Two Sheboygan County Cheesemakers Earn Master Status at April 16 Wisconsin Ceremony
Sheboygan County, WI April 21, 2026. Two Sheboygan County cheese industry leaders are earning statewide recognition after being named 2026 Wisconsin Master Cheesemakers during a ceremony held April 16 at CheeseExpo in Milwaukee.
Erin Radtke of Sartori in Plymouth and Tim Entringer of Sargento’s St. Cloud facility were among this year’s honorees, according to local reporting by Seehafer News and event information from CheeseExpo.
Recognized at CheeseExpo in Milwaukee
The recognition took place April 16 during CheeseExpo 2026, a major industry gathering that brings together cheesemakers, dairy processors, and suppliers from across the state and beyond. The event is organized in part by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA).
For Sheboygan County, the announcement places two local professionals among an elite group of cheesemakers recognized for excellence in their craft.
What Master Cheesemaker Status Means
The Master Cheesemaker designation is awarded through a program coordinated by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association. To qualify, cheesemakers must hold a Wisconsin cheesemaker’s license for at least 10 years and complete advanced education and training specific to the types of cheese they produce.
The program is widely viewed within the dairy industry as a mark of technical expertise, product knowledge, and long-term commitment to quality. Earning the title reflects years of hands-on experience and continued professional development.
A Win for Plymouth, St. Cloud, and the County’s Dairy Legacy
Radtke’s work with Sartori in Plymouth reinforces the city’s long-standing identity as the “Cheese Capital of the World.” Sartori remains one of the region’s best-known cheese producers, with deep roots in the local economy and workforce.
Entringer’s recognition at Sargento’s St. Cloud facility also highlights the strength of dairy manufacturing in northern Sheboygan County. Sargento is a major employer in the area and a nationally recognized brand built on Wisconsin cheese expertise.
Together, the honors underscore Sheboygan County’s continued leadership in dairy production and food manufacturing — industries that support local jobs, family farms, and related businesses across the region.
For residents, it’s another reminder that products crafted right here in Plymouth and St. Cloud are being shaped by some of the most highly trained cheesemakers in Wisconsin.
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