At the 2024 National Milk Producers Federation’s annual meeting, Double S Dairy was honored for environmental stewardship. Double S Dairy, based in Markesan, was recognized for its leadership in sustainability and stewardship. The farm received the prestigious 2024 FARM Excellence Award for its outstanding contributions. This award, presented by the FARM Program, highlights farms and evaluators exceeding industry standards. It celebrates innovation and continuous improvement in dairy farming practices. Double S Dairy stood out among other leaders in sustainability, stewardship, and workforce development. Their commitment to excellence sets a high standard in the industry.
Double S Dairy is a patron of Saputo Cheese USA, Inc., and was honored for their commitment to implementing innovative, sustainable practices that protect the environment while advancing farm-level operations. This recognition underscores their leadership in environmental responsibility within the dairy industry.
The other 2024 FARM Excellence Award recipients included:
- Animal Care & Antibiotic Stewardship: Carlson Dairy LLP (First District Association)
- Workforce Development: Oakridge Dairy (Dairy Farmers of America)
- Evaluator of the Year: Nicole Frank (First District Association)
“The FARM Excellence Awards celebrate the dedication, innovation, and hard work that drive our dairy community forward,” said Emily Yeiser Stepp, executive director of the FARM Program. “Each recipient exemplifies excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, which are essential for our industry’s future. Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding contributions.”
Established in 2021, the FARM Excellence Awards honor farms committed to continuous improvement in the FARM Program pillars and recognize evaluators for their exceptional care and attention to the farms they assess. The FARM Farmer Advisory Council and industry experts judge the awards, with nominations coming from dairy farmers, community members, industry professionals, and more.
For more information, visit the FARM website.
