Calf care managers, calf feeders, and dairy team members can learn the latest research and management practices for raising robust, healthy calves at the 2023 PDPW Calf Care Connection® workshops. The workshops will be held on October 17, 18, and 19, and will feature three breakout sessions facilitated by leading experts, followed by lunch and two farm tours.
The morning sessions will focus on using data to optimize calf growth, unleashing the power of colostrum, and tools and strategies to make the most of a calf's first 24 hours. Session facilitators will include Dr. Noah Litherland, PhD, dairy technical specialist for Vita Plus; Dr. Sylvia Kehoe, PhD, professor of dairy science at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls; and Dr. Ryan Breuer, DVM, DACVIM-LAIM, diagnostic case and outreach coordinator at the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and clinical assistant professor at UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine.
The afternoon farm tours will give attendees the opportunity to see the latest calf care practices in action. The tours will be held at two progressive dairies in each location.
The workshops will be held in Arlington, Kewaunee, and Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Registration is now open.
Learn more about the Calf Care Connection and register your team by visiting www.pdpw.org or contacting PDPW at 800-947-7379.
About PDPW
The Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities and resources for dairy producers in Wisconsin. PDPW is committed to helping dairy producers improve their profitability, sustainability, and quality of life.
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