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SUMMARY:2021 Iowa State Dairy Association Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Details\nDate: December 2nd\, 2021\nTime: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.\nLocation: Quality Inn & Suites\, 2601 East 13th Street\, Ames\, IA 50010 \nFood and beverage will be provided \nAgenda can be found online at https://adobe.ly/3BkOu7Y \nSpeakers\nAndy Scholting\, Nutrient Advisors\nSarina Sharp\, Navigating the Dairy Markets in Turbulent Times \nRegistration\nPlease fill out the form to register \nIf you have specific questions regarding the meeting\, please reach out to Mitch Schulte at mitchschulte@iowadairy.org or call 319-775-3451
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/2021-iowa-state-dairy-association-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Quality Inn & Suites Starlite Village Conference Center\, 2601 East 13th Street\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:Breakfast on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy & Agriculture Foundation for the 11th annual Breakfast on the Farm Saturday\, June 26\, 2021 from 8:30 am – Noon at Iowa’s Dairy Center located south of Calmar. We’ll be serving up a wholesome breakfast complete with Dad’s Belgian Waffles\, sausage and of course delicious dairy products including milk\, cheese\, yogurt and ice cream that’s all been locally produced and processed. There will be plenty of activities to keep you busy on the farm including: \n\nGuided tram tours around the farm\nHand milk a cow\nPetting zoo\nStory Time with the Dairy Princess\nCow inflatable\nCorn pools\nEducational exhibits\nAnd more!\n\nThis outdoor event will follow current CDC guidelines and guests are encouraged to wear masks and maintain social distance. Hand washing and sanitation stations will be available on-site. \nBreakfast on the Farm will be held rain or shine. Donations are accepted the day of and parking is available on-site. Visit our Facebook event for more information. See you there!
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/breakfast-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast on the Farm
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SUMMARY:Northeast Iowa Dairy & Agriculture Foundation Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy & Agriculture Foundation for the 2021 Annual Meeting on Friday\, March 26. The meeting will be held virtually starting at 10 a.m. The morning session will feature a variety of speakers discussing environmental stewardship followed by the annual meeting in the afternoon. \nChris Kopman\, general manager at Newtrient\, will provide insight on the Net Zero Initiative (NZI). NZI is an initiative led by the U.S. dairy industry to become carbon-neutral or better\, optimize water use and improve water quality by 2050. Additionally\, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will share the current state of agriculture in Iowa and a 2021 outlook. To wrap up the morning\, Kayla Lyon\, Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) director\, will share the latest conservation-related legislative updates as well as efficiencies made in DNR services to better assist the agricultural community. \nThe annual meeting will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will feature the business meeting and election of board members. \nAll interested in the Dairy & Agriculture Foundation and the event’s speakers are encouraged to join. Pre-registration is required to receive the webinar and meeting links. There is no cost to attend. The event is made possible by generous support from community sponsors.\nFor complete meeting details and registration\, visit http://iowadairycenter.com/farmers/annual-meeting.php.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/northeast-iowa-dairy-agriculture-foundation-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
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SUMMARY:7th Annual I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course
DESCRIPTION:The I-29 Moo University Collaboration will host the 7th annual Dairy Beef Short Course online\, March 23rd. This educational opportunity will be offered as a webinar rather than face-to-face due in 2021\, due to the COVID-19 situation. There will be a morning session from 10:00 a.m. to Noon (CST) with a lunch break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CST) followed by the afternoon session from 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. (CST). \nThe event is geared toward producers and industry involved in dairy beef production\, but it is open to the public. \n“The presenters at this year’s Dairy Beef Short Course are industry leaders who will provide insight into factors influencing dairy beef performance along with looking at the future of dairy beef production from a consumer lens and economic stand point\,” said Tracey Erickson\, SDSU Extension Dairy Field Specialist. “The Dairy Beef Short Course continues to be one of the premiere dairy beef events in North America and is held as a pre-educational event for the Central Plains Dairy Expo. We hope to be able to hold the event in its normal format in 2022\, said Tracey Erickson.” \nSchedule: \n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm. (CST) – Health Factors Affecting Animal Performance \n“The Role of Nutrition & Implants in Dairy Beef Health & Animal Performance” – Tara Felix\, Penn State\n“The Employee Influence on Dairy Beef Health & Performance” – Phil Durst\, MSU\nQuestion and Answer \n1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (CST) – The Future of Dairy Beef Production \n“Understanding what Influences your ROI” – Bill Halfman\, UW-Madison\n“Future Consumer Trends to Optimize Market Opportunities in Dairy Beef” – Lisa Scebbi\, JBS USA\nQuestion and Answer \nTo register for the event go to https://tinyurl.com/y8t3puur or utilize the QR code . For more information go to the I-29 Moo University webpage at https://dairy.unl.edu/i-29-moo-university . The registration fee is $25 and will be payable on-line. The links will be sent upon registration to the webinar. An electronic copy of the proceedings will also be emailed to participants at the conclusion of the webinar along with access to the recordings of the two sessions. The registration will remain open until March 22nd.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/7th-annual-i-29-moo-university-dairy-beef-short-course/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Boots in the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University Extension Dairy Team and Iowa Lakes Community College have teamed up to host Boots in the Barn\, a program for women beef and dairy producers.\nBoots in the Barn is a three-part series for women involved in a dairy or beef operation and/or industry and will be held at the Iowa Lakes Community College Farm in Emmetsburg. The sessions will be held Feb. 10\, Feb. 24 and March 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \n“We’ve had great success with [agriculture] programs designed specifically for women\,” said Jenn Bentley\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “Women often prefer to learn in small groups and with hands-on opportunities. They like to ask lots of questions of presenters without feeling intimidated… Programs designed for women alone are very effective.”\nThe Feb. 10 session will feature Dr. Caitlyn Messerschmidt\, veterinarian at Iowa State University. Dr. Messerschmidt will guide participants using Frosty (a life-size cow model)\, practicing putting chains on a calf to pull it and learning how to assist a cow in calving. Other topics include immediate calf care and colostrum. This session is sponsored in-part by a Professional Dairy Producers Foundation educational grant. \nOn Feb. 24\, ISU Extension and Outreach beef and dairy specialists and Iowa Lakes Community College instructors will lead participants in how to help calves nurse\, selecting colostrum products\, mixing milk replacers and how to wean calves from milk and start them on dry feed. Participants will view both maternal and calf housing.\nThe third session will be held on March 10 and cover health basics and how to determine whether an animal is healthy or unhealthy. Activities include handling medicines and vaccines\, giving injections\, safety in working cattle and two national programs\, Beef Quality Assurance and Farmers Assuring Responsible Management. These sessions will be led by ISU Extension and Outreach and Iowa Lakes Community College staff. \nThere is a $15 fee for this program and pre-registration is required. Register online at www.bit.ly/bootsinthebarn by Saturday\, Feb. 6\, at which time registration closes.\nFor more information on Boots in the Barn\, contact Fred Hall or Beth Doran at 712.737.4230.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/boots-in-the-barn-3/
LOCATION:Iowa Lakes Community College Farm\, Five miles west of Emmetsburg on U.S. Hwy. 18\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
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SUMMARY:Boots in the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University Extension Dairy Team and Iowa Lakes Community College have teamed up to host Boots in the Barn\, a program for women beef and dairy producers.\nBoots in the Barn is a three-part series for women involved in a dairy or beef operation and/or industry and will be held at the Iowa Lakes Community College Farm in Emmetsburg. The sessions will be held Feb. 10\, Feb. 24 and March 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \n“We’ve had great success with [agriculture] programs designed specifically for women\,” said Jenn Bentley\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “Women often prefer to learn in small groups and with hands-on opportunities. They like to ask lots of questions of presenters without feeling intimidated… Programs designed for women alone are very effective.”\nThe Feb. 10 session will feature Dr. Caitlyn Messerschmidt\, veterinarian at Iowa State University. Dr. Messerschmidt will guide participants using Frosty (a life-size cow model)\, practicing putting chains on a calf to pull it and learning how to assist a cow in calving. Other topics include immediate calf care and colostrum. This session is sponsored in-part by a Professional Dairy Producers Foundation educational grant. \nOn Feb. 24\, ISU Extension and Outreach beef and dairy specialists and Iowa Lakes Community College instructors will lead participants in how to help calves nurse\, selecting colostrum products\, mixing milk replacers and how to wean calves from milk and start them on dry feed. Participants will view both maternal and calf housing.\nThe third session will be held on March 10 and cover health basics and how to determine whether an animal is healthy or unhealthy. Activities include handling medicines and vaccines\, giving injections\, safety in working cattle and two national programs\, Beef Quality Assurance and Farmers Assuring Responsible Management. These sessions will be led by ISU Extension and Outreach and Iowa Lakes Community College staff. \nThere is a $15 fee for this program and pre-registration is required. Register online at www.bit.ly/bootsinthebarn by Saturday\, Feb. 6\, at which time registration closes.\nFor more information on Boots in the Barn\, contact Fred Hall or Beth Doran at 712.737.4230.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/boots-in-the-barn-2/
LOCATION:Iowa Lakes Community College Farm\, Five miles west of Emmetsburg on U.S. Hwy. 18\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T130000
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SUMMARY:Boots in the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University Extension Dairy Team and Iowa Lakes Community College have teamed up to host Boots in the Barn\, a program for women beef and dairy producers.\nBoots in the Barn is a three-part series for women involved in a dairy or beef operation and/or industry and will be held at the Iowa Lakes Community College Farm in Emmetsburg. The sessions will be held Feb. 10\, Feb. 24 and March 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \n“We’ve had great success with [agriculture] programs designed specifically for women\,” said Jenn Bentley\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “Women often prefer to learn in small groups and with hands-on opportunities. They like to ask lots of questions of presenters without feeling intimidated… Programs designed for women alone are very effective.”\nThe Feb. 10 session will feature Dr. Caitlyn Messerschmidt\, veterinarian at Iowa State University. Dr. Messerschmidt will guide participants using Frosty (a life-size cow model)\, practicing putting chains on a calf to pull it and learning how to assist a cow in calving. Other topics include immediate calf care and colostrum. This session is sponsored in-part by a Professional Dairy Producers Foundation educational grant. \nOn Feb. 24\, ISU Extension and Outreach beef and dairy specialists and Iowa Lakes Community College instructors will lead participants in how to help calves nurse\, selecting colostrum products\, mixing milk replacers and how to wean calves from milk and start them on dry feed. Participants will view both maternal and calf housing.\nThe third session will be held on March 10 and cover health basics and how to determine whether an animal is healthy or unhealthy. Activities include handling medicines and vaccines\, giving injections\, safety in working cattle and two national programs\, Beef Quality Assurance and Farmers Assuring Responsible Management. These sessions will be led by ISU Extension and Outreach and Iowa Lakes Community College staff. \nThere is a $15 fee for this program and pre-registration is required. Register online at www.bit.ly/bootsinthebarn by Saturday\, Feb. 6\, at which time registration closes.\nFor more information on Boots in the Barn\, contact Fred Hall or Beth Doran at 712.737.4230.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/boots-in-the-barn/
LOCATION:Iowa Lakes Community College Farm\, Five miles west of Emmetsburg on U.S. Hwy. 18\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
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SUMMARY:Virtual Dairy Day to Feature Profitable Practices
DESCRIPTION:Timely updates on dairy issues \nDairy producers and the industry will have the opportunity to learn about emerging dairy industry issues during Virtual Dairy Day hosted by the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team. The program is scheduled for Tuesday\, Feb. 9\, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. \n“Producers and industry partners will have a chance to hear about current and relevant information to help them make sound management decisions.” said Jennifer Bentley\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “This workshop is traditionally in-person for farmers to network and share ideas. Due to COVID-19 concerns\, this will be a virtual workshop to network\, connect and ask questions.” \nThe agenda for the virtual day includes: \n10 a.m. – Opening Remarks.\n10:05 a.m. – “Making the Most of your Manure Nutrients”\, Brian Dougherty\, ag engineer with ISU Extension and Outreach.\n10:45 a.m. – “Think Outside the Box; Cocktail Mixes\, Milking Frequencies\, and Grazing Heifers”\, Wisconsin Dairy Farmer\, Josh Tranel.\n11:20 a.m. – “Mindset Tactics to Improve Brain and Behavioral Health”\, Larry Tranel\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.\nNoon – Virtual Lunch Break.\n12:15 p.m. – “Milk Market Update”\, Fred Hall\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.\n12:55 p.m. – “Iowa’s Dairy Industry and Economic Impact”\, Jenn Bentley\, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. \nThere is no fee to register; however\, pre-registration is required to receive the ZOOM link. Online registration is available at: http://www.aep.iastate.edu/dairy Registrants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor more information\, contact your ISU Extension and Outreach county office or Bentley at jbentley@iastate.edu or 563-382-2949; Tranel at tranel@iastate.edu or 563-583-6496; or Hall at fredhall@iastate.edu or 712-737-4230.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/virtual-dairy-day-to-feature-profitable-practices/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
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SUMMARY:Iowa State Extension Dairy Team Monthly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team monthly webinar series continues on Wednesday\, January 20 from 12 noon to 1 pm. This program will focus on the climate and weather predictions for the 2021 growing season. Dennis Todey\, director of the USDA Climate Hub in Ames\, Iowa will make the presentation. \nDennis Todey is the Director of the Midwest Climate Hub in Ames. He is a native Iowan with his BS and PhD from Iowa State in Meteorology and Agricultural Meteorology. He has spent two stints in South Dakota\, first completing his MS at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and most recently as Associate Professor and State Climatologist for South Dakota at South Dakota State University. He is well known regionally as a speaker and media source on various climate issues and is the former president of the American Association of State Climatologists.\nProducers\, dairy consultants and industry representatives can attend the webinar at: \nhttps://iastate.zoom.us/my/dairyteamfredprogram \nNo registration is required and there is no fee. \nFor more information contact the Iowa Extension Dairy Field Specialist in your area: \nRegion 1 – Fred M. Hall- email: fredhall@iastate.edu phone: 712.737.4230\nRegion 2 – Jennifer Bentley- email: jbentley@iastate.edu phone: 563.382.2949\nRegion 3 – Larry Tranel- email: tranel@iastate.edu phone: 563.583.6496
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/iowa-state-extension-dairy-team-monthly-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T133000
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SUMMARY:I-29 Moo University Winter Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:I-29 Moo University Winter Virtual Workshop Will Focus on Dairy Sustainability\nNET Zero: If it’s Not Your Profitability\, What Is It? \nDairy Producers and Industry are invited to the I-29 MOO University Virtual Winter Workshop in partnership with Midwest Dairy & State Trade Associations being held on Tuesday\, January 12\, 2021 from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. \nThis workshop will focus on the Net Zero Initiative and what the impact will be for dairy producers. Attendees will gain knowledge through a hands-on virtual experience of how sustainability practices are being implemented on dairy farms and within dairy processing plants. \nThe agenda includes: \n\n10:00 a.m. CST – Keynote: “Why Net Zero? Why Should Producers Care? Why Consumers Care about it? What it means to Producers & Industry”; Jim Wallace\, Senior Vice President – Environmental Research at Dairy Management Inc. and invited speaker: Krysta Harden\, Executive Vice President of Global Environmental Strategy at Dairy Management\, Inc. and Chief Operating Officer at U.S. Dairy Export Council.\n10:45 – 3 Virtual Sustainability Sessions – Interact with these presenters and learn how sustainability practices have been implemented on farm and in the industry.\n\nCover Crops: Cinnamon Ridge Farms – Donahue\, IA. This 5th generation farm was awarded the Farmers Assuring Responsible Management for Dairy Farms. They work to assure their customers that the milk and beef produced meets very high standards for sustainability and animal care. They milk Jersey cows using robots\, raise beef cattle\, pigs and chickens. They also produce corn\, soybeans and winter wheat\, while incorporating cover crops. Milk produced on the farm is processed into cheese on the farm.\nDairy Production Technology: Rosy-Lane Holsteins –Watertown\, WI. U.S. Dairy Sustainability 2020 Award Winner. Healthy cows and a healthy planet go hand-in-hand at Wisconsin’s Rosy-Lane Holsteins dairy. The emphasis on cow health started with incorporating cattle genetic technologies\, breeding cows that live longer and are less susceptible to disease and illness. Genetics has helped the farm produce 1.7 pounds of milk for every 1 pound of feed for the milking herd. The average U.S. dairy attains 1.5. Their higher average which equates to 70 more semi-tankers of milk/year utilizing the same inputs.\nDairy Processing Technology: Leprino Foods\, Greely\, Co is also a U.S. Dairy Sustainability 2020 Award Winner.\, This dairy plant exemplifies environmental sustainability with a replicable process that ensures no precious resource isn’t maximized. Built on an abandoned sugar-processing factory’s site\, it relies on a combined heat and power system with electricity from two natural gas turbines—meeting about 75% of the plant’s power needs. The plant also employed technology that uses water from milk during the cheesemaking process to clean the facility\, reducing the need for fresh water. Further\, that recycled water goes through treatment that results in feedstock for the plant’s anaerobic digester—which in turn creates renewable biogas. This and more adds up to $4.5 million in estimated annual energy cost savings from onsite natural gas turbines after a five-year payback.This portion of the program will conclude at 12:20\, followed by a Virtual Lunch starting at 12:30.\n\n\n\nMidwest Dairy and State Dairy Association will provide updates within their individual state breakout rooms (MN\, SD\, IA\, NE\, ND)\, concluding by 1:30 PM. \nThere is no registration fee\, but pre-registration is required by Jan. 11. To register or view full agenda\, visit https://extension.sdstate.edu/event/i-29-moo-university-virtual-winter-workshop or go to the I-29 Moo University website at https://dairy.unl.edu/i-29-moo-university. A registration link can also be requested from Clark at kimclark@unl.edu\, Erickson at Tracey.Erickson@sdstate.edu\, or Bentley at jbentley@iastate.edu. \nI-29 Moo University is a consortium of Extension dairy specialists from the land-grant universities in Iowa\, Minnesota\, Nebraska\, North Dakota\, and South Dakota. The I-29 Moo University Collaboration is a multi-state learning community and connects extension dairy staff and dairy producers to share research\, information and management practices through workshops\, webinars\, monthly e-newsletters and on-farm tours. For more information about the I-29 Moo University Collaboration and programs visit https://dairy.unl.edu/i-29-moo-university.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/i-29-moo-university-winter-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T090000
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SUMMARY:2020 Iowa State Dairy Association Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presentations from the Meeting\n2021 Farm Economy Outlook\nJohn Newton\, American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist\nDr. Newton has been American Farm Bureau Federation’s Chief Economist since 2018. As Chief Economist\, Dr. Newton manages Farm Bureau’s five-person economics department and is responsible for AFBF’s economic policy analysis. In this role he advises Farm Bureau grassroots members\, state staff\, AFBF staff and AFBF leadership on the economic implications of agricultural policy issues and proposals to help advance the organization’s advocacy efforts. \n \nPandemic\, Prices and PPDs… What will 2021 Offer?\nMark Stephenson\, University of Wisconsin-Madison Director of Dairy Policy Analysis\nMark Stephenson is the Director of Dairy Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this position\, Dr. Stephenson conducts and coordinates research and outreach activities related to the dairy industry. He is involved in applied research at the firm-level\, including milk assembly costs\, processing costs\, new processing technologies\, farm costs and price risk management. He is also active in sector-level performance including dairy policy\, spatial milk pricing\, international trade and milk price forecasting. Mark has a second title as Director of Wisconsin’s Center for Dairy Profitability. In this capacity\, he works with faculty and staff to coordinate a multi-disciplinary approach to dairy farm-level problem solving and planning. \n\n \nWashington\, DC Landscape\nPaul Bleiberg\, Senior Vice President of Government Relations at the National Milk Producers Federation\nPaul Bleiberg currently serves as Senior Vice President of Government Relations at NMPF. In this capacity\, he leads the organization’s advocacy efforts before Congress\, with a focus on farm bill policy\, taxation\, nutrition\, environment\, and immigration. Bleiberg also coordinates with the trade team and runs the NMPF PAC. Bleiberg joined NMPF as Senior Director\, Government Relations in January 2016. Prior to that\, he served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for former Rep. Reid Ribble (R-WI) during work on the 2014 Farm Bill and the 2015 Highway Bill which both included key dairy provisions. \n \nLocal Updates\n \n\nAGENDA\nDecember 4\, 2020\n9:00 – 10:00 AM\n2021 Farm Economy Outlook\nJohn Newton\, American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist\nDr. Newton has been American Farm Bureau Federation’s Chief Economist since 2018. As Chief Economist\, Dr. Newton manages Farm Bureau’s five-person economics department and is responsible for AFBF’s economic policy analysis. In this role he advises Farm Bureau grassroots members\, state staff\, AFBF staff and AFBF leadership on the economic implications of agricultural policy issues and proposals to help advance the organization’s advocacy efforts. \n10:00 – 11:00 AM\nPandemic\, Prices and PPDs… What will 2021 Offer?\nMark Stephenson\, University of Wisconsin-Madison Director of Dairy Policy Analysis\nMark Stephenson is the Director of Dairy Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this position\, Dr. Stephenson conducts and coordinates research and outreach activities related to the dairy industry. He is involved in applied research at the firm-level\, including milk assembly costs\, processing costs\, new processing technologies\, farm costs and price risk management. He is also active in sector-level performance including dairy policy\, spatial milk pricing\, international trade and milk price forecasting. Mark has a second title as Director of Wisconsin’s Center for Dairy Profitability. In this capacity\, he works with faculty and staff to coordinate a multi-disciplinary approach to dairy farm-level problem solving and planning. \n11:00 – 11:30 AM\nWashington\, DC Landscape\nPaul Bleiberg\, Senior Vice President of Government Relations at the National Milk Producers Federation\nPaul Bleiberg currently serves as Senior Vice President of Government Relations at NMPF. In this capacity\, he leads the organization’s advocacy efforts before Congress\, with a focus on farm bill policy\, taxation\, nutrition\, environment\, and immigration. Bleiberg also coordinates with the trade team and runs the NMPF PAC. Bleiberg joined NMPF as Senior Director\, Government Relations in January 2016. Prior to that\, he served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for former Rep. Reid Ribble (R-WI) during work on the 2014 Farm Bill and the 2015 Highway Bill which both included key dairy provisions. \n11:30 – 11:45 AM\nIowa State University Extension Update \n11:45 AM – 12:00 PM\nMidwest Dairy Update\nJenna Finch\, Farmer Relations Manager \nRalph Keeling Award \n12:00 – 12:30 PM\nLunch \n12:30 PM\n\nAnnual Business Meeting (delegates required)\nCall to Order\nRoll Call\nMinutes\nFinancial Statement\nPresident’s Report\nExecutive Director report\nBy-laws update\nElections\n2020 Policy Statements\nOther Business\n\n3:00 PM\nMeeting Adjourn
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/2020-iowa-state-dairy-association-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20200304T153305Z
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SUMMARY:Central Plains Dairy Expo Bus Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation\, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and All American Co-op for a two-day bus trip to Central Plains Dairy Expo. \nCentral Plains Dairy Expo Bus Trip\nTuesday\, March 24 – Wednesday\, March 25 | Sioux Falls S.D.\nItinerary can be found online at http://iowadairycenter.com/farmers/cpde-bus-tour.php \nCost includes bus transportation\, hotel room and meals. \n\n$115 per person with four people per room\n$125 per person with three people per room\n$140 per person with two people per room\n$190 per person with one person per room\n\nTo save your spot on the trip\, Register by Friday\, March 13. Contact Mariah Busta at bustam@nicc.edu or (563) 534-9957\, ext. 8107.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/central-plains-dairy-expo-bus-trip/
CATEGORIES:Expo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20200304T153105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T153105Z
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SUMMARY:Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation in celebrating 20 years at the 2020 Annual Meeting on Thursday\, March 12\, starting at 10:30 a.m. at Iowa’s Dairy Center located just south of Calmar at 1527 Highway 150 South. \nThe keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Mike Hutjens. He will speak on the changing dairy industry\, focusing on the U.S. and Midwest dairy industry and the impact of the 2019 forage and feed production year challenges related to weather. Hutjens is a professor of animal science at the University of Illinois in addition to being the editor of the National Dairy Database and Illinois Dairy Report. He has spoken at hundreds of meetings across the country and globally and writes feed columns for Hoard’s Dairyman\, Dairy Today\, Dairy Japan\, Western Canadian Dairy Magazine\, Wisconsin Agri-View and Dairy Herd Management. \nThe event will also include an update on Iowa’s Dairy Center and recognize past presidents of the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation. The annual meeting will begin after lunch and will feature by-law changes and election of board members. \nAll interested in the Dairy Foundation and event speakers are encouraged to attend. There is no cost to attend lunch will be provided. The event is made possible by generous support from community sponsors. \nFor complete meeting details\, visit our website at www.iowadairycenter.com. Please contact Mariah Busta\, Iowa’s Dairy Center Coordinator with questions at (563) 534-9957 or email at info@iowadairycenter.com.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/northeast-iowa-dairy-foundation-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20191021T215104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191021T215104Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Dairy & Beef Day
DESCRIPTION:MIDWEST DAIRY DAY: ENHANCING VALUE FROM BREEDING TO FEEDING\nIowa State University Extension and Outreach\, the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation\, and Northeast Iowa Community College collaborate to offer the annual Midwest Dairy and Beef Day. This year’s event will discuss opportunities and challenges to adding value to dairy calves and dairy beef cross calves. Producers will also share their experiences from feeding to breeding during a panel discussion. Midwest Dairy and Beef Day is open to all beef producers\, dairy producers\, students and industry persons. \nDownload the flyer \nSCHEDULE\n10-10:15 a.m.\nSign In\, Iowa’s Dairy Center Lobby \n10:15-11 a.m. \nREALIZING THE VALUE OF HOLSTEIN STEERS\nDan Shaefer\, University of Wisconsin – Madison\, Animal Science Professor\nPerformance and cost of production of Holstein steers have become consistently predictable.\nThe consistency of Holstein progeny sired by beef breed bulls remains to be determined. \n11-11:30 a.m.\nBREEDING OBJECTIVES TO ADD VALUE TO BULL CALVES\nDenise Schwab\, Iowa State University Extension\, Beef Specialist\nNot all black bulls are created equal. Understand the beef bull selection data and find appropriate bulls for crossing on dairy cows. \n11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.\nElements of Developing an Implant Strategy\nDan Loy\, Ph.D. Iowa State University\, Director of Iowa Beef Center & Extension Beef Specialist\nGrowth promotant implants are important tools for efficient production of dairy beef steers. With long feeding periods the development of an implant strategy can be a daunting task. Dan Loy will break down the elements of developing an implant strategy. \n12:15-1:15 p.m.\nLunch \n1:15-2 p.m.\nGenomics: A Practical Teaching Tool\nDave Lawstuen\, Chair\, Iowa’s Dairy Center\, NICC Agriculture Faculty\nIowa’s Dairy Center utilizes genomic testing to determine which mothers of the next generation and which will be the next dairy steers. \n2-3 p.m.\nProducer Panel\nArea producers will share information and answer questions about their successful dairy beef operations\nanswering questions about their successful dairy steer programs.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/midwest-dairy-beef-day/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190930T194559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T194559Z
UID:819-1576056600-1576072800@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Directions Series
DESCRIPTION:The Dairy Directions Seminars are scheduled for Tuesday\, December 10 in Sac County and Wednesday\, December 11 in Pocahontas County. Both programs will be held at the local county Extension office. “Dairymen in these areas will have the opportunity to have the most current researched-based dairy information presented at their local Extension office” says Northwest Iowa Extension Dairy Field Specialist Fred M. Hall. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the program begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. A free lunch is included and the program will adjourn at 2:00 p.m. \nTopics will include a discussion of how many replacement heifers are needed plus the importance of minimizing heat stress with NE Iowa Dairy Specialist Jenn Bentley; an update on the ISU dairy research herd at Ames with Miguel Rangel; and risk management strategies and the dairy market outlook with NW Iowa Extension Dairy Specialist Fred M. Hall. \nWhile there is no registration fee\, a call to the local County Extension office will reserve your seat and guarantee your free lunch. In Sac and surrounding counties the number is 712.662.7131; in Pocahontas and surrounding counties the number is 712.335.3103. The series is sponsored by Dairy Gross Magrin LLC. \nDairymen can contact Hall at 712.737.4230 for more information or with any dairy question.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/dairy-directions-series-2/
LOCATION:Pocahontas County Extension Office\, 305 North Main\, Pocahontas\, IA\, 50574\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190930T194436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T194617Z
UID:817-1575970200-1575986400@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Directions Series
DESCRIPTION:The Dairy Directions Seminars are scheduled for Tuesday\, December 10 in Sac County and Wednesday\, December 11 in Pocahontas County. Both programs will be held at the local county Extension office. “Dairymen in these areas will have the opportunity to have the most current researched-based dairy information presented at their local Extension office” says Northwest Iowa Extension Dairy Field Specialist Fred M. Hall. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the program begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. A free lunch is included and the program will adjourn at 2:00 p.m. \nTopics will include a discussion of how many replacement heifers are needed plus the importance of minimizing heat stress with NE Iowa Dairy Specialist Jenn Bentley; an update on the ISU dairy research herd at Ames with Miguel Rangel; and risk management strategies and the dairy market outlook with NW Iowa Extension Dairy Specialist Fred M. Hall. \nWhile there is no registration fee\, a call to the local County Extension office will reserve your seat and guarantee your free lunch. In Sac and surrounding counties the number is 712.662.7131; in Pocahontas and surrounding counties the number is 712.335.3103. The series is sponsored by Dairy Gross Magrin LLC. \nDairymen can contact Hall at 712.737.4230 for more information or with any dairy question.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/dairy-directions-series/
LOCATION:Sac County Extension Office\, 620 Parke Ave\, Sac City\, IA\, 50583\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20191018T201046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T204025Z
UID:888-1575475200-1575561600@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:2019 Iowa State Dairy Association Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Iowa State Dairy Association Annual Meeting. Join us at the Quality Inn on December 4-5\, 2019. Registration is FREE for producer members and their employees. \n\n	\n		\n			\n							Register Now\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n					\n						Download Agenda\n					\n\n	\n\n\nCorey Geiger\, Managing Editor of the Hoard’s Dairyman will be our keynote speaker and will discuss genomics\, Beef on Dairy\, U.S. Dairy Exports\, China and much more. Corey has spoken in Canada\, China\, Mexico\, the United Arab Emirates\, Singapore and 19 U.S. states.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/2019-iowa-state-dairy-association-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Quality Inn & Suites Starlite Village Conference Center\, 2601 East 13th Street\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20191029T150441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T150522Z
UID:939-1575367200-1575381600@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Discussions: Making Genetic Decisions Profitable
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Discussions Seminar on Tuesday\, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ISU Extension and Outreach Sioux County office in Orange City. \nThis year’s focus is making genetic decisions profitable\, with discussions on crossbreeding\, pure-breeding\, genomics\, sexed semen and how to maximize profitability in the dairy industry. \nThe two key presentations include: \n\n“Dairy Crossbreds: Where is the profit at?” by Amy Hazel\, University of Minnesota\n“Application of Genomics and Sexed Semen to Maximize Profits” by Dr. James Koltes\, Iowa State University.\n\nThere will also be a producer panel which will focus on breeding decisions and profitability. Local panelists will include Eric Van Wyk\, Dykstra Dairy\, Maurice; Roger Stensland\, Stensland Bros. Dairy\, Larchwood; Darren Davelaar\, Country Edge Dairy\, Inwood; and Leroy Eggink\, Great Heritage Holsteins\, Sibley. \nThere is no fee to attend the program\, but registration is required. To register\, visit https://form.jotform.com/4Hregion1/dairy-discussions-2019 or call 712-737-4230. Deadline to register is Nov. 27. \nFor more information\, contact Fred Hall\, Northwest Iowa Dairy Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach\, at 712-737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu. \nDownload the flyer
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/dairy-discussions-making-genetic-decisions-profitable/
LOCATION:Sioux County Extension Services\, 400 N Central Ave # 700\, Orange City\, IA\, 51041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20191023T144232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T144232Z
UID:925-1572944400-1573138800@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Bovine Artificial Insemination Course
DESCRIPTION:This is a three-day\, intensive hands-on class for those who wish to artificially inseminate their own cattle or gain experience to work for others. The class will cover all aspects of bovine reproduction\, from anatomy and hormones to heat detection. Students have actual insemination practice on cattle at the Dairy Center. The minimum age requirement for this class is 16. Register online.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/bovine-artificial-insemination-course-2/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190819T202859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T202859Z
UID:773-1571126400-1571342400@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:9th Annual National Institute of Animal Agriculture (NIAA) Antibiotic Symposium
DESCRIPTION:For the past eight years\, a national dialogue focused on the use of antibiotics in food animals and the science surrounding antimicrobial resistance has been hosted by NIAA. Antibiotic stewardship and responsible use of antibiotics continue to be a top priority for the animal agriculture industry. \nThis year’s 9th Annual Antibiotic Symposium from the National Institute for Animal Agriculture\, in collaboration with the Iowa State University-based National Institute of Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Education (NIAMRRE) in Ames\, Iowa\, will expand its focus to include not only scientific updates on antimicrobial resistance\, but how research\, technology and innovation continue to impact what we know\, and why communication of science facts to consumers has been less than effective. \nAs the public is bombarded with inaccurate statistics\, misreported study results and opinions which align more with agendas than hard science\, the Symposium will include an added feature of how to take that knowledge to the public in an effective and positive manner. \nDeveloped in partnership with the Iowa State University Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication\, this collaborative conversation will provide space to discuss and learn new communication strategies to shift consumer attitudes in the future. \nTomorrow’s responsible antibiotic use will be shaped by consistent\, effective communication of scientific collaboration\, and the commitment of the animal agriculture industry and its allies to progress\, best practices and transparency in ways that build public trust. \nJOIN US IN AMES\, IOWA OCTOBER 15-17\, 2019 \nRegistration Website: https://www.animalagriculture.org/2019-Antibiotic-Symposium
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/9th-annual-national-institute-of-animal-agriculture-niaa-antibiotic-symposium/
LOCATION:Iowa State Center (Scheman Building)\, 1805 Centre Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190911T164553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T164704Z
UID:794-1570168800-1570221000@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Bus Trip to World Dairy Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation for the annual one-day bus trip to World Dairy Expo in Madison\, Wis.\, on Friday\, Oct. 4. \nFriday’s event highlights at World Dairy Expo include the International Guernsey Show\, International Red & White Show\, International Holstein Heifer Show\, forage seminars and virtual farm tours. Attendees will have ample time to watch the dairy cattle shows and visit with more than 800 exhibitors from around the world at the trade show. \nThis year\, an optional tour of the dairy facilities at University of Wisconsin-Madison has been added to the trip. Those interested will depart World Dairy Expo in the afternoon and tour the Dairy Cattle Center and enjoy ice cream at Babcock Hall. The Dairy Cattle Center is a teaching farm where cows are housed in a tie-stall barn and milked in a parlor. The farm is used for teaching purposes\, primarily for the short course program. \nDairy farmers\, industry members and any others interested are welcome to register for the trip. Cost to travel on the bus is $25 for lifetime members of the Dairy Foundation and $50 for non-members. The cost includes transportation\, breakfast\, admission into World Dairy Expo and supper. The bus will depart from Iowa’s Dairy Center south of Calmar at 6 a.m. on Friday morning and will return around 8:30 p.m. that evening. Pick-up locations also include Postville and Prairie du Chien\, Wis. Act fast\, the trip is limited to the first 35 who sign up. \nFor more information or how to register for the World Dairy Expo bus trip\, visit www.iowadairycenter.com or contact Mariah Schmitt at (563) 534-9957\, ext. 107\, or schmittma@nicc.edu. \nDownload the flyer
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/bus-trip-to-world-dairy-expo/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Expo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190725T173520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T173520Z
UID:761-1564650000-1564668000@www.iowadairy.org
SUMMARY:Planning For Profitability
DESCRIPTION:One-day program will focus on planning ahead while facing shrinking margins in production agriculture. \nDownload the flyer \nIowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach invites local farmers and agribusiness professionals to attend a free one-day Planning for Profitability workshop in either Rock Rapids or Decorah. \nPlanning for Profitability in a Changing Dairy Industry will focus on options to increase profitability when facing shrinking margins; risk management strategies and how they can benefit dairy operations; changes and requirements that ag lenders may be asking for when reviewing loan requests; and a review of the milk market. \nFred M. Hall\, Northwest Iowa dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach\, shared that the program is designed for dairy managers\, but all those involved in production agriculture – livestock producers\, crop farmers and agribusiness professionals that serve them – are welcome to attend and will find many parts of the program educational and relevant to their enterprises.\n“In production agriculture\, almost all producers are facing\, or will face\, shrinking margins\,” Hall said. “Our dairy men and women are definitely facing it right now\, so the program is geared towards them; however\, many aspects of the presentations will be relevant to all agriculture industries.” \nPlanning for Profitability will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will be offered in two different locations to accommodate as many participants as possible. The program will be hosted at Pinter’s Gardens and Pumpkins located at 2475 State HWY 9\, Decorah\, on July 31; and the following day\, Aug. 1\, the same program will be offered at the Forster Community Center in Rock Rapids. \nKey presentations include: \n\nCash versus accrual accounting and how it will be affected by changes in the tax laws – presented by Tom Thaden\, Eric Hofland and Reggie Hostetler\, Agriculture Consultants from the Northwest Iowa Farm Business Association;\nUsing FINBIN and DHIA data to predict financial success on small-medium sized dairies – presented by Joleen Hadrich\, Extension Economist and Associate Professor of Applied Economics at the University of Minnesota;\nThe value of a risk management strategy – presented by Cassie Monger\, Dairy Industry Specialist with Compeer Financial;\nDairy Market Outlook – presented by Fred M. Hall\, Northwest Iowa Dairy Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.\nThe program will also feature a panel of local agricultural lenders who will discuss what they look for in the future of ag loans and financial decisions. In Decorah\, the panel will include Andy Ludeking\, Cresco Bank\, a Division of Decorah Bank & Trust Company; Reid P. Mahoney\, Freedom Bank; Cassie Monger\, Compeer Financial and Dan Kuboushek\, Citizens Savings Bank. In Rock Rapids\, the panel will consist of Brad Bruxvoort\, First State Bank Southwest; Chris Kayton\, Farm Credit Services of America; Dale Vanderberg\, Peoples Bank; and Troy Vander Stouwe\, Iowa State Bank.\n\nParticipants can select their preferred meeting date/location and register online at https://form.jotform.com/4Hregion1/planning-for-profitability\, or by calling 563-382-2949 to pre-register for the July 31 Decorah meeting; and 712-737-4230 for the Aug. 1 Rock Rapids meeting. \nThere is no fee to attend either session and lunch is provided; however\, pre-registration is required by July 26 to plan adequately for meals and materials. \nThe Planning for Profitability program is being hosted by ISU Extension and Outreach\, as part of I-29 Moo University. The I-29 Moo University is a network of Dairy Extension specialists from Iowa\, Nebraska\, Minnesota\, South Dakota and North Dakota\, who work to enhance a sustainable dairy community along the I-29 corridor. \nFor more information on this and other programs\, contact your local Extension Dairy Specialist. In Northwest Iowa\, contact Fred M. Hall at 712-737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu. In Northeast Iowa\, contact Jennifer Bentley at 563-382-2949 or jbentley@iastate.edu.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/planning-for-profitability-2/
LOCATION:Forster Community Center\, 404 Main St\, Rock Rapids\, IA\, 51246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190725T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T173053Z
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SUMMARY:Planning For Profitability
DESCRIPTION:One-day program will focus on planning ahead while facing shrinking margins in production agriculture. \nDownload the flyer \nIowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach invites local farmers and agribusiness professionals to attend a free one-day Planning for Profitability workshop in either Rock Rapids or Decorah. \nPlanning for Profitability in a Changing Dairy Industry will focus on options to increase profitability when facing shrinking margins; risk management strategies and how they can benefit dairy operations; changes and requirements that ag lenders may be asking for when reviewing loan requests; and a review of the milk market. \nFred M. Hall\, Northwest Iowa dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach\, shared that the program is designed for dairy managers\, but all those involved in production agriculture – livestock producers\, crop farmers and agribusiness professionals that serve them – are welcome to attend and will find many parts of the program educational and relevant to their enterprises.\n“In production agriculture\, almost all producers are facing\, or will face\, shrinking margins\,” Hall said. “Our dairy men and women are definitely facing it right now\, so the program is geared towards them; however\, many aspects of the presentations will be relevant to all agriculture industries.” \nPlanning for Profitability will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will be offered in two different locations to accommodate as many participants as possible. The program will be hosted at Pinter’s Gardens and Pumpkins located at 2475 State HWY 9\, Decorah\, on July 31; and the following day\, Aug. 1\, the same program will be offered at the Forster Community Center in Rock Rapids. \nKey presentations include: \n\nCash versus accrual accounting and how it will be affected by changes in the tax laws – presented by Tom Thaden\, Eric Hofland and Reggie Hostetler\, Agriculture Consultants from the Northwest Iowa Farm Business Association;\nUsing FINBIN and DHIA data to predict financial success on small-medium sized dairies – presented by Joleen Hadrich\, Extension Economist and Associate Professor of Applied Economics at the University of Minnesota;\nThe value of a risk management strategy – presented by Cassie Monger\, Dairy Industry Specialist with Compeer Financial;\nDairy Market Outlook – presented by Fred M. Hall\, Northwest Iowa Dairy Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.\nThe program will also feature a panel of local agricultural lenders who will discuss what they look for in the future of ag loans and financial decisions. In Decorah\, the panel will include Andy Ludeking\, Cresco Bank\, a Division of Decorah Bank & Trust Company; Reid P. Mahoney\, Freedom Bank; Cassie Monger\, Compeer Financial and Dan Kuboushek\, Citizens Savings Bank. In Rock Rapids\, the panel will consist of Brad Bruxvoort\, First State Bank Southwest; Chris Kayton\, Farm Credit Services of America; Dale Vanderberg\, Peoples Bank; and Troy Vander Stouwe\, Iowa State Bank.\n\nParticipants can select their preferred meeting date/location and register online at https://form.jotform.com/4Hregion1/planning-for-profitability\, or by calling 563-382-2949 to pre-register for the July 31 Decorah meeting; and 712-737-4230 for the Aug. 1 Rock Rapids meeting. \nThere is no fee to attend either session and lunch is provided; however\, pre-registration is required by July 26 to plan adequately for meals and materials. \nThe Planning for Profitability program is being hosted by ISU Extension and Outreach\, as part of I-29 Moo University. The I-29 Moo University is a network of Dairy Extension specialists from Iowa\, Nebraska\, Minnesota\, South Dakota and North Dakota\, who work to enhance a sustainable dairy community along the I-29 corridor. \nFor more information on this and other programs\, contact your local Extension Dairy Specialist. In Northwest Iowa\, contact Fred M. Hall at 712-737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu. In Northeast Iowa\, contact Jennifer Bentley at 563-382-2949 or jbentley@iastate.edu.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/planning-for-profitability/
LOCATION:Pinter’s Gardens and Pumpkins\, 2475 State Hwy. 9\, Decorah\, IA\, 52101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Financial Impairment on the Farm Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach will host a Financial Impairment on the Farm webinar from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. on July 30. The webinar is free and open to all those involved in production agriculture\, specifically\, producers and agri-business personnel. \nThe program will focus on issues producers face during times of financial impairment with emphasis placed on mediation\, reorganization options and Chapter 12 Bankruptcy. \nDonald Swanson\, an attorney with Koley Jessen in Omaha\, and Kristine Tidgren\, Director for the Center of Ag Law and Taxation and an adjunct assistant professor at Iowa State University\, will facilitate the discussion. \n“Don Swanson has devoted his career to helping clients with financial impairment\, bankruptcy issues and mediation\, and Kristine Tidgren works with these issues every day\,” said Fred M. Hall\, Northwest Iowa Dairy Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “The program will be informational and answer questions for many local ag producers and businesses alike.” \nThere is no fee to participate in the webinar; however\, pre-registration is required. To register\, visit https://bit.ly/2KvTvoe. After registering\, information on accessing the webinar will be provided. \nThe webinar will also be archived for viewing at a later date. For more information on this and other programs\, contact Fred M. Hall at 712-737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/financial-impairment-on-the-farm-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190728T220000
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SUMMARY:Discover Dairy At The Round Barn
DESCRIPTION:Plymouth County Fair to Turn Round Barn into Dairy Destination \nThis county fair in northwest Iowa will offer hands-on\, goggles-on dairy experience for all ages. \nThe Plymouth County Fair will feature a variety of educational dairy and agricultural exhibits for this year’s fair\, which runs from July 24-28 in Le Mars. One of the highlights will be the Mobile Dairy Classroom\, a 40-foot mobile milking exhibit provided by the Southwest Dairy Farmers organization. Visitors will get to see exactly how milking is done\, using the mobile dairy parlor exhibit\, which also features a large-screen television\, to show realistic farm scenes and an educational slide show. \n“It really is an impactful program for youth\,” said Fred Hall\, dairy specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. \nHall said the fair staff and the staff at the ISU Extension and Outreach Plymouth County are making significant strides to highlight the dairy industry during this year’s fair. \n“Discover Dairy” is the theme for this year’s exhibits\, which include the Tonsfeldt Round Barn\, which will be decorated in a way that gives visitors the experience of stepping inside new carousal-style milking parlor installed at Perry Creek Dairy\, located west of Le Mars. \nLife-size photos will illustrate the modern way of milking\, from a parlor in which the carousel rotates. \nThe Plymouth County FFA is also organizing educational exhibits inside the barn\, explaining the importance of different dairy products\, how they’re processed and prepared\, and their nutritional value. \nThe fair will also feature a butter sculpture of the Tonsfeldt Round Barn\, created by Sarah Pratt\, known as “the butter lady\,” and the same artist who creates the butter cow at the Iowa State Fair. \nVisitors can also put on a pair of specially equipped goggles that give the participant a virtual tour of a local dairy farm\, including the milking parlor\, holding pens\, feed and more. The 3-D tour is provided by the Siouxland Ag in the Classroom\, and area FFA chapters. \nThe 3-D tour will be available Thursday through Sunday (July 25-28)\, beginning at 6 p.m. inside the round barn.\n“Since Le Mars is known as the ‘Ice Cream Capital of the World\,’ it seemed only appropriate to showcase the region’s dairy processors\, and dairy producers\,” said Jordan Sitzmann\, vice president for the Chamber of Commerce-Agriculture Division.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/discover-dairy-at-the-round-barn/
LOCATION:Plymouth County Fairgrounds\, 500 4th Ave NE\, Le Mars\, IA\, 51031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair
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SUMMARY:Iowa's Dairy Center Breakfast on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Northeast Iowa Dairy Foundation in celebrating the 10th Annual Breakfast on the Farm! \nThe event will be held Saturday\, June 22\, 2019 from 8:30 am – Noon at Iowa’s Dairy Center located south of Calmar. We’ll be serving up a delicious breakfast of Dad’s Belgian Waffles and sausage complete with dairy products including butter and whipped cream\, yogurt\, cheese\, milk and of course\, ice cream! This event is sure to be our biggest and best one yet with lots of activities to keep you and your family busy all morning including: \n\nGuided tram tours of Iowa’s Dairy Center and NICC Beef Center\nHand milk a cow\n10th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt\nPetting Zoo\nStory Time with the Dairy Princess\nFarm themed yoga\nCow and tractor inflatables\nCorn pools\nRobotic milking demonstrations\nAgriculture education exhibits\nAnd more!\n\nBreakfast on the Farm will be held rain or shine. Donations are accepted the day of and parking is available on-site. For more information\, visit our website and Facebook event. See you there!
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/iowas-dairy-center-breakfast-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Iowa’s Dairy Center\, 1527 Highway 150 South\, Calmar\, IA\, 52132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast on the Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T180000
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SUMMARY:Hilltop Dairy Days
DESCRIPTION:A family fun farm day! Milk a cow\, feed calves\, free food and ice cream. The whole farm is open with stations all around to educate about the dairy. We also have a kids scavenger hunt to engage them into learning more.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/hilltop-dairy-days/
LOCATION:Hilltop Dairy Inc.\, 3340 Spruce Ave\, Mt. Pleasant\, IA\, 52641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163617
CREATED:20190531T210225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190531T210225Z
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SUMMARY:Good Farm Neighbor Award // Kelly & Christy Cunningham
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dairy good time at our next Good Farm Neighbor Award! \n#JuneDairyMonth #UndeniablyDairy #IowaAg
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/good-farm-neighbor-award-kelly-christy-cunningham/
LOCATION:Milk Unlimited Dairy\, 59100 Memphis Road\, Atlantic\, IA\, 50022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Award Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190503T120000
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SUMMARY:Davis Dairy Day
DESCRIPTION:What once started out as a local elementary classroom visiting the dairy farm\, it has grown to include nearly 500 students from area schools\, preschools\, and daycares. Students will have the opportunity to learn about different aspects of the agriculture industry. With the amount of growth\, the event has seen in recent years\, the event has relocated to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds.
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/davis-dairy-day/
LOCATION:Humboldt County Fairgrounds\, 311 6th Avenue North\, Humboldt\, IA\, 50548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T151500
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CREATED:20190214T152309Z
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SUMMARY:Dairy Beef Short Course
DESCRIPTION:Topics for the 2019 Dairy Beef Short Course will focus on how dairy beef bull calves should be viewed as more than a by-product of the industry. As dairy and beef producers continue to experience economic struggles\, increasing the value of bull calves can add value for dairymen\, feeders and processors. The short course is scheduled for Tuesday\, March 26 in rooms 1 and 2 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls\, South Dakota. It is in conjunction with the Central Plains Dairy Expo. \nThe program agenda includes: \n\n“Realizing Full Value in Holstein Steers”\, Dr. Daniel Schaefer\, University of Wisconsin-Madison\n“Considerations for Choosing Beef Genetics To Use In Dairy Herds”\, Warren Rusche\, SDSU\n“Dairy Cattle Impact on Beef Supply and Marketing Opportunities”\, Dr. Brenda Boetel\, University of Wisconsin\n“Enhancing the Value of Your Dairy Beef Bull Calf to Meet Health Concerns”\, Russ Daly\, DVM\, SDSU\n\nIn addition\, a special feature will be a roundtable discussion “Building a Carcass for the Future”. The panel includes: \n\nJerry Wulf\, Wulf Cattle\, Morris MN\nKent Pruismann\, Rock River Feeders\, Sioux Center\, IA\nErik Loe\, Nutritional Consultant for Midwest PMS\, Sioux Center\, IA\nDuane Broek\, Select Sires Representative\, Watertown\, SD\n\nThe program will begin promptly at 10 am and will conclude at 3:15 pm.\nWhile parking and entry to the dairy Expo is free\, there is a $20 registration fee to attend the Dairy Beef Short Course. The fee includes educational materials\, refreshments and lunch. The deadline for registrations are March 20th. Registrations can be made on-line at: https://tinyurl.com/dairybeefshortcourse
URL:https://www.iowadairy.org/event/dairy-beef-short-course/
LOCATION:Denny Sanford PREMIER Center\, 1201 N. West Avenue\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, 57104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Expo
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