Hagenow, Bob

Bob Hagenow

4-H Dairy Volunteer

Bob Hagenow grew up on a dairy farm in Manitowoc County participating in many 4-H and FFA programs including dairy judging. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating with a Dairy Science Degree in 1985. The 4-H program has been an area where Bob
has invested a lot of energy. He financially
and was board president of the Wisconsin 4-H Dairy Fund. He coached many dairy judging teams to success and regularly volunteers as an official for student contests. He has judged dairy shows in well over half of Wisconsin counties.
4-H was very formative to the development of Bob’s leadership skills and ability to work with many different people, skills he has used throughout his lifetime.
Throughout his career, Bob has placed a high value on volunteering and giving back to the community. He currently serves as secretary/treasurer of World Dairy Expo. He volunteers at dairy promotion events such as Cows on the Concourse in Madison and numerous dairy breakfasts. Bob has helped the local Columbia County 4-H dairy program, and several other counties, as a coach and mentor. He is President of the Rio Community Board of Education and serves his local church in numerous capacities.