Catherine Merlo
This Way, Please
Dan Bentz, parking director at the Alliant Energy Center, waves in arriving exhibitors at World Dairy Expo Monday. Bentz estimates that by the end of the day he will have waved in 2,000 people.
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Expo Exercise
A day before judging starts, two young showring hopefuls take a stroll.
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Autumn Flowers
A florist's shop does a brisk business Monday, selling flowers to exhibitors to brighten up their booths.
Catherine Merlo
26,000 More Square Feet
New this year, the New Holland Trade Center is the biggest commercial space addition to Expo since 1995.
Catherine Merlo
Almost Ready for Business
Pleased with the better traffic flow for their La Belle Colostrum exhibit in the New Holland Trade Center, Mary Reitzema (left), Gregg Whitley and Sarah Whitley set up shop on Monday.
Catherine Merlo
Double the Space
Michael Pawlak of Zurex Pharmagra is doubling his Expo exhibit space this year, thanks to the New Holland Trade Center.
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Cow Salon
Indiana's Jordan Eby clips his Jersey to prepare her for her showring appearance Tuesday morning.
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Barn Grooming
Cows aren't the only ones whose looks matter in the showring. Maranda Stookey gives younger brother Jordan a haircut in one of Expo's barns. Jordan will show three cows this week in the Coliseum.
Catherine Merlo
On the Floor Today, On the Wall Tomorrow
It's hard work setting up all the pieces for a five-day appearance in the Exhibition Hall
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World Dairy Expo Souvenir
Annette Ziegler (left) shows off one of the new sweatshirts that will go on sale in the Purple Cow gift shop on Tuesday.
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Expo Debut
Vermont dairy producer Nathan Audet will make his first-ever appearance in the Expo show ring this week.
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Savoring the Taste
Ohio visitors (from left) Allison Specht, sister Annie Specht and young cousin Victoria Deam are one of the first to enjoy the popular grilled cheese sandwiches and milkshakes. "We had to teach Victoria what Expo's all about," says Allison.
Catherine Merlo
The Cameraderie Begins
Friends and family build strong bonds during the five days of World Dairy Expo.