As Wisconsin’s 79th agriculture ambassador, Anastasia Poull’s goal is to educate audiences about the importance of Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture industry, how it impacts our daily lives, and the $116.3 billion economic impact it has on the state’s economy.
Poull earned three bachelor’s degrees in animal science, agricultural leadership, and agricultural science (May 2023), as well as her Master of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (May 2025) from South Dakota State University. She was actively involved with organizations such as the Wool Judging Team, Little International, and the Animal Science Graduate Student Association. Internships with UW-Extension, Red Line Dairy, URUS, and the National Association of Farm Broadcasting supported the transition to her professional career at home in Wisconsin.
Growing up in Port Washington, Wisconsin, Poull’s interest in agriculture began on her grandparents' dairy farm in Belgium, Wisconsin. Through 4-H animal projects and educational opportunities, including leadership development and national team contests, she gained valuable professional skills. She is committed to improving agricultural literacy and bridging the gap between producers and consumers through engaging communication.
“The role of Alice in Dairyland is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to advocate for Wisconsin's abundant agriculture industry," said Poull. “I look forward to connecting with a wide variety of people to share more about this dynamic industry and the hardworking individuals who make it possible."
Alice in Dairyland is a one-year, full-time public relations professional employed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). Each year, Alice in Dairyland travels more than 40,000 miles promoting Wisconsin agriculture, as authorized by Wis. Stat. § 93.07(3), 93.40(1)(e), and 93.44(1)). Alice in Dairyland conducts hundreds of media interviews, speeches, and school presentations in her position.
For more information about inviting Alice in Dairyland to your event, the 79th Alice in Dairyland Finals in Marathon County, and the rest of the Alice in Dairyland program, visit www.aliceindairyland.com and follow Alice online on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.