World Dairy Expo accepting nominations for 2026 Recognition Awards

World Dairy Expo is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Recognition Awards through 15 February 2026. Each year, the Expo honours 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. Organisations, academic institutions, producers and others engaged in the dairy sector are encouraged to 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. Consideration is also given 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].