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Wisconsin Dairy Farmers

Beyond Dairy

Wisconsin dairy farm families are passionate about taking care of their cows and leaving the land better than when they inherited it, which means a fresher, better product for you. These farmers are the backbone of their families, communities and Wisconsin. But they also make time for other passions. Get to know these dairy farmers who lead interesting lives outside of their dairy domain.

 

Focus on Food: Shelley Grosenick and Crimson Ridge Dairy

What was once a hobby grew into a successful business for Shelley Grosenick. Crimson Ridge Dairy considers themselves to be a full circle farm – they are a fourth-generation homesteaded family who works together to write a story behind the food they produce.

Farm Kid Foundation: Kati Kindschuh and Sterling Stock Farm

Growing up as a farm kid gave Katie Kindschuh the foundation she needed to succeed in CrossFit. Backed by a strong work ethic and the knowledge of the role dairy plays in nutrition, Kati is striving to be her healthiest self.

Grain to Glass: Four Cubs Farm

These fifth-generation dairy farmers knew they wanted to revitalize their hometown, continue their dairy passion and begin a new business venture. Enter Brickfield Brewing, a true grain to glass concept that ultimately goes back to the cows.

Community, Conversation and Coffee: Kylecrest Holsteins and Jerseys

The Kyle family began farming in 1985 and have since grown to be staple in their community. A passion for dairy can be found deep in their roots and has grown to include fostering their community centered around wholesome products and good coffee.

The Barnyard Blues: Jimmy Voegeli

A fifth-generation farmer by day and blue’s band headliner by night. The Voegeli’s are well-known throughout the dairy community for their registered Brown Swiss cows. And Jimmy? He's known by blues fans across the state with his band – The Jimmys.

Gymnastics Down on the Farm: Arentz Family Farm

A typical dairy farm has a shed that is houses machines, but the Arentz family flip the status quo upside down – quite literally. This family farm is not only home to 50 milking cows, but also to AMKM Gymnastics.

On the Fast Track: Son-Bow Farms

One thousand cows and thousands of RPMs is what defines Jay Richardson of Son-Bow Farms. On top of managing their own dairy, this family manages another business – building custom-made dirt track racecars.

Once in a Blue Moon: Heller Family Farms

Never in a blue moon would one envision a dairy farmer barefoot water skiing, but Heller Family Farms does just that. This family operates a one thousand cow dairy and Blue Moo Barefoot Waterskiing where they once hosted the World Championship Barefoot Waterskiing tournament.