Ag Tour 2026: Discover the Business Behind Dairy
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\nThursday\, August 27 | 9:45AM &ndash\; 3:00PM
\nCost: Just $28 per person
\nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, August 24 (or until the bus is full)
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\nGet ready for Ag Tour 2026 with this year&rsquo\;s exciting theme:
\n&ldquo\;Discover the Business Behind Dairy.&rdquo\;
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\nHosted by the Agri-Business Committee of the Portage County Business Council\, this one-of-a-kind experience gives you exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of Portage County&rsquo\;s most important industries. Bring your coworkers\, your curiosity\, and your appetite for a day of learning\, networking\, and fun&mdash\;rain or shine!\n

\nWhere It All Begins
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\nFeltz Family Farms
\n5796 Porter Drive\, Stevens Point
\n9:45AM &ndash\; Registration in pavilion &\; bus boarding
\nEnjoy complimentary on-site parking (grassy area\, west side of store) before boarding the bus for a full day of dairy discovery.\n\n

\nStop #1 &ndash\; Mullins Whey
\n2541 Foremost Road\, Plover
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\nBe among the first to tour the new Mullins Whey processing facility\, located in the former Foremost Farms plant.
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\nLearn how milk is transformed into world-class dairy products while exploring this state-of-the-art dairy processing facility. You&rsquo\;ll get an inside look at:\n\n

Modern milk processing operations
Advanced utility infrastructure
A massive spray dryer system
The milk intake building
A state-of-the-art warehouse designed for efficiency

\nLunch on the Farm
\n12:30 PM - Outdoor Feltz Family Farms Pavilion
\nEnjoy a delicious chicken dinner prepared by Brady Patoka of Tomorrow River Charcoal\, featuring:\n\n

Chicken
Sweet corn
Baked potato
Fresh Feltz Dairy cheese curds
Soda &\; water

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\nStop #2 &ndash\; Feltz Family Farms
\n5796 Porter Drive\, Stevens Point
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\nAfter lunch\, experience a guided tour of this fifth-generation dairy farm owned and operated by Ken and Jackie Feltz. You&rsquo\;ll get an inside look at:\n\n

Feed storage
Robotic milking facility
Calving area
Compost system
Dairy barns

\nPlus\, enjoy a wagon ride around the farm while learning about modern dairy farming practices.\n\n

\nBonus Stop &ndash\; Feltz&rsquo\;s Dairy Store
\nBefore heading home\, shop the farm store featuring:\n\n

Fresh cheese curds
More than 250 varieties of cheese
Premium meats
16 flavors of local King Cone ice cream
Local specialty products
Unique gifts

\nIt&rsquo\;s the perfect way to take a taste of Wisconsin home! \n\n

\nWhat&rsquo\;s Included\n\n

Roundtrip bus transportation
Exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of two dairy operations
Wagon ride through Feltz Family Farms
Farm-fresh lunch
Networking with follow business professionals
Shopping at Feltz&rsquo\;s Dairy Store

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\nWhat to Wear\n\n

Casual clothing (please\, no shorts)
Comfortable\, closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on uneven ground

\nDietary restrictions?
\nPlease note any dietary restrictions in the &ldquo\;Comments&rdquo\; section when registering. Advance notice is required so accommodations can be made.
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\nDon&rsquo\;t miss this unique opportunity to discover the innovation\, technology\, and dedication behind Portage County&rsquo\;s thriving dairy industry!
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\nSPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSORS TO DATE:
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\nClick below to browse photos from past tours and get excited for what&rsquo\;s in store!\n\n

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