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2015 Missouri Dairy Grazing Conference
2015 Missouri Dairy Grazing Conference
July 7-8, 2015
Springfield, MissouriThis conference was held in Springfield, Missouri. Farm tours were held to local pasture-based dairy operations on day one of the conference. Presentations were given by university faculty, industry and dairy producers on the latest information related to dairy grazing systems on day two.
Agenda and Proceedings
Wednesday, July 8
Choosing the System that Works for You - Risks and Rewards (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, University of Missouri ExtensionForage Energy and Digestibility (PDF)
David Combs, Professor of Dairy Science, University of WisconsinInnovative Traits and New Technologies for Forage Plants (PDF)
Mike Trammell, Plant Breeder, The Noble FoundationBreeding to Beef Bulls: Costs and Benefits (PDF)
Colten Green, Genex Cooperative, Inc.Accelerated Heifer Feeding and Lactational Influence (PDF)
Scott Poock, Dairy Veterinarian, University of Missouri ExtensionMissouri Novel Endophyte Fescue Trials
Sarah Kenyon, Regional Agronomy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionRisks and Rewards of Synchronization (PDF)
Matt Lucy, Professor of Animal Sciences, University of MissouriMissouri Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program (PDF)
Duane Kaiser, Education Coordinator, Dairy Grazing ApprenticeshipSponsors
Our thanks to all of our sponsors for their valuable support of this conference.
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2013 Dairy Grazing Conference
2013 Dairy Grazing Conference
October 23-25, 2013
Springfield, MissouriThis conference was held at the Springfield Expo Center at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, Missouri. Presentations were given by university faculty, industry and dairy producers on the latest information related to dairy grazing systems. Farm tours were held to local pasture-based dairy operations both during and after the conference.
Agenda and Proceedings
Wednesday, October 23
Are We Still Headed in the Right Direction with Grazing (PDF)
Joel McNair, Editor/Publisher, Graze MagazineCreating Consistent Systems — Think Systems
Pasture (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionCows (PDF)
Ted Probert, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionFinding Your Breakeven (PDF)
Joe Horner, Economist, University of Missouri ExtensionPractical Risk Mitigation Strategies (PDF)
Craig Zydenbos, Brian Peterson, & Eric Neill, Dairy Producers, MissouriNovel Endophyte Fescue Trials (PDF)
Sarah Kenyon, Agronomy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionResidual Feed Intake vs. Production vs. DMI (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionReproductive Trials (PDF)
Scott Poock, Dairy Veterinarian, University of Missouri ExtensionNZ and US Genetics — Our Experience to Date (PDF)
Ted Probert, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionThursday, October 24
Economics of Synchronization (PDF)
Richard Wallace, Senior Dairy Veterinarian, ZoetisMaximizing Grazing Days — Model (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionFeeding the Right Level of Concentrate (PDF)
Tony Rickard, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionTips & Tricks for Seasonal Use of Compost Pack Barns (PDF)
Jeff Bewley, Assistant Professor, University of KentuckyUsing Partial TMR's with Grazing—Experiences across the US (PDF)
Mike Lamborn, DFA GrazingControlling Contagious Mastitis (PDF)
John Middleton, Associate Professor, University of MissouriPlanning and Economics of Pasture Irrigation (PDF)
Water Source Development for Forage Irrigation Systems
Forage Crop Irrigation Systems and Economics
Forage Irrigation System Cost Analyzer (XLSX)
Joseph Zulovich, Agricultural Engineer, and Ryan Milhollin, Economist, University of Missouri ExtensionDairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program (PDF)
Joe Tomandl, Program DirectorPasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) Rainfall Index Insurance (PDF)
Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) Rainfall Index Insurance in Missouri — Guidesheet
Ray Massey, Professor and Economist, University of Missouri ExtensionAmmoniating Tube Wrapped Baleage (PDF)
Peter Gaul, Dairy Producer, Benton, MissouriHeifer Development — From Birth to Calving (PDF)
Scott Poock, Dairy Veterinarian, University of Missouri ExtensionSponsors
Our thanks to all of our sponsors for their valuable support of this conference.
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2011 Dairy Grazing Conference
2011 Dairy Grazing Conference
July 6-8, 2011
Springfield, MissouriThis conference was held at the Springfield Expo Center at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, Missouri. Presentations were given by university faculty, industry and dairy producers on the latest information related to dairy grazing systems. Farm tours were held to local pasture-based dairy operations both during and after the conference.
Agenda and Proceedings
Optimizing Intake Through Management—What to Expect (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, State Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionHybrid Systems—How to Bring in Pasture into your High Production System (PDF)
Tony Rickard, Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionEnvironmental Issues on Pasture—Based Dairies (PDF)
Jeff Browning, P.E, Great River Engineering, Inc. and Troy Chockley, Environmental Engineer, USDA-NRCSQuality Milk on Pasture—Based Dairy Farms (PDF)
Scott Poock, Dairy Veterinarian, University of Missouri ExtensionManaging Dairy Heifers Profitably in a Pasture System (PDF)
Denis Turner, Commercial Heifer Grower, Hartville, MissouriUsing the Grazing Wedge (PDF)
Charles Fletcher, Dairy Producer, Purdy, MissouriManaging Grass—Based Dairies in Hot Climates (PDF)
Beryl Landis, Pineland Dairy, Waynesboro, GeorgiaMob Grazing vs. Tight Grazing vs. Low Utilization (PDF)
Karen Hoffman, Animal Scientist, USDA-NRCS, New YorkThe Outlook for Federal Dairy Policy, Is a Major Change Coming (PDF)
Scott Brown, Associate Director, FAPRI, University of MissouriPlanning Forage Systems (PDF)
Rob Kallenbach, State Forage Specialist, University of Missouri Extension and Dennis Hancock, State Forage Specialist, University of Georgia ExtensionLow Stress Dairy Handling Systems (PDF)
Paul Rapnicki, Clinical Professor, University of MinnesotaKey Drivers of Profitability on Pasture-Based Dairies (PDF)
Economics of Minimalist Fescue Belt Pasture-Based Dairies (PDF)
Joe Horner, Dairy Economist, University of Missouri ExtensionClosing Remarks (PDF)
Randy Mooney, Missouri Dairy Producer and Chairman of DFA's Board of DirectorsSponsors
Our thanks to all of our sponsors for their valuable support of this conference.
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2009 Dairy Grazing Conference
2009 Dairy Grazing Conference
July 8-10, 2009
Joplin, MissouriAgenda and Proceedings
Redesigning our Dairy Industry (PDF)
Randy Mooney, Dairy Producer, Chairman of National Milk Producers Federation, and First Vice Chairman of DFA's Board of Directors, Rogersville, MissouriKeys to the Most Profitable U.S. Dairy Grazing Operations (PDF)
Jason Karszes, Farm Management Specialist, Cornell University, New YorkEfficiency by Design - Layout, Facilities, Labor (PDF)
Charles Fletcher, Dairy Producer, Purdy, MissouriDeveloping Systems for Monitoring and Managing (PDF)
Peter Gaul, Dairy Producer, Dexter, MissouriGrazing Across the World (PDF)
Michael Murphy, Dairy Producer, IrelandSupplements - How Low Can You Go? (PDF)
John Roche, Principal Scientist of Animal Science, DairyNZ, New ZealandImpact of Importing Feed on the System - Management Implications (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri Extension and Producer Panel: Dale Carter, Missouri; Jeff Hayes, Missouri; and Kevin van der Poel, MissouriImpact of Importing Feed on the Farm Nutrient Balance
John Lory, Environmental Nutrient Management Specialist, Commercial Ag Program, University of Missouri ExtensionApplication of DNA Technology in Dairy Farming (PDF)
Richard Spelman, LIC, New ZealandTools for Managing Pasture (PDF)
John Roche, Principal Scientist of Animal Science, DairyNZ, New ZealandSystems Impact on Health Issues (PDF)
Tessa Marshall, Clinical Teaching Professor, Vet Medicine, University of Missouri Scott Poock, Dairy Veterinarian, Commercial Ag Program, University of Missouri ExtensionDairy Career Paths- Powerpoint (PDF)
Dairy Career Path- paper (PDF)
Joe Horner, Dairy Economist, Commercial Ag Program, University of Missouri Extension and Producer Panel: Jeff Hayes, Missouri and Larry Tranel, IowaHow to Economically Use Fertilizer in Pasture-Based Dairy Systems (PDF)
Rob Kallenbach, Forage Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionGrassland Dairying: Controllable and Uncontrollable Factors (PDF)
Ken Bartlett, LIC, New ZealandSponsors
Our thanks to all of our sponsors for their valuable support of this conference.
Gold Level
University of Missouri Extension
Silver Level
Bronze Level
Missouri Forage and Grassland Council/Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative
Missouri Dairy Growth Council
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2006 Dairy Grazing Conference
2006 Dairy Grazing Conference
July 6-8, 2006
Mt Vernon, MissouriAgenda and Proceedings
Trends in the Dairy Industry- presentation (PDF)
Trends in the U.S. Dairy Industry- paper (PDF)
Joe Horner, Dairy Economist, Commerical Ag Program, University of Missouri ExtensionWhy has Pasture-Based Dairying Developed in Missouri (PDF)
Charles Fletcher, Dairy Producer, MissouriOpportunities in Pasture-Based Dairying in Missouri (PDF)
Stacey Hamilton, Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri ExtensionPasture-Based Dairies-A Systems Approach (PDF)
John Roche, DairyNZ, New ZealandSystems Approach to Dairy Grazing (PDF)
Kevin van der Poel, Dairy Producer, MissouriForage Systems for Dairy Grazing (PDF)
Rob Kallenbach, University of Missouri ExtensionDesign and Operation of the Milking Platform (PDF)
Bernie VanDalfsen, Dairy Producer, MissouriPerfect Grazing Cow (PDF)
Michael Murphy, Dairy Producer, IrelandGenetic Results from the Strain Trials (PDF)
John Roche, DairyNZ, New ZealandDairy Nutrition for the Pasture-Based Cow- presentation (PDF)
Feeding the Grazing Dairy Cow- paper (PDF)
Tony Rickard, Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri Extension