By Blake Jackson
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is now accepting nominations to fill nine positions on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors. The nomination period began February 27 and runs through March 27, 2026.
The following districts are included in this year’s election:
- District 1 - Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties
- District 4 - Barron and Polk counties
- District 7 - Clark County
- District 10 - Brown, Door, and Kewaunee counties
- District 13 - Buffalo, Pepin, and Pierce counties
- District 16 - Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Marquette counties
- District 19 - Columbia and Dodge counties
- District 22 - Grant County
- District 25 - Green, Rock, and Walworth counties
DFW board members oversee financial decisions, establish policies, and help shape long-term strategic plans. The organization works to promote Wisconsin dairy products, strengthen demand, and serve as an advocate for the state’s dairy farmers.
Directors play an important role in representing producers and educating consumers about the dairy industry’s value and economic contribution.
Eligible candidates must be active dairy producers who market milk commercially and reside within one of the listed districts. Completed nomination forms must be signed, notarized, and postmarked by March 27, 2026, with signatures from at least five other qualified producers.
Voting will take place May 1-22, 2026. Those elected will serve three-year terms beginning July 1, 2026.
You can find nomination materials online at wisconsindairy.org/board-of-directors/elections. If you prefer a physical copy, please request one by emailing DATCPMarketOrders@wisconsin.gov.
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Categories: Wisconsin, Government & Policy, Livestock, Dairy Cattle