Millaine Wells

1 week ago | wearegreenbay.com | Millaine Wells

(WFRV) – June is National Dairy Month, a special time to discover, taste, and support the enduring legacy of Wisconsin dairy. On this week’s show we chatted with Wisconsin’s 77th Alice in Dairyland, Halei Heinzel to help tell the story of the dedicated dairy farmers who make a major impact in their communities. Wisconsin dairy farmers are at the heart of America’s Dairyland.

1 week ago | wearegreenbay.com | Millaine Wells

(WFRV) – In the barn at Gilbert Farms in Door County, chances are you will find three generations at work. The littlest members of the family enjoy spending time with the animals and learning about dairy farming. As part of our June Dairy Month coverage, Millaine Wells had the chance to tour this farmstead that began in the late 1880’s. Celebrate the hard work of Wisconsin farm families at a June Dairy Month event, like Breakfast on the Farm.

1 week ago | wearegreenbay.com | Millaine Wells

(WFRV) – June dairy month is celebrated in Winnebago County with a grilled cheese event, this year hosted at Silver Shea Holsteins in Omro. The event is June 21, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. The cheese used for the event is from Union Star. The host family is the only farm to provide milk to this Wisconsin cheese plant. There will also be farm tours and plenty of kids activities!Parking will be at Omro Elementary School at 1000 N Webster St, Omro, WI 54963.

2 weeks ago | wearegreenbay.com | Millaine Wells

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension is offering a free virtual educational opportunity to support the mental well-being of the agricultural community. The upcoming Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, tailored specifically for those involved in agriculture, will take place on Tuesday and Thursday, June 17 and 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. via Zoom.

2 weeks ago | wearegreenbay.com | Millaine Wells

(WFRV) – Head to Manitowoc County on Sunday, June 8 for Breakfast on the Farm. The host farm, Twin Elm, is located at Address: 9429 US Highway 151, Manitowoc, WI 54220. Breakfast is served 8:00 am to noon. Enjoy activities for all ages, including photo with a calf, petting zoo, farm tours, cow bounce house, 2/5th Party Band, and a hearty, farm fresh breakfast. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for ages 5-12, and free for ages 4 and under. Tickets are sold at the door, cash only.