Mike Pearson to Keynote January 18 Annual Meeting

Join us to celebrate the successes of 2015 and look ahead to an exciting 2016.  We're looking forward to a great turnout at our 2016 Annual Meeting on Monday, January 18, at Prairie Winds Event Center in Orange City. Registration will start at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 and a short business meeting and the keynote speaker to follow.

Mike Pearson, host of IPTV's Market to Market television show, received rave reviews for his speech last year, so we've invited him back for our 2016 meeting.  

Please RSVP by January 13 by email or call or text 712-441-5308.

Don't Miss I-29 Consortium Winter Workshop Series - Jan 14 in Orange City

There is still time to register for the "What is Your Pregnant Cow Worth?" workshop hosted by the I-29 Dairy Outreach Consortium.  The Iowa session will be held in Orange City on Jan. 14.  

More details are available on the Consortium Facebook Page and click here to register.  For questions, contact Ryan at 712-737-4230.

WIDA will cover $50 of registration cost for dairy producer and heifer grower members.  

Labor & Immigration Position Statement Adopted

Thank you to everyone who attended the November policy input session and provided feedback on the draft Labor & Immigration position statement for Western Iowa Dairy Alliance. The statement was approved at the December board meeting and is now posted on our web site here.    If you have questions, please contact Matt or LeAnne.  

Board Member Positions Open

There are still open positions for dairy producers or heifer growers on the Western Iowa Dairy Alliance board for the 2016 board year.  If you are interested or have a recommendation for someone who could serve, please contact Matt for details.  

We appreciate the service of past and current board members who have provided leadership to our growing organization.  

2016 Membership Renewals Underway

Thanks to everyone who has sent in 2016 membership renewals.  Your support allows us to continue growing and serving the dairy community. Check out our 2015 Year In Review report to see how your membership works for you.

We're excited to have new Gold and Silver members for 2016.  Watch for updated listings of these industry partners starting February 1.

If you did not receive renewal paperwork, need an invoice, or would like to pay with credit card, contact LeAnne by email or at 712-441-5308.

Registration for Global Ag Summit Now Open

The 2016 Global Agriculture Summit will be held at Dordt College on March 3-4.  The event will feature speakers, workshops and networking with a goal of addressing world hunger.  Visit www.agrisummit.org for details, schedule and registration information.

Discounted registration is available through Feb. 1.  WIDA will pay $50 of dairy producer and heifer grower registrations. To register, click here and enter code WIDA50 for your discount.