He was born and raised on a dairy farm in Idaho and has been involved in the dairy industry ever since. He graduated from Utah State University in 2000 with a degree in Dairy Science and Nutrition. Matt has worked as a dairy nutritionist and consultant for 24 years in the Northern Utah/Southeastern Idaho market. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. He and his wife Lena have five children and live in Cornish, Utah on their farm. Matt has served on many national and regional boards including the National Holstein Association and Dairy West. He currently serves as the Mayor of Cornish and enjoys serving in his church in many different capacities. Matt and his family own Whey-Mat Holsteins. Whey-Mat Holsteins has bred numerous national show winners and have been nominated for several All-American selections. They continue to show and merchandise elite cattle throughout the country.