Every spring, a talented group of individuals works through a very long and public job interview process. Together they tour agribusinesses, work with media professionals, give presentations and answer impromptu questions in front of an audience. They learn about and talk about Wisconsin’s agriculture industry.

At the conclusion of this in-depth process, one of these individuals is selected as the next Alice in Dairyland.

Each year, a different Wisconsin county hosts the Alice in Dairyland interview activities, with Adams County serving as the host this year. The 71st Alice in Dairyland will be selected at the conclusion of the three-day Finals Program, May 17-19. The public is welcome to attend two events during the finals in Adams County:

• Candidate Discussion Panel, May 18, Fawn Creek Winery at 3619 13th Ave., Wisconsin Dells; 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. discussion panel. Join the 71st Alice in Dairyland candidates as they take part in a discussion panel addressing agriculture topics.  

• Finale Program, May 19, Adams-Friendship Fine Arts Center at 1109 E. North St., Adams; 4:30 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. program. Join 70th Alice in Dairyland Crystal Siemers-Peterman and longtime ag radio broadcaster Bob Bosold as they host the Finale Program, culminating in the announcement of the 71st Alice in Dairyland.

Tickets are required for these events. For more event information, including how to obtain tickets, visit aliceindairyland.com.

Six candidates are vying to be named the 71st Alice in Dairyland: Kristen Broege, Sydney Endres, Alexus Grossbier, Jacqueline Hilliard, Kaitlyn Riley and Megan Schulte. Learn about these candidates by reading their biographies.

Alice in Dairyland is a one-year, full-time public relations position with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. In this highly visible and fast-paced position, Alice travels throughout the state, teaching rural and urban audiences of all ages about Wisconsin’s agricultural industry. In the position, Alice cultivates relationships with television, radio and print media outlets; writes and delivers speeches; and uses social media to tell the stories of Wisconsin agriculture. Additional duties include developing and executing marketing plans, delivering classroom presentations, and networking with industry professionals. The start date for the 71st Alice in Dairyland is June 4.

Learn more about the Alice in Dairyland program.

Source: DATCP