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The Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative will host two presentations, participate in a press conference and make key sources available for journalists next week at World Dairy Expo in Madison.

PIECING TOGETHER THE CONGRESSIONAL ELECTION PUZZLE

Presentation: How various scenarios in the midterm election could affect federal farm and food policy.

Who: Michael Torrey and Cassandra Kuball from Michael Torrey Associates, a leading Capitol Hill consulting firm in Washington, D.C.

When: 12:30-2 p.m. Oct. 5

Where: Michigan Room A, Clarion Suites, 2110 Rimrock Road, Madison

(attached to Alliant Energy Center)

Sign up: Registration is preferred. Lunch provided. Click here.

WHERE WISCONSINITES STAND ON THE CANDIDATES & ISSUES

Presentation: The purplest of purple states, Wisconsin is again in the spotlight with key races for governor, U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Polling data provides a snapshot of voter attitudes and candidate support.

Who: Nationally recognized government scholar and pollster Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law School Poll

When: 12:30-2 p.m. Oct. 6

Where: Michigan Room A, Clarion Suites

Sign up: Registration is preferred. Lunch provided. Click here.

FIX THE AG LABOR SHORTAGE

Press conference: The shortage of farm labor in the United States is at crisis levels, and the situation affects more than farmers. Action by the U.S. Senate is needed now to ensure store shelves remain stocked and food prices come down.

Who: DBA, Edge and a number of other groups will join the host, American Business Immigration Coalition.

When: 3 p.m. Oct. 6

Where: Michigan Room, Clarion Suites

Sign up: Registration is preferred. Click here.

LOOKING FOR OTHER SOURCES?

In addition to those noted above, DBA and Edge will have other sources available who can provide perspective on various issues, including the recent climate-smart grant announcement. Edge was selected to receive up to $50 million. Suggestions:

  • DBA President Amy Penterman, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and crop insurance agent
  • Edge President Brody Stapel, a Wisconsin dairy farmer
  • Tim Trotter, CEO of DBA, Edge and Farmers for Sustainable Food
  • Lauren Brey, managing director of Farmers for Sustainable Food
  • Mykel Bickham, government affairs director for Edge
  • Chad Zuleger, government affairs director for DBA

For assistance or questions, contact Jamie Mara at 920-209-3990 or jmara@dairyforward.com.