Dairy producers and genetic enthusiasts are invited to join the 2025 CDCB Industry Meeting. Registration is now open.

Taking place on Wed., Oct. 1, at World Dairy Expo, this is a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about advanced research and new traits on the horizon. In addition, a producer panel will feature discussion on genetic program metrics and insights. The event will also be available via livestream, with the link shared prior to the meeting to those who are registered.

Agenda

7:30 to 8:00 a.m.
Doors open and hospitality

8:00 a.m.
Welcome
Jay Weiker, CDCB Chair

8:05 a.m.
2025 CDCB Annual Report
João Dürr, Ph.D., CDCB CEO

8:20 a.m.
Calculating Milking Speed (MSPD) PTAs Using Sensor Data
Kristen Gaddis, Ph.D., CDCB Geneticist

8:40 a.m.
Genetic Tools for Healthier Calves
John Cole, Ph.D., CDCB Chief Research and Development Officer, CDCB

9:00 a.m.
Improving the Wheels on the Car – Hoof Health and Mobility
Ashley Ling, Ph.D., CDCB Geneticist

9:20 a.m.
Refreshment Break

9:50 a.m.
Modern Herds, Modern Hurdles: Aligning Fertility Evaluations
Taylor McWhorter, Ph.D., CDCB Geneticist

10:25 a.m.
Additional Research in Progress and Traits of the Future
John B. Cole, Ph.D., CDCB Chief Research and Development Officer

10:35 a.m.
Cows Can Live Longer – Should We Let Them?
Albert De Vries, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Animal Science, University of Florida

10:45 a.m.
Producer Panel: Cows Can Live Longer – Are We Letting Them?
Kristen Metcalf, Glacier Edge Dairy, Milton, Wis.
Eric Grotegut, Grotegut Dairy, Newton, Wis.
Glenn Kline, Y Run Farms LLC, Troy, Penn.

11:25 a.m.
Closing Comments & Adjourn
João Dürr, PhD, CDCB CEO

For more information about the topics and speakers, see HERE!