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Dairy News
Badger Dairy Camp returns to UW-Madison in July
The return of Badger Dairy Camp to the University of Wisconsin campus from July 9-12, 2026
UW-Madison Extension to offer free financial analysis for Dairy Farmers
To support producers, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension Dairy Program is launching a new outreach effort to help farms accurately determine the cost of raising replacement animals.
Milk Quality Certification Program Strengthens On-Farm Training to Prevent Mastitis
The Milk Quality from the Udder World certification program focuses on practical skills, clear communication, and consistency in the milking routine.
Bilingual Dairy Worker Newsletter Celebrates First Year
This workshop provides information and techniques to boost your confidence in preparing the cow for calving, obstetric techniques and newborn calf care.
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Latest Dairy Articles
Nuts and Bolts of Dairy Ventilation: Interactive Calculators for Ventilation Design
Free online tools help dairy farmers design mechanical ventilation systems, compare fan efficiency, and estimate long-term energy costs.
Heat Abatement Investment Scouter: A New Decision-Support Tool for Dairy Heat Stress Management
Heat stress can reduce milk production and hurt cow health. The Heat Abatement Investment Scouter from UW–Madison Extension helps dairy farmers compare the cost of cooling upgrades with potential milk losses. This tool supports smarter decisions that improve cow comfort and farm profitability.
▶️ Watch: Virtual Fence Meets Pasture Nutrition for Maximum Productivity
Well‑managed pastures can deliver highly digestible, protein‑rich forage. Pasture alone rarely provides a perfectly balanced diet, especially for high‑producing dairy cows. Join us to hear from a dairy farmer using virtual fencing on his dairy heifers, research done on performance of heifers raised on pasture and in confinement operations, and how to get the most out of pastures to raise our dairy animals.