In America’s Dairyland, it’s hard not to love all things dairy! I have a deep appreciation for the cattle, the farm families that take care of them, dairy products such as cheese and butter, and dairy research. The Dairy Innovation Hub harnesses research and development at UW–Madison, UW–Platteville, and UW–River Falls campuses to keep Wisconsin’s $52.8 billion dairy community at the global forefront in producing nutritious dairy products in an economically, environmentally,

The holiday season often brings families and friends together over delicious food. Whether you enjoy a holiday ham, delicious desserts, or something in between, many of our favorites include an important Wisconsin staple – rich and creamy butter.   In November and December each year, butter sales peak as home cooks prepare their holiday recipes to share with loved ones. Retail butter sales are generally about 50% higher than average in these two months compared to the rest of

In the blink of an eye, August came and went with so many beautiful places, people, and products that I had the chance to interact with and promote!   174th Wisconsin State Fair My August began right off the bat with the best 11 days of summer, the 174th Wisconsin State Fair! I attended every day of the fair and each experience filled my cup to the brim with joy and richness. My first day started bright and early with media interviews and opening ceremonies, followed by a sto

Celebrate Earth Day by enjoying sustainably produced Wisconsin dairy products and turning that milk carton into a recycled creation!...

My family loves baking during the holidays. November 29th is National Lemon Cream Pie Day, the perfect opportunity to share one of our...

No two days in the life as Alice in Dairyland are the same. Each day brings a new adventure in agriculture – whether out on the farm,...

“How many of you come from a farm?” I always ask this question when speaking with elementary students. Occasionally, one or two students...

Mother Nature has shown her true color in 2019: white. This year, it seems we can’t escape the constant snowstorms and freezing...

Agriculture and the dairy industry have driven the state’s economy for over 175 years, but there is and will also be new, uncharted...

No matter how far we travel in life, we all carry traditions with us to keep the memories of where we came from alive. This is certainly...