GREEN BAY, Wis. — Leading political analysts, ag experts, innovative farmers
and business strategists will be among featured speakers at the Dairy Business
Association’s 2025 Dairy Strong conference.
The conference will be held at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay on January
15-16. It will kick-off with a party at Lambeau Field and conclude with the
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin's Master Cheese Reception and a special celebration
for DBA's 25th anniversary.
The Dairy Strong conference brings together forward-thinking farmers, ag
professionals, and government and university representatives to tackle
the industry's most significant issues today. Attendees will have the
opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy,
sustainability and the future of dairy.
"We consistently strive to present distinguished speakers and
presenters who deliver innovative and inspiring discussions," Tim Trotter,
DBA CEO, said. "We look forward to reuniting with colleagues and friends
at Dairy Strong in January as we continue to move dairy’s path forward."
Several featured speakers and their topics include:
- Drew
Kessler from
Houston Engineering Inc will lead a discussion with participants
completing their first year of the Farmers for Sustainable Food
Climate-Smart Program. Farmers Michael Crinion and Patrick Maier will
share their learnings and outcomes and how they plan to incorporate the
information into their management plans for the future success of their
farms.
- Dana
Coale,
deputy administrator, Agriculture Marketing Service will be joined with
other Federal Order Milk Marketing officials to discuss the progress and
expectations of the final FMMO rule.
- Cassandra
Kuball,
vice-president of the Torrey Advisory Group, will provide an outlook on
dairy policy in Washington, D.C. for 2025. Edge Director of Government
Affairs, Karen Gefvert will discuss Edge's policy priorities for the
upcoming year.
- Leading ag economists Mike North and Marin Bozic will discuss their predictions and
insights for the milk marketing landscape, particularly in the Upper
Midwest where supplies may be tighter in the new year.
For a list of speakers and other agenda details, visit DairyStrong.org.
Registration: Visit
DairyStrong.org
to reserve your spot at the 2025 Dairy Strong conference.
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About DBA:
The Dairy Business Association is Wisconsin’s
leading dairy advocacy group, championing smart and sensible regulations
affecting the dairy community. The nonprofit organization is comprised of
farmers, milk processors, vendors and other business partners who work
collaboratively to ensure that dairy farms of all sizes have the support they
need to keep America’s Dairyland strong. More information: www.dairyforward.com.