Join us for a workshop led by bedded pack expert Dr. Marcia Endres, professor of Animal Sciences at the University of Minnesota. This in-person event will be held at Stony Pond Farm in Fairfield, VT, with farm owners Tyler Webb and Melanie Ross giving a tour of their composted bedded pack barn.
Bob Thompson of NRCS will share information about bedded pack management in Vermont, as well as financial support programs available. Attendance of this workshop fulfills NRCS's bedded pack training requirement to apply for funding for bedded pack barns.
Dr. Marcia Endres, an expert in dairy cattle production and well-being, has conducted extensive research on bedded pack barns for dairy production. She will discuss the benefits, challenges, and management best-practices to consider when planning a bedded pack barn for milkers, dry cows, and heifers.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and network with fellow farmers!
This workshop is free and registration is requested.
To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, contact Kelsie Meehan at 802-656-4829 or [email protected] at least two weeks before the event so we may assist you. Contact Kelsie with program questions or for additional information.
This event is sponsored by UVM Extension and the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center.
