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Washington County crowns princesses
The 54th Washington County Dairy Princess pageant crowned a new team of dairy princesses for the 2019-20 on April 28. In front of more than 100 people at the 1925 Barn in Kingsbury, five candidates offered speeches on dairy promotion and information.
The new team is anchored by Dairy Princess Erin Armitage, daughter of Lee-Ann and Kevin Armitage of Greenwich. First Alternate Dairy Princess is Mackenzie Spencer, daughter of Daniel and Emily Vincent of Salem. Alternate Dairy Princesses are Hannah Groesbeck, daughter of John and Kim Groesbeck of Salem; Haley Spezio, daughter of Craig and Margaret Spezio of Greenwich; and Jenna Wilbur, daughter of Jon and Melanie Wilbur of Greenwich.
New Washington Co. Dairy Princess Team Announced
On Sunday, April 29, the 53rd Washington County Dairy Princess pageant crowned a new team of dairy princesses for the 2018-2019 year. In front of over one hundred people at the 1925 Barn in Kingsbury, three candidates offered speeches on dairy promotion and information. They each answered the impromptu question, “As a member of the Washington County Dairy Princess team you represent the entire dairy industry. What are some key messages that you want the consumer to know?” Citing health and nutritional benefits of milk and other dairy products, the candidates also brought up issues about animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and farming practices.
The new team is anchored by Dairy Princess Carlee McGreevy, daughter of Lesa St. Jock of Hartford. Alternate Dairy Princesses are Lauren DeSorbe, daughter of Rebecca and Anthony DeSorbe of Greenwich and Hannah Monroe, daughter of Jonathon Monroe and Krystal Monroe of Hartford. MC Mike Dubray acknowledged the judges’ challenge in the process.
Outgoing team Rachel Hall, Kassidy Kuzmich, Shania Danio of Greenwich and Mackenzie Casey of Hartford gave thank you speeches reflecting on their year of dairy promotion and service. They also recognized the more than 50 Dairy Ambassadors who participate in the program learning lessons, life skills, and raising self-confidence all while promoting dairy products.
Chairperson Betsy Foote thanked the many farmers and agri-service donors (Capital Tractor, Hollister Brothers, Ideal Dairy Farms, Ray & Stella Johnson, James & Judith McClay, Ronald & Diane Mercure, Ed & Michelle Rouse. Salem Farm Supply, John Stowkowski & Sons, Tiashoke Farms, LLC, Washington Co-Op Insurance, OA Borden & Sons, KA Sunset View Farm, McCuins Livestock Transport, Ken Thomas III, Hudson River Tractor, Kenyon Hill Farm, and Hi-Brow Farm). She also praised the efforts of the outgoing team who stuck through numerous rainy parades, hot Fair days and dozens of school programs. For more information on hosting a Dairy Princess at an event or learning more about the program, please call 518-744-7942. For more info or updates on the team’s activities, please check out www.washingtoncountydairyprincess.org
Please congratulate all of these young women and raise a glass of milk with them as they set off on a year of discovery. The Washington County Dairy Princess program is made possible through the support of the local dairy and agri-business community and the American Dairy Association North East (ADANE), the regional planning and management organization funded by dairy farmer checkoff dollars.
Pictured: The incoming 2018-19 Washington County Dairy Princess Team (L-R): Lauren DeSorbe, Alternate Dairy Princess; Dairy Princess Carlee McGreevy; Alternate Dairy Princess Hannah Monroe.
2018 Banquet Photos
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Rachel Hall Leads New Wash. Co. Dairy Princess Team
On Sunday, April 30, the 52nd Washington County Dairy Princess pageant crowned a new team of dairy princesses for the 2017-2018 year. In front of over one hundred people at the Middle Falls Firehouse, the four candidates offered speeches on dairy promotion and information. They each answered the impromptu question, “As a member of the Washington County Dairy Princess team you represent the entire dairy industry. What are some key messages that you want the consumer to know?” Citing health and nutritional benefits of milk and other dairy products, the candidates also brought up issues about animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and farming practices.
The new team is anchored by Dairy Princess Rachel Hall, daughter of Chris and Cathy Hall of Greenwich. First Alternate is Kassidy Kuzmich, daughter of Brady and Kia Wolff of Argyle. Alternate Dairy Princesses are Shania Danio, daughter of Greg and Sherrie Danio of Greenwich, and Mackenzie Casey, daughter of Bridget Beecher of Hartford.
Outgoing team Julia Houser of Greenwich and Sara Stein of Greenwich gave thank you speeches reflecting on their year of dairy promotion and service. They also acknowledged the more than 40 Dairy Ambassadors who participate in the program gaining life skills, learning lessons and raising self-confidence all while promoting dairy products.
Chairperson Betsy Foote also thanked the many farmers and agri-service donors and praised the efforts of Julia and Sara.
Please congratulate all of these young women and raise a glass of milk with them as they set off on a year of discovery. The Washington County Dairy Princess program is made possible through the support of the local dairy and agri-business community and the American Dairy Association North East (ADANE), the regional planning and management organization funded by dairy farmer checkoff dollars.
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2016 Washington County Fair Reflections
August 22 to 28, 2016 – Washington County Fairgrounds, Greenwich, New York.
Without a doubt, the Washington County Fair is the agricultural highlight of our area. This year was no exception. Julia, Sara, and the Dairy Ambassadors met at the Ag Center on Thursday evening before the opening of the fair to set up the booth, learn about Aggie the Incredible Milking Cow and review the week’s schedule.
Julia and Sara both spoke at the opening ceremony, welcoming visitors and local dignitaries to the fair. After the opening ceremony, they served milk and cookies along with Maple Queen, Olivia Roberts. (Photos coming.)
The week was filled with manning the dairy princess booth, showing cattle and participating in the equine events, and awarding ribbons during the dairy shows.
One of the highlights of the week was the Milking Contest on Thursday. Julia and the Dairy Ambassadors, along with local dignitaries competed in a timed milking contest to see who could, by hand milking, get the most milk.
2016 in Review
July 16, 2016 – Dairy Princess – Julia Hauser and First Alternate – Sara Stein, attend National Cow Appreciation Day at Walker’s Farm Home and Tack. “Hey, Everyone! Come join Julia and I at Walkers Farm, Home, and Tack! We’re giving out ice cream from Battenkill Valley Creamery, having a coloring contest, and we even have a bounce house! Walker’s is also having great sales on some items!”
June 30, 2016 – Dairy Princess – Julia Hauser attended the National Holstein Convention. “I had a great time at National Holstein Convention getting to know Saratoga County Dairy Princess, Melanie Luke, and Rensselaer County Dairy Princess, Natalie Shudt. We handed out free goodies, served milk and ice cream at junior luncheons on Tuesday and Thursday! I wish everyone the best of luck at the convention the rest of the week!”
June 22, 2016 – Dairy Princess – Julia Hauser and First Alternate – Sara Stein meet with students in the Greenwich K – 2 Building. “Monday Julia and I went to 7 classes in Greenwich’s K-2 building and had an awesome time meeting so many kids who were so excited meeting the Dairy Princesses. We taught them about what cows eat, read a book, watched Discover Dairy’s awesome video about how the dairy industry works (www.discoverdairy.com, check it out!), and had some stickers, pencils, and Go-Gurts for some fun treats as well.
Today I went to one of Greenwich’s 5th-grade class and did some of the similar things we did on Monday. As well as reminding them to have an active summer and drink lots of milk to refuel after their activities. It was awesome going back to my old schools and seeing some of my old teachers as well as meeting some of the new ones. Seeing the little girls light up when they saw 2 princesses in their class put a huge smile on my face and made me love the job as a dairy princess even more. I’m looking forward to traveling around to other schools and meet some more kids!”
June 15, 2016 – Dairy Princess – Julia Hauser at the Farm Credit East 100th Anniversary. “Congratulations on 100 years of service to agriculture Farm Credit East! I was honored to be invited along with Greenwich FFA members to come help celebrate this accomplishment!”
May 31, 2016 – First Alternate – Sara Stein and Dairy Ambassador – Bryanna Booth participate in the Cambridge Memorial Day Parade.
July – National Ice Cream Month
by Sara Stein – Washington County Dairy Princess 1st Alternate
Did you know in 1984, President Ronald Regan designated July as National Ice Cream month?
Also, the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day.
This year National Ice Cream Day will be on July 17th.
Former President Reagan recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food enjoyed by over 90% of the population.
Here is an easy, fun recipe to help you celebrate Ice Cream Month.
Easy Layered Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert
19 ice cream sandwiches
Reddi-whip or homemade whipped cream
Hershey’s syrup
Unwrap sandwiches and place the first layer in a 9″ x 13″ dish, then cover with whipped cream and drizzle with syrup. Repeat layers then cover and store in the freezer.
ENJOY!
Sara Stein – First Alternate Washington County Dairy Princess Visits Pooh’s Corner
On May 23rd, Sara Stein, First Alternate Washington County Dairy Princess visited Pooh’s Corner Pre-School in Greenwich, New York. Sara read the children the book Click Clack Moo, Cows That Type. Children received Go-Gurts, pencils and coloring pages.
Incoming Dairy Princess Team Unveiled
On Saturday April 16, a new Washington County Dairy Princess Team was crowned at the Middle Falls Fire Department function room in Greenwich. Julia Houser was named Dairy Princess, while Sara Stein was named First Alternate.
The candidates both spoke on the “Wonderful World of Dairy” as well as answered an impromptu question. Julia, daughter of Ruth and George Houser of Easton, discussed the value of dairy as a source of nutrition, working with animals and kids. Sara, daughter of Joanne and Robert Stein of Greenwich, spoke about showing cattle, the need to educate the public on the value of the dairy industry.
Master of Ceremonies Sara Idleman, Town of Greenwich Supervisor, provided numerous thoughts and tidbits through the pageant. As one of the original candidates for Dairy Princess in the first year Washington County held a pageant, she had an insider’s view. Additionally, outgoing 1st Alternate Dairy Princess Kaylah Gulley is Sara’s granddaughter.
The outgoing team of Alternates Julia Steidle, Kaylah Gulley and Dairy Princess Meghan Coldwell honored the forty Dairy Ambassadors who help at events and are an important part of the program. Each young woman reminisced about what the year had meant to them and what they had learned while thanking the program’s supporters.
Chairperson Betsy Foote also thanked the many farmers and agri-service donors and praised the efforts of Meghan, Kaylah and Julia. For more information on hosting a Dairy Princess at an event or learning more about the program, please call 518-744-7942.
The Washington County Dairy Princess program is made possible through the support of the local dairy industry and the American Dairy Association and Dairy Council – the state planning and management organization funded by dairy farmer checkoff dollars.
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