Farm Facts & Family Story: Fenendaels of EL-NA FARMS

Farm Facts & Family Story: Fenendaels of EL-NA FARMS

Each year the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a Family Farm located in Kewaunee County!

Our 2025 & 2026 Host Family Farm

EL-NA Farms

Our Story

EL-NA Farms

Spanning 6 generations and 168 years, EL-NA Farms first began in 1858 when the Fenendael’s ancestors immigrated from Belgium and purchased the current homestead from the State of Wisconsin. It wasn’t until 1969 that it became what it is formally known as today – EL-NA Farms – when it was purchased by the 5th generation, Eli and Nancy Fenendael, combining the first two letters of each of their names. In 2000, Eli and Nancy’s sons, Barry, Lonnie, and Shane Fenendael, decided to pursue their love of farming and carry on the family tradition, becoming the 6th generation and current owners when they purchased it from their parents with 100 cows and 240 acres.

Now consisting of 2,500 cows and 7,500 acres, the farm has seen much growth and expansion within the last 25 years, including the addition of many freestall barns, a new mechanical shop, heifer facilities, and an additional manure pit.  A few of their most notable accomplishments include the addition of a new 40-stall rotary parlor in 2008 (the first rotary to be built in Kewaunee County) as well as the purchase of an additional farm in 2022 – Sand Bay Dairy – located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Their latest extension, a grain facility, has been completed in 2025.

These accomplishments certainly did not come without hardships. In 2010, a fire destroyed part of the original barn and parlor on the homestead. However, in 2022, the Fenendael family suffered their greatest tragedy with the loss of their beloved wife and mother, Nancy.  A true matriarch of the family, Nancy always had a welcoming smile and a home-cooked meal ready. She, alongside Eli, continued to help out on the farm years after their sons took ownership, feeding calves and cutting lawn to name a few. Nancy was the true foundation of the family and farm, loved by all, and will forever be dearly missed.

In addition to family, cow comfort and health have always been of the utmost importance to EL-NA. To improve their herd’s wellbeing and production, the farm transitioned from saw dust to sand bedding with the construction of a sand separation building in 2016. To ensure the best feed quality, EL-NA does all their own planting, harvesting, and spraying, and in 2022, they upgraded their feed storage by building a feed center. Furthermore, the farm has embraced many technological advances along the way with the addition of cow collars to better monitor and be more proactive in their herd’s health as well as utilizing precision planting technologies to optimize their crop yield and soil health.

While EL-NA Farms takes great pride in their past accomplishments, they look forward to the future, with Lonnie’s son, Kurtis, and Shane’s son, Jordan, preparing to become the 7th generation to take over the farm. With continuing education essential to the farm’s future success, Kurtis is pursuing a degree in diesel mechanics from NWTC and Jordan a degree in agronomy from Fox Valley Tech.

Although the farm has grown and adapted throughout the years, their priorities of family, herd and environmental health, and food safety remain the same. As for their future, their goals are to produce the highest quality product, maintain optimal cow health, embrace technological advancements, practice environmental sustainability, and to see the farm thrive for generations to come.

Find EL-NA Farms on Facebook!

Facts & Stats

Herd: 2500 cows; 106 lbs milk/cow per day; milking 3x per day 4.2% fat. 3.2% protein. 100,000 scc. Crops: 7500 acres total. 4000 corn, 2000 grain, 2000 corn silage. 600 soybean. 1700 wheat. 1200 alfalfa. Owners: Barry, Lonnie, Shane Fenendael Employees: 42 full time, 10 part time Herd Veterinarian: Dairyland Vet Service; Mike Heiman Nutritionist: GPS Professionals; Rob Bender Hoof Trimmer: DC Custom Hoof Trimming; Darrell Christoph Milk Marketer: Land o Lakes. Belgioioso Cheese. Milk Hauler: Pribek Trucking. Dejardin Trucking. Feed Mill: Rio Creek Feed Mill. United CO-OP.

A Letter from the Family

Come and enjoy 2026 Breakfast on the Farm this Fathers’ Day with all of us at EL-NA Farms! We are so grateful to be this year’s host and can’t wait for you to see all that has changed since we last hosted.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the Kewaunee County Dairy Promotions Committee, the generous sponsors and volunteers, and most importantly, our dedicated employees, family and friends who make this all possible. We encourage all to attend to learn about and celebrate what we love to do best while enjoying some great food and fun for the whole family!

Thank you,

The Fenendael Families of EL-NA Farms

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Farm Facts Family Story Heims Hillcrest Dairy

Each year the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different Family Farm located in Kewaunee County!

Our 2024 Host Family Farm

Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy 

 by A. Cornette

As a multi-generational family farm, Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy prides itself on the ‘Family Feel’, both in the business and the daily operations of the farm.  Family is a cornerstone for all that the Heim’s do. Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy was started in 1963 by Ray and Florence Heim, when they purchased the original farm and started milking just 30 cows.  Knowing that he wanted to continue the family farm, Ray and Florence’s son, Lloyd and his wife, Joyce (purchased or became a partner) in 1976 and grew the milking herd to 50 cows.

A devastating fire in 1995 that destroyed the original farm caused Lloyd and Joyce to take a long look at their dreams and goals.  Knowing that farming was what they wanted to do for their family, in 1996 they started rebuilding the current dairy.  With 200 cows, Lloyd and Joyce set the foundation of family and farming. Lloyd and Joyce encouraged their sons to explore life outside of the family farm.  All three of their sons took positions for at least a year off the farm, but the family and the farm were something that they all knew they wanted to be part of.   In 2000, Jeremy and Scott joined the farm in partnership with Lloyd, bringing with them a strong desire to continue to build on the foundation of family and farming. They have always known that for the dairy farm to be successful, they must have happy and healthy cows.  It takes dedication and commitment to the cows to ensure this.  After working part time through high school, Carrie, Scott’s now wife, was offered the Herd Manager role in 2000, a role that she still does today.

As the family grew, so did the farm.  In 2003, they purchased an additional farm just south of the home farm.  With this purchase, they moved all their youngstock down the road, allowing space for 450 cows at the home farm.  In 2008, an addition to the main barn was added, giving space for 640 cows. After many years of having the calves being raised at a custom calf grower, in 2012 they started raising their calves at the home farm with an automatic feeder system and 4 igloo structures.  Jeremey’s daughter, Kiley joined the family farm full time a year later, in 2013 to manage the calf raising.  From a young age Kiley knew that top priority was the health and welfare of the cows and calves.

Seeing a need in Kewaunee and surrounding counties for improved manure application, Jeremy and Scott embarked on a new journey, and Heim Brothers Custom was born in 2015.  Starting with 6 customers, Heim Brothers Custom has grown to 20 customers that they assist with crop harvesting, manure transportation and other trucking needs.  Relying on the highest technology, Jeremy and Scott take great care in continuing to provide neighboring farms handle their manure in a safe, clean and environmentally friendly way ensuring that all nutrients are recorded and accounted for.

The dairy continued to grow in 2017, when they entered into a long-term lease with a neighboring farm just north of the home farm.  As a new maternity area was built at the home farm, this neighboring farm was perfect for the dry cows to stay before coming back to the home farm.  Now this barn is where older heifers live until they are ready to come to the home farm. Animal welfare and health has always been a priority for their family.

In 2020, they invested in the Allflex Collar System.  This system helps the herd team monitor each individual cow and allows them to catch illnesses earlier, ensuring our herd is healthy. During the same year, a new calf barn was built to replace the igloo system.  This new barn has the automatic feeders still, and also provides a controlled environment for the calves to live in.  The controlled environment in the barn helps to ensure that the calves stay healthy and strong. 2020, also added a new partner to the Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy.  Like many, 2020 had Lloyd and Joyce’s eldest son, Rod, taking a closer look at what he wanted out of life. After many years away from the farm, Rod made the decision to return to the family farm as Shop Manager, a role that ensures that all the equipment is safe and running smoothly. With the expansion of Heim Brothers Custom and the continued need for maintaining the equipment at the dairy, a new and bigger shop was built in 2021.  The shop was designed to allow for continued growth in both the Heim Brothers and Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy.

They are always looking for new ways to improve not only their dairy, but also the environment.  In March of 2021, the family embarked on a journey to become Carbon Neutral.  The first step was starting to haul the manure from the farm to the NEW digester in Denmark WI. In 2021 and 2022, two more family members joined the farm through their high schools Youth Apprenticeship Programs.  After graduating from High School, both Jeremy’s son Ben, and Rod’s son Sam, joined the farm full time.   Ben and Sam both have roles in the field work for the farm and the Heim Brothers Custom business. The newest project on the farm is a new Cross Ventilated Barn that was built in 2022.  This barn uses the latest technology to control all systems in the barn – from lighting, curtains and fans to provide the cows with the best climate and environment based on the current temperature in the barn.

One side of the barn is dedicated to the Maternity Area for the farm. Like the rest of the barn, the maternity area uses the latest technology to provide the best environment for the cows to calve in. A lot has changed in the 60+ years since Ray and Florence started laying the foundation of what is now the Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy and Heim Brothers Custom.  As a family, they have held true to that foundation, with passion and dedication to being an impactful dairy farm family not only in Kewaunee County, but also the State of Wisconsin. Their website is https://heimshillcrest.com/.

Find Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy on Facebook!

Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy LLC; E3731 Rockledge Rd, Algoma, WI 54201 The Heim Family; Lloyd & Joyce, sons; Jeremy, Scott (Carrie), Rod, grandkids; Kiley, Ben, Sam 
Father’s Day June 16th, 2024 * Church Service 7 AM * Serving 8 AM – 12 PM

Facts & Stats:

Herd: 825 milking cows; 87 lbs milk/cow per day; milking 3x per day  Crops: 1800 Acres  Owners: Lloyd, Jeremy, Scott, and Rod Heim  Employees: 21 full time; 15 part time  Herd Veterinarian: Valley Vet; Kendra Wells (calves)  Nutritionist: GPS Dairy Consulting; Trent Dado  Hoof Trimmer: Blazei Hoof Trimming  Milk Marketer: Belgioioso Cheese  Milk Hauler: Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy LLC  Feed Mill: CP Feeds & Tisch Mill Farm Center

A Letter from the Family

We look forward to seeing you and your family this Father’s Day, June 16th 2024, at Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm at Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy, LLC and Heim Brothers Custom. Our family hopes you enjoy learning about our family farm, our custom business, and what we do every day. Most importantly, we want you to learn something new about agriculture.

So please join us for a delicious dairy breakfast and a day of making memories with family and friends! Our goal is to have you wait no longer than 30 minutes to get your breakfast. Special thank you to our employees, the Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Committee, all of our sponsors, the hundreds of volunteers, family and friends – this wouldn’t be possible without each of you! We are so grateful to be able to host again after hosting in 2010. 

Thank you, 

The Heim Family

Farm Facts & Family Story – 2022 Hosts: Kinnard Highland Farm

Farm Facts & Family Story – 2022 Hosts: Kinnard Highland Farm

June 12, 2022 by A. Cornette

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2022 host farm’s history! Join the Kinnard family at the breakfast this Father’s Day – June 19th, 2022! We’re excited to share some fun farm facts and our interview with the family at Kinnard Highland Farm – read the wonderful information they have shared and view great photos!

Our 2022 Host Family Farm

We hope to see you and your family at Breakfast on the Farm this Father’s Day! Special thank you to the Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Board, our sponsors, volunteers, family and friends – this wouldn’t be possible without you! We’re grateful for the opportunity to host the breakfast for a second time.  We hope you enjoy learning about our farm’s history and daily operation. Most importantly we hope you learn something about agriculture and also enjoy your delicious breakfast.   Remember to always treat yourself with a Dairy good treat!  Sincerely, The Kinnard Family: David & Anita, Brian Caitlin Liam and Grant,  Randy,  Kyler & Tarynn

Find Kinnard Highland Farm on Facebook!

Keep reading for more great information on our host family!

 

Family Farming

This 4th generation family farm has a robotic milking operation!   

  • 290 cows; 98 lbs Milk/ Cow per day. Averaging 2.7 visits per cow per day with robots. (scroll to the bottom to watch a video of the robot)
  • 4.1% fat, 3.1% protein, 90,000 SCC
  • Cropping 650 acres; Corn 300 acres, 60 acres grain 240 acres silage; 310 acres alfalfa; 20 acres of soybeans for crop rotation, 20 acres wheat for bedding
  • The 4 owners (David, Randy, Brian, and Kyler), with a little help from Grampa (who is 91)

Professional Partners

  • HERD VETERINARIAN – Dairyland Vet Service; Kevin Rockow
  • NUTRITIONIST – CP Feeds; James Downey
  • HOOF TRIMMER – Mleziva Hoof Care
  • MILK MARKETER – Land O’ Lakes
  • MILK HAULER – Matrix
  • FEED MILL – CP Feeds, Rio Creek Feed Mill

We wanted to learn more…so we asked!  Keep reading to discover more about the Kinnard’s family farming.

Interview with the Family – Q&A

Q:  When did your Dairy’s story begin? How did your journey begin? A: In 1953, while farming nearby, Joe Kinnard purchased this farm with the intent that his son Vernon would take it over when he got out of the service. Vernon and his wife Betty officially took over in 1958, milking 36 cows. Their sons David (Anita) and Randy then formed a partnership with their father upon graduating from high school, growing the herd to 100 cows. Vernon retired in 1992 and continued to help on the farm. David’s son Brian and Randy’s son Kyler joined in the partnership as the 4th generation in 2013 and in 2015 a new sand bedded freestall barn was built with 4 Lely Robotic milking systems to grow the heard to it’s present size of 290 cows. 

Q: What is your farming background? Are you a 1st-generation farmer, or do you come from many generations of farmers? A: 4 generations. 

Q:  What milestones happened in the early years? Kids, expansions – what were the highlights? A: Vernon and Betty have 4 children, 14 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way. Dave and Anita have 5 children and 8 grandchildren. Randy has 3 children, 1 granddaughter and 1 on the way. Brian and his wife Caitlin have 2 boys. Kyler and his wife Tarynn are expecting there first in July. 

Q:  To sum it all up – what do we see here today? What are your achievements? What are your goals & values? A: Our farm strives to maintain a high producing herd with the upmost care for our animals the land and our neighbors. 

Q:  Anything else you’d like to share? A:  We hosted Breakfast on the Farm in 1989.

Thank you for joining us for Breakfast on the Farm in Kewaunee County – Father’s Day 2022!

Interested in learning how cows use robots to milk themselves?  Learn more by watching this great video, from Door County Daily News:

Please join us for this year’s breakfast to make new memories!

Family Story – 2021 Hosts: Augustian Farms

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2021 host farm’s history! Join the Augustian family at the breakfast this Father’s Day – June 20th, 2021!

The family has shared their history with us – read this wonderful story they have shared and view great photos!

Family Story

Augustian Farms LLC started in 1882 when the original deed for the land was purchased.  The farm is currently owned and operated by Todd, Gianne and Aaron Augustian.  Brothers, Todd, and, Aaron, wanted to continue their family’s dairy farming legacy and continue the strong commitment to raising quality cows and being good stewards to the land.  

Augustian Family

Todd took ownership of the farm from his parents, Edward and Claire, in 2001, milking 60 cows in a stanchion barn.  In 2005, a devastating barn fire destroyed the farm facilities, including a barn that was over 100 years old, and the entire milking herd.  Todd was able to rent a barn from the neighbor and started to build back the herd.  He started with 40 cows and grew to 240 in that facility.  In 2007, Aaron joined his brother, Todd, bringing 100 animals to the farm, officially starting a farm partnership. In 2009, the brothers started an LLC and came home to the original farmland to build a new dairy, which included a double 6 parlor, accommodating 400 cows. The farm continued to grow to what it is today, housing 1,100 Holstein cows.  In, 2015, the farm upgraded to a double 14 parallel parlor where cows are milked three times a day.  

Augustian Family

Youngstock are raised in Kansas by a custom grower.  The calves leave the farm daily and return two months pre-calving.  Augustian’s feel the drier environment in Kansas is better for calves and allows them to grow into healthier cows.  

Augustian’s believe cow comfort is key to producing quality milk.  The cows are housed in a cross-ventilated freestall barn and bedded with sand for ideal cow comfort.  The sand is raked daily and replaced weekly.  The large fans in the freestall barn allows the cows to stay cool and comfortable in the summer.  Cows are fed a diet specially formulated by a dairy nutritionist that utilizes the crops raised by Augustian’s.  Feed is pushed up for the cows 12 to 15 times a day making sure they always have fresh, quality feed to eat.  

Augustian Family

Augustian Farms uses a cow manager system that allows Todd and Aaron to track individual cow movements through special ear tags.  Reports from this system will show how often cows eat, move and ruminate.  The system even tracks each cow’s temperature.  Reports are reviewed daily.  This allows for a cow to quickly be monitored if they have deviated from their typical patterns.  

Augustian Family

Along with building new and improved facilities after the fire, the brothers also wanted to increase their farm conservation efforts to ensure healthy soils for future generations.  

This goal led Augustian’s to join the Door-Kewaunee Watershed Demonstration Farm Network. The Network features four farms that demonstrate the best conservation practices to protect the Great Lakes.  Through this network, new and innovative ideas are tested on a small scale and then, if successful, the practices are implemented on a large scale.  Augustian’s have implemented no-till practices and use cover crops to help protect the soil.  They have reshaped grassed waterways to meet today’s standards and have planted a portion of their land in native grasses for wildlife and a bee habitat.  They believe that clean water and agriculture can coincide together and that farmers are also great conservationists of lake and stream water quality.  

The Augustian’s farm 1,500 acres of corn silage, alfalfa and winter wheat for their livestock.  These crops, along with some purchased protein and dry corn, will feed the cows for a year.  

Augustian Family

Both Todd and Aaron previously had careers off the farm but knew that coming back to the farm was in their blood.  They have a passion for the agriculture industry and challenge each other to make Augustian Farms an operation that will be a part of Wisconsin’s strong dairy tradition well into the future.

6th Annual Farm Meets Fork Gala

Connecting the fork to the farm, Dairy Promotion Committee aims to share information with local business owners, workers, and patrons – letting them know what dairymen and women do every day to help ensure that Wisconsin dairy products continue to be produced with the highest quality ingredients and animal care, which genuinely starts at the farm.

August 24th, the committee gathered area business and community leaders who work indirectly with the dairy industry daily. The event was hosted at Deer Run Dairy of Kewaunee County, starting with hor’s d’ oeuvres and refreshments. During the social hour, owners, Dale Bogart and Duane Ducat, offered tours of the farm to the guests. Once the tours concluded, Millaine Wells of WFRV rang the dinner bell, and an elegant dinner was served.

Executive Chef, Aaron Morse, from Black & Tan Grille presented and elegant dinner which included lobster bisque, a delicious fruit and vegetable salad, perfectly seasoned finger potatoes, a medley of fresh beans, followed by a lush, crusted Prime Rib. After the dinner keynote speaker, Jennifer Van Os of UW-Madison shared her presentation: Giving Cows a Voice Through Science. The evening concluded with a milk toast, frozen drinks, and a view of the milking parlor for those interested.

Thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, and attendees that made this evening possible. Special thanks to our community FFA & 4 H members who parked cars and served dinner.

2026 Breakfast Sponsors

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors who help bring this great event to thousands!

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Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion
A non-profit organization of agriculture professionals and dedicated dairy farm families in Kewaunee County. We partner with the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin to positively promote the dairy industry and products.

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Farm Facts & Family Story: Fenendaels of EL-NA FARMS

Each year the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a Family Farm located in Kewaunee County!Our 2025 & 2026 Host Family FarmSpanning 6 generations and 168 years, EL-NA Farms first began in 1858 when the Fenendael’s ancestors immigrated from Belgium...
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2025 Breakfast Sponsors

Our generous sponsors are making it possible for the Dairy Promotion Committee to co-host Breakfast on the farm with a different farm host each year. The sponsorships also support educating school children about where their food comes from with farm field trips and our three Dairy Ambassadors visiting classrooms.

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Farm Facts Family Story Heims Hillcrest Dairy

Our 2024 Host Family Farm
As a multi-generational family farm, Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy prides itself on the ‘Family Feel’, both in the business and the daily operations of the farm.

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2024 Breakfast Sponsors

Our generous sponsors are making it possible for the Dairy Promotion Committee to co-host Breakfast on the farm with a different farm host each year. The sponsorships also support educating school children about where their food comes from with farm field trips and our three Dairy Ambassadors visiting classrooms.

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2023 Breakfast on the Farm Photos: Salentine Homestead Dairy

Kewaunee County Dairy PromotionHelp us celebrate the important role dairy plays in our community.
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2023 Breakfast Sponsors

Our generous sponsors are making it possible for the Dairy Promotion Committee to co-host Breakfast on the farm with a different farm host each year. The sponsorships also support educating school children about where their food comes from with farm field trips and our three Dairy Ambassadors visiting classrooms.

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2022 Breakfast on the Farm Kinnard Highland Farm

2022 Breakfast on the Farm Kinnard Highland Farm

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2022 Breakfast Sponsors

Our 2022 Dairy Breakfast Sponsors
We couldn’t do this great event without the help & support of our community – thank you Dairy Breakfast Sponsors!
Thank you for sponsoring Kewaunee County’s Breakfast on the Farm!

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Family Story – 2019 Hosts: Kinnard Farms

Kinnard Farm, Inc. History

The family has shared their history with us – read this wonderful story they have shared and view great photos!

In 1948, our parents, Alvin and Milly Kinnard, had a dream. Recently returned from his service in WW-2, Dad and Mom wanted nothing more than to pursue their dream of building both a family and a dairy farm. Using money borrowed from their parents, Mom and Dad started by purchasing 80 acres located near Dad’s home farm. Knowing that great cows are the foundation of a dairy farm, 14 registered animals were purchased from a great uncle. Through their progressive approach and commitment to hard work, the farm prospered and grew. Today, our family and our team of talented employees crops nearly 12,000 acres of land and cares for 8,300 cows. Most of the animals in our herd today are the direct descendants of Mom and Dad’s original 14 cows, and we now farm much of the land that was originally settled by our Belgian ancestors five generations ago.

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2019 host farm’s history! You can find Kinnard Farms, Inc. on Facebook!

Our parents’ goal was to build a business that would last for generations, and it has. We are proud to be a part of the Kewaunee County community and employ many of our neighbors and friends. Our talented dairy team is devoted to tending to our girls’ every need in our climate controlled state-of-the-art barns. Our farming team prides itself on farming our land in a manner that ensures it will be in excellent shape for future generations, as well as being highly productive today.

Sustainability is in our roots. Mom and Dad taught us that this is not our land, and these are not our resources. It is simply our responsibility to be the next generation of caretakers. This is a responsibility we take very seriously.

We care for our girls, our land, and our water resources with a goal of continuous improvement; striving to leave these precious resources in an ever-improved state for the next generation of caretakers. We work with a team of local and national experts that advise us on how to best care for our girls, our land, and our water resources. We base all decisions on the three legs of sustainability – how will this decision affect our community, our environment, and our farm’s future. We refer to this decision-making process as Smart Sustainability®, a process which makes the future the reason for the actions we take today. Our vision is a sustainable community for generations to come.

Our family has made a conscientious decision to reinvest in this community where we have lived and farmed for five generations because we love this community. Although the look of the farm has changed, our family’s passion and commitment for the community we proudly call home remains stronger than ever. We are fortunate to be working together as a family and with our incredibly dedicated and talented team to keep our parent’s dream alive while creating new opportunities for our community.

Our work is founded on the love we have for this land and our passion for farming. We take great pride in knowing that we are producing high-quality and wholesome milk and cheese for families; families just like yours.

The entire Kinnard Family and the Kinnard Farms’ Team is excited to invite you and your family to help us celebrate June dairy month at this year‘s Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm!

We look forward to seeing you on Father’s Day!

2018 Kickoff Breakfast – June Dairy Month

Kristy Pagel was our emcee and has been the past 11 years. Special thanks to Kristy for her dedication to the dairy industry!

Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Committee honors a community member each year with a Volunteer Recognition & Appreciation Award. The 2018 recipient is the late John T. Pagel for his contributions to the dairy industry throughout his life. His children accepted the award on his behalf.

#DrinkOneForJohn It’s June Dairy Month! Use this hashtag to raise funds for the Ag Center at Kewaunee High School! For each social mention, $1 will be donated (up to $2000) by Julie Veldhuis in honor of the late John t. Pagel & dairy families, “Drink Milk, It Does A Body Good!” 

2018 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fair, Isabella Haen, was our Keynote speaker.
2018 Fairest of the Fair, Charlene Robinson
2018 Jr Fairest of the Fair, Macey Ledvina
Our 2018 Breakfast on the Farm host family, the Knorns, were introduced.

2018 Dairy Ambassadors Visit Luxemburg-Casco Schools

2018 Dairy Ambassadors Visit Luxemburg-Casco Schools

Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion

June 8th, 2018 by Pam Blazei

Dairy Ambassador visit St. Paul Lutheran Church and School and Luxemburg- Casco schools  in April and May to spread their dairy cheer!

3rd-8th graders were visited by FFA members, Kim Van Donsel & Gabrielle Haen. Kim & Gabrielle shared how FFA has impacted their personal and academic lives. They also discussed the varied interests, scholarships, and networking opportunities that FFA offers, ending the visit with a fun training of sheep judging. Their treats included string cheese, a glass of chocolate milk, & a sub sandwich, which represents all forms of agriculture. A Special thank you to Kim & Gabrielle for sharing their experience with our youth!

The 4K class was visited by Catrina Thiry, who read the book “A Fairy in the Dairy”. The kids developed their own ice cream flavor & gave it a creative name. Afterwards, everyone enjoyed a traditional ice cream sundae with a cherry on top.

The 5K class was visited by Stacy Jauquet, who read the book, “A Farm of Many Colors”. They learned how agriculture comes in all colors of the rainbow & enjoyed a yogurt parfait. Both books are provided by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.

1st/2nd graders learned about Curd Science. Each student received a book provided by the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin & watched a short video about how cheese is made. They made butter in class & tried 3 different cheeses, Cheese Curds, Medium Cheddar, and Sharp Cheddar. These cheese demonstrate how cheese can be cured for many years before consumers can find it in the grocery store.

3rd graders from Luxemburg-Casco. Catrina Thiry assisted Stacy Jauquet in sharing the Build a Better Body Program, which focuses on building a plate of colorful foods to eat from each of the five food groups. Then the kids played games, concentrating on colorful food options, food groups, and healthy snacks. The day ended with building a kabob stick full of protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables, and grain.

2nd graders at the Luxemburg-Casco Primary School in April. The topic was Curd Science & each student was given a book provided by the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. The kids watched a short video about how cheese is made & then made their own butter in class. Each student sampled Cheese Curds, Medium Cheddar, & Sharp Cheddar to learn how cheese can be cured for many years before consumers purchase it in the store. The best part, the class danced to the “Moo Cow” song, because exercising is just as important as eating Dairy!

Thank you Catrina & Stacy for your dedication to connecting the community to the dairy industry!

 St. Paul Lutheran Church and School and Luxemburg- Casco schools

Farm Facts & Family Story: Fenendaels of EL-NA FARMS

Each year the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a Family Farm located in Kewaunee County!Our 2025 & 2026 Host Family FarmSpanning 6 generations and 168 years, EL-NA Farms first began in 1858 when the Fenendael’s ancestors immigrated from Belgium...
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Farm Facts Family Story Heims Hillcrest Dairy

Our 2024 Host Family Farm
As a multi-generational family farm, Heim’s Hillcrest Dairy prides itself on the ‘Family Feel’, both in the business and the daily operations of the farm.

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2023 Breakfast on the Farm Photos: Salentine Homestead Dairy

Kewaunee County Dairy PromotionHelp us celebrate the important role dairy plays in our community.
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2022 Breakfast on the Farm Kinnard Highland Farm

2022 Breakfast on the Farm Kinnard Highland Farm

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Farm Facts & Family Story – 2022 Hosts: Kinnard Highland Farm

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2022 host farm’s history! Join the Kinnard family at the breakfast this Father’s Day – June 19th, 2022! We’re excited to share some fun farm facts and our interview with the family at Kinnard Highland Farm – read the wonderful information they have shared and view great photos!

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Farm Facts – 2021 Hosts: Augustian Farms

We’re excited to share some fun farm facts about Augustian Farms – the family farm hosting our 2021 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, on June 20th, 2021.

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Family Story – 2021 Hosts: Augustian Farms

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2021 host farm’s history! Join the Augustian family at the breakfast this Father’s Day – June 20th, 2021!

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6th Annual Farm Meets Fork Gala

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Farm Facts – 2019 Hosts: Kinnard Farms

We’re excited to share some fun farm facts about Kinnard Farms, Inc. – the family farm hosting our 2019 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, on June 16th, 2019.

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Family Story – 2019 Hosts: Kinnard Farms

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2019 host farm’s history!

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Farm Facts – 2018 Hosts: Junion Homestead Farm

We’re excited to share some fun farm facts about Junion Homestead Farm – the family farm hosting our 2018 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, on June 17th, 2018. This year is our host family farm’s 150th anniversary!

Junion Homestead Farm Aerial Photo – 2015

Junion Homestead Farm Aerial Photo – 2015

Farm Facts & Stats

OWNERS

Tony & Peggy Knorn

HERD

250 Cows, 225 Milking
   80 lb. Milk/Cow per Day
   Milking 2x per Day
   Fat – 3.8% Test
   Protein – 3.22% Test
   SCC – 140,000

Holsteins, Red & White Holsteins, Brown Swiss, and Guernseys.
   Holstein Rolling Herd Avg. of 26,423 lb.
   Brown Swiss Rolling Herd Avg. of 20,256 lb., 4.07% Fat & 3.5% Protein
   Guernsey Rolling Herd Avg. of 18,770 lb., 4.13% Fat & 3.31% Protein

CROPS

450 Acres farmed
186 Acres owned
Corn – 178 Acres
Alfalfa – 193 Acres
Oats/new seeding – 80 Acres

EMPLOYEES

5 Part Time

PROFESSIONALS
HERD VETERINARIAN

Dairyland Veterinary Service
   Dr. Scott Wiley

NUTRITIONIST

CP Feeds
 James Downey

HOOF TRIMMER

Blazei Hoof Trimming

MILK MARKETER

BelGioioso Cheese

MILK HAULER

DeJardin Trucking

FEED MILL

CP Feeds
Rio Creek Feed Mill
United Cooperative

The Knorn Family of Junion Homestead Farm

Junion Homestead Farm Winter Aerial Photo

Junion Homestead Farm Sunset

Junion Homestead Farm Holstein “Grace Outside Spree”

Q&A with our 2018 Host Family – Junion Homestead Farm

What is your farming background?  Are you a 1st-generation farmer, or do you come from many generations of farmers?

Tony was born and raised on a farm in Rib Lake, WI. When he moved here after marrying Peggy, he worked for two other local farms before purchasing Peggy’s parents farm in 1993.  Peggy’s parents, Lawrence & Magdalene Junion sold the cows in 1966 when Peggy was young, they cash cropped the land after the cows left.  Tony and Peggy brought back the cows and are the fifth generation on the farm – their children are the 6th generation, and their grandchildren are 7th generation farm kids!

What hardships have you had to overcome, personal or professional?  How have they shaped the farm/you?

There are two hardships that stick out most in their minds. The first was the fire that destroyed the farm’s shop. The fire happened on February 5, 1997.  Tony was able to get one tractor (the IH 666) out before the burning building was totally consumed by the fire.

The second hardship was the learning curve they experienced in their 2007 expansion.  Learning how to manage the compost bed pack facility proved challenging in the beginning.  They lost a lot of good cows the first year to toxic mastitis – there were times they were unsure the pack barn was the best decision, but as they learned to manage the pack the cows’ health improved!

Growth & Education:  How did you grow your farm, and yourselves, to result in what we see today?

Tony was enrolled in the Young Farmer Class taught by Bill Zemke through NWTC. When the cows came home in 1993, they took things slow, remodeling the barn one side at a time. They have always had a desire to learn the most they can, and to do the best job possible on the farm. They believe in researching and consulting with others as they prepare to make a change on the farm.  When looking to expand, they researched compost pack barns and went on farm tours to the see the facilities first hand. They also toured numerous parlor set ups before choosing the Dairymaster parlor.

To sum it all up:  What do we see here today?  What are your achievements?  What are your goals & values?

What you see today on the farm has been 150 years in the making.  They have the 5th, 6th, and 7th generation of family working and growing together on the farm. They value the tradition of family farming and are proud of the fact that they are the blood, sweat, and tears of the operation since 1868.

“We strive to manage our cattle and land the best we can to ensure the success of the farm and the generations to come.”
~The Knorn Family of Junion Homestead Farm

Grace Advent Carlene Ex92 3E

Junion Homestead Farm show cow Grace Advent Carlene Ex92 3E (named after the country song Carlene!)

Junion Homestead Farm Show Cow

Junion Homestead Farm Cloudy

Junion Homestead Farm Cloudy

2018 Dairy Ambassador Visit

The Cow Lady (a.k.a. Renee Ebert) continues the mission of educating our future food producers with a big smile!!

Pictured are the first graders at Algoma Elementary from the classes of Mrs. Lebotte, Mrs. Herman & Mrs. Clarke.

Mrs. Ebert shared materials offered by the Milk Marketing Board, which was recently rebranded as Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. The materials include the book, “My Field Trip to a Wisconsin Dairy Farm”. The book talks about all aspects of agriculture, not just dairy, and the five food groups. The class made kebabs (grapes, strawberries, two cheeses, cucumbers & a wheat pita bread) and sandwiches with, turkey & ham. It looks like they had a great time together!

150 Years In The Making Photo Gallery – Junion Homestead Farm – 7 Generations

Celebrate this family farm’s 150th Anniversary!

Join us this Father’s Day, June 17th for the 2018 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm at Junion Homestead Farm!

A picture’s worth a thousand words – so here are photos spanning 7 GENERATIONS OF JUNIONS!

1st  Generation Lambert married Marie Julinne Raison (they had four children). In 1856, the Junion’s left Belgium for America, sailing on Vessel Colorek with their eldest, Xavier (age 12). They settled in the Luxemburg Township in 1868.  Our photo album begins with Xavier & Josephine Junion (2nd generation) and their 11 children (3rd gen.)!

Junion Homestead Farm Aerial Photo – 2015

Mr. & Mrs. Xavier Junion with their 11 children (2nd & 3rd generations)
Back Row (L to R): Joseph Junion, Clementine (Junion) Moreau, John Junion, Josephine (Junion) DeBaker, Fabian Junion, Adele (Junion) Wery, Norris Junion
Front Row (L to R): Louise (Junion) Joniaux, Xavier Junion, Josephine (Mottard) Junion, Theophile Junion, Mary (Junion) Joniaux, Charles Junion

Xavier & Josephine Junion (2nd Generation Junion Homestead Farm) – at age 12 Xavier came with his parents from Belgium, sailing on the Vessel Colorek to America
John & Josephine Deprey (Magdalene Junion’s parents; she’s 4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Joseph & Juliet (Everard) Junion (3rd generation Junion Homestead Farm)
John & Josephine Deprey – Magdalene Junion’s parents (Magdalene’s 4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
The Monfort’s; great-grandparents of Jim, Larry, and Peggy Junion (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm) – 4th generation Magdalene Junion’s grandparents
Fishing Trip (top, L to R) Randy Paye, Larry Junion (bottom, L to R) Darrell Paye, Joe Paye, Mary Paye (Larry Junion 5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
[unknown] couple from the historical records of Junion Homestead Farm (possibly 3rd generation?)
Lawrence & Magdalene Junion, Peggy’s parents (4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Joseph & Juliet Junion (3rd generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Peggy’s brothers on the Mickinley School steps, Larry & Jim Junion (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Peggy’s brothers, Jim & Larry Junion (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Lawrence Junion’s nephew Eben Koss, in front of Lawrence’s 1936 Pontiac
Magdalene Junion & her mother Josephine Deprey – Magdalene did much of the fieldwork on 4th generation Junion Homestead Farm as Lawrence worked off the farm
Lawrence & Magdalene Junion (4th Generation)
Cows out to pasture (Junion Homestead Farm)
Larry Junion, Peggy’s brother (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Peggy Junion – 14 months old (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Junion Homestead Farm older aerial photo
Little Peggy & big brother Jim with their cousin Karen Havel (Koss) on the left (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm) June 1961
4 Generations of Deprey’s (L to R): ? (matriarch whose name escapes us), Josephine Deprey, Magdalene Junion (Deprey), and Jim Junion (4th & 5th Generation Junion Homestead
Jim Junion & Peggy (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Cousin Karen Havel (Koss) with Peggy and her big brother Jim Junion (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Magdalene Junion with her bridesmaids (4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Lawrence & Magdalene Junion’s wedding party (4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)
Junion Homestead Farm show cow
Junion Homestead Farm show cow
Junion Homestead Farm at dusk
Junion Homestead Farm sunset
Junion Homestead Farm Aerial Photo – 2017
Mikayla and her Guernsey Reba (Junion Homestead Farm)
Mikayla and her Red & White Holstein Carlene (Junion Homestead Farm)

“Ye Olde Tractors” – Jim & Barney were the team of horses used for farm work in the pre-tractors era

Lawrence Junion (4th generation Junion Homestead Farm)

Peggy’s brothers, Jim & Larry Junion (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)

Lawrence & Magdalene Junion Wedding Photo (4th generation Junion Homestead Farm) June 19, 1940

Jim Junion & Peggy (5th generation Junion Homestead Farm)

The Knorn girls showing in Futurity (Junion Homestead Farm)

Junion Homestead Farm at Dusk

The Knorn Family of Junion Homestead Farm

Family Farm History – 2017 Hosts: Wallace Dairy Farm

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2017 host farm’s history!
You can find Wallace Dairy Farm, LLC on Facebook!

Wallace Family Dairy: Our Story

Paul Wallace, Jr. is a 4th generation dairy farmer – born and raised on a dairy farm, he has always enjoyed working with cattle and being on the farm.

FAMILY FARM HISTORY   The original Wallace Homestead, located in Darboy, began in 1856. Paul’s father (Paul, Sr.), the 3rd of 9 children, was raised there. After working 3-4 years out of high school, he then purchased a small dairy farm in Forest Junction (Brillion area) and operated it while working at the local paper mill. In 1978, when Paul, Jr. was 5 years old, the family relocated to the present-day farm.

Together Paul Jr., his father (Paul, Sr.), mother (Cathy), and sister (Kim) operated the dairy farm. With the closest relatives over an hour away, the family depended on one another, as well as on the relationships built with neighbors and local businesses to continue building the farm. Paul Jr.’s grandfather would travel to the farm to help when time permitted, especially during corn chopping season.

Paul, Jr. used his own money to purchase first registered Holstein for $1,200 when he was 14 years old. He used this animal to start building his herd of registered dairy cattle. To date, he still has 2 descendants of his first Holstein. While working for his parents, Paul helped focus on improving the genetic base of the herd by selecting specific production traits. Paul built his own cattle numbers while still working for his parents and helped increase the initial herd of 50 to the present-day 100.

Paul, Jr. made the initial purchase of cattle and equipment and took over full operation in early 2013. One of the biggest challenges, particularly after the change in ownership, is that Paul, Jr. and family live in Algoma, almost 10 miles from the farm itself. Not being on-site is challenging as they need to rely on his parents for assistance when animals are calving, or if heifers escape. Bad weather also factors in as the cows still need to be milked and fed twice a day regardless of road conditions.

As of early April 2017, the Paul, Jr. family is looking forward to living on-site – as they’ve closed on the house, barn, building, and some acreage. This nearly completes the 2nd phase of the purchase plan. The family is now working hard to complete some renovations to make the farmhouse their own while Paul’s parents are working to complete their new home (north of the operation). Everyone hopes to be settled into their new homes by Fall of this year. While the farm has always been accessible to Paul, Jr. and family, being within steps versus 10 miles will make a big difference!

GROWTH & EDUCATION Paul, Jr. attended Lakeshore Technical College, earning a certificate in Dairy Herd Management. After completion, one of the requirements before he could return to his family’s farm was to work on another dairy for a minimum of one year. He worked for a then neighbor, Mike Pavich. While Paul always had an interest in genetics and breeding, it was here that he gained more knowledge and contacts which helped as he continued to build his herd. Eventually he applied the same ideas to his parents’ herd.

Working together, Paul, Sr. and Paul, Jr. complement one another, as Paul, Sr.’s strengths are crop and field work, while Paul, Jr.’s strengths are cattle. Together with his parents, Paul, Jr. has been able to grow the farm, build the genetic base of the herd, and find more cost-effective ways to operate the dairy.

THE FAMILY Paul, Jr.’s wife Corrina works as a special education aide for the Algoma School District. She has a degree in business and is taking additional coursework to obtain her elementary education licensure. The Wallace’s children attend Algoma High School. Aidan is a junior involved in band, football, basketball, and track. Emersyn is a freshman involved in band, volleyball, basketball and softball. The family are members of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Algoma.

Over the last few years, the farm has been able to employ several hard working and reliable individuals to help keep the farm operating efficiently. Paul has confidence in these individuals which allows him more flexibility to attend family events and take occasional time off. Present employees include: Connor Buhr, Max Schoening, Jordan Schiesser, Casey Stangel, Matthew Bluett, and Casey Nelson.

Farming is a family affair. Paul’s dad remains involved on a nearly daily basis. Aidan is a regular fixture at the farm and Corrina and Emersyn contribute as well. Cathy can often be seen cutting lawn or supplying the guys with fresh baked goods. Additionally, Paul’s sister and some her children (Morgan, Bryce & Graham) still help from time to time along with Corrina’s parents Chuck and Jenny Hucek. Two of the dairy’s employees have been involved at the farm since they were little (nephew, Connor and family friend Max). The Wallace kids along with friends and family have shown dairy cattle at the Kewaunee County Fair throughout the years.

The Wallace family says, “we feel blessed to be able to share our farm with family, friends, and the community. The values, strong work ethic and life experiences gained on the farm are like no other. We are honored to be able to contribute to educating others about how dairy farmers contribute to the agriculture industry, support the local economy and give back to the community.”

~ Wallace Family Dairy

Farm Facts – 2017 Hosts: Wallace Dairy Farm

Wallace Family Dairy: Farm Facts

We’re excited to share some fun farm facts about Wallace Dairy Farm – the family farm hosting our 2017 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, on June 11th, 2017!

HERD

100 Cows
   75 lb. Milk/Cow per Day
   Milking 2x per Day
   Fat – 3.9% Test
   Protein – 3.2% Test
   SCC – 150,000

CROPS

315 Acres (owned & rented)
Corn – 126 Acres
   61 grain
   65 silage
Barley – 40 Acres
Alfalfa – 146 Acres

EMPLOYEES

1 Full Time
5 Part Time

PROFESSIONALS

HERD VETERINARIAN

Dairyland Veterinary Service
   Dr. Bill Kaufmann
Advanced Veterinary Service
   Dr. Jeff McFarlane

NUTRITIONIST

CP Feeds
   Stephanie Nagel

HOOF TRIMMER

Dave Mleziva

MILK MARKETER

Arla Foods

MILK HAULER

Arla Foods

FEED MILL

Rio Creek Feed Mill
Cornette Farm Supply
Franks Feed Mill

Stay tuned for more info!  COMING SOON: our host family’s farm history.

Family Farm History – 2016 Hosts: Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy

Each year Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by a different family farm – learn more about our 2016 host farm’s history!

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy – family farm est. 1946

Pagel's Ponderosa Dairy c.1946

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy c.1946

John grew up on the Pagel Family’s homestead farm purchased by his parents, Carl and Garnet, in 1946—80 acres, 8 cows, 6 pigs and a few chicken. Their 7 children, John being the youngest, were always involved in the farm work. Adopting the typical Wisconsin farm-family work ethic necessary to support their growing family, the farmstead’s land and animals that provided their livelihood. With their progressive dairy practices Carl gradually expanded the dairy to 380 acres and 65 milking cows before his retirement in 1980.

John purchased the Ponderosa Dairy from his parents in 1980, after attending the U.W.-Madison Farm Short Course Program where he was prepared to be a progressive dairy business man as well as a steward of their land and its environment. In 1985 the Ponderosa Dairy experienced a devastating barn fire, losing 48 cows and heifers plus the farmstead’s iconic red barn that had sheltered their dairy herd for 40 years. John rebuilt a larger, efficient “free-stall’ barn to hold 100 cows and a modern milking parlor.

Pagel's Ponderosa Dairy c.1990

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy c.1990
Pagel's Ponderosa Dairy c.1995

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy c.1995

In 2008 John’s family met—Jamie, John Jr., Bryan, Dustin and their spouses—and decided to work together to expand the Ponderosa Dairy business. Each member agreed to specialize in a segment of the farmstead’s management, production and maintenance, ensuring that their Wisconsin dairy remains a leader in progressive and responsible dairy farming in Wisconsin. In 2013 John added another new barn, specifically to house dry cows and a new maternity ward to complete Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy LLC on their homestead property, plus 3,000 calves and heifers on their Ponderosa Calf Ranch. In addition there are 2,300 heifers at Pagel’s Coleman Ponderosa.

Pagel's Ponderosa Dairy c.2009

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy c.2009

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy hosts more than 7,000 visitors annually who come to their farm to learn about modern, progressive dairying. John’s dream has always been to show consumers about where milk comes from, and to create and market products on the Pagel homestead. In 2014 John purchased Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese and in 2015 opened The Cannery Public Market in downtown Green Bay. Like John has always said, “From The Cow To The Countertop” which sums up his philosophy on just how fresh beef and dairy must be to truly own the title “farm-to-table.” Who knows what the future holds for the Pagel family but one thing is for sure, it will be done with the same passion as in years past.

~ Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy

Hungry?  Volunteers Eat Free.

Come make memories with us this Father’s Day (6/19/2016), sign up to volunteer at Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm – enjoy a delicious dairy brunch, then see cows being milked and cheese being made at Pagels Ponderosa Dairy!

Farm Facts – 2016 Hosts: Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy

We’re excited to share some fun farm facts about Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy – the family farm hosting our 2016 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, on Father’s Day (6/19/16)!

Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy Aerial Photo

OWNER

  • John T. Pagel & Family

HERD

  • 5000 Cows
  • 86lbs Milk/Cow per Day
  • Milking 3x per Day
  • Fat – 4.3% Test
  • Protein – 3.4% Test
  • SCC – 155,000

CROPS

  • 7530 Acres (owned & rented)
  • Corn – 4,000 Acres
  • Wheat – 530 Acres
  • Alfalfa – 3,000 Acres

EMPLOYEES

  • 110 Full Time

PROFESSIONALS

HERD VETERINARIAN

  • Dr. Don Niles

NUTRITIONIST

  • GPS Dairy Consulting, Marty Faldet

HOOF TRIMMER

  • Blazei Hoof Trimming

MILK MARKETER

  • DBMMC

MILK HAULER

  • Homan Trucking

FEED MILL

  • Cornette Farm Supply

Stay tuned for more info!  COMING SOON: our host family’s farm history.

We hope you’ll join us for the 2016 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, Father’s Day 6/19/16 at Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy.

Pagel’s Ponderosa – “Throwback” Print Paraphernalia Of Our 2016 Breakfast Hosts!

Can you recognize any of these young faces?

My how things have changed!  Check out some of these great old photos & newspaper clippings, past breakfast newsletter bits, and one Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Committee member even found part of an article from over 20 years ago!   

We hope you’ll join us for the 2016 Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm, Father’s Day 6/19/16 at Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy.