Dan Miller

EDUCATION

Masters Agricultural University of Minnesota St. Paul BS University of Wisconsin. River Falls Animal Science Farm Business Management & Agricultural Business. Played Football and in Choir. Leroy-Ostrander High School Captain of Football team and basketball

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Education

Masters – Agricultural University of Minnesota, St. Paul.

BS – University of Wisconsin, River Falls
(Animal Science, Farm Business Management & Agricultural Business)
Played Football and participated in Choir.

Leroy-Ostrander High School – Captain of Football Team and Basketball.

EXPERIENCE

Farmer

1300 acres of Corn, Soybeans, Alfalfa, Beef and Dairy with 3 of 6 adult children. Employer/Supervisor. Direct market beef to consumers.

Agri-Tourism Owner

Own and manage 5 Airbnb and VRBO listings and events.

Business Consultant

Consulting in marketing, finance, accounting, tax management and business planning.

College Instructor

Farm Business Management – Riverland Community College & Fergus Falls MN.

Agricultural Educator

University of Wisconsin & Extension Educator – Economic Development, University of Minnesota.

Additional Roles

High School Agriculture Instructor, FFA Advisor, and Commercial Semi Truck Driver (CDL).

PROVEN LEADERSHIP

CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARMER

  • Served on MN Dept of Ag Organic Advisory Committee
  • Fillmore County Conservation Farmer of the Year
  • Member, Fillmore County Beef Producers Board
  • Member, Minnesota Farm Bureau and MDA Water Quality Certified Farm
  • Minnesota Farmers Union elected Delegate
  • Elected District Director for Minnesota Agricultural Educators Association
  • Served as President of Minnesota Dairy Advisors
  • President, Southeastern Minnesota Chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association
  • State Board member of the Minnesota Sustainable Farming Association

FAMILY / COMMUNITY

  • Father who raised 6 kids now in their twenties who live in SEMN
  • Coached youth softball / soccer
  • Serve as court-appointed guardian for my special needs daughter
  • I hold a Permit to Carry (2nd™ Amendment supporter)
  • Sunday School Teacher
  • 4-H Adult Leader
  • Member of St. John’s Lutheran Church
  • Authored pro-life resolutions
  • Born in SEMN Senate District 26 and lifelong resident
  • Licensed Private Pilot

PRIORITIES

  • FRAUD — Claw back money stolen from taxpayers and enhance oversight. Common sense values and budget priorities.
  • JOBS — I have worked in economic development with the University/Bremer Bank Foundation. We need to keep high-paying jobs here and attract more.
  • TAX CUT — Reduce state spending and waste. Common sense spending.
  • FARM/BUSINESS — As a farmer and business consultant I know what it will take to protect our farms and small businesses and enhance profitability.
  • PROTECT LIFE — Protect the unborn, special needs folks like my daughter, and the elderly that need our help and care. All life is precious.
  • LAW AND ORDER — Support law enforcement and veterans and reduce crime/anarchy. I have employed several veterans.
  • EDUCATION — I have taught High School, University, and Community College. We need to help our students prepare for the jobs of tomorrow.
  • HEALTHCARE — Affordable and accessible. We are a healthcare hub in SEMN.
  • DEI — Cut discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices. Merit only.

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