Hosted on March 19, 2022, this Spring Classic sale averaged $2,603 on 54 lots including embryos, absentia lots and live lots.  The high seller was an absentia lot from La Casa De Leche, which sold to ST Genetics for $22,500.   The alumni network established through the Dairy Fellows program was essential in acquiring a lot of consignments, while sale chairs and members utilized their personal networks to find additional consignors.

From pistachios to lactating goats, dairy farms to nut producers, citrus farms to a carrot processing facility, 51 students enjoyed an 8-day trip through California's diverse agriculture industry in the Central Valley. In January, 50 CUDS members continued the tradition of traveling to California to learn more about agriculture on the West Coast. Special thanks to Doug DeGroff '96 for his planning efforts and dedication to support the club.

One of the main goals of CUDS is to teach members how to discuss aspects of the dairy industry effectively and accurately. Lauren Chambliss, a senior lecturer in Cornell’s Department of Communication, discussed how to relay information in a professional and effective manner. Emma Andrew-Swarthout, American Dairy Association Northeast took a deeper dive into specific topics related to the dairy industry and how to connect with consumers about these topics. This training helped prepare members for interactions at other events later in the semester.

In January 2020, 45 CUDS members had the opportunity to travel to Italy. During this International Study Trip, students were able to learn about the agricultural practices in the Italian culture and the roles that farming and food play in their lives. While there was an emphasis on dairy production, the club also explored other facets of agriculture. These included various cheese production facilities, a winery, a water buffalo dairy, and a balsamic vinegar production operation. The club also had the opportunity to engage with and learn about the historical significance of the country by touring the city of Rome, where we were able to visit many monuments including The Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, and St. Peter’s Basilica.

In January 2020, 38 students and five chaperones had the opportunity to travel to Beijing, China and collaborate with students from the China Agriculture University (CAU). During the ten-day trip, Cornell and CAU students were divided into groups and worked together to evaluate Chinese dairy farms for the Dairy Opportunity Challenge. Students also toured several dairy farms and dairy processing centers, and were able to evaluate the differences in production and processing of milk between the United States and China. Club members had the opportunity to learn about the rich history and culture of China from CAU students and through visiting historical landmarks including the Great Wall of China and Tiananmen Square. Many members would describe this as a once in a lifetime opportunity!