Congratulations are in order for Karrisa Brobst, Medina, N.D. who was crowned North Dakota Dairy Princess on July 25. Karrisa is the 20-year-old daughter of Becky Brobst and is attending North Dakota State University, studying animal production business.
As North Dakota Dairy Princess, Brobst will serve as the official goodwill ambassador for North Dakota’s dairy industry representing more than 300 dairy farmers. During her year-long reign, the North Dakota Dairy Princess will take part in numerous public appearances, promotional events, and media interviews.
Three county dairy princesses competed for the title. Ashley Kohler, Benedict, and Kortney Johnson, Stanton, were named runners-up. Kohler’s parents are Gary and Julie Kohler. Johnson’s parents are Ole and Jessica Johnson. All three candidates received scholarships from the North Dakota Milk Producers and the North Dakota Friends of the Dairymen.
North Dakota Dairy Princess candidates are judged on their general knowledge of the dairy industry, communication skills, personality and enthusiasm for dairy promotion. The Midwest Dairy Association-North Dakota Division sponsors the North Dakota Dairy Princess program. The contest is in its sixty-first year.