Producer Day at Arlington Ag Research Public Events Facility | 27th of September 2025








Join us for an immersive, hands-on day dedicated to the latest advancements in calf rearing. Producer Day will feature expert insights on colostrum and milk nutrition, practical strategies for pair and group housing, and key factors for successful autofeeder management—including facilities, personnel, health protocols, and feeding plans. The day will conclude with a tour of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s new calf barn and calf rail, offering a firsthand look at innovative housing and feeding systems. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and see cutting-edge calf-rearing practices in action!

2.25 CE Credits Approved

Dairy producers can earn continuing education credits while learning practical tools for better calf rearing.

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27th of September | Saturday | Producer Day at Arlington Ag Research Public Events Facility
TIME
 AGENDA ITEM
 SPEAKER
09:15 – 09:30 AM Opening speech
09:30 – 10:00 AM New concepts in colostrum and milk nutrition Dr. Michael Steele | University of Guelph
10:00 – 10:30 AM Putting our heads together: Practical strategies for successful pair or group housing Dr. Jennifer Van Os | University of Wisconsin-Madison
10:30 – 11:00 AM Coffee Break
11:00 – 11:30 AM Health Dr. Terri Ollivett | University of Wisconsin-Madison
11:30 – 12:00 AM Keys to success with the autofeeder system: Facilites Personnel Health Protocols and Feeding plans Dr. João Costa | University of Vermont & Dr. Melissa Cantor | Penn State University
12:00 – 13:30 PM Lunch Break
01:30 – 01:45 PM Calf Rearing in the Midwest: Innovation, Obstacles, and Opportunities Dr. Bethany Dado Senn | Vita Plus
01:45 – 02:30 PM Producer Panel
02:30 – 04:00 PM Next-Level Calf Rearing: Barn Tour & Automated Feeding Insights Dr. Lautaro Rostoll Cangiano University of Wisconsin-Madison & Jan Ziemerink Förster-Technik North America Inc.


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Producer Day Registration

 Registration for Producer Day ends on September 22.

Subject to change.