Veteran agriculture leader brings more than two decades of experience supporting Southeast dairy farmers

The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, has appointed Farrah Newberry as its new Chief Executive Officer. A respected executive with extensive experience in agriculture, Newberry has served The Dairy Alliance for the past four years, first as Vice President of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs and most recently as Interim CEO, providing strong leadership and strategic direction to advance the organization’s mission of supporting dairy farmers and promoting the nutritional and economic value of dairy across the Southeast.

“I am deeply honored to lead The Dairy Alliance and continue serving the Southeast’s dairy farm families,” said Newberry. “Our farmers’ dedication and resilience inspire me every day, and I look forward to building on our strong foundation to expand partnerships, elevate programs, and further strengthen the dairy community across our region.”

Before joining The Dairy Alliance, Newberry served as Executive Director of Georgia Milk Producers, Inc., where she led the organization for 22 years. In that role, she worked to educate dairy farmers and governing officials on key issues affecting Georgia’s dairy industry, including legislation, environmental regulations, animal health, and milk pricing. She also served as Executive Secretary of the Georgia Dairy Youth Foundation, helping expand educational opportunities and financial support for Georgia’s Dairy Youth Programs.

“For more than twenty years, Farrah has been a trusted advocate for Southeast dairy farmers and a leader in agriculture,” said Michael Ferguson, President of The Dairy Alliance Board of Directors. “Her experience, vision, and passion for the industry make her the ideal person to guide The Dairy Alliance forward as we continue championing the work of our farmers and the value of dairy in our communities.”

In addition, Newberry has served as President of the Board of Directors for the Agricultural Economics Association of Georgia, reinforcing her commitment to professional development and collaboration within the state’s agriculture sector. A University of Georgia graduate with a Bachelor of Science and Arts in Agricultural Communications, she also studied Agricultural Journalism at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. Her leadership has earned numerous honors, including the 2022 Distinguished Agriculture Steward Award from Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, the Larry Guthrie Award (2015 and 2022), and the 2017 Young Alumni Achievement Award from UGA’s College of Agriculture, along with a nomination for UGA’s 40 Under 40 Alumni Award.

With Newberry’s appointment, The Dairy Alliance Board of Directors expressed full confidence in her ability to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and advocacy for the region’s dairy community.

For more information about The Dairy Alliance, visit https://thedairyalliance.com, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @TheDairyAlliance.

About The Dairy Alliance

The Dairy Alliance is a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families of the Southeast. We work diligently with dairy farmers, schools, sports teams, health professionals, local organizations, state leaders, the media, and the public to promote dairy foods and knowledge about the dairy industry. Our efforts center in eight states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

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