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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
Save a cow, save a calf workshops set for April
Learn about calving, cow nutrition, colostrum management, and more.
Field to Feed Workshop: Agronomy and Nutrition Considerations for Corn and Soybean
This program is designed to bridge the gap between agronomy and animal nutrition for dairy farmers and consultants
VITAL (Valuably Informed Thriving Agriculture Leader) Meeting set for March 6th
VITAL – Valuably Informed Thriving Agriculture Leader, is an educational meeting designed to enhance learning on topics related to production agriculture, with an emphasis on the dairy sector.
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Free Educational Dairy Webinars
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Latest Dairy Articles
▶️ 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.
Feeding Supplemental Fat to Dairy Cattle
Feeding Supplemental Fat to Dairy Cattle Why are Fatty Acid Profiles Important to Dairy Cows? Common Supplemental Fatty Acids Fed to Dairy Cattle What about Omega Fatty Acids for Dairy Cows? Feeding Recommendations Targeted Fat Feeding Summary Reviewed by: Jackie McCarville and Manuel Pena Fat is a common, energy-dense nutrient for dairy cattle. While many ration ingredients contribute to the fat content of the diet, feeding supplemental sources of fatty acids […]
A Smarter Approach to Mastitis Treatment for Modern Dairy Farms
Today, antimicrobial stewardship is no longer just a buzzword. It is a critical part of modern dairy herd management.