Yearbook - Herkimer Co. Dairy Promotion 50 Years: 1964-2013

Herkimer County Dairy Promotion Celebrating Herkimer County Dairy Farmers and their Milk for 50 years!

1964 - 2013 50th Dairy Princess Pageant â–Ş April 20, 2013

www.herkimercountydairypromotion.com â–Ş email: hcdairyprincess@hotmail.com

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Herkimer County Dairy Princesses - 1964 to Present 1964 1965 1966 1967

1968 1969

1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977

1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986

Virginia Welden Brown Carol Prior Spaulding Denise Entwistle Albin Marjorie McKenney NYS Dairy Princess Helen Agne Cleveland Deborah Brelinsky Zampardi Debrah Lyon Murphy Deborah Gilbert Baron Cynthia Will Ball Ann Preisser Brown Eileen Donahoe Muhlig Aline Preisser Kay Schwasnick Margevich Debra Slowik Robinson Marian Hawrylchak McLaughlin Susan Mower NYS Dairy Princess Donna Klock Micozzi Melinda Dye Rickard Lori Gorham Burritt Darlene DeRhonda Barnhart NYS Alternate Doreen King DeGroff Lori Smith Hembury Anne Currier Homer Andrea King Winslow Nancy Livingston Palmiter Deborah Donahoe Windecker

1987 Brooke Andresen 1988 Dana Slaughter Dornburgh 1989 Kim Costello 1990 Kim Aldous 1991 Beth Plungis Roberts 1992 Tammy Donahoe Graves 1993 Marrick McDonald 1994 Stacey Winkler Kruse

Crystal Dillenbeck Chrisman 1995 Cindy Donahoe Allen 1996 Brenda Armstrong-Merena 1997 Melissa Foster Hawkins 1998 Kirsten Haughton Bezio 1999 Katie Fredericks 2000 Kassandra Martin 2001 Jordanna Dodge NYS Dairy Princess 2002 Jessica Hula-Fredericks NYS 2nd Alternate 2003 Esther Prokopienko-Najjarian 2004 Chelsea Hammont 2005 Amanda Nelson 2006 Gabrielle Piccione Bray 2007 Natalie Chlus NYS 1st Alternate 2008 Breanna Douglas 2009 Leah Davis 2010 Katie Upson 2011 Jennifer Hula 2012 Hannah Douglas

Dairy Princess to Dairy Farmer Debrah Lyon Murphy 1969 Susan Mower NYS Dairy Princess 1977 Lori Smith Hembury 1982 Deborah Donahoe Windecker 1986 Melissa Foster Hawkins 1997 Jessica Hula-Fredericks NYS 2nd Alternate 2002 Jennifer Hula 2011

Our Dedication We dedicate our 50th Dairy Princess Pageant to Moms, Dads, family, friends and mentors who have provided energy, commitment, time and money to our promotion and personal and professional development endeavors.

Let us honor the legacies of our dairy farmers of past, the commitments of dairy farmers of present and the passions of dairy farmers of our future by savoring sips of milk, scoops of ice cream and slices of cheese.

971 Dairy Farms to 187 Dairy Farms (1964) (2007)

Silver Cow Awards Individuals and businesses recognized for offering outstanding service on behalf of the dairy industry, dairy farmers, milk and dairy products.

34,000 milk cows to 13,000 milk cows (1964) (2007) 1964 Dairy Farms 971 1974 Dairy Farms 608 1987 Dairy Farms 413 1997 Dairy Farms 395 2002 Dairy Farms 239 2007 Dairy Farms 187

34,000 Milk cows 30,000 Milk cows 25,000 Milk cows 36.000 Milk cows 17,000 Milk cows 13,000 Milk cows

2013 U.S. Milk State Rankings 1. California 2. Wisconsin 3. Idaho 4. New York

1976 Joe Brown 1977 Ed Slusarczyk 1978 Joe Zaleski 1979 Jim Huxtable 1980 Anita Maxwell 1981 Gene Brace 1982 Ken & Millie Finster 1983 Jeff & Ginny Shaw 1984 Melvin & Marion McKenney 1985 Gordon & Nancy Donahoe 1986 Harold Talbot 1987 George Demeree 1988 Farm Credit Service 1989 Dr. William Grace 1990 Fred & Debie Jones 1991 Connie Chuff 1992 James & Judy King 1993 Leonard & Lois Gilbert 1994 CNY Farm Progress Show Committee

Nuture the Future

1995 The Farnell Family 1996 Jeff & Audrey Donahoe 1997 Carol Mower 1998 Rudy Scialdo 1999 Herkimer County Trust Co. 2000 Allen & Myra Fredericks 2001 Cathie Ricci 2002 LeeAnn Platt 2003 Jordanna Dodge 2004 Edward & Shirley Mower 2005 Duane Sidney 2006 Kaye Smith 2007 Harry & Linda Robbins 2008 Paul VanDenburgh 2009 Glen Gasstrom 2010 Herkimer County Dairy Farmers 2011 Stewart’s Shops 2012 Dari-Del, Manino Family

1st Decade

1964-1973 1969 Debrah Lyon

> Deborah Gilbert

1964 Virginia WeldEN 1965 Carol Prior

Alternates/Dairy Maids: Patricia Murphy, Marilyn Ives Jeannie Rose, Jackie Varin

Alternates/Dairy Maids: Cynthia Brelinsky, Kitty Johnson, Stephanie Langow, Jacalyn Mahon, Rosemary Murphy, Theresa Murphy, Kathleen Suits

1966 Denise Entwistle

1970 Cynthia Will

1967 Marjorie McKenney - NYS Dairy Princess

> Helen Agne

1971 Ann Preisser

1968 deborah brelinsky

1972 Eileen Donahoe 1973 Aline Preisser

Businesses of the Time..

Urgo’s Farm Supply Waller’s Sales + Service Shlotzhauer Farm Equip. Kellehers Garage + Imp W. Winfield Farm Supply C. Nelson Wissick John Kubecka + Sons Valley Tractor Sales + Service Ortliebs Sales + Service Valley Equipment Dairymen’s League NFO Farm Bureau Eastern Milk Producers (Little Falls) Easter Milk Prod. (W.W.) Oneida National Bank Herkimer Co. Trust Marine Midland Trust Mohawk-Schoharie Production Credit Assn.

Granges (10) Corrado Milling Co Agway Span Oil Co. L.B. Senif Sons, Inc Herkimer Petroleum Herkimer Vet Hospital Valley Vet Clinic Dr. Wainwright Gloo + Gloo Insurance J. Brady Thomas Rogers + Ashe Leslie Morris Cattle Co. Cut Rate Super Market A & P Little Falls JC Peney Park Row Drug Gregorka Camera Shop Morotti Jewelry Montgomery Wards W.T. Grants Fryers’ Fot Fashions Buckminster Jeweler Wayside Flowers General Herkimer Hotel Lovier Dairy McLaughlin Dept. Store Queensboro Dan Dee Donuts Grossman P&C Aiellos Market Myers Clothing Neisners of LIttle Falls Nedco Oneida National Bank

Suzanne Shop Eastern A.I.

Sunny Side Sales & Service Glen Mohawk

More People and Promoters of the Time...

Harold “Doc” Talbot Ruth Brown J. Joseph Brown Melvin McKenney Glenn + Mae Donahoe David Carrig Barron Wilson Richard Shlotzhauer John Brelinsky Mary Prior Charles Haughton Gordon Paul Urilla Brown

Reta Taylor Kenneth Finster Anne Marvin Gordon Donahoe William Finch Walt Guzik Irving Pett Dave Hopson Shirley Mower Wallace Burke Shirley Russell Dale Goddrich Charles Casler

Marian McKenney Joseph Zaleski Agnes Burke Marian Garrison David Huxtable Perry Herrington Arthur VanVechten Robert Wheeler Nancy Donahoe Charles Guzewich Mrs. LeRoy Windecker Hank Getchel

Banker Calf Awards: 4-H - Larry Neff, Willliam Zaleski, Charles Burdick,

Robert Donahoe FFA - James Lipiec, Gary Nabinger, Richard Brelinsky,

David Barragan Poster Contest Awards:

Sharon Moshaty, Ingrid Moller, Tim Colonese, Elizabeth Muller, Colleen Brown, Nancy Wightman, Lisa Mossaco, Nancy Eysaman, Sharon Stewart, Ronald Zawtoski source: 1969 Herkimer County Dairy Princess Pageant program

So God Made a Farmer “I need somebody to get up before dawn and milk cows and work all day in the fields, milk cows again, eat supper and then go to town and stay past midnight at a meeting of the school board. So, God made a farmer.” right: 25th Pageant in 1988 4

1st Decade

1964-1973

Virginia (Ginny) Welden Brown ▪ 1964 Virginia was our first Herkimer County Dairy Princess. ► Attending the World’s Fair in New York City is her favorite memory.

Hard; really hard to believe it has been 50 years! Fifty years ago makes this event seem almost like it happened to someone else in another time. I have, however, taken some moments to reflect on the experience and recall it as very enjoyable and rather scary for someone who likes to hide from the public eye as much as I seem to. Everyone was generous and I met some truly interesting and thoughtful folks. ► As a young woman, I loved the farm, the animals, the fact that we were part of a group of people who supplied something of great value to the well being of people. ► I now live in the city, Minneapolis, MN which is a long way from the farm. I am enjoying this experience and find there are many ways to be part of the earth, even here. Last summer I had the opportunity to visit the farm where I was raised and lived during my time as Dairy Princess and it is definitely a bittersweet memory. Time has changed so many things and recognition was only in glimpses. ►

My good wishes are extended to you and everyone who attends. Many blessings to you all.

Carol Prior Spaulding ▪ 1965

Carol is the daughter of Cart and Marion Prior of Clayville. She was involved in the Hoofbeats riding Club at Mt. Markham. She graduated from high school in 1965 and Cornell University in 1969 with a degree in Home Economics. She was married in 1972. She was teaching at North Babylon Sr. High School at the time of her unexpected passing due to a heart condition.

Ann Marvin chaperoned Carol to the State Pageant held in New York City. Agnes Burke and Joe Brown were also part of Carol’s dairy princess year.

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Left: Trophy presented to Carol Prior in 1965 during her coronation. Carol treasured it!

Thank you Marion Prior for sharing it with us.

Above: Patricia Murphy, Marilyn Ives, Jeannie Rose Williams, Carol Prior, Unknown, Jackie Varin Right: Carol with her parents, Marion and Cart.

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1st Decade

1964-1973

Denise Entwistle Albin ▪ 1966 Mother of Adrienne, Megan and Kim, Denise and her husband, Michael, live in Frankfort near the family dairy farm.

She is a special education teacher.

Denise’s most memorable moments were riding in the parade with Dave Garroway and the trip to New York City.

Editor’s note: Denise’s father, Bob Entwistle, Sr. , is still attending livestock auctions as of April 2013. ►

Marjorie McKenney VanRigh ▪ 1967 New York State Dairy Princess

Marjorie became the New York State Dairy Princess at the State Pageant held in August 1967. Helen Agne Cleveland became Herkimer Co. Dairy Princess.

The old princess in Holland. caption by Marjorie

Since 1972 I have been living in Holland. My last visit to the states was almost 2 years ago. For 20 years I was married to a Dutchman. We spent 5 years sailing on our own sailboat in the Med. At the moment I am retired and living in Amstelveen, Holland. I studied Social Work at Syracuse University where I received a BA degree. In Holland I worked as a English Secretary for many years.

I eat lots of dairy products....every day I eat yoghurt for breakfast and Dutch cheese for lunch.

I have lots of good memories of my time as New York State Dairy Princess. The highlight was the 4 days spent in Chicago, for the National Competition. I was the 3rd runner-up.

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Marjorie spent 5 years sailing her own sailboat in the Mediterranean.

Helen Agne Cleveland

Marjorie’s old sailing friend and his boat, 5th Symphony.

▪ 1967

She is married to James Cleveland and lives in Little Falls, N.Y. They have three sons, Jesse, Douglas and Cale. She enjoys photography and many other interests.

Dairy Memory: Going to NYC and touring the Statue of Liberty and Staten Island and also eating in Chinatown. For a kid that had never been anywhere, it meant the world to her.

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West Winfield/Mt. Markham School was attended by the most Dairy Princesses: 19 6

1st Decade

1964-1973

Deborah Brelinsky Zampardi ▪ 1968 Deborah is married to Frank Zampardi. She has four daughters: Melissa, Laura, Christina and Theresa and enjoys her grandchildren.

Debby can still appreciate what the exposure of being Princess has done for her. The State Pageant in Syracuse is her best memory. ►

Debrah Lyon Murphy ▪ 1969 Debrah is a dairy farmer with her husband, William J. Murphy two miles south of Fairfield.

They have been there 41 years and have 350 head; milking 170 cows. She raises the calves, feeding as many as 40 twice a day. They have four children and 10 grandchildren. She enjoys traveling to the long-distance grandchildren.

On December 4, 2013, their farm will celebrate a centennial of Murphy ownership. Consequently, she is planning summer 2013 farm tours the 100-year celebration. ►

Debrah is active in the Fairfield Restoration Association. With a historical comrade, she took pictures, 142 different views of the barns in the Town of Farifield. Her motivation was to document them before the deteriorating barns fell down. There is a slide presentation of the barn views set to the music of “Gone with the Wind.” There are 3 posters available for purchase. Each poster has a collage of 18 barns. ►

The word to describe my farmer is “diligent.”

Deborah Gilbert Baron ▪ 1969 Wow --- doesn’t seem so long ago until I type the 1969. My husband, Bob, and I live in Voorheesville, N.Y. I was a “stay-at-home mom” until our youngest child headed to college. At that time, I accepted a position at the Voorheesvile Central School District business office. My hobbies are many, including travel, watching sporting events, scrapbooking, and reading.

We visit the family farm (Len-Lo Farms) several times a year, however; since our four adult children do not live in the area (3 live out-of-state), it makes it difficult to get to the farm more often.

The Len-Lo Farms extended family manages to mark their calendars and get to the farm for nearly all holidays. The grandchildren and great a grandchildren delight in these visits. ► A dairy farmer is someone who is totally committed to the lifestyle. Several generations ago, becoming a farmer may have been by heritage rather than design. Not so these last few generations and for the future. Farmers are extremely dedicated to their livestock and their land. Dairy farmers are extremely hard-working. It is certainly the epitome of a 24/7 job. ► I still enjoy the Milk Mustache commercials. ► Dairy products are a major staple in our household. It would be difficult to decide between the morning glass of milk or the evening bowl of popcorn drenched in butter. ► My fondest memories include meeting all of the wonderful people throughout Herkimer County and the events; riding in the parade was pretty special and the state pageant was a terrific event. ►

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1st Decade

1964-1973

Cynthia Will Ball ▪ 1970 She is married to David Ball and lives in West Winfield, N.Y. They have a daughter, Hilary. Horses are her hobby.

For her first speaking engagement with a fraternal organization, she was prepared to speak to 20-50 people and found 250 or more when she arrived. She took a deep breath and did what she had to do. It gave her a great feeling of accomplishment that helped her over and over again her her career and personal life.

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Ann Preisser Brown ▪ 1971 Dolgeville graduate

Eileen Donahoe Muhlig ▪ 1972 Eileen works at the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing. ► She fondly remembers her time spent at community events, especially those with fellow dairy princess Janice Smith from Oneida County.

Last farm “visit” was probably in the late 80’s during my days with Cooperative Extension and the Farmnet program. Those were difficult times.

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Food has to be ice cream with Greek yogurt in second place. The ice cream: year round and anywhere I hear it’s good. ► Word to describe dairy farmer: Strong, tireless and family. ►

Aline Preisser ▪ 1973 Dolgeville graduate

Milk is clean. ▪ Milk is comfortable cows.

Milk is YOur Protein Drink. ▪ Milk is OUr Life’s Work.

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2nd Decade

1974-1983

1974 Kay schwasnick

1980 darlene Derhonda

1975 debra slowik

1981 doreen king

1976 mariane hawrylchak 1977 susan mower > NYS Dairy Princess

> Donna Klock 1978 melinda dye

Dairy Maids: Dawn Leshinski 1982 lori smith

Alternates/Dairy Maids: Debbie Cady, Donna Haddad, Kelly Smith, Karen Stillwell, Jean Hathaway, Doris Hula, Donna Salamone 1983 anne currier

1979 lori gorham

Businesses of the Time..

More People and Promoters of the Time...

Empire Harvestor Agway DelTown Foods Legg’s Dairy Equipment C. Nelson Wissick West Winfield Farm Supply Urgo’s Farm Suply Beacon Feeds Mohawk-Schoharie Production Credit Association

Eugene Brace

Assemblyman Tony Casale Dick + Grace Presky Marion + Melvin McKenney Jeff + Ginny Shaw Duane Sidney Leonard + Lois Gilbert Henry Huxtable Ella Mickle Walt Guzik Wasil + Anna Halkowich

Great American & Victory Don’s PUmps Eastern Milk Producers Schesch the Florist Nedco Oneida National Bank Suzanne Shop Sunny Side Sales & Service Eastern A.I. Glen Mohawk

Glenn + Marcia Armstrong Kathy + Kelvin Smith Howard + Ginny Wolfe Judy + Jim King Gordon + Nancy Donahoe Dawn Leshinski Joe Shwasnick Linda + Harry Robbins Skip Hislop Ed + Shirley Mower Jim Legg

source: Herkimer County Dairy Princess Pageant program

Kay Schwasnick Margevich ▪ 1974 She is married to Robert Maragevich and they have two children, Jennifer and Jeffrey.

They live in South Carolina.

Her hobbies are travel, golf, reading, crafts and needlework. ► The children were always so interested and their eyes would be big seeing “real” princess.

Debra Slowik Robinson ▪ 1975 Debra enjoyed working with the public and children.

This Seal is your assurance of a REAL dairy Food.

Made with 100% U.S. Milk

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She is married to Jim McLaughlin and lives in Liverpool, N.Y. They have four children, Megan, Allison, Leslie and Shannon. She is a pharmacist and professor at LeMoyne College. Photography, scrapbooking and gardening are her hobbies.

Going to the elementary schools to teach about dairy products and seeing the kids so excited about seeing a “princess.”

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Susan Mower ▪ 1977

Donna Klock Micozzi ▪ 1977

Sue owns and operates the registered Holstein dairy farm, Maypar, in West Winfield. She has a son, Dan. Her hobbies are quilting, crafts and registered Holsteins.

Donna resides in New Hampsire with her husband, Joseph, and their children, Marisa and Jack. She is a Technical Writer at BEA Systems in Burlington, Mass.

Representing her family and lifestyle is her favorite memory. She loved going to the fairs and meeting all the farmers in the county. She remembers making “magic cows” and handing out ribbons at the fair.

New York State Dairy Princess

Meeting the Canadian National Dairy Princess and the National Dairy Princess from England/Wales.

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Melinda Dye Rickard ▪ 1978 Melinda lives in Eaton, Colorado with her husband, Steve and is an administrator of an assisted living facility. She and her husband have Morgan horses, which they ride as much as possible.

She has many memories including “cheerleading” at the state pageant, the week at State Fair, school programs and working with the elderly. The dairy princess program influenced her to apply as a exchange student to Sweden.

Lori Gorham Burritt ▪ 1979 She is married to Scot Burritt and lives in Poland, N.Y, and they have two children, Katherine and Peter. Her family’s farm produces hay, crops and wood and Lori is owner/operator of Flowers for You in Newport. In the community, Lori is a church organist and an EMT with KVAC. ► She loved all the public speaking engagements, especially the trips to Hotel Syracuse. ► Milk’s the One! gets my vote I still live on a farm.

I like to eat dairy products at any place that’s gluten free!! ► American describes a dairy farmer ► Dairy farming is a tremendous commitment to a wonderful lifestyle. ► ►

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2nd Decade

1974-1983

Darlene DeRhonda Barnhart ▪ 1980 NYS

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Alternate Dairy Princess

Darlene is married to Michael W. Barnhart and lives in Jordanville, N.Y., with their three children; Justin (senior), Kyle (freshman) and Kalen (2nd grader). Darlene is a second-grade teacher at Richfield Springs School. Our family also includes Krista Robinson, Jason Barnhart, Stacey Gaughn, and Ryan Barnhart. Our grandchildren are Alexandria and Corey Barnhart, Landen Gaughn, and Brayden Barnhart. I enjoy camping, working with my horses, snowmobiling and riding on the back of my husband’s motorcycle. ► Meeting and working with many people in the dairy industry are many pleasant memories. I especially treasure my friendship and guidance that Mr. Eugene Brace bestowed upon me.

We still do some hay on my father’s farm and I enjoy visting my husband’s nutrition farms several times each year.``► Favorite slogan: Milk’s the One! ► I enjoy dairy products the most in the summer at the ice cream stand! ► A dairy farmer is resourceful and determined. ► Dairy farming is rewarding, unpredictable, ever changing. ►

Doreen King DeGroff ▪ 1981

Kingvue Farm

Lori Smith Hembury ▪ 1982

School programs for the special education clases at Herkimer Co. BOCES are her fondest memories.

Lorrinda Holsteins

Lori and her husband, Ron, live in Muncy, Pa., with their three sons who are avid wrestlers. She works for the U.S. Postal Service and enjoys decorating, fitness and her boys’ sports.

Visiting the elementary schools, handing out trophies at cow shows and grocery store promotions are my best memories.

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2nd Decade

1974-1983

Anne Currier Homer ▪ 1983 May 7, 1966 - April 7, 2013

Anne C. Homer Cedar Lake Anne C. Homer, 46, passed away on April 7, 2013 in the comfort of her home with her loving family at her side. She was born in New Hartford on May 7, 1966 to Paul and Dorothy Looft Currier. Anne received her education in Mt. Markham schools, graduating with the class of 1984 and went on to earn her Associates Degree at M.V.C.C. On July 29, 1989, Anne and Kevin Homer were united in marriage at St. Patrick’s Church in Clayville.

She began her career with Stetson-Harza Architects and Engineers and was currently employed with Murnane Building Contractors in Whitesboro. Anne was a blessing to her family and friends. She adored her children, was very involved in their activities and was always their biggest fan. She would light up a room when she walked in with her smile, laugh, warmth and humor. Anne was an active member of the Mt. Markham Sports Boosters.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Kevin, her daughter McKenzie Anne and her son Cody James, her parents Paul and Dorothy Currier of Cedar Lake, her sisters, Laurie C. and Chris Feisthamel of Cedar Lake and Renee C. and Wayne Manderson of New Hartford, her brothers, Scott Currier and Daniel and Candy Currier, all of Cedar Lake.

In Anne’s memory, a college fund is being established for Cody and McKenzie, c/o Kevin Homer, 656 Albany Rd. West Winfield, NY 13491.

Anne loved doing radio spots, parades and attending meetings, however, her most treasured memories were school programs. ► Anne attended both the 25th and 40th Dairy Princess Pageants. ►

In Everlasting Memoriam for our Dairy Farmer and Promotion Family What we have done for ourselves dies with us.

What we have done for others and.

What we have done for the world remains everlasting.

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3rd Decade

1984-1993

1984 ANDREA KING

1990

Alternate: Audrey Mower

Alternate: Crystal Coso 1991

1985 Nancy Livingston

kim aldous

Beth Plungis

Alternate: Janna Parelli

Alternate: Marrick McDonald, Crystal Coso Dairy Maids: Jennifer Aldous, Stephanie Hula, Nancy Carvalho

1987 Brooke andresen

1992 Tammy donahoe

1986 Deborah Donahoe

Alternate: Rebecca Zumbrun Dairy Maids: Barb Farnell, Nancy Mower 1988 Dana slaughter

Alternate: Arlene Mower Dairy Maids: Debra Carney, Teresa Gorinshek 1989 kim Costello

Alternate: Jennifer Farnell Dairy Maids: Tracey Crossett, Heather Wheeler

Alternates: Marrick McDonald, Sharon Farnell Dairy Maids: Jennifer Aldous, Melissa Foster, Adrienne Albin, Pat Sterling, Susanne Mower 1993 marrick mcDonald

Alternates: Sharon Farnell, Stacy Winkler Dairy Maids: Adrienne Albin, Joanne Entwistle, Melissa Foster, Susanne Mower, Pat Sterling

Commitment to the > Butter vs. Margarine

150th Anniversary for Herkimer County Milking Contest at Fair Sundae Give-a-way at Fair Dellwood, Herkimer County Trust, Norstar

Andrea King Winslow ▪ 1984 Kingvue Farm

Andrea lives in Vermont with her husband, Mark, and four children (3 sons, 1 daughter). Her most memorbsble expertiences were speaking to the Kiwanis Club in Ilion and working on the school programs. She benefited from the program in public speaking and presenation ability.

Nancy Livingston Palmiter ▪ 1985

Nancy is married to Vern Palmiter and lives in Sherburn, N.Y. They have three children: Daniel at RIT, Rochester, N.Y., Ashley at SUNY Oneonta, and Ryan is a Junior in High school. I work for Gold Star Feed and Grain in Sangerfield, N.Y. as Office Manager. My hobbies are kayaking, watching ice hockey, and music. ► The children and their comments were priceless.

I go home to the farm in West Winfield to see my parents, brothers and their families every other weekend. ► Describe dairy farming- challenging, yet rewarding, commitment, most

imporantly - FAMILY. ►“Milk Americas Health Kick” is my favorite slogan ► Dairy products are an everyday item for me and my family, I still drink milk with every meal--so do my boys--and cheese goes on everything. ►

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3rd Decade

1984-1993

Deborah Donahoe Windecker ▪ 1986 Deb lives on Windex Farm with her husband and children, Dale, Kayla and Bryce - and their dog, T-Bone. She is a certified real estate appraiser and is assistant to the Regional Director at NYS DOT. She is on the board of directors for Holland Patent Co-op, and has added a retail beef enterprise to Windex Farm: Windecker’s Grassy-Knoll beef (windeckerfarm.com). ► I remember leaving fingerprints on Gov. Guomo’s starched white shirt while putting a real seal pin at the Herkimer County Fair. I had just come from showing my Holsteins.

Tonight was my last farm visit.

Real Seal. ► Greek yogurt and ice cream topped with homemade hot fudge sauce (Grandma Donahoe’s recipe) ► As a dairy farmer, I think I am crazy most days. ► Dairy farming is constant animal observation 24/7 and today’s farmer needs to build and maintain relationships with businesses and consumers. ► ►

Brooke Andresen ▪ 1987 Brooke lives in Holland Patent with her twin sons and works for Merck. She was known as “Miss Cottage Cheese” and enjoyed the school programs.

Kim Costello ▪ 1989 (on right)

Dana Slaughter Dornburgh

1988 ▪ (on left)

I relocated back to upstate NY in the summer of 2009 after working in Annapolis Maryland at an Emergency Clinic for Animals for 10 years as a Critical Care Veterinary Technician and then Manager. I am currently finishing up at HCCC and will be attending St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing in the fall. Most of my time is filled with reading and studying right now. When I am not studying I am either with my family, friends or 3 cats. ► I dressed like a cow and rapped for the elementary students. Yes, I made up a whole entire song and they loved it....but I couldn’t tell you one line now. It was really funny because I think they were totally expecting me to come out all decked out in my gown and tiara, and instead got a cow suit and a rap song!

Dana and her husband, Brian, live in Holland Patent, N.Y. They have 3 daughters: Miranda, Annastasha, and Ava. She is guidance counselor at Holland Patent High School

Her hobbies are cooking, gardening/landscaping, and restoring my 1854 village Victorian home. Fondest memory: Walking into my final banquet on my dad’s arm. I remember how proud he was of me, and how proud I was to have represented our way of life.

I visit farms all the time to buy local dairy products and produce!

I have a local farm to buy milk, cheese, and ice cream from. They sell the products at their farm not far from where I live. ► My favorite slogan is: “Make a cow happy, drink milk!” ► I love ice cream in the summer. ► What word describes a dairy farmer-committed. ► Dairy farming: A great way of life. ►

My last farm visit was Easter.

My favorite slogan is Got Milk! I love when they have the celebrities with the milk mustaches. ► I eat yogurt with fresh fruit for breakfast. ► A single word to describe a dairy farmer, dedication! ► Words, phrases to describe dairy farming would be, tradition, hard work, heritage, lifestyle and definitely a 365 day a year commitment. ► ►

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3rd Decade

1984-1993

Kim Aldous ▪ 1990 I currently live in Boulder, Colorado. I am a practicing massage therapist and chiropractic assistant, studying for my PhD in acupuncture and Eastern medicine.

I still visit farms today.

ICE Cream at the Red Door in West Winfield. (note: Red Door is owned and operated by Debi and Fred Jones, who are Silver Cow Award Winners 1990) ► My Dad describes a dairy farmer. ► ►

Beth Plungis Roberts ▪ 1991

Tammy Donahoe Graves ▪ 1992 Tammy lives in Richfield Springs with her husband, Art, and their 8-year-old son, Brogan. All of Tammy’s employment has been in the agriculture for marketing and communications, with the exception of six months. She and her family are weekend warriors at Windex Farm, owned and operated by her sister and brother-in-law, Deb and Dale Windecker whom they own registered Holsteins with. She is a freelance graphic designer: Graves Arbor Graphics. ► I remember hosting Mt. Markham kindergarteners to my family’s Don-Dale Farm. They all got to milk our cow, “Ina.” Also, going to Ilion on Monday following the pageant and seeing Remington Arms recognize me as the Dairy Princess on their Main Street sign.

I am a regular chore-hand on weekends at Windex Farm in Frankfort, N.Y. Buy Real with the Real Seal. ► Cheese and milk as an afternoon snack and I frequent ice cream stands in the summer. ► Pride and patience describes dairy farmers. ► Steady routine with constant changes to the routine is dairy farming to me. ► ►

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3rd Decade

1984-1993

Marrick McDonald ▪ 1993 Occupation: Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay Cosmetics Hobbies: swimming, volunteering, writing I visit Fosters Acres, my Aunt and Uncle’s farm Milk - It does the body good! ► I love ice cream! I especially enjoy soft ice cream in the summertime. ► Dedicated and determined!...describe dairy farmers ► Dairy farmers are dedicated to their craft. Their heart and soul are with their business and their animals in order to produce the highest quality product they can. ► I have never seen so much cake and ice cream in my life: the 29 foot long cake in the shape of Herkimer Co. at HCCC; the 75 gallon ice cream sundae at Fonda Fair; the countless ice cream socials where I scooped a lot of ice cream. Also, I loved promoting with my cousin, Melissa (HCDP ‘97), and I got to crown 2 Herkimer County Dairy Princesses: Stacy and Crystal. ► ►

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4th Decade

1994-2003 1999

1994 Stacy Winkler

> Crystal Dillenbeck

KATIE FREDERICKS

Alternates: Crystal Dillenbeck, Amy Petkovsek Dairy Maids: Maureen Fisher, Melissa Foster, Susanne Mower, Heather Lasher

Ambassadors: Jessica Hula, Brittney Johannssen, Megan Johnson, Tabitha Mackin, Renee Olsen, Bobbi Sue Richvalsky, Melissa Struckle, Jennifer Caiola

1995 Cindy Donahoe

2000 kassandra Martin

Alternate: Bethany Petkovsek Dairy Maid: Maureen Fisher Alternate: Maureen Fisher

Alternate: Jordanna Dodge Ambassadors: Jessica Hula, Esther Prokopienko, Megan Johnson, Tabitha Mackin, Renee Olsen, Bobbi Sue Richvalsky, Melissa Struckle, Jennifer Caiola, Kristin Hrobuchak, Chelsea Hammont, Amanda Nelson

1997 Melissa Foster

2001 jordanna Dodge

1996 Brenda Armstrong

Alternates: Pamela Mackin, Jenny Hula, Dana Schuyler Ambassadors: Tabitha Mackin 1998 Kirsten Haughton

Ambassadors: Jessica Hula, Kassandra Martin, Brittney Johannssen, Megan Johnson, Tabitha Mackin, Renee Olsen, Bobbi Sue Richvalsky, Melissa Struckle, Cassidy Richvalsky

Alternate: Cassidy Richvalsky Ambassadors: Jessica Hula, Esther Prokopienko, Megan Johnson, Tabitha Mackin, Renee Olsen, Bobbi Sue Richvalsky, Melissa Struckle, Jennifer Caiola, Kristin Hrobuchak, Chelsea Hammont, Amanda Nelson 2002 jessica Hula

Alternate: Polly Festa Ambassadors: Amy Dolan, Chelsea Hammont, Amanda Nelson, Esther Prokopienko, Jennifer Caiola, Kristen Hrobuchak, Megan Johnson, Melissa Struckle

The debut of

Introduction of Smoothies, Flavored milk and milk Vending machines

◂Stacy Winkler ▪ 1994 Dolgeville graduate. She lives in Florida.

► Crystal

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Dillenbeck Chrisman ▪ 1994

West Canada Valley graduate.

4th Decade

1994-2003 Sisters take turns as dairy princess

Cindy Donahoe Allen ▪ 1995 Cindy lives in Leonardsville, N.Y. with her children, Abigail and Owen. She works at Bassett Hospital. Her hobbies include traveling, reading and baking. ► During a school program, a little girl asked me if I knew Princess Diana. The little girls would always ask to wear the tiara. ► My last farm visit was at Windex Farm...Enjoying my time milking their cows. Sometimes there is nothing better than good old farm work! ► I really like the “Pour one more!” slogan. ► Breakfast yummy yogurt. Followed closely by ice cream with friends and family. ► Farmer=dedicated ► To me, dairy farming is labor intense with a lack of appreciation by the public.

It is rewarding to the soul - even with all the headaches.

Brenda J. Armstrong-Merena ▪ 1996 She is a graduate of SUNY College of Technology at Delhi ‘99, Cornell University ‘01 and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine ‘05. She was proud to represent the dairy industry as hostess of the Community Weekend 15th Anniversary of the Herkimer Diamond Mines.

The event included a “cow milking contest,” dedication ceremony with birthday cake and a “Cutting Wish” for the growth and prosperity of small business and industries in Herkimer County.

She is a partner at Herkimer Veterinary Associates and is enjoying mixed animal practice, especially working with local dairy farms and promoting animal welfare.

Brenda has a small horse farm with her husband Kyle Merena.

Melissa Foster Hawkins ▪ 1997 Melissa is one of several dairy princesses that are dairy farmers. Her family farm is Foster’s Acres. Her favorite dairy princess memory: ► A little girl at a preschool held my hand because I was a real live princess during my school progam! My hobbies are showing dairy animals, working with my dairy goats, flower and lawn care Got milk? is my favorite slogan.

Hot fudge sundae is good anytime! ► Hard working describes a dairy farmer. ► “It will get better next year!” - the phrase I use to describe dairy farming. ► ►

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Kirsten Haughton Bezio ▪ 1998

Kirsten lives in Plattsburgh, N.Y., and is a pharmacist. Fondest memory: Going to the state pageant and meeting all the girls from all over New York State.

Katie Fredericks ▪ 1999 I am employed by the State of New York at a CNYDSO home for developmentally disabled adults as a direct support assistant. I am Mom to 7-year-old Ava (who will tell you that she plans on being the Herkimer County Dairy Princess one day) and 5-year-old Julia. We reside in Little Falls on the dairy farm that I grew up on. I am very involved with my children and am a Cheer Mom, Girl Scout Cookie Chairman and I volunteer in their classrooms at school. My educational background is in Culinary Arts and you will often find me baking for my family, for charity events and especially for my children’s activities. ► I still look back on my year as Herkimer County Dairy Princess as one of the most wonderful times of my life. I got to share with so many the only way of life I had known up to then-that of a dairy farm family. I had the opportunity to meet many wonderful people during my reign. I made a dear friend, Jessica Hula, from my court and 10 years after I ended my reign she became my sister in-law. Being the Herkimer County Dairy Princess was an experience I feel truly honored to have had. ► Best memory of my year as HCDP is a tie returning to my elementary school and giving my school program-and-taking a calf to the BOCES special education program and letting the kids feed and pet her.

Look for the Real Seal. ► I like taking my girls for ice cream in the summer!

Dairy farmers are the hardest working and most dedicated people I know. ► Dairy farming-not your fathers job-a family’s way of life! ►

Kassandra Martin ▪ 2000

Kassandra is from Jordanville, N.Y. Fondest memory: All the parades on the “Got Milk” float with all the girls in the court.

Jordanna Dodge ▪ 2001 NYS Dairy Princess

Jordanna is from Schuyler, N.Y., where her parents own and operate a small dairy farm. She graduated with Honors from Herkimer County Community College in 2011, with a degree in Communications and is currently living in Ithaca, N.Y., majoring in Agricultural Sciences at Cornell University. Her goal upon graduation is to have a career in Ag Policy or Communications for the dairy industry of NYS. Her hobbies are bowling, reading, graphic design and scrapbooking.

Fondest memory: Meeting Governor Pataki at the Herkimer County Fair. However, any event where the entire court was present was always a blast, and those are the memories that live on forever. ► Every time I come home from school I visit the farm. My last time working there was in August ‘12.

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Jordanna Dodge ▪ 2001 NYS Dairy Princess

My favorite promotion is still “Got Milk?” - It’s simple, but it made a lasting impression on all consumers and was easy to remember. ► My absolute favorite is milkshakes in the summer, but I love so many products all year round! ► Steadfast describes a dairy farmer. ► I love the phrase “No farms, No food” because it’s so true. Again, it’s a simple phrase, but it means so much - without our dairy farmers working as hard as they do, we wouldn’t have all the amazing dairy products we enjoy on a daily basis. ►

Jessica Hula-Fredericks ▪ 2002 NYS 2nd Alternate Dairy Princess

Jess graduated from Morrisville State College with a degree in Dairy Science. On July 10, 2010, she married Christopher Fredericks and they own and operate a progressive 400-cow dairy, Insight Dairy, LLC in Little Falls. Jess enjoys taking 8-year-old Natalie (Chris’ daughter) to cow shows and raising her two Saint Bernards, Macy and Brody, and collecting Barbie Dolls.

Currently, Jess serves on the Herkimer County Farm Service Agency County Committee and is the advisor for the OHM Junior Holstein Club.

► 2002 was the year that milk vending machines flowed into 9 schools across the county!

It was a great experience and very rewarding to work with so many people who had the same drive as I did to help promote nature’s most perfect food!

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5th Decade

2004-2013

2003 Esther Propkopienko-Najjarian

2008

Alternates: Melissa Struckle, Jennifer Caiola Ambassadors: Lindsay Feisthamel, Amy Dolan, Kristin Hrobuchak, Chrelsea Hammont

Alternate: Tyler Nelson Ambassadors: Kelsey Collins, Stacy Collins, Rochelle DiNigro, Hannah Douglas and Katie Upson

2004 Chelsea Hammont

Alternates: Jennifer Caiola, Lindsay Feisthamel Ambassador: Kimberly Hugick 2005 Amanda Nelson

Breanna Douglas

2009 Leah Davis

Alternate: Rochelle DiNigro Ambassadors: Stacy Collins, Hannah Douglas, Kelsey Collins, Megan Peterson, Stephanie and Victoria Treadwell

Alternate: Kimberly Hugick Ambassadors: Gabarielle Piccione, Jennifer Hula, Tyler Nel- 2010 Katie Upson son, Lacie Livingston, Marie Aney Alternates: Jennifer Hula, Stacy Collins Ambassadors: Hannah Douglas, Kelsey Collins, Megan Pe2006 Gabrielle Piccione terson, Carly Sherwood, Stephanie and Victoria Treadwell Alternate: Jennifer Hula Ambassadors: Tyler Nelson, Lacie Livingston, Marie Aney 2011 Jennifer Hula Alternates: Hannah Douglas, Stacy Collins, Stephanie 2007 Natalie Chlus Treadwell Alternates: Jennifer Hula, Alison Miller Ambassadors: Kelsey Collins, Paige Johnson, Kayla WinAmbassadors: Tyler Nelson, Katie Upson decker, Carly Sherwood, Karlie Schwasnick, Victoria Treadwell From licking envelopes to email and Facebook... will there be a twitter princess?

3-A-Day to 3-Every-Day Greek Yogurt ruling the day

2012 Hannah Douglas

Ambassadors: Kelsey Collins, Allison Donahoe, Paige Johnson, Stephanie Treadwell, Carly Sherwood, Karlie Schwasnick, Victoria Treadwell 2013 Rebecca Jenkins or Victoria Treadwell

◂Esther Propkopienko-Najjarian ▪ 2003

► Chelsea

Hammont ▪ 2004

I am currently working as a Dental Assistant while applying to graduate school. ► I have many wonderful memories from my time spent representing the dairy farmers of Herkimer County but I have to say that my fondest memory was competing in the log cutting competition at the Miller’s Mills Sundae Run with Mr. Lee Collins. It was a great experience and a chance to do something I had never done before. We were of course no match for the winning team, Mr. and Mrs. Hooker, but it was a memorable experience!

When was your last farm visit? Too long ago, close to two years I believe My favorite dairy promotion slogan is 3-A-Day because it promotes consumption while simultaneously reminding us all how many servings we need for strong bones and teeth! ► I love to have cereal with ice cold milk for breakfast every day. ► Dedicated describes a dairy farmer. ► Dairy farming is an extremely difficult life that takes more heart, dedication and perseverance than any job I know.

“Got Food?, Thank a farmer” ► ►

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5th Decade

2004-2013

◂Amanda Nelson ▪ 2005 ►Gabrielle

Piccione Bray 2006

Natalie Chlus ▪ 2007

New York State 1st Alternate

Although I am currently living in Philadelphia while I work toward getting my master’s degree at Drexel University, I make sure to visit the family farm every time I return to upstate New York. My hobbies are cooking, reading and gardening. ► My favorite memory was visiting all of the local elementary schools and teaching kids that chocolate milk does not actually come from brown cows. It was very exciting to get kids excited about dairy at a young age!

My favorite dairy slogan is 3-A-Day. This was the slogan that I used during my county reign to encourage the consumption of dairy products. ► I like to consume dairy products all the time, but I try to make sure that I start every day with dairy, whether it’s milk on my cereal or cheese with my toast. ► Hardworking and caring describes a dairy farmer. ► Dairy farming is rewarding, challenging, and a vital part of today’s society. ►

Breanna Douglas ▪ 2008 My name is Breanna Douglas and I was the Herkimer County Dairy Princess from 2008 to 2009. That year I was a senior at Little Falls High School and I am now a college graduate! It is crazy how fast time flies. This past May I graduated from The College of Saint Rose with my Bachelors in Elementary and Special Educational and an extension up to 9th grade. At Saint Rose I was a member of Kappa Delta Pi, the ALANA Step team, Identity, Club Soccer, and Spectrum. I recently moved back to Little Falls, after spending 4 years in Albany. I am currently working on my graduate degree as an Educational Technology Specialist through online classes at Saint Rose. In addition to attending college full time, I work as a teacher assistant at Little Falls Middle School, work security for sporting events, and a service leader at Hannaford on the weekends. Needless to say, since my year as princess I have continued to keep myself very busy.

Working as the Herkimer County Dairy Princess was a great experience for me. Prior to winning my crown I had spent a lot of time at my uncle’s small farm as I grew up. Once I got a little older and school got busier I spent less and less time there. Running for princess reminded me of how important our local dairy farmers are to the community. ► Dedicated describes a dairy farmer is dedicated. ► Being a farmer in general requires a lot of hard work and responsibility. Farmers can’t take sick days or request days off, they don’t have down time or off seasons; farmers they put 100% of their time and commitment into their farms.

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2004-2013

Breanna Douglas ▪ 2008

Throughout my year as princess I had many fond memories with my court and the people I was lucky enough to work with. I had the opportunity to travel to Albany and took part in the lobbying process, attended the Herkimer County and State Fair, passed out cheese at Canal Days, rode in many different parades, and attended other local events. Of course, I also spent a lot of my time doing school presentations which was my favorite part about being princess. During these visits I met many teachers and students who were very excited for the, “Princess,” to visit their school, which I definitely played up when I walked in with my Cinderella style prom dress.

One of my favorite dairy slogans would have to be the one I created for my own dairy princess promotion and used at state pageant which was, “Say Cheese.” I spent a whole year using the promotion, “Say Cheese,” while I taught students the importance of dairy in their diets. However, I would have to say, “Got Milk,” runs as a close second!

I am very thankful for the opportunities and experiences I gained while working as the Herkimer County Dairy Princess.

I wish the best of luck to future princesses and hope they will all love the job as much as I did. Let’s be honest, what little girl doesn’t dream of someday becoming a princess? The Herkimer County Dairy Promotion committee can make that dream come true!

Leah Davis ▪ 2009 Being the Herkimer County Dairy Princess was something that was so good for me. Before I came princess I was somewhat introverted, and shy. Being able to gain confidence and talk to people about something that we were both interested in really gave me a confidence boost.

I had such a blast with all the girls, it is crazy to look back at the pictures and see how little we all look! I really cherish the memories I had with everyone and the inside jokes and bonds that were created.

As well as that, I had gotten to spend more time with my mom and dad which are memories I will never forget. It was great to see my parents so proud of me supporting something that means a lot to them, especially my dad! I wish that it could have lasted forever, I had some of the best memories with the best people!

Katie Upson ▪ 2010 I am currently a full time student attending SUNY Delhi, majoring in Veterinary Science Technology. I am also working part time at Bed, Bath & Beyond or as a waitress during the summers at the Peppermill Steakhouse. On my free time I enjoy horseback riding and snowmobiling with family and friends. ► My fondest dairy promotion memory: Any school program presentations. I enjoyed teaching and working with the eager students who so willingly participated and learned the importance of consuming dairy! ► My last farm visit would be this week… I help out on my fiancée’s family dairy farm! ► My favorite milk/dairy slogan would be “Got Milk”. ► I enjoy a glass of farm fresh milk with every dinner and during the summer I love to enjoy a bowl of ice cream! ► Dedicated describes a dairy farmer ► Hard work, dirty, very hands on experience, lifestyle, rewarding (depending on who you ask & how you look at it!) are some words I would use to describe dairy farming.

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Jennifer Hula ▪ 2011 I graduated from Morrisville State College in 2010 with an Associates Degree in Horticulture with a concentration in Floral Design and returned to Morrisville in fall of ‘10 and continued my education in Dairy Animal Science and received my Associates Degree in May of ‘12. Currently, I am manager the 380-cow dairy herd at Gaige Farms, located in Alpine, NY. At Gaige Farms, I am responsible for all fresh cow care, vaccinations for the entire herd, breeding, and dairy comp and breeding wheel updates. My hobbies include landscaping/mowing lawns, scrapbooking, attending dairy cattle shows, collecting barbies and snow globes, and raising my year-old Saint Bernard puppy, Ford!

My fondest memory as a Dairy Princess was throwing the first pitch at the Diamond Dawgs Baseball Dairy Night. Along with it being “dairy night” with many dairy give a-ways to the crowd and dancing and races between innings, it was night for my family to enjoy a night out with many laughs and smiles! ► My favorite milk slogan is “Pour one more!” ► Passionate describes a dairy farmer! ►

Hannah Douglas ▪ 2012 Hannah Douglas is the 17-year-old daughter of Jack and Tina Douglas of Cedarville. On her farm, Hannah is in charge of milking, taking care of the calves along with managing the heard health.

High-protein yogurt gains popularity Hannah was the Mt Markham Varsity Field Hockey goalie for the 2012 League Champions with a “This gives thein the Jr. Dairy Leader program, HanSupermarketeight shelves across the country are As expanding 11-3-2 record including shut-outs. a participant yogurt a different to make room for thicker types of yogurt, and your milkflavor characteristic marketing entity Dairy Marketing Services (DMS) is taking nah has traveled tofull the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wis., and attended many events at Cornell that people enjoy,” advantage of the chance to help meet the exploding Ellinwood says. consumer demand.

University . As a result of this program, Hannah now does some of the AI breeding on her farm.

According to Briggs, it During the last few years, Greek-style yogurt has As the 2012-2013skyrocketed Herkimer country princess Hannah has enjoyed sharing takes three pounds of milk to make one pound of Chobani her knowledge in popularity thanks to itsdairy tangy taste and Yogurt. The facility currently ships 600,000 cases each health benefits, says Dean Ellinwood, vice president week, and thethis economic impactyear of this expansion on thegoing to NYC for of sales dairy and marketing for DMS, which markets and with the public about industry.

Her favorite events past include transports milk for Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., Dairylea local farming community will surpass $500 million in the first year, Briggs says. She was able to talk to the NYC Inc., Glimmerglas St. Albans Cooperative Creamery and opening Cabot AdventuresCooperative and the Opera night. other cooperatives throughout the Northeast and MidFarma first produced Greek yogurt in 2007 and has areas. amazed and interested Agro consumers about the dairy industry and Atlantic see how there were about it. Hannah plans to attend recorded a 243-percent growth since last year, Briggs says.

A staple in Mediterranean diets, Greek yogurt contains SUNY Delhi in the Fall for Veterinarian Technician.

“The majority of the product’s success has been through approximately twice the protein of regular yogurt, Ellinwood adds. Its consistency compares to sour cream, but both Greek and regular yogurts begin the same way; milk is heated and slightly cooled before probiotic cultures are added. Unlike regular yogurt, Greek yogurt uses an industrial-sized cheese cloth to strain excess liquid. Solid whey proteins remain, giving Greek yogurt its thick, creamy texture and added health benefits.

word of mouth,” she says. “Our fans, who we call ‘Chobaniacs,’ have been amazing. We’ve been told that Chobani is a brand that people love to own and tell people about.”

farms to the Agro Farma plant each day, which amounts to 40 million pounds of milk per month. With the expansion, that number is expected to increase. On average, DMS producers in the area are receiving more money per hundredweight because their milk is being used in Class II plants instead of Class IV, Ellinwood says.

and expand the manufacturing of dairy products in the Northeast.

Carly Sherwood ▪

Ambassador 2012

Briggs says Chobani’s success comes from a high-quality product that is priced well.

“Some seeSherwood, Greek yogurt as a premium product,” Carly Sherwood, daughter of Stephanie Sherwood and Chris resides inshePoland where she is As it continues to fly off supermarket shelves, the Agro says.“But we think everyone should be able to afford a Farma, Inc. manufacturing facility in South Edmeston, great cup yogurt.” a Senior at West CanadaN.Y.Valley.

At school, Carly is involved inofSenior Honor Society, Peer Mediation, — producer of Chobani, the first overall yogurt in the Northeast and the number one Greek yogurt in the United Chobani’s 6-ounce cup currently comes in 11 flavors, with Envirothon, and is presdient of the school’s community service group.

Carly is employed at Bell Hill States — is expanding its manufacturing facility to keep three additional flavors launching in January. Popular with consumer demand, says Nicki Briggs, director of flavors include strawberry, peach and blueberry, as Dairy Farm, owned and up operated by Dixie and Steve Barton.

There, Carly feeds calves communications for Agro Farma. well as consumer requests of raspberry, pineapple and and cows five days pomegranate. Agro Farma also recently started producing currently building acows new warehouse to increase a week. Carly also owns “We’re six Guernsey which are housed at her auncle’s farm.

After high school Carly Chobani Champions, 3.5-ounce Greek yogurt cup for capacity, storage ability and wastewater treatment,” Briggs kids. says. “By the time we areto through, we’ll be using 25 million plans to attend HCCC then transfer become a Veterinary Technician. Carly’s favorite way to get her pounds of milk per week.”

“This is a real Cinderella story for this Greek-style yogurt,” Ellinwood says.

“Overall, we’re seeing a dynamic change 3-Every-Day, is eating yogurt, dheese, and drinking chocolate milk.

DMS currently supplies 22 loads of milk from 450 local in the marketplace. More companies are looking to build

Chobani is made from 100-percent fluid milk, Ellinwood says.

“This is great for dairy farmers, good for business and helps the local economy. This growth is excellent for a part of the country that really needed it.”

- Kara Petrovic Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.

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2004-2013 Kelsey Collins

Paige Johnson

Ambassador 2012

Ambassador 2012

Kelsey Collins is the 17-year-old daughPaige Johnson is escorted by Ken and ter of Steve and Kelly Collins of Ilion Shannon Johnson. I am a senior at and a Mount Markham Senior. Kelsey Mount Markham High school, and will belongs to the Milkshakers 4-H club be attending Medaille College in Buffalo amd OHM Holstein club. She dairy this fall to become a vet tech. I have been judges, shows Holsteins and participates a Herkimer County Dairy Ambassador for 2 years and have enjoyed every bit of it. I enjoy helping in cheerleading, basketball and sodftball. Kelsey has been a dairy ambassador for the past five years because she enjoys my friends on their farms and learn a lot from it. promoting 3-Every-Day of dairy.

Stephanie Treadwell

Karlie Schwasnick

Ambassador 2012

Ambassador 2012

Stephanie Treadwell is the 18-year-old daughter of Bruce and Allison Treadwell of Mohawk. At her CowTown Farm, Stephanie feeds calves, beds cows, cleans fronts, and whatever other chores that need to be done. She attends MVCC for radiology. Stephanie also participates in the OHM Junior Holstein Club, 4-H, New York Junior Holstein Association, and enjoys showing her Holstein cows. Stephanie has always greatly enjoyed helping the dairy princesses for the past four years.

Rebecca Jenkins ▪

Princess Candidate 2013

Rebecca Jenkins of Newport is an 18-year-old freshman at SUNY Institute of Technology pursuing a bachelor’s of science degree in biology. She has interned with Herkimer Veterinary Associates to further her career goal of becoming a large animal veterinarian. She tries to gain experience in all aspects of the farming industry, as she has worked on an organic vegetable farm, hay farm, and currently works at Bell Hill Dairy in Poland, N.Y., and Harris-Dale Stables in Newport, N.Y. She enjoys drawing, writing, and many outdoor activities with emphasis on horseback riding.

Karlie Schwasnick is the 18-year-old daughter of Kirk and Shelly Schwasnick of Mohawk. She attends Ithaca College majoring in business.

Allison Donahoe Ambassador 2012

Allison Donahoe is the 16-year-old daughter of Jeff and Audrey Donahoe. She attends Mt. Markham High School.

Victoria Treadwell ▪

Princess Candidate 2013

Victoria Treadwell of Mohawk is the 17-year-old daughter of Bruce and Allison Treadwell. Her family milks 80 cows on Cow Town Farm. Victoria’s daily chores consist of cleaning the barn, bedding the cows and feeding the calves.

Victoria is a junior at Owen D. Young Central School. She is active in Drama Club, International Club, JV Soccer and Varsity Track and is currently Student Council Secretary.

She is in the OHM Jr. Holstein Club, NY Holstein Association and the Milkshakers 4-H Club. Victoria would like to become a registered dietitian. She enjoys promoting the dairy industry, informing the public on 3-Every-Day and reminding the public that the wonderful product which we like to call milk is produce by a lot of hard work from farmers that give their cows TLC. 25

Dairy Diva Recipes

Milk not silk, Butter not margarine, Cheese not velveeta, Cream not oil

Baked Macaroni and Cheese Natalie Chlus

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2007 Dairy Princess

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 1 stick butter, cut into 1 Tbls slices 16 oz. shredded cheese, any combination of cheddar, mozzarella, monterey jack, swiss, 5 cups milk salt and pepper to taste

► Preheat

oven to 350 degrees.

In 9x13 pan layer ingredients in order given.

Bake uncovered for 1 hour.

Home style Mac & Cheese KATIE UPSON

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2010 Dairy Princess

2 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 ½ tbsp. flour 1 ½ cup milk 1 ¾ cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated) ¼ cup jack cheese (grated) ½ tsp. sea salt ¼ tsp. chili powder 1/8 tsp. garlic powder

3) Remove from heat 4) Add cheeses, salt, chili powder & garlic. Stir until cheese is melted & all ingredients are incorporated, about 3 minutes, and then set aside.

5) Preheat oven to 350F 6) Cook pasta & drain 7) Combine pasta & sauce in medium bowl, mix thoroughly.

8) Scrape pasta into baking dish. Sprinkle top with cheeses, Penne Pasta than powder.

1) Melt butter in heavy bottomed saucepan over medium 9) Bake, uncovered 20 minutes and whisk in flour. Whisk constantly & cook for 2 minutes.

2) Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Cook until sauce thickens about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

Easy and Favorite Cheese Dip Tammy Graves

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1992 Dairy Princess

Beat with mixer in Large Bowl 16 oz. cream cheese 1 cup sour cream 4 teaspoons chili powder 3 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

Stir In 1 cup salsa 2 cups Monterey Jack, shredded 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded Serve warm or cold with tortilla chips or spread on tortilla for quesadillas.

Note to Dairy Divas:

Not all Cheese is created Equal Go for cheese with about 5 ingredients Instead of “cheese food” or “cheese product” that has around 15 ingredients 26

Dairy Diva Recipes

Milk not silk, Butter not margarine, Cheese not velveeta, Cream not oil pudding nut dessert marrick mcdonald

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1993 Dairy Princess

LAYER 1: Crust 1 cup flour ½ cup finely chopped nuts 2 T sugar ½ cup melted butter ► Combine and press into 13x9 inch pan Bake 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Let cool.

LAYER 3: Pudding 2 large packages of instant pudding (your favorite flavor) 5 cups milk ► Combine pudding mix and milk together. Spread on top of cream cheese layer.

Layer 4: Whipped Cream Top the pudding with a layer of whipped cream and chopped nuts.

Refrigerate and enjoy!

LAYER 2: Cream Cheese Layer 8 ounce cream cheese 1 cup powdered sugar 1 cup whipped cream ► Beat ingredients together, and spread on cooled crust layer.

Refrigerate for an hour.

Cottage cheese Chocolate Cookies kelly smith collins

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1982 court

1 cup butter 1-3/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 cup cottage cheese 1 tsp. vanilla

together the butter, sugar and eggs. Add the cottage cheese. Sift together dry ingredients and mix well with the other ingredients. Stir in nuts. Bake on a greased cookie sheet for 8 minutes at 350 degrees.

► Cream

1/2 cup cocoa 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 2-1/2 cups flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup nuts Cheesy Rice meatloaf donna salamone

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1982 court ► Place

cooked rice on top of ground beef mixture. ► Place cheese cubes on rice. ► Cover with 4 slices of provolone or other cheese. ► Top with 2 cups of herb seasoned stuffing. ► Bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes.

2 lbs. ground beef 4 eggs 1 tsp. parsley 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. pepper 2 cups prepared herb-seasoned stuffing 2 cups rice, cooked in 4 cups of salted water 1/4 lb. sharp cheddar cheese, cubed

Tip: Freeze second pan.

► Mix beef, eggs and spices. Divide and put into 2 loaf pans or one large casserole dish.

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2012-2013 Herkimer County Dairy Promotion Court

Dairy Princess Hannah Douglas Thank you parents, siblings, family and friends for the behind-the-scenes dairy promotion support.

Ambassadors Kelsey Collins Victoria Treadwell Paige Johnson Carly Sherwood Allison Donahoe Karlie Schwasnick Stephanie Treadwell Request an appearance and presentation email: hcdairyprincess@hotmail.com

Herkimer County Dairy Promotion Committee Chairman Tammy Graves (315) 858-0163 Vice-Chair Jessica Hula-Fredericks Treasurer Harry Robbins

Secretary Kelly Collins Committee at Large Debbie Windecker Jordanna Dodge Tom Farnell Marianne Dodge Myra Fredericks Tina Douglas Ideas and Part-time Volunteers Welcome!

Year-long Supporters...Thank You! The Dairy Promotion Committee would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the following businesses and individuals for their continued support throughout the year.

Dari-Del and Salamone’s Pizza Herkimer County Fair Mohawk Self-Storage Soil and Water Conservation District Dolgeville Producer’s Cooperative All Herkimer County School Systems Herkimer County Legislature Carol Vercz - Country Press Hood and Dan Guido O-H-M Holstein Club CNY Farm Progress Show Farmer’s Museum

Herkimer Veterinary Associates Diamond Dawgs Baseball HCCC Chobani Greek Yogurt and Queensboro Herkimer County 4-H Herkimer County Cooperative Extension Herkimer County Farm Bureau Old Homestead Farm All Local Media (radio, tv and print) Fage Yogurt and Stewart’s Cabot and Elmhurst Oneida+ Otsego Co. Dairy Promotion

Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs vs.

Adirondack Trailblazers

Little Falls

Boonville

Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs Dairy Night Join us at the Little Falls ball park at 7 p.m. June 25, 2013!

Patrons Waterpoint Harry & Linda Robbins Stitzel’s

Farms

Herkimer Vet Associates Ron Loiacono Insight Dairy LLC John & Pat Clark

Kirk Schwasnick

Tuesday

June 25, 2013

Dairy Princesses by School Mt. Markham - 19 Owen D. Young - 7 Richfield Springs - 3 Dolgeville - 4 Little Falls - 8 Frankfort-Schuyler - 1 Mohawk - 2 Poland - 1 Whitesboro - 1 West Canada - 7 Fort Plain - 1

50 Herkimer County th

Dairy Princess Pageant

Saturday, April 20, 2013 Francesca’s Banquets & Catering - Ilion, NY

Cowtail Hour Milk Punch Reception begins at 6 p.m.

Master of Ceremonies Brad Ainslie

7 p.m.

► Grand March of Past Princesses

► Introduction of the 2013 Candidates brad

Welcome

Tammy brad

Princess Eligibility Age: 15 - 24 years old Residence: Herkimer County or own land in Herkimer County Dairy Experience: Connected to dairy/agriculture by relative, candidate’s employment or dairy cattle ownership Application: Download from www.herkimercountydairypromotion.com

Rebecca Jenkins escorted by her grandfather, Lauren Young

Rebecca Jenkins of Newport is an 18-year-old freshman at SUNY Institute of Technology pursuing a bachelor’s of science degree in biology. She has interned with Herkimer Veterinary Associates to further her career goal of becoming a large-animal veterinarian. She tries to gain experience in all aspects of the farming industry, as she has worked on an organic vegetable farm, hay farm, and currently works at Bell Hill Dairy in Poland, N.Y., and Harris-Dale Stables in Newport, N.Y. She enjoys drawing, writing, and many outdoor activities with emphasis on horseback riding.

Victoria Treadwell escorted by her father, Bruce treadwell

Victoria Treadwell of Mohawk is the 17-year-old daughter of Bruce and Allison Treadwell. Her family milks around 80 cows on Cow Town Farm. Victoria’s daily chores consist of cleaning the barn, bedding the cows and feeding the calves. Victoria is a junior at Owen D. Young Central School. She is active in Drama Club, International Club, JV Soccer and Varsity Track and is currently Student Council Secretary. She is in the OHM JR. Holstein Club, New York Holstein Association and the Milkshakers 4-H Club. Victoria would like to become a registered dietitian. She enjoys promoting the dairy industry and informing the public on 3-Every-Day and reminding the public that the wonderful product which we like to call milk is produce by a lot of hard work from farmers that give their cows TLC. 31

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Richard J. Presky resides in New Hartford with his wife, Grace. He has been in agribusiness for over 40 years with the last 29 years with Prudential Financial Inc. doing insurance and financial planning.

Dick has co-chaired the Field Advisory Committee for Prudential, alongside the President of Prudential for 5 years. Mr. Presky has also worked with the committee on the Central NY Farm Progress Show since it started and has served as Prisident for 30-plus years. He is a past member of the Herkimer and Oneida County Dairy Princess Programs, past president and member of Mohawk Valley Economic Development Corporation, and chair of A.R.C. Foundation Financial Committee. Dick is past president and a member of the Frankfort Hill Volunteer Fire Company for 40-plus years. He is the Secretary of the board of governors at the Yanundasis (Yan-un-daa-sis) and a member of the Heart Asociation with the Heart Radio-thon and a member of the New York State Dairy Task Force of the New York State Fair.

Debbie French Stay at home mother of two who volunteers her time . Mother of Destiny. She has been involved in the pageant world not only with her daughter but also coordinating the Ilion Days Princess Pageant and being back stage mom to the Miss Mohawk Valley Scholarship program for 10 years. She also attended judging school in Watertown, N. Y. Sponsered by the Miss New York State organization, a prelim to Miss America. Best Wishes to both the contestants.

Destiny French is junior at Ilion H.S. who works part-time in the dietary unit at local nursing home.

She just came back from spring break in Hawaii with her geology class. She has been doing pageants since 2001 and has held numerous titles including Herkimer Co. Maple Princess where she promoted maple products throughout the year. She is an all-star cheerleader out of Syracuse and travels to many states for competitions as well as being a V.B.S. leader at her church. Advice to contestants: Smile and be proud of who you are and what you are trying to promote.

Contest is 3 parts: Interview, School Program and Speech

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details on next page Arrived at 4:30 and did interview: exchanging their credentials for being dairy princess.

Interview followed by school program: a 5 min. program presentation for 5-7 yr. olds 3 required messages to incorporate into your script.

1. Animal care. 2. Environmental stewardship 3. Nutrition 3-Every-Day. Still ahead...their Speech after our dinner, 3-5 min. speech geared toward an adult audience with little agriculture background.

► Introduction of the 2012-2013 Court

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► Ambassadors

Kelsey Collins, escorted by her father, Steve, is the 17-year-old daughter of Steve and Kelly Collins of Ilion and a Mount Markham Senior. Kelsey belongs to the Milkshakers 4-H club amd OHM Holstein club. She dairy judges, shows Holsteins and participates in cheerleading, basketball and softball.

Kelsey has been a dairy ambassador for the past five years because she enjoys promoting 3 everyday of dairy.

Paige Johnson, escorted by Ken and Shannon Johnson. I am a senior at Mount Markham High school, and will be attending Medaille College in Buffalo this fall to become a vet tech. I have been a Herkimer County Dairy Ambassador for 2 years now and have enjoyed every bit of it. I enjoy helping my friends on their farms and learn a lot from it.

Carly Sherwood, Daughter of Stephanie Sherwood and Chris Sherwood resides in Poland where she is a Senior at WEst Canada Valley. At school Carly is involved in Senior Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Envirothon, and is presdient of the school’s community service group. Carly is employed at Bell Hill Dairy Farm owned and operated by Dixie and Steve Barton. THere, Carly feeds calves and cows five days a week. Carly also owns six Gurnsey cows which are housed at her Uncles Farm. After Highschool Carly plans to attend HCCC then transfer to become a Veterinary Technician. Carly’s favorite way to get her 3 Every day, is eating Yougurt, Cheese, and drinking Chocolate milk.

Stephanie Treadwell is escorted by her father, Bruce. She is the 18-year-old daughter of Bruce and Allison Treadwell of Mohawk. At the Treadwell Farm, Stephanie feeds calves, beds cows, cleans fronts, and whatever other chores that need to be done. She attends MVCC for radiology. Stephanie also participates in the OHM Junior Holstein Club, 4-H, New York Junior Holstein Association, and enjoys showing her Holstein cows. Stephanie has always greatly enjoyed helping the dairy princesses for the past several years.

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► 2012-2013

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Hannah Douglas is the 17 year old daughter of Jack and Tina Douglas of Cedarville. On her farm, Hannah is in charge of milking, taking care of the calves along with managing the herd health. Hannah was the Mt Markham Varsity Field Hockey goalie for the 2012 League Champions with a 11-3-2 record including a total of 8 shut-outs. As a participant in the Jr. Dairy Leader program, Hannah has traveled to the World Dairy Expo in Madison , WI and attended many events at Cornell University . As a result of this program, Hannah now does some of the AI breeding on her farm. As the 2012-2013 Herkimer country dairy princess Hannah has enjoyed sharing her knowledge with the public about dairy industry. Her favorite events this past year include Adventures in New York City with Cabot and Glimmerglass Opera opening night. She was able to talk to the consumers about the dairy industry and see how amazed and interested there were about it. Hannah plans to attend SUNY Delhi in the Fall for Veterinarian Technician. ► Invocation

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► Pledge of Allegiance 7:30 Dinner

Led by Brogan Graves

► Door Prizes (10) (Kelsey and Paige)

► 2013 Dairy Princess Candidates’ Speeches - probably as dessert is being served

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Rebecca Jenkins Door Prizes (10) (Carly and Stephanie) Victoria Treadwell Brad Excuses judges for Deliberation

Door Prizes for Past Promoters

NYS Dairy Promotion Guest

(5) Hannah and Kelsey

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Courtney Luskin New Yor Dairy Princess

Jane Luskin, mom is our guest too (Rensselear Co.)

Courtney Luskin, a senior at Hoosic Valley High School is active in 4-H and National Haflinger Youth. She plans to attend SUNY Morrisville to major in animal science and agribusiness.

Her parents are John and Jane Luskin.

Chairman’s Comments

“Through the Dairy Decades” Movie

Tammy Graves Jennifer Hula 34

Crowd stretch

Door Prizes

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Fred Shaw, chair of Agriculture Committee of Herkimer Co. Legislature

Silver Cow - past (Tammy or Brad)

Silver Cow 2013 Debbie Windecker

Door Prizes

(10 Paige and Stephanie)

Award 10th Annual Herkimer County Dairy Promotion Scholarship ($300) brad

Harry, treasurer presents to Stephanie Treadwell

The Year in Review: Promotion Activities

2012 Dairy Princess Judges Results - BRAD

Hannah Douglas

announce alternate first and let alternate crowning finish, then whoop up the princess announcement

Coronation of 2013 Herkimer County Dairy Princess Court

Bouquets by Flowers by Suzanne

Cream-whipper gifts donated by Cream Right (creamright.com) and Sundaes Novelty (easywhip.com)

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Dairy Princess __________________________________ Please take the opportunity to meet and greet our 2013 Dairy Princess Court.

Thank you for coming and have a safe trip home!

Brad Ainslie, Master of Ceremonies Growing up in the hills of Otsego County, Brad transplanted himself to Herkimer County hills in 2002 with his wife, Carol. After graduating from SUNY Morrisville, Brad began developing his Boardwalk Holstein herd of registered Holsteins that are shown each summer by his children at county and regional shows. Brad and Carol have four children (Ellie, Austin, Aidan + Abbie). The are involved in school sports and musicals, VanHornesville United Methodist Church as well as 4-H, O-H-M Jr. Holstein Club and NYS Holstein Association activities. Brad is an active O-H-M Holstein Club member, having been Club Sale chairman for four years, and he is a member of the Farmer’s Museum Livestock Show’s dairy committee. The Ainslie Family resides in West Winfield, N.Y.

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Signature Events World’s Fair in NYC National Pageant NYS Fair Dairy Day Milk Punch at Banks Little Falls Mets - Milking Contest Milk Vending Machines Milk Train Adirondack Express Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs Dairy Night Family Day on the Farm $0.25 Milk at County Fair Schools, Schools, Schools

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