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.
| 27th of September | Saturday | Producer Day at Arlington Ag Research Public Events Facility |
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| TIME | AGENDA ITEM | SPEAKER | 09:15 - 09:30 AM | Opening speech |
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| 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 |
| 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. |