Dairy Strong 2027 will kick off with a private reception inside the legendary Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame! Walk the halls lined with Packer legends, Championship awards and trivia of the team. Cocktails, appetizers and dinner will be served in the Hall of Fame and Lambeau Atrium. Dairy Strong exhibitors will also be set up to greet attendees.

Fuel up for the day ahead with breakfast, networking and exhibitor visits. It's the perfect opportunity to make connections and get ready for a full day of Dairy Strong.

Join DBA Board President Greg Siegenthaler for opening remarks as we come together to explore the ideas and opportunities shaping dairy's future.

Change is a constant part of doing business, and dairy leaders are often asked to guide teams through uncertainty while continuing to make sound decisions. In this opening keynote, Dr. Mark DeVolder will help attendees think about change in practical terms and consider how to lead through transition with focus and confidence. Drawing on his experience working with organizations through periods of change, DeVolder will share strategies for building resilience, improving adaptability and keeping people engaged. Attendees will leave with ideas they can apply as they manage change within their businesses, teams and communities.

This panel discussion will bring together nationally recognized market experts to examine the economic drivers expected to influence the dairy industry in 2027. Topics will include milk pricing, consumer demand, global trade, processing capacity and other market signals affecting producers, processors and industry partners. Panelists will offer perspective on the trends and pressures industry leaders should be watching as they plan ahead. Attendees will gain a clearer view of the factors that may shape dairy’s economic outlook in 2027 and considerations for positioning their businesses in a changing market.

Congratulate this year’s DBA Advocate of the Year and Community Outreach award winner along with the new Voice of Milk Industry Award winner during our award celebration.

This panel will feature Washington, D.C.-based leaders sharing their perspectives on the policy issues facing dairy farmers today and what may be ahead in 2027. The discussion will cover federal policy developments, regulatory considerations and other issues that could affect farm businesses, markets and the broader dairy supply chain. Panelists will provide insight into the conversations taking place in Washington and how those decisions may influence dairy producers and industry partners. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of the policy landscape and the issues to watch as they plan for the year ahead.

On-farm processing offers dairy producers new ways to diversify and add value. Join this session to learn about the opportunities, challenges and real-world experiences shaping on-farm dairy businesses.

Aidan Connolly brings a global perspective on agriculture, technology and the forces shaping the future of food production. As President of AgriTech Capital, he works with established companies, startups, governments and agribusinesses on strategy, innovation and investment at the intersection of agriculture and technology. In this closing keynote, Connolly will discuss how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, are changing decision-making across agriculture and food systems. He will offer perspective on how innovation moves from idea to practical application and what that may mean for dairy producers, processors and industry partners. Attendees will leave with a broader view of how technology, markets and policy are influencing agriculture’s next chapter, and how dairy businesses can evaluate new tools and business models with both opportunity and risk in mind.

Celebrate a day of connection, conversation and collaboration at our cheese reception. Enjoy Wisconsin cheese and refreshments while continuing conversations and building relationships with fellow attendees.