Young Producers gather at Hoard's Dairyman Farm

Producers from around the state of Wisconsin, northern Illinois, and southeastern Minnesota gathered at our very own Hoard’s Dairyman Farm this past Saturday, June 13, for the Accelerated Genetics Young Producer Summer Meltdown event.

At this family-oriented outing, farm tours were given throughout the late morning with opportunities for attendees to ask questions of the farm staff about the herd and facilities. A catered lunch was served, followed by a brief program and introductions of all attendees. Producers then visited the National Dairy Shrine Visitor’s Center and Hoard Historical Museum before the event concluded.

Accelerated Genetics’ Young Producer Program aims to develop future leaders for their cooperative in a fun and friendly environment while also developing the leadership and communications skills of their members. The group is lead by a board of producers who help organize their four annual events. Other events include a Young Producer Summit to be held in early December, a Winter Get-Away in January, as well as their annual leadership conference held each year in March.