Dairy signal offers timely tips for dairy producers

Monday, May 6, 2024

Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) flagship program, The Dairy Signal, continues its commitment to providing dairy producers and industry professionals with timely and relevant educational resources. This week's lineup tackles critical aspects of farm management, focusing on animal care, feed optimization, and market outlooks.

Tuesday's episode delves into the safe and humane handling of down cows. Dr. Kurt Vogel, Director of the Humane Handling Institute and Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, will lead the session, prioritizing the well-being of both animals and personnel.
On Wednesday, Dr. Rick Grant, Trustee of the William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, will present strategies to optimize dry matter intake through effective feed management practices. Dry matter intake significantly impacts milk production and farm profitability, making this session highly valuable.
Thursday's program features market and export news with industry expert Ben Buckner, Chief Grains and Dairy Analyst at AgResource Company. This session will equip viewers with insights into current trends that can influence dairy farm decisions throughout the year.

The Dairy Signal episodes are accredited through Dairy AdvanCE, enabling dairy professionals to earn continuing education units (CEUs) by completing a brief online quiz for each episode. Dairy AdvanCE serves as a comprehensive online platform simplifying the management of CEUs for farmers and industry professionals alike. To learn more, visit www.DairyAdvance.org.

Free subscriptions are available for dairy farmers and students, while allied industry professionals can subscribe for a one-time fee of $75.

Airing live every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from noon to 1:00 PM CT, The Dairy Signal provides practical guidance and insights to help dairy producers navigate the dynamic dairy industry and achieve success. For more information, contact PDP at 800-947-7379 or send an email to mail@pdpw.org.

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