dairy farmers are bringing the farm to the classroom with the launch of the Care for the Land Escape Room, a digital, game-based learning experience for high school students. Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board member Gary Kohn joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss how this turnkey resource allows students to explore regional sustainability practices across four different Wisconsin farms. Launching Feb. 27, this interactive project uses modern technology to help the next generation connect with the science and heart behind local dairy production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The High School "Escape Room" That’s Changing How We See Dairy

For many dairy operators in the state - community is critical.  From community involvement to conservation practices on the farm, it's all connected.  In Wisconsin, 99% of dairy farms are family-owned like David Bangert's dairy operation in Clark County.  His commitment to his community stretch beyond the farm gate.

Bangert believes that in Wisconsin, the WIAA reaches people in a way that really matters. High school sports are the heartbeat of so many Wisconsin communities — whether you live in a rural town or a larger city. Through the WIAA, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin connects with tens of thousands of student-athletes, their families, and fans across hundreds of schools statewide. It starts early in the season with sponsored event programs and culminates with the state tournaments. That’s a huge opportunity to remind people that dairy farmers live in these same communities and care about the kids, and their futures. Milk is the official beverage of the WIAA.

Bangert tells Pam Jahnke that he feels confident about the investment being made by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin with the WIAA because it stretches beyond the spot.  Bangert says the WIAA promotes teamwork, leadership, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle, which align perfectly with the dairy community. Milk and dairy foods support growing bodies, strong bones, and active lives. When young athletes see dairy supporting their sports and schools, it reinforces dairy as a natural part of health and performance. Which he firmly believe as a dad, a youth basketball coach, and a dairy farmer.

Find out more about the partnerships paying dividends at wisconsindairy.org.

For many dairy operators in the state - community is critical.&nbsp; From community involvement to conservation practices on the farm, it's all connected.&nbsp; In Wisconsin, 99% of dairy farms are family-owned like David Bangert's dairy operation in Clark County.&nbsp; His commitment to his community stretch beyond the farm gate.
Bangert believes that in Wisconsin, the WIAA reaches people in a way that really matters. High school sports are the heartbeat of so many Wisconsin communities &mdash; whether you live in a rural town or a larger city. Through the WIAA, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin connects with tens of thousands of student-athletes, their families, and fans across hundreds of schools statewide. It starts early in the season with sponsored event programs and culminates with the state tournaments. That&rsquo;s a huge opportunity to remind people that dairy farmers live in these same communities and care about the kids, and their futures. Milk is the official beverage of the WIAA.
Bangert tells Pam Jahnke that he feels confident about the investment being made by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin with the WIAA because it stretches beyond the spot.&nbsp; Bangert says the WIAA promotes teamwork, leadership, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle, which align perfectly with the dairy community. Milk and dairy foods support growing bodies, strong bones, and active lives. When young athletes see dairy supporting their sports and schools, it reinforces dairy as a natural part of health and performance. Which he firmly believe as a dad, a youth basketball coach, and a dairy farmer.
Find out more about the partnerships paying dividends at <a href="https://www.wisconsindairy.org/Checkoff-at-Work/Promotions">wisconsindairy.org.</a>

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