The Tanbark
The Tanbark - Something for Everyone!
The Tanbark, located in the Arena Building, is a full-service bar and restaurant that serves as the meeting place for attendees and exhibitors. Join us for a meal, Happy Hour, a nightly reception or an industry-hosted event!
Lunch: Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bar: Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - close
Happy Hours: Tuesday - Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Event Schedule
| Sunday, September 28 | ||
5:30 p.m. |
National Judging Contests Banquet *Ticket Required |
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| Monday, September 29 | ||
4:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest Awards and Auction |
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| Tuesday, September 30 | ||
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4:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Happy Hour Sponsored by: Cargill |
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| Wednesday, October 1 | ||
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8:00 - 11:30 a.m.
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CDCB Industry Meeting: Introducing the Next Genetic Tools Hosted by: Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding |
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4:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Happy Hour Sponsored by: BouMatic |
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6:00 p.m.
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*Ticket Required |
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| Thursday, October 2 | ||
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8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
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No-Feed, Successful Results: A New Era in Robotic Milking Hosted by: DeLaval |
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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
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Hosted by: U.S. Farm Report |
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4:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Happy Hour |
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6:00 p.m.
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Friday, October 3 |
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9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
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Becoming an Employer of Choice: Strategies for Hiring and Retention Hosted by: Dairy Girl Network and National Milk Producers Federation |
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World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest Awards and Auction
Monday, September 29, 2025, 4:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Hosted by: Wisconsin Dairy Products Association
Celebrate the best of the dairy industry at the World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest Awards and Auction. This exciting event recognizes the highest-quality dairy products from across North America, showcasing excellence in innovation, flavor, and craftsmanship.
Attendees will enjoy a dynamic awards ceremony followed by a live auction of first-place dairy products, with proceeds supporting student scholarships and dairy focused food security. Join us for an evening of recognition, networking, and world-class dairy.
CDCB Industry Meeting: Introducing the Next Genetic Tools
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Hosted by: Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding
The Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding will host its annual industry meeting at World Dairy Expo on Wednesday, October 1 in The Tanbark. The meeting features information on new genetic selection traits coming to the U.S. national evaluation system - Milking Speed, Calf Health, Hoof Health and Mobility, and Female Fertility. Producers and allied industry members are invited to learn more from topic experts, researchers, and producers. This meeting is free to attend, but registration is requested at https://uscdcb.com/event/2025-cdcb-industry-meeting.
No-Feed, Successful Results: A New Era of Robotic Milking
Thursday, October 2, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hosted by: DeLaval and Peggy Coffeen of Uplevel Dairy
Explore the next frontier in robotic milking—success without in-robot feed.
Join moderator Peggy Coffeen of Uplevel Dairy for a dynamic panel discussion featuring forward-thinking dairy farmers who are achieving strong results with no-feed systems, alongside the trusted consultants who help make it happen. Together, they’ll share real-world strategies, herd data, and firsthand insights into why—and how—this approach is delivering profitability and performance.
Whether you’re exploring automation, refining your existing setup, or simply curious about challenging traditional models, you’ll leave with practical ideas and a fresh perspective on what’s truly possible.
Discover why “no-feed” can mean smarter, simpler, and more successful robotic milking.
U.S. Farm Report LIVE!
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hosted by: U.S. Farm Report
Hosted by award-winning journalist Tyne Morgan, the U.S. Farm Report live taping on the Tanbark stage at World Dairy Expo will feature a lively conversation with several dairy experts, covering timely topics around markets, exports, the Farm Bill and much more. We will bring the TV experience to the live World Dairy Expo audience, giving attendees the opportunity to engage in the conversation and experience the production of a weekly TV program.
Becoming an Employer of Choice: Strategies for Hiring and Retention
Friday, October 3, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hosted by: Dairy Girl Network & National Young Cooperators Program
As workforce challenges continue to grow, dairy farms must do more than just fill open positions—they must become employers of choice. With a rising number of women pursuing careers in dairy, the need for safe and inclusive farm workplaces has never been more urgent.
Join the Dairy Girl Network and NMPF’s National Young Cooperators Program for a panel discussion focused on building better dairy workplaces. Learn how to expand your applicant pool, implement policies that drive satisfaction and retention, and create clear pathways for employees to thrive and grow in their roles. Panelists will share practical insights alongside real-world experience to help you cultivate a workplace where every team member can succeed.
