WEST ALLIS — Wisconsin’s dairy industry took center stage Aug. 13 as dairy manufacturers, supporters and enthusiasts gathered at the Saz’s Hospitality Pavilion at Wisconsin State Fair Park for the annual Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction and the announcement of the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair Grand Master Cheesemaker.
This year’s top honor went to Joshua Henning of Henning Cheese in Kiel, whose 18-month traditional waxed cheddar claimed the Grand Master Cheesemaker title after earning a score of 99.175 in the aged cheddar class.
For Henning, the recognition was both rewarding and unexpected…