By Blake Jackson
The cost of raising dairy heifers has risen sharply in recent years, placing added pressure on farm profitability throughout Wisconsin’s dairy sector. Understanding these expenses and how they compare with those of similar operations is becoming increasingly important for making sound management decisions.
To help address this challenge, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Dairy Program is introducing a new outreach initiative focused on evaluating the true cost of raising replacement heifers.
As part of this effort, Dairy Program educators will offer free, confidential financial analyses to participating dairy farms in Wisconsin and neighboring states. These on-farm reviews are designed to give producers a clearer picture of where costs are occurring and identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
Farmers who take part will meet directly with a UW-Madison Extension dairy educator or outreach specialist who will guide them through the process.
Producers interested in participating can request a visit by completing a short form online. After the form is submitted, a member of the UW-Madison Extension Dairy Team will follow up to arrange a convenient time to complete the survey together.
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Categories: Wisconsin, Livestock