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In the rolling farmland of east-central Wisconsin, where dairy barns anchor both landscape and livelihood, the legacy of one woman continues to shape a family, a farm and a wider agricultural community. Though she rarely claimed the title herself, Theo Knigge lived the life of a farmer in every sense of the word. Her daughter, Mary Knigge, reflects on a lifetime shaped by her mother’s steady presence — a woman grounded in care, strengthened by hardship and guided by quiet but unwavering leadership.

Theo’s dairy story began long before she married into farming…

Join DGN on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in Sioux Falls, SD from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. for a Connect Networking Event!

Get ready to connect with other dairywomen at the Central Plains Dairy Expo! Dairy Girl Network (DGN) is hosting a lunch and networking event on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Ballroom A of the Sheraton Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, SD.

Whether you’re a calf feeder, dairy owner, marketing consultant, veterinarian, researcher, or anyone with a past or present connection to dairy farming. Basically, if you love the dairy industry, you’re invited!

Cost is $35.00 which includes lunch and additional goodies from DGN and our sponsors.

Advance registration is appreciated for this Dairy Girl Network event, but not required. Walk-in registrations welcome.

Advanced RSVPs for the DGN Connect event are encouraged. Walk-in registrations are welcome.

In dairy, the future begins with a calf – where early care, consistency and intention determine not just performance, but the legacy of the herd. Sarah Daugherty’s dairy story began the way many do – by being born into it. 

Sarah grew up on a small Wisconsin dairy farm, one of seven children and the youngest of the girls. Her father milked about 100 cows in a four-stall parlor, and like many farm kids, Sarah learned responsibility early. Through her youth dairy farming was a way of life. While her friends spent weekends working off-farm jobs or enjoying their free time, Sarah was heading home to milk cows. What she saw then was hard work and sacrifice, but not a future career.

Join DGN on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 in Tulare, CA from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. for a Connect Networking Event!

This DGN Connect event will be held during World Ag Expo at the International Agri-Center in booth 6113 (ImmuCell developers of First Defense) in the Farm Credit Dairy & Livestock Center.

This Dairy Girl Networking Connect Event will be a great opportunity to mingle with leading ladies representing all areas of the dairy industry! Join us for the morning and connect with other dairywomen, grow friendships and inspire new ideas in efforts to achieve your goals. Stop in for a couple minutes or stay for the whole time – come and go as you please!

The event is for all women involved with any part of dairy – whether as a calf feeder, dairy owner, marketing or sales consultant servicing dairy farms or cheese producers, veterinarians, researchers, etc. If there is a dairy cow involved in what you do, you’re invited!

This Dairy Girl Network Connect event is FREE and attendees will enjoy coffee and snacks!

Advanced RSVPs for the DGN Connect event are encouraged. Walk-in registrations are welcome.

Sandy Larson’s leadership story doesn’t begin in a boardroom or with a job title. It begins with family, responsibility and the everyday moments that slowly shape who you become. What emerged was a steady leadership grounded in values that had been modeled long before she ever named them. This is a story about legacy – how it’s inherited, honored and redefined.

Family stories place Sandy in a highchair in the barn as a baby, surrounded by the daily work. As she grew, so did her responsibilities: feeding calves, learning to drive the loader, and eventually milking cows. Each task brought with it a deeper sense of purpose and belonging. However, the moment she truly felt leadership came with her first 4H calf. Sandy still remembers going to the county sale and choosing a short, stocky January calf named Virginia – coincidentally sharing the same name as her grandmother. That calf wasn’t perfect, but she had the right temperament, and that mattered. Caring for Virginia taught Sandy responsibility and patience, and through 4H she began developing leadership skills that would quietly shape her future. Looking back, Sandy credits those early experiences with setting her on a path she didn’t yet know she was walking.

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Some stories begin at birth. Lorilee Schultz’s dairy story began in seventh grade, when her summers included packing her bags and heading to her grandparents’ farm, about an hour away. This dairy farm became the place where her values took root, shaped by early mornings, long days, and a family mentor whose quiet grit defined what leadership could look like without ever needing the spotlight.  

Beyond summers, Lorilee spent the rest of the year on her parent’s livestock farm, where there was a bit of everything: beef cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens, even a donkey. But, no Holstein dairy cows. “My grandparents farm was just the place that I wanted to spend all my free time.” Every summer, she would head to the dairy farm for the season, and it would become her classroom; a place where lessons were not taught through lectures, but through example. Lorilee said, “I have to give my mom a lot of credit. I think she instilled in me to pursue the things that I’m passionate about without fear.” Dairy farming was becoming one of those things.  

The International Year of the Woman Farmer: Taking Root and Growing Legacy

In 2026, the world is recognizing the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) – a powerful opportunity to elevate the voices, leadership, and impact of women across agriculture. Join DGN for a special Enhance webinar kicking off this historic year and introducing “Taking Root and Growing Legacy”, DGN’s storytelling initiative honoring women in dairy here in the United States. This session will explore what IYWF is, how it came to be, and why it matters – not only for today’s dairy industry, but highlighting where we came from and the future we are building. We’ll share how DGN is participating in this global celebration, including our storytelling campaign, partnership opportunities, and plans to amplify women’s voices throughout the year. Attendees will also learn how to nominate a woman to be considered for a feature, discover the marketing and storytelling tools DGN is providing (including our new IYWF website hub and online toolkit) and walk away with actionable ways to participate, share stories, and celebrate women in dairy. Whether you’re a producer, industry professional, or advocate, this webinar will equip you to take part in a year that honors legacy, leadership, and the power of women shaping dairy’s future.

Happening Live on Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CST (1:00 p.m. EST | 11:00 a.m. MST | 10:00 a.m. PST)

Presented by: Mary Knigge, VP, Dairy Farmers of America, Laura Daniels, Owner, Hitch Pin Consulting and Founder, Dairy Girl Network, Amanda Kohls, Executive Officer, Dairy Girl Network and Chelsie Voorhees, Communications Coordinator, Dairy Girl Network

Webinar recording will be available for all registered!

These webinars are open to all – DGN members, non-members, men and women!

Meet the Speakers:

Mary Knigge, VP, Dairy Farmers of America

Mary Knigge grew up on her family dairy and cash crop farm in Omro, WI and now works with Dairy Farmers of America in Washington D.C. Mary spends her time talking with legislators and government officials about the many issues impacting the industry, partnering with other industry partners and being an advocate for dairy farmers. She loves that her real-world experience of being a farm kid now translates to advancing dairy policy and improving things in the countryside. She also enjoys traveling the country talking to farmers about what’s happening in D.C., unwrapping the policy impacting their business and encouraging them to be engaged in the process. Mary and her family enjoy seeing new places, spending time outdoors and musical theater.   

Laura Daniels, Owner, Hitch Pin Consulting and Founder, Dairy Girl Network

Laura Daniels is a farmer, coach, consultant and agriculture advocate. For 15 years she served as the General Manager of her dairy, Heartwood Farm, in charge of day-to-day operations. Now, she advises fellow farmers and business owners in the areas of team building and strategic planning with Hitch Pin Consulting. Laura also founded Dairy Girl Network in 2013 to help fellow dairywomen across the United States connect and succeed.

Amanda Kohls, Executive Officer, Dairy Girl Network

Amanda Kohls (Borkowski) is the Executive Officer of Dairy Girl Network, a national nonprofit dedicated to connecting, inspiring, and empowering women across the dairy industry. Since joining the organization in 2017, she has advanced through multiple roles and now provides strategic oversight of operations, partnerships, communications, and educational programming. Amanda leads national initiatives focused on leadership development, professional growth, and mental well-being, while cultivating strong industry partnerships that support DGN’s mission and long-term impact. Even though she was not raised on a farm, her background is diverse, giving her a well-rounded perspective across both production agriculture and industry services.

Chelsie Voorhees, Communications Coordinator, Dairy Girl Network

Chelsie Voorhees was raised on a six-generation row crop farm in Kansas, and her passion for agriculture began at a young age and has shaped her career ever since. She graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Agricultural Communications and Journalism and quickly found her niche in digital strategy and content creation. Chelsie brings a strong background in storytelling, content development, and digital media — all rooted in her deep love for agriculture and empowering women. She’s passionate about creating meaningful content that connects, informs, and uplifts, and she’s excited to use those skills to help amplify the voices of women in dairy.

Treat someone special in your life to the gift of advanced education, growth, leadership and success. DGN has many great programs that are perfect for the giving season – and they are all virtual, so it’s even easier to gift your friend that lives across the country! Scroll below to find the perfect gift for your loved one, colleague or family member:

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Give the gift of education through our 2026 DGN Forward TogetHER conference ($329 in-person/$179 virtual On-Demand)

Gift access to our Forward TogetHER national conference! DGN is thrilled to offer both in-person and On-Demand virtual access to the 2026 Forward TogetHER National Conference, taking place October 27–29, 2026, in Lexington, Kentucky. This signature DGN event brings together dairywomen – producers, professionals, and industry partners – to learn, grow, and recharge. Whether you join us on-site in Lexington or tune in virtually on your own schedule, you’ll gain practical tools, meaningful connections, and encouragement for your journey in dairy. Gift a Forward TogetHER in-person or On Demand registration HERE for you or your loved one!

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Give the gift of continuing education and constant learning through a subscription to our Enhance webinars ($60)

DGN hosts webinars all year long to advance knowledge on everything from crops, finances, calf care, mental health, personal development, cow care and more! Why not gift a WHOLE YEAR of webinars? For only $60, you can do that for a loved one HERE.

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Give the gift of owning your worth ($25)

Give the gift of owning your worth! Gift a registration to the recordings of our Sharing Wisdom event “Own Your Worth: Confidence, Clarity & Career Growth?” to enjoy a dynamic, virtual educational seminar designed to empower you to recognize, communicate, and own your worth. Whether you’re refining your resume, preparing for a hard conversation or stepping into leadership, these recordings will offer tools and confidence to help you move forward. With insights from both industry experts and on-farm leaders, this event offers value for professionals across the dairy community – from the office to the parlor and everywhere in between. Gift this session to yourself or a dairywoman in your life HERE.

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Give the gift of DGN swag ($20-$65)

Give the gift of your favorite Dairy Girl Network sweater, pun-ny tshirt, cozy vest, cute hat and more! Who doesn’t love a comfy sweater for at home, a hat for the barn, a tshirt to wear for a casual day in the office or a vest for those brisk mornings feeding calves? Gift some DGN swag HERE.

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Give the gift of Dairy Girl Network to other dairywomen through a donation ($??)

This option is perfect to thank an individual in your life by making a donation in their honor. Every donation will provide support to DGN, it’s staff and the overall organization to continue programs such as our Connect networking events, #StrongerTogetHER initiative, Exchange online community, Include initiative, future courses, and so much more. Give the gift of support and growth of the network for all women in dairy HERE!