The Dairy Business Association invites you to attend the 4th Annual Expansion Symposium to be held January 28th & 29th, in Green Bay, Wis., at the Lambeau Field Atrium. Please register for the conference and/or dinner by January 23rd by contacting Michelle Philibeck at 920-788-7588, mphilibeck@widba.com.
The Expansion Symposium is a one-stop shop for producers serious about growing their dairies. DBA, the foremost organization experienced in dairy expansions, is eager to present this two-day event focused on the future of our state’s dairy industry. More than 600 attendees will leave this event fully informed with an arsenal of information on how to ensure that their dairies are progressive and profitable.
Conference Highlights:
Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saving the Environment Through Capitalism
The eco-benefits of rbST are substantial, allowing more milk to be produced with less land, less waste and fewer green house gas (GHG) emissions. Hear how conventional production systems can provide a more affordable, economically sustainable food supply than natural or organic methods.
Presenter: Alex Avery – Center for Global Food Issues
Wednesday, 2-3 p.m. If I Knew Then What I Know Now …
Planning an expansion? Learn the correct way to permit your dairy operation prior to expanding and how to avoid unnecessary delays and costs.
Panelists: Jen Keuning – Conestoga-Rovers & Associates
Bryan Ellefson – Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
John Roach – Roach and Associates, LLC
Noon-12:30 p.m. Learning As We Grow
Many changes have occurred in Wisconsin’s dairy industry. Hear from DBA producer-members as they share their thoughts and insights on the following topics:
Jay Richardson – Dairy Finance, Inflation & Cost of Production
Dr. Don Niles – Expansion Planning for Cattle Needs
Larry Dufek – Pitfalls and Potholes of Dairy Farm Expansion