World Dairy Expo is accepting nominations for the 2026 Recognition Awards through Feb. 15.
Each year, Expo honors exceptional leaders across the dairy industry in three categories: Dairy Producer of the Year, Industry Person of the Year, and International Person of the Year. Organizations, academic institutions, producers, and others engaged in the dairy sector can nominate individuals whose work exemplifies excellence, leadership, and dedication.
Dairy Producer of the Year
Presented to an active dairy producer whose primary income is derived from their dairy enterprise. This individual demonstrates excellence in efficient production, progressive management practices, and the breeding of high-quality dairy animals. Judges give consideration to involvement in community, government, marketing, and participation in World Dairy Expo.
Industry Person of the Year
Awarded to a U.S. resident who has made significant contributions to research, development, education, marketing, manufacturing, or other fields that support the dairy industry. The recipient may also be a dairy producer, provided their principal achievements are industry-focused.
International Person of the Year
Presented to an individual living primarily outside the United States who has demonstrated exceptional impact in international research, development, education, marketing, manufacturing, or other dairy-related fields that provide goods or services to the global dairy industry.
Nomination forms are available at worlddairyexpo.com under the Contests tab, or by contacting the Expo office at 608-224-6455 or [email protected].
