2024 Daily Schedule

Sponsored by: Ever.Ag

Official: Mandi Bue, Freedom, Wis.
Associate: John Erbsen, Lanark, Ill.

Join fellow participants at 5:30 p.m. for a reception with dinner to follow at 6:30 p.m.

Official: Ryan Krohlow, Poynette, Wis.
Associate: Jean Philippe-Charest, Saint-Alexandre, Quebec, Canada

Official: Brandon Ferry, Hilbert, Wis.
Associate: Michelle Upchurch, Hebron, Ill.

Official: Chris Lahmers, Marysville, Ohio
Associate: Mike Maier, Stitzer, Wis.

Official: Ryan Krohlow, Poynette, Wis.
Associate: Jean Philippe-Charest, Saint-Alexandre, Quebec, Canada

Official: Chris Lahmers, Marysville, Ohio
Associate: Mike Maier, Stitzer, Wis.

Join Compeer Financial and Peggy Coffeen, host of the popular UpLevel Dairy podcast, for this interactive session that will tackle the challenges and opportunities of transition planning head-on, featuring insights from experienced, multi-generational dairy farmers, financial experts, and legal professionals.

Panelists: Katelyn Allen, Hoard’s Dairyman; Alex Decker, BouMatic; Lauren Hendel, Select Sires, Inc.
Moderator: Katrina Hoesly, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin

Milk Sustainability Center - Driving to Productivity and Sustainability
Sponsoring Company: John Deere

Schoepp Farms, LLC - Lodi, Wis.

Presenters: Wisconsin State FFA Officer Team Members

Moving Ahead of Digital Dermatitis with Systematic Prevention and Control
Presenting Company: Diamond V

Threats to the Agriculture Sector
Sponsoring Company: Federal Bureau of Investigation

What Do You Know? College Trivia Game - Win prizes while you learn about college-going!
Sponsored by: College for Rural Wisconsin

Speaker: Sandy Larson, Larson Acres

College Is for Students Like You: Rural College Student Panel
Sponsored by: College for Rural Wisconsin

“Supporting Producers, Safeguarding Cows”
Sponsoring Company: USDA APHIS Veterinary Services

Learn What it Takes to Help Your Students Succeed: Mock Admissions Application Review
Sponsored by: College for Rural Wisconsin

Nutritional Enhancements on Forages Using Biologicals
Presenting Company: Masters Choice

Panelistas: Caitlin Cramer, Calf and Heifer Manager & HR and Animal Welfare Coordinator, Legacy Farms, LP; Rosario Ibarra, General Manager, Grotegut Dairy Farm, Inc.; Alison Pfau, M.S., Bilingual Regional Dairy Educator, UW-Madison Division of Extension

Official: Phillip Topp, Botkins, Ohio
Associate: Kaleb Kruse, Dyersville, Iowa

Using 3D Camera Technology to Accurately Measure Body Reserves, Growth, and Locomotion in Dairy Cattle
Sponsoring Company: Dellait, LLC

New this year, Expo will host nightly attendee appreciation events directly within its Trade Show. Be on the lookout for these events in the Exhibition Hall, Trade Center and Coliseum. Complimentary snacks and beer samplings will be provided!

Electrical Monitoring and Prevention for Dairy Farms
Sponsoring Company: PrevTech Innovations

Enjoy free beer and snacks during Happy Hour at The Tanbark, sponsored by Merck Animal Health!

Sponsored by Hoard's Dairyman and World Dairy Expo

**For Commercial Exhibitors only

Official: Lynn Harbaugh, Marion, Wis.
Associate: Herby Lutz, Chester, S.C.

Official: Phillip Topp, Botkins, Ohio
Associate: Kaleb Kruse, Dyersville, Iowa

The Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding will once again host its annual Industry Meeting for dairy producers and those involved in the US genetic evaluation system at World Dairy Expo. This year's event focuses on the integrated value of the framework supported by CDCB including DHI, dairy records processing centers, NAAB, PDCA and genomic nominators. Everyone is invited to learn more about the system that provides the dairy industry with genetic and genomic evaluations and the research being conducted on future genetic selection traits.

A New Approach to Mitigating Mycotoxins
Sponsoring Company: Arm & Hammer Animal Nutrition

Making Hay the Western Way
David Hinman, Producer, Hardrock Farms, Wheatland, Wyo.

McCarty Family Farms (MVP Dairy, LLC) - Rexford, Kan.
Sponsored by: DeLaval

A Bright Future Can Start in a Blink: See the Power of SenseHub Dairy Youngstock
Sponsoring Company: Merck Animal Health

Getting the Most Out of Your Embryo and Genetic Program with Technology
Sponsoring Company: VAS

Since 2022, Professor Bradley J. Heins (University of Minnesota), Extension Specialist in dairy management, has been trialing OZOLEAMAST in the Uni dairy herd in Morris (MN). This non-withhold animal device for intra-mammary use has proved to be effective for lowering high SCC in chronical cows, and for allowing steady SCC levels in the first months after calving when used at dry-off. OZOLEA will introduce the product, and then will give the floor to Professor Heins, presenting results of his independent research on the product, with new insights on the most recent work at dry-off.

Speaker: Kim Stackhouse-Lawson, Ph. D., AgNext and Colorado State University

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a part of a live TV audience? This is your chance to experience it first-hand while also learning about key topics impacting the dairy industry. Join host Tyne Morgan for a live TV taping of the US Farm Report, featuring a panel discussion on dairy markets, trends and news. Bring your questions!

Lifecycle Feeding of Probiotics: Supporting the Transition Cow
Sponsoring Company: Novonesis

Alfalfa Persistence is Profit
Scott Newell, Alfalfa Outreach Specialist, Crops and Soils Division of Extension, UW–Madison, Madison, Wis.

Find the Next Bump in Your Paycheck
Sponsoring Company: Novus International, Inc.

Official: Kevin Doeberiener, West Salem, Ohio
Associate: Adam Hodgins, Kindcardine, Ontario, Canada

Juan Quezada, Director de Capacitación y Desarrollo, Milk Source, LLC

High Sand Reclamation: What Sand Type Works Best
Sponsoring Company: McLanahan Corporation

New this year, Expo will host nightly attendee appreciation events directly within its Trade Show. Be on the lookout for these events in the Exhibition Hall, Trade Center and Coliseum. Complimentary snacks and beer samplings will be provided!

NEW SERVICE: Antibody Specificity Testing | Helping the Dairy Industry to Start Calves Right
Sponsoring Company: Arkion Life Sciences, LLC

Enjoy free beer and snacks during Happy Hour at The Tanbark, sponsored by BouMatic!

Join us in celebrating the 2024 Recognition Award honorees. A social hour will be held in The Tanbark beginning at 6:00 p.m. with dinner served at 7:00 p.m.

*Tickets are required for this banquet

Official: Kevin Doeberiener, West Salem, Ohio
Associate: Adam Hodgins, Kindcardine, Ontario, Canada

Official: Lynn Harbaugh, Marion, Wis.
Associate: Herby Lutz, Chester, S.C.

There are bright spots on the horizon for improved global dairy prices, but farmers around the world are not awash in profitability as margin challenges persist in 2024. Join the RaboResearch Global Dairy team for an in-depth discussion on global and U.S. trends influencing dairy markets and prices.

Hosted by the National Young Cooperators Program

Exporters, breeders, veterinarians, and freight providers are invited to an Exporters Workshop at World Dairy Expo. Covering the global dairy outlook, export protocols, certification, financing, and order fulfillment, this event will feature experts from University of Wisconsin-Madison, USDA-APHIS, Export-Import Bank, and Livestock Exporters Association of the USA (LEA).

This event is free, but registration is required. Visit https://forms.office.com/g/ws9nZdCJTW to register.

A New Approach to Mitigating Mycotoxins
Sponsoring Company: Arm & Hammer Animal Nutrition

What is New in Alfalfa Production Systems?
Marta Moura Kohmann, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences, College of Agricultural and Life Science, UW–Madison, Madison, Wis.

Vandoske Dairy Farms - Cleveland, Wis.
Sponsor: Compeer Financial

Optimizing Dairy Efficiency with Artificial Intelligence
Sponsoring Company: DeLaval, Inc.

Hosted by the National Dairy FARM Program

Sports Cars vs. Farm Trucks: Maintaining Cows like the Top Performers They Are
Sponsoring Company: Novus International, Inc.

Speaker: Monica Kramer McConkey, LPC, Eyes on the Horizon Consulting, LLC

Lifecycle Feeding of Probiotics: Supporting the Transition Cow
Sponsoring Company: Novonesis

The International Producer Symposium will provide information on dairy business profitability for global dairy producers.

Dr. Fricke will present “Building a Foundational Repro Program.” The session is focused on reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle, applying knowledge gained through scientific research, developing practical management strategies, and assessing new reproductive technologies.

Dr. Ruegg’s specialty is mastitis and milk quality, specifically bridging the gap between research and practical applications on dairy farms. Her session, “Gaining a Competitive Edge in Milk Quality,” will share expertise gained from travel to dairy farms around the world.

The event is free with World Dairy Expo admission, but seating is limited. Visit https://forms.office.com/g/YyYTQXY4BP to register.

Hosted by the National Milk Producers Federation

Official: Jamie Black, Batavia, N.Y.
Associate: Aaron Eaton, Marietta, N.Y.

MILK 2024 - a tool to predict energy value of corn silage
Luiz Ferrareto, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist – Ruminant Nutrition, Animal and Dairy Science, UW–Madison, Madison, Wis.

Unleash the Power of Your Dairy Farm Data
Sponsoring Company: Connecterra

Noa Román-Muñiz, DVM, MS, Profesora, Universidad Estatal de Colorado

CowManager is proud to introduce its newest innovations at World Dairy Expo. Ten years ago, CowManager was the first ear sensor to monitoring cows in the US and we are now introducing the next generation in cow monitoring.

Media and expo attendees are invited for a presentation from American Farm Bureau economist Danny
Munch at 2:30 and drop-in interview opportunities with producers and grassroots organization leaders between 2:00 and 4:00

Microencapsulated Probiotics: Efficient and Environmentally Sustainable Alternative that Enhance Milk Production
Sponsoring Company: BIALTEC

New this year, Expo will host nightly attendee appreciation events directly within its Trade Show. Be on the lookout for these events in the Exhibition Hall, Trade Center and Coliseum. Complimentary snacks and beer samplings will be provided!

"Making the Most of Your Farm Income Potential"
Sponsoring Company: AgMarket.Net, the Farm Division of John Stewart & Associates

Enjoy free beer and snacks during Happy Hour at The Tanbark, sponsored by Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health!

**For International Attendees and Commercial Exhibitors only

A reception for UWRF alumni to reconnect with one another and the UWRF College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. The Dean of the College will be present along with several faculty members. Refreshments will be provided.

*time subject to change (begins immediately following the selection of Junior Champion for the International Holstein Show)

Official: Jamie Black, Batavia, N.Y.
Associate: Aaron Eaton, Marietta, N.Y.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is proud to host the Global Dairy Summit at World Dairy Expo in Madison on Friday, October 4 from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. The Global Dairy Summit will provide insight into the dairy economy, consider the industry outlook, and highlight potential marketing opportunities. This event will include presentations from global dairy leaders followed by a moderated discussion responding to questions from the audience. DATCP invites farmers, processors, businesses, and global industry stakeholders to attend.

“Low-Cost Manure Separation for In-Season Application”
Speaker: Kurt Grimm, Research & Development, NutraDrip Irrigation
Presenting Company: NutraDrip Irrigation Systems

Methane, Brix, and Interseeding: What is New in Dairy Grazing Research?
Kathy Soder, Res. Animal Scientist, USDA-ARS-Pasture Systems and Watershed Management Research Unit, University Park, Penn.

Woldt Farms LLC - Brillion, Wis.
Sponsor: Complete Management Consulting LLC

“Exporting Doesn't Need to Be Hard with EXIM”
Speaker: Michael Dwiggins, Lending Account Manager, Export-Import Bank of the United States
Presenting Company: Export-Import Bank of the United States

Speaker: Matt Lucy, Ph.D., University of Missouri

Join the Dairy Girl Network and NMPF’s National Young Cooperators Program for an engaging panel discussion with women leaders who are at the forefront of advancing U.S. dairy. This session will explore the unique challenges and opportunities women encounter across all levels of the dairy supply chain, from local farms to global markets. Panelists will share insights on how different countries are fostering women's leadership in the industry, highlighting success stories and lessons learned from around the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how women are transforming dairy worldwide and contributing to its future growth and sustainability.

Precision milking research on automatic milking systems and associated animal productivity and health
Elizabeth French, Res. Animal Scientist, Dairy Forage Research Unit, Madison, Wis.

Carolina Pinzón, MS, Especialista bilingüe en extensión en productos lácteos, Universidad de Wisconsin-Madison, División de Extensión