2024 Legislator of the Year

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Milk Producers Association today announced its 2024 Legislator of the Year, Senator Nick Frentz (18, DFL).

The award was presented at Annexstad Dairy Farm in Nicollet County in September. The association will formally recognize Senator Frentz during its annual Dairy Dinner banquet on the evening of February 4, 2025, in St. Paul, followed by the annual Dairy Day at the Capitol on February 5.

“It was an honor to host Sen. Frentz at our farm,” dairy farmer Jean Annexstad, co-owner of Annexstad Dairy Farm, said. “We appreciate his work supporting farms like ours. It is good to know we have an advocate in St. Paul.”

Sen. Frentz has demonstrated his alignment with policies positively impacting Minnesota’s dairy community and remains curious about the issues impacting farms. His support for scientifically sound initiatives is essential to the state’s farmers who are prioritizing environmental efforts. He is also aware of issues impacting employers, especially in regard to how taxes and fees affect businesses like dairy farming.

“I’m honored to accept this award from Minnesota Milk as their 2024 Legislator of the Year,” Sen. Frentz said. “It’s a privilege to advocate for all Minnesota farmers – including dairy farmers – that help make us a very proud agricultural state. I look forward to continuing to build those partnerships at the Capitol.”

Minnesota Milk applauds influential legislators with this annual award as a token of appreciation for their commitment and support to the state’s farming community.

“We’re proud to recognize Sen. Frentz with this award,” Minnesota Milk’s board president Garrett Luthens said. “We appreciate his continued efforts to improve and support agriculture throughout the state.”