[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 4, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E708-E709]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2019 OCONTO COUNTY BREAKFAST ON THE FARM HOSTED 
                          BY PETERSON'S DAIRY

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 4, 2019

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tradition 
of Breakfast on the Farm in Oconto County.
  Breakfast on the Farm is an iconic Wisconsin tradition that provides 
the community an opportunity to see first-hand how a dairy farm 
operates and learn about the significant role the dairy industry plays 
in Wisconsin's economy. Community members meet dairy farmers, explore 
the barns and equipment, and enjoy a delicious meal prepared on the 
farm.
  The Oconto County Breakfast on the Farm Committee has been organizing 
the breakfast since 2010, recruiting host farms, sponsors, and 
volunteers to support this terrific event. In addition, the Committee 
offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors to further 
promote the strong agriculture industry in the community.
  I am grateful to Peterson's Dairy for hosting the 2019 Oconto County 
Breakfast on the

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Farm. Peterson's Dairy was established in 1973 when Arne and Judy 
Peterson purchased farmland in Lena, Wisconsin. In 2002, the family 
formed Peterson's Dairy LLC when their son, John, joined the operation 
as part owner. Peterson's Dairy LLC milks more than 1,000 registered 
Holsteins and farms about 1800 acres. Their philosophy to produce 
quality milk in a sustainable manner in a positive environment for both 
the animal's and farmer's welfare is one to be admired throughout the 
industry.
  Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this body to join me in 
commending the efforts of Breakfast on the Farm to educate the 
community through this time-honored tradition. Thank you to the 
Petersons, the Oconto County Breakfast on the Farm Committee, and the 
countless sponsors and volunteers for their continued support of 
Wisconsin's dairy industry.

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