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People in the dairy community Have some news to share from your dairy community? We want to know about it! Let us know about graduations, awards, announcements, scholarships, achievements or other interesting tidbits by sending your info to Mark Klaphake at mark.k@dairystar.com.

Wyatt Smith receives Fred Stout Experience Award Wyatt Smith, Hamburg, Minn., has been selected as one of the 2013 recipients of the Fred Stout Experience Awards.

A lifelong owner of Registered Jerseys™, Smith was selected for the on-farm experience this year. He is completing his rst year of studies in dairy science at the University of Minnesota.

Smith has been deeply involved in the operation of Smith Haven Dairy, his family’s 125-cow Jersey herd enrolled on REAP. Pursuing his particular interest in embryo transfer, Smith has helped ush cows in the herd, including performing the procedure on one of his own cows.

He has also job shadowed two veterinarians: one with a multi-herd practice and the other working for a 6,000-cow dairy. These experiences led to his decision to pursue pre-vet coursework in order to apply for veterinary college. His career goal is to focus on large animals, specically Jerseys, and specialize in reproduction and nutrition.

Smith has been a member of 4-H, FFA and the Minnesota Jersey and Junior Holstein associations. He is now a member of the Gopher Dairy and Block & Bridle clubs at the University of Minnesota, and an active member of Alpha Gamma Rho. Appler crowned Iowa Brown Swiss Princess Kathryn Appler, daughter of Laura and Kent Appler of Clermont, was crowned Iowa Brown Swiss Princess on March 8 at the annual banquet. Appler will compete in the Iowa Dairy Princess competition in August. A high school senior, Appler has been active in 4-H, the Brown Swiss association and school activities.

The Distinguished Member Award was presented to Dennis Worden, Oelwein.

Worden recently served as president of the state Brown Swiss Association. The annual state picnic will be held at Lance and Jonna Schuttes, Monona. Ofcers of the association are: Randy Frank, DeWitt, president; Doug Fairbanks, Anamosa, vice president and Jonna Schutte, Monona, secretary-treasurer.

Hallock elected to PDPW Board The members of Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) elected three new individuals to the board of directors. Mitch Breunig, Sauk City, Wis., Brian Forrest, Stratford, Wis., and Marty Hallock, Mondovi, Wis., were each elected to a three-year term. The new board members were introduced at the 2013 PDPW Business Conference March 13 in Madison, Wis. Marty Hallock is a rst-generation dairy producer. Starting with 40 cows in 1990, MarBec today has 800 cows, 700 heifers and 150 heifers raised off farm.

A graduate of UW-River Falls, Marty is president of the local school board and president of the Cooperative Education Service Agency Board of Control, which coordinates state and federal funding for schools. He has served on the Ellsworth Creamery Board for nine years and has been active on several committees within the dairy industry.

These three join six other dairy producers who complete PDPW’s nine-member board: Charles Crave, Waterloo, Wis.; Mark Diederichs, Malone, Wis.; Walter Meinholz, DeForest, Wis.; Linda White, Reedsburg, Wis.; Keith York, Lake Geneva, Wis.; and Kay Zwald, Hammond, Wis.

MDA releases election results for Dairy Research and Promotion Council The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has released the results of the Minnesota Dairy Research and Promotion Council elections. These councils play an important role in coordinating the ongoing development and promotion of Minnesota’s farm products.

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson expressed his appreciation for the service these elected board members provide and to all the producers who participated in the elections.

“This is a valuable service to all the farmer members of these councils,” said Frederickson. “And it’s equally important that producers have a say in

how their check-off dollars are spent by voting in the elections.”

The election results for the Dairy Research and Promotion Council are as follows: District 2: Peter Ripka, Ogilvie District 4: Ken Herbranson, Clitherall District 6: Ronald N. Rinkel, Hillman District 8: Corrine Lieser, Belgrade District 10: Kathleen Skiba, North Branch District 12: Charles Krause, Buffalo District 14: Paul A. Fritsche, New Ulm District 16: Keith Knutson, Pine Island District 18: David Schwartz, Slayton District 20: Christine Sukalski, LeRoy District 22: Carolyn Freese, Lanesboro

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National DHIA and Minnesota DHIA awarded 12 scholarships this year. Each is worth $750 and is awarded based on scholastic achievement, and leadership in school and community activities. Recipients must be an immediate family member or employee of a herd on DHIA test, or of a DHIA employee.

Katelyn Blackwelder, Chokio, Minn.

A 12-year 4-H member, Katelyn has held the posts of club secretary and treasurer. Currently, she serves as the Big Stone County Dairy Princess. Katelyn has used DHI records for high school papers, projects and speeches. Katelyn plans to major in Ag Communications so she can use her skills to coordinate events and educate others about agriculture, focusing on dairy. Katelyn is the daughter of Mark and Amy Blackwelder.

Meghan Connelly, Rochester, Minn.

The class valedictorian, Meghan lettered for academic excellence and was a National Honor Society member. She also serves as 4-H president and master acolyte. Meghan believes DHIA will play a huge role in the industry’s future through record keeping and bottom line economics. “In our ever-increasing world of technology, accurate record keeping will only become more important. At the end of the day, the more information farmers have, the better choices they can make.”

Meghan is the daughter of Kevin and Kathy Connelly.

Charlie Dicke, Goodhue, Minn.

A leader in FFA and 4-H, Charlie was involved with student council, band, football, wrestling, and baseball in high school. As a community volunteer, Charlie has participated in the Udder Run Committee, Habitat for Humanity, Women’s Crisis Center and Feed my Starving Children. Charlie plans to return to his family’s dairy farm after college at UW-Madison Farm and Industry Short Course for Dairy Farm Management, and notes, “There is always something new to learn that can be implemented on a farm, even if it is a successful farm.” Charlie is the son of Lyle and Shannon Dicke.

Katie Hirsch, Howard Lake, Minn.

While in high school, Katie was actively involved in National Honor Society (NHS) and Student Council. Additionally, she is a Wright County Farm Bureau member and served as Wright County Dairy Princess, FFA president and historian, and the softball team manager. Katie credits her strong work ethic to growing up on a farm. She feels this will help her reach her career goal as a large animal vet. Katie is the daughter of Lyle and Mary Hirsch.

Hailey Ihrke, St. Charles, Minn.

Captain of her high school’s basketball and softball teams, Hailey also served in 4-H and FFA ofcer positions, including Region VIII reporter. Hailey’s work experience includes milking and calf care provider and Hidden Hill Dairy LLC and greenhouse helping hand at Pork & Plants LLC. She credits DHIA for “galvanizing” her record keeping skills in 4-H and FFA. Looking to the future, Hailey envisions producers managing their herds through online charts and graphs, and phone applications. Hailey is the daughter of Pat and Jackie Ihrke.

ambassador and dairy bowl and dairy judging team member.

In addition, she served as Carver County Dairy Princess and America Reads Program mentor. Christine jumped into college life by joining the Stout@Hand outreach program and University Choir. She chose teaching as her career because she believes that teachers can help students achieve their dreams.

Christine is the daughter of Tim and Amy Leonard.

Mary Liebenstein, Dundas, Minn.

At the University of Minnesota, Mary is involved in Gopher Dairy Club, Block and Bridle, and Collegiate Agri-Women.

Her FFA accomplishments include rst place individual in state dairy judging contest, president and Chapter Star Farmer.

In 4-H, Mary participated in dairy judging and dairy quiz bowl, and attended National Dairy Conference. An active participant in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church youth group, she also traveled to Guatemala on a youth mission trip and helped at Caring and Sharing Hands. Mary is the daughter of Paul and Barb Liebenstein.

Aaron Thompson, Nicollet, Minn.

In high school, Aaron was active in National Honor Society, Student Council and tutoring. He has held all the leadership po-

sitions in 4-H and in FFA. Aaron’s GPA earned him the number one spot in his high school class. He has participated in many community activities, including planning and running his own fundraiser “Kiss the Cow for Cancer”. Aaron is going to Concordia College for Business and Communication and would like to take his education to an international rm where he can help producers become more productive as the need to feed the world becomes increasingly important. He notes, “Farmers are the stewards of the world, and are in charge of feeding every person in it.” Aaron is the son of Lee and Kim Thompson.

Andrew Thyen, Waverly, S.D. In high school, Andrew was n Academic All State football and basketball player. He participated in the Northern State Math Contest, Geometry ECC and Science Fair ECC. For the South Dakota Junior Holstein Association, Andrew has held the vice president and treasurer posts. His 4-H dairy judging team won the state contest, which allowed him to compete in the National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest. Andrew is responsible for raising the young stock on his family’s dairy farm. He also assists with raising crops. Andrew is the son of Dan and Becky Thyen.

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Amber Johnson, Chetek, Wis. A top 10 academic student, Amber has also participated in Future Business Leaders of America and 4-H. Her experience using DHIA records has helped her learn problem solving skills to improve milk quality and herd health within her family’s dairy herd. She notes it provided insight into a possible career in Vet Medicine. Amber plans on going into a Pre-Vet program at the University of Minnesota. Like many winners, Amber looks forward to using DHIA milk samples for even more animal health tests. Amber is the daughter of James and Gwen Johnson.

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Jacob Johnson, Heron Lake, Minn.

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Johanna Knorr, Pelican Rapids, Minn.

Class valedictorian, Johanna led National Honor Society as its president. She also participated in knowledge bowl and math team. With a passion for agriculture and strong interest in politics, she says, “I believe we need people in the dairy industry who have a thorough knowledge of politics and government; we need people in our government who have an understanding of agriculture. I would like to take the knowledge I gain from my political science degree and use it to ensure that government policies are concurrent with the goals of farmers everywhere.” Johanna is the daughter of Brad and Jane Knorr.

Christine Leonard, Young America, Minn.

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1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped green pepper 2 Tbsp butter 2 cups chopped cooked turkey/chicken 1-4 oz can green chili peppers rinsed, seeded, chopped 3 Tbsp butter 1/4 cup our 1 tsp ground coriander 3/4 tsp salt 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 1 cup sour cream 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese 12- 6-inch tortillas In large saucepan cook onion and pepper in the 2 Tbsp butter until tender. Com-

bine onion mixture in bowl with chicken and chili peppers; set aside. For sauce, in same pan melt 3 Tbsp butter. Stir in our, coriander and salt. Stir in chicken broth all at once; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes more. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream and 1/2 cup cheese. Stir in 1/2 cup sauce into chicken mixture.

Dip each tortilla into remaining sauce to soften; ll each with 1/4 cup chicken mixture. Roll up, arrange rolls in 9x13x2-inch baking dish; pour remaining sauce over. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake uncovered, 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Submitted by: Elizabeth Brehm Dubuque County Dairy Princess

Cheeseburger Soup 1/2 to 1 pound ground beef 3/4 cup chopped onions 3/4 cup shredded carrots 3/4 cup diced celery 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried parsley akes 4 Tbsp butter, divided 3 cups chicken broth 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes 1/4 cup all purpose our 2 cups of Velveeta processed cheese cubed 1 1/2 cup milk 3/4 tsp salt 1/4 to 1/2 tsp pepper 1/4 cup sour cream

Chicken Wild Rice Soup

1.) Brown the ground beef in 3 quart saucepan. Drain and set aside.

2.) In the same saucepan add 1 Tbsp butter and add onion, shredded carrots, parsley akes, basil, and celery. Saute until tender.

3.) Add the broth, potatoes and beef and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

4.) In small skillet melt remaining butter (3 Tbsp) and add the our. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly. Add to the soup and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low.

5.) Stir in the cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat and blend in sour cream.

Submitted by: Karen VonRuden, Claremont, Minn.

1/2 cup uncooked wild rice 1 Tbsp canola oil 1 quart water 1 cup onions, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped 1 cup carrots, chopped 1/2 cup butter 1 cup our 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) chicken broth 2 cups light cream or whole milk 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon salt 1-2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped Rinse rice; drain. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, oil and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Cook chicken breast until done; cool and dice. Meanwhile, in a large kettle, cook onion, celery and carrots in butter until vegetables are almost tender. Blend in our; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth and undrained rice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in cream rosemary, salt and chicken. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Freezes well...thaw and reheat.

Quiche Submitted by Michele Schroeder, Courtland, Minn.

1 pie crust 1 lb. seasoned pork, browned and drained 6 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded cheese 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped frozen broccoli 1 can mushrooms, drained (optional) Put the pie crust into the bottom of a glass pie plate.

Mix together the pork, eggs, milk, cheese, broccoli and mushrooms. Pour into the pie crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.