For more than eight decades, the Cornell Nutrition Conference has been a trusted source of cutting-edge research and information on animal nutrition for professionals and consultants in the feed industry. The conference focuses on providing industry-leading insights across the entire spectrum of animal nutrition and has become a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field.
Attendees can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends and developments in animal nutrition, as well as practical insights and actionable advice that they can apply to their own work. Whether you are a seasoned industry veteran or just starting out in the field, the Cornell Nutrition Conference is an invaluable resource that can help you take your career to the next level.
October 22 - 24, 2024
East Syracuse, New York
October 22, 2024
Pre-Conference Symposium presented by Phibro Animal Health Corporation
The Unique Mineral Needs and Impacts of Minerals in Transition Dairy Cows
October 23, 2024
Wednesday breakfast sponsored by Novus
Unlocking feed efficiency through rumen fermentation
Dr. Hannah Tucker, NOVUS
October 24, 2024
Thursday breakfast sponsored by Selko
Glucose Trafficking in a Cow’s Energy Economy
Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University
Agenda
This year's agenda has been approved for up to 15 ARPAS CEUs.
Pre-Conference Symposium sponsored by Phibro Animal Health Corporation
The unique mineral needs and impacts of minerals in transition dairy cows
1:00 PM
Welcome
Dr. Dave Kirk, Phibro Animal Health Corporation
1:20 PM
How much phosphorus should we feed to transition dairy cows?
Dr. Walter Gruenberg, Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen
2:00 PM
Vitamin D: Support for immunity and transition cow performance
Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of Florida
2:40 PM
Break
3:10 PM
Optimal vs. adequate: Trace minerals in transition cows
Dr. Stephanie Hansen, Iowa State University
3:50 PM
A different perspective on metabolic acidosis: Impacts on glucose and lipid metabolism
Dr. Heather White, University of Wisconsin
4:40 PM
Summary and review
Dr. Ken Zanzalari, Phibro Animal Health Corporation
5:00 PM
Adjourn and Evening Reception
6:30 AM
Breakfast, sponsored by NOVUS
7:00 AM
Unlocking feed efficiency through rumen fermentation
Dr. Hannah Tucker, NOVUS
8:15 AM
Welcome
8:20 AM
Timing and extent of skeletal muscle depletion and accretion
Dr. Jackie Boerman, Purdue University
9:00 AM
Amino acid balancing related to health and reproduction in dry and lactating dairy cattle
Dr. Phil Cardoso, University of Illinois
9:40 AM
Presentation of Maynard Award and Danny Fox Graduate Fellowship
Dr. Tom Overton, Cornell University, Department of Animal Science
9:50 AM
Break
Sponsored by Volac, Inc.
10:10 AM
Simulating diverse dairy management systems with the RuFaS model
Dr. Kristan Reed
10:40 AM
Effects of yeast culture in broiler chickens
Xingen Lei, Cornell University
11:10 AM
Regulation of lipid metabolism during fasting
Sander Kersten, Cornell University
11:50 AM
Setting calves up for success: Pre- and postnatal nutritional strategies
Billy Brown, Kansas State University
12:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 PM
From moo to measurement: Investigating enteric methane with cutting-edge technology
Ananda Fontoura and Joe McFadden, Cornell University
2:00 PM
Sustainable dairy plans to reduce livestock methane: How do we moo’ve in the right direction to achieve positive global impact?
Ryan Smith, Danone; Guillermo Schroeder, Cargill; Anshuman Bhatia, Mars; Rebecca Manning, Ben and Jerry’s
Moderated by Joe McFadden, Cornell University
3:00 PM
Break
Sponsored by HarvXtra Alfalfa by Forage Genetics International
3:30 PM
Cows, climate and carbon: Challenges and opportunities for the Northeast dairy industry
Karl Czymmek, Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY
4:15 PM
Dairy farming & greenhouse gas emissions: How do we get started?
Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University; Kirsten Workman, Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY; Lauren Ray, Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY; and Olivia Godber; Cornell Unversity
Moderated by Karl Czymmek, Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY
5:30 PM
Evening Reception
6:30 AM
Breakfast, sponsored by Selko
7:00 AM
Glucose trafficking in a cow’s energy economy
Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University
8:15 AM
Welcome
8:20 AM
Cornell University Graduate Student Research Spotlights
- The effect of increasing lysine supplementation on milk production performance - Alex Benoit, Cornell University
- Effects of dietary lipid supplements and feeding level on milk production and methane emissions in Holstein dairy cows - Fabian Gutierrez Oviedo, Cornell University
- Nutritional benefits of feeding hempseed meal to laying hens as a sustainable feed protein alternative - Keith Ou, Cornell University
9:10 AM
Charlie Sniffen Graduate Research Presentation, sponsored by Kemin Animal Nutrition and Health
Effect of feeding cashew nutshell extract to lactating dairy cows
Gift Omoruyi, Miner Institute/University of Vermont
9:50 AM
Break
10:10 AM
Transition cow: Immune suppression or state of immune robustness?
Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University
10:50 AM
Coming soon!
Tom Overton, Cornell University
11:30 AM
Does the Concept of Nitrogen Efficiency Make Sense?
Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University
12:10 PM
Adjourn
2024 Conference Hotel Information
Doubletree by Hilton
6301 State Route 298, East Syracuse, NY 13057
(315) 432-0200
Group Room Rate
$137.00 per night single/double occupancy
Group Code: CNC
Book Online
Reservation Deadline: September 20, 2024
If you will need more than 5 reservations for your company, please contact Beth Bartlett at marybeth.bartlett [at] hilton.com with your request. Individual names for group reservations are due by October 1 to avoid penalty.
- Book your hotel by September 20, 2024 to receive the reduced conference rate.
- All hotel rates are subject to state, local and occupancy taxes.
- Rates apply to reservations between October 20 and 24 only. If you choose to make a reservation beyond these dates, the system will respond with no availability.
- You may cancel your individual reservation up to 48 hours before your arrival without charge.
- Individual names should be used when making reservations. If requesting multiple rooms under the same name, you will be asked by the hotel to supply individual names no later than 45 days prior to check-in. We have received an increasing number of cancellations which limits the availability of rooms to other guests. We appreciate your assistance in making accurate reservations so that we can continue to offer discounted rates to conference attendees.
Address: 6301 State Route 298, East Syracuse, NY 13057
Just off I-90 in east Syracuse, the hotel is within 15 minutes of Destiny USA shopping, Syracuse University, and the famous Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. A complimentary shuttle is available from the Syracuse Hancock International Airport, a six-mile ride from the hotel.
- Restaurant services have been limited to breakfast (6:30 - 9:30 AM) and dinner/bar (5:00 - 10:00 PM).
- Room service and lunch are currently unavailable.
More Information
Heather Darrow
- (607) 255-4478
- hh96 [at] cornell.edu
Thomas Overton
- (607) 255-2878
- tro2 [at] cornell.edu
Conference Committee
- Tom Overton - Chair
- Heather Darrow - Conference Coordinator
- Larry Chase - Cornell University
- Heather Dann, Miner Institute
- Debbie Cherney, Cornell University
- Quirine Ketterings, Cornell University
- Xingen Lei, Cornell University
- Joseph McFadden, Cornell University
- Sarah Morrison, Miner Institute
- Kristan Reed, Cornell University
- Nathalie Trottier, Cornell University
- Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University
Future Conference Dates
All conferences will be hosted at the Doubletree by Hilton, East Syracuse, NY
- October 21 - 23, 2025
- October 20 - 22, 2026
- October 19 - 21, 2027
- October 17 - 19, 2028