MADISON — Election results for the board of directors of the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, now known as the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, have been certified and include a Darlington representative. Eight new directors will begin three-year terms starting July 1, according to results certified by Sheila Harsdorf, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

The new local director is Jay Stauffacher, Darlington, representing District 23 for Iowa and Lafayette counties.

DFW directors guide the organization’s finances, formulate and set its policies and long-range business plan and maintain its mission “to help grow demand for Wisconsin milk by providing programs that enhance the competitiveness of the Wisconsin Dairy Industry.” 

Through these initiatives, a DFW director has the opportunity to represent Wisconsin dairy producers and products, as well as become involved in activities that inform and educate consumers.