Nominate Industry Leaders for 2020 WCMA Recognition Awards

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) is calling for nominations of individuals to be considered for formal recognition in 2020 for their outstanding contributions to the dairy processing industry. WCMA members have through Friday, August 16 to make their recommendations for the following awards.

Buholzer of Klondike Cheese Elected WCMA President

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today announced Dave Buholzer of Klondike Cheese Company has been elected to serve as President of the Board of Directors, beginning July 1. Steve Bechel of Eau Galle Cheese Factory will serve as First Vice President and Chris Sandretti of Saputo Cheese USA will serve as Second Vice President. Mike Neu of Chr. Hansen has been elected Treasurer, and Greg Siegenthaler of Grande Cheese Company has been elected Secretary.

Wisconsin Governor to Speak at 2019 Cheese Industry Conference

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) is pleased to announce that Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers will address 2019 Cheese Industry Conference attendees as part of the organization’s annual meeting, set for Thursday, April 18, beginning at 12 noon, at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

Guggisberg Baby Swiss Wheel Named 2019 U.S. Champion Cheese

A Baby Swiss Wheel made by Guggisberg Cheese has been named the best cheese in the United States, earning the company its second overall champion title at the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest in just four years.