Auxiliary News By Devin Zarda, vice president, WPGA
Hello, friends! Summer
is finally here, so it means the Wisconsin Potato Growers Auxiliary annual meeting is coming shortly. I always look forward to this event so that I can see all our members and get caught up on what has happened in the last year or two, particularly now because of COVID. This year, we will be meeting in person, but are also talking about a virtual option. Keep an eye on your mailbox for details regarding our annual meeting and banquet. You may have even received your invite (since I write these about a month in advance). I really hope to see you there! But this article is more than just informing you about our annual meeting and banquet. I want to let you all know about how you can do more for the Wisconsin Potato Growers Auxiliary. We have spots opening on our board this year, so this is your cue to come join us. By becoming involved and sitting on the Board, you can help us spread the word that Wisconsin grows great potatoes and educate consumers | Volume 73 No. $22/year | $2/copy
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By becoming involved in the Wisconsin Potato Growers Auxiliary and sitting on the Board, you can help spread the word that Wisconsin grows great potatoes and educate consumers and children about where their food comes from. In this image, area students visit the Spudmobile to learn about potatoes, varieties, and how they are grown and prepared for meals.
and children about where their food comes from. There are many reasons to join our board, but your voice needs to be heard. Where would you personally love to see us spend our time, money and energy? By joining us on the Board, you can help direct where we focus. Your time donation will help our industry continue to grow. You will
also be surrounded by women who have a desire to see our industry succeed, educate people about potatoes and who love to have a good time! So, will you step up? Will you help us out? Can we count on you? I personally cannot wait to see you join us! Until next time,
Devin
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