Telling The Sustainability Story - Laura Raatz
Wisconsin dairy farmers truly care about their animals and the land they work on, focusing on sustainable practices to produce high-quality products. They’re dedicated to keeping their cows healthy and protecting the environment, all while maintaining strong family traditions. For this month’s che…
Sustainability Stories Matter To Buyers Domestically And Abroad - Lisa Ramatowski
Why is it so important to continue building trust and sharing stories of sustainable dairy farm practices in Wisconsin dairy? Lisa Ramatowski, vice president of sustainability and export marketing at Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin says sustainability is not simply a global trend, it’s a lasting commit…
Survey Confirms Farmers' Dedication to the Land -Chad Vincent
Farmers have long prioritized the health of their land, air, water, and animals, a tradition that spans generations. The recent Dairy Producer Survey shows that this commitment is still strong in Wisconsin's dairy industry. Joining us for this month's check-in with Dairy Checkoff is Chad Vincent, C…
A Unified Effort For Wisconsin Dairy - Ben Miller
Ben Miller is the new vice president of industry relations at Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Right now, he's focused on getting an education on everything that's going on within Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, including trade missions that are coming to the state to visit dairy farms, meet cheesemakers a…
Youth Learn About The Importance Of Wisconsin Dairy
Ericka Schade does youth and community outreach for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. World Dairy Expo saw over 2,000 FFA students and hundreds of school students this week. Additionally, over 55,000 school kids are a part of the Adopt-A-Cow program.
Cheese Fair Off the Square: A Taste of Wisconsin -Rachel Kerr
Wisconsin’s love for cheese is set to shine once again as the highly anticipated "Cheese, Fair Off the Square" event returns to Madison. With an expanded lineup of cheesemakers and a new location, this year’s event promises to be bigger and better, drawing thousands of cheese enthusiasts from acros…
World Dairy Expo Is A Perfect Plum To Pick - Tina Peterson
The world is coming to Madison for World Dairy Expo, and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin's isn't going to miss an opportunity to educate or promote Wisconsin's dairy goods. Pam Jahnke gets a look at the playbook for the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin staff during the big event with Tina Peterson, director …
DFW Enhances Farmer Communication and Outreach - Liza Schlintz
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is dedicated to ensuring that dairy producers across the state are well-informed and engaged. Through a range of innovative communication strategies and outreach programs, DFW aims to keep farmers updated on the impact of their contributions and the organization's ongoing…
Dairy Lane Highlights At WI State Fair - Erika Schade
Over a million visitors made the Wisconsin State Fair part of their summer in 2023, and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is hoping they'll all show up again - and bring friends! Erika Schade, Community and Schools Manager for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, is particularly excited about the new knowledge el…
Data Driving Consumers Decisions -Suzanne Isige
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is harnessing the power of data insights to boost demand for Wisconsin dairy products nationwide. Suzanne Isige, Director of Market Research for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, joins us for this month’s check in with dairy checkoff to emphasize the significant role that secon…