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What was one question or comment that you received as a Princess Kay nalist from a consumer regarding the dairy industry? How did you address the question Kyla Mauk, 19 and educate them about daughter of Chris and Harlan Mauk Minnesota’s dairy Howard Lake, Wright County industry? One question commonly asked is, “Does chocolate milk come from brown cows?” I inform the consumer that, no, chocolate milk does not come from brown cows. It is important to inform them of the benets of drinking chocolate milk. Chocolate milk has the same nine essential nutrients as white milk and is a great refueling beverage after a workout. It has the perfect mixture of protein and carbohydrates to replenish exhausted muscles. What skills do you possess that would make you a great Princess Kay? I believe that my ability to connect with all kinds of people is a great skill that Princess Kay can have. I try my best to follow the motto, “seek rst to understand.” It is important to understand why people think the way that they do. I also believe that my skills in communication are a great t for Princess Kay. Through FFA and 4-H, I have had some great public speaking and communication training. I am condent in my ability to speak in front of large groups of people or have a one-on-one conversation. Tell us about a favorite dairy animal on the farm. When I was little, my favorite cow was No. 27. When I was little, I was not very creative so instead of a name, I just called her No. 27. I had the amazing opportunity to watch her be born and then grow up to be a high-producing milk cow that provided people with wholesome, nutritious milk. I remember going out to the barn every day just to see what my favorite cow was up to. She was a great cow that helped support our family farm. Parents: Why would your daughter make a good Princess Kay? Kyla would be a great Princess Kay because of her passion for dairy. She truly knows how to connect with everyone she comes in contact with. Her caring personality allows her to understand where other people’s views are coming from. Kyla is also a great communicator. She has spent a lot of time advocating for dairy and agriculture as a whole. She has always been one to set her goals high and work hard to achieve them.
What was one question or comment that you received as a Princess Kay nalist from a consumer regarding the dairy industry? How did you address the question and educate them about Maggie Mills, 18 Minnesota’s dairy daughter of Kent and Deborah Mills industry? The question I was asked is, “How do I Lake City, Goodhue County know that our milk has no antibiotics in it?” I answered by saying treated cows are milked separately from the rest of the herd and the milk is then discarded. This is one of the many ways dairy farmers make sure any milk that may contain antibiotics does not enter the retail milk supply. In the 48 hours that the milk leaves our farm to the time it arrives in your local store, it has gone through 17 safety and quality checks to ensure the milk you drink is safe. What skills do you possess that would make you a great Princess Kay? I have always loved talking with people. Throughout my life, I have immersed myself in various communication and leadership positions, such as acting as an FFA ofcer, serving on agricultural youth boards to 4-H, being a member of speech team and serving on the student council. From these experiences, I have acquired skills in written and oral communication, including facilitating group discussions and giving presentations. My strongest communication skill is listening with respect to what people have to say and sharing information that is relevant to them. My passion and dedication to serving dairy farmers and the dairy community are additional strengths I possess. Being able to effectively communicate with people and share my passion about the dairy community is the perfect combination. Tell us about a favorite dairy animal on the farm. On my family’s dairy farm, our herd consists primarily of Holsteins, but we also have a very special Brown Swiss. This cow, Lola, is now a permanent member of our fresh cow pen. Lola is a personable and friendly cow. She waits by the gate every morning and night while I feed our calves, waiting for me to give her a big hug. She has two daughters who are just like her, Mocha and Charlotte. Parents: Why would your daughter make a good Princess Kay? Maggie has a natural ability to see the good in everyone. She embraces people in general and seeks out opportunities to serve others. Maggie wholeheartedly believes in giving back to the dairy community that has done so much for her. She was raised and works on a dairy farm, and understands rsthand the commitment and dedication it takes to operate a dairy farm. Maggie’s passion to connect with people by sharing her dairy stories is something Maggie will continue to do throughout her life. Turn to PRINCESS KAY FINALISTS | Page 18
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