The Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences is an academic department of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences inspires original thinking in collaborative research, innovative instruction and outreach to foster scientific discoveries, produce skilled leaders and advance animal agriculture and sustainable food systems to enrich the lives of students, scientists, stakeholders and society.
The department is committed to researching and investigating our grand challenges in the fields of animal sciences, dairy science, and meat science. These grand challenges include land & water stewardship, precision livestock farming, biomedical advancements, animal health & welfare, and food safety.
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1675 Observatory Dr
Madison, Wisconsin 53706, US
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UW Madison Extension is hiring! The Dairy and Livestock Program Manager is an exciting position meant to provide leadership for Extension's Dairy and Livestock Program. Find the full posting at: https://lnkd.in/eMGkcuhG
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Trinidad Fernández Wallace was a fan favorite at the 3-minute thesis competition! Wallace presented her Hub-funded project “Understanding and Supporting Immune Function in Dairy Cows During the Transition Period” Watch her presentation at https://ow.ly/hPSy50VsOjV
Planning to attend the ADSA meeting in Louisville? Don’t miss Dr. Lautaro Rostoll Cangiano speaking at the Wine & Cheese event 🍷🧀🐄
🍷 Join Wine&Cheese 2025 for an Exclusive Scientific Event! 🧀 If you’re attending the 2025 ADSA Annual Meeting in Louisville, don’t miss this special gathering! Join us for an engaging discussion on “Balancing the Equation: Nutrition and Immunity in Dairy Herds”, presented by Pr. Lautaro Rostoll Cangiano (University of Wisconsin-Madison). 📅 Monday, June 23, 2025 – 6.30 pm 📍 Louisville Marriott Downtown This event is a unique opportunity to explore the link between nutrition and immunity in dairy cows, connect with industry experts, and celebrate outstanding young scientists applying for the Charles Schwab Award. Enjoy an evening of insightful conversations, valuable networking, and of course, great wine and cheese! 🔗 Register now to secure your spot : https://lnkd.in/eqw6tFfu #Adisseo #WineAndCheese #ADSA2025 #DairyNutrition #DairyScience #NutritionAndImmunity #SustainableDairy
📆 Save the Date 📆 The Smart Calf Rearing Conference is coming to UW–Madison from September 25–27, 2025, the week before World Dairy Expo! 🔹 Expert-Led Sessions (Sept. 25–26): Stay up to date with the latest research and innovations in calf rearing. 🔹 Producers Day (Sept. 27): Gain practical takeaways and valuable networking opportunities tailored for on-farm applications. 📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with top experts in the field! 🔗 Learn more & register at the link in the post below. #DairyScience #CalfRearing #UWMadison #SmartCalfRearing #DairyInnovation #WorldDairyExpo
The Smart Calf Rearing Conference is coming to UW-Madison in September, the week before World Dairy Expo! We are thrilled to invite you to this Conference taking place from September 25 to 27, 2025, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This international scientific conference brings together leading scientists, industry experts, and progressive farmers for three days of insightful discussions, groundbreaking research, and practical solutions in modern calf management. https://lnkd.in/gH989vXS What to Expect? Expert-Led Sessions on September 25th and 26th: Discover the latest research and innovations in calf rearing. Check the full program here: https://lnkd.in/gRTTdANa Producers Day on September 27th: Engage in practical takeaways and networking opportunities tailored for practical applications on farm. Check the producer day program here: https://lnkd.in/gKSdra5T Registration: Secure your spot today by visiting our official website: https://lnkd.in/gftdJ33U Jimena Laporta, Sabine Mann, Joao H C Costa, Dave Renaud, Michael Steele, Juliette Wilms, Marcos Marcondes, Josef J. Gross, Ángel Abuelo Sebio, Sébastien Buczinski, Dirk Werling, Heather Neave, Bethany Dado-Senn, Jennifer Van Os, Robert James, Jan Ziemerink, Terri Ollivett Förster-Technik GmbH, Trouw Nutrition, Lallemand Animal Nutrition, Saskatoon Colostrum Company, Vita Plus Corporation
Our department was thrilled to take part in Piglet Day at the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center! Over 600 guests joined us for this incredible event, where they had the chance to interact with piglets, learn more about swine production, and engage in hands-on educational activities. A huge thank you to the Wisconsin Pork Association and Peter Family Show Pigs for helping bring this experience to life. Events like these are a fantastic way to connect the public with agriculture, and we’re always excited to share our passion for animal science! 🐷💗 #PigletDay #AnimalScience #UWMadison #AgricultureEducation
This past weekend, we welcomed over 600 guests to one of our most popular events: Piglet Day! 🐷 Peter Family Show Pigs brought a mama sow and her adorable piglets, giving our guests the unique opportunity to interact with and pet them. The WISCONSIN PORK ASSOCIATION and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences added to the excitement with hands-on, interactive swine activities, making the day educational and fun! A huge thank you to our key collaborators and everyone who joined us for this unforgettable day.
🌾 Happy National Agriculture Day! 🌾 Today, we celebrate the hardworking individuals and innovative research that make agriculture a vital part of our lives. At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences is proud to be at the forefront of advancing agricultural knowledge, enhancing animal care, and improving sustainability in the agriculture industry. 🐄 🐖 🐑 Our faculty, students, and staff are dedicated to fostering the next generation of leaders in the agricultural sector through cutting-edge research and hands-on learning. Together, we are committed to finding solutions that will shape the future of food, farming, and animal welfare. 🌱 As we celebrate this important day, let’s take a moment to recognize the role agriculture plays in our communities and the world. Whether it's producing nutritious food or driving economic growth, agriculture is at the heart of a thriving society. 💚 #NationalAgricultureDay #UWMadison #AnimalAndDairySciences #Agriculture #Sustainability #AgricultureInnovation #FutureOfFarming
Graduate student Jack S. Myers details his research on milk pricing and its impact on the entire supply chain. Read more below ⬇️
Continuing our day of farm business sessions at the Professional Dairy Producers business conference, Jack S. Myers provided an update on Federal Milk Marketing Orders and changes that will take effect this June. Jack is a PhD student in University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences working on dairy markets, dairy policy, and specifically, examining the impacts on farm milk prices of proposed changes to pricing formulas under Federal Milk Marketing Orders. We are so grateful for this professional development opportunity!
Don't miss this live Dairy Farmer Panel with our very own Dr. Paul Fricke. Register for the live stream at the link in the post below ↙️
Regional Dairy Educator at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension
📢 Wisconsin Dairy Farmers, Veterinarians, & Dairy Consultants! Join a live Dairy Farmer Panel with Dr. Paul Fricke on March 18 at 11am CDT. 🐄✨ Free registration: https://lnkd.in/e9CuzbCW ↗️ Hear from top producers and ask your questions in this interactive session. #DairyFarming #UWExtension #FreeEvent
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Wish you knew more about how the Hub is impacting your community? We have the perfect event for you! Join us and Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association March 20th to Discover the Dairy Innovation Hub. Reserve your seat now 👉 https://ow.ly/sm4y50VgYO5
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Curious about nutritional strategies to reduce methane emissions in your dairy herd? What about the 💰 value to your bottom line? Phd student Matheus Rebouças Pupo and Chuck Nicholson, associate professor at UW-Madison, break it down. This research is funded by the Dairy Innovation Hub!