Dairy Nutrition and Management Shortcourse

The Dairy Nutrition and Management Shortcourse and the Advanced Dairy Nutrition and Management Shortcourse are conducted in opposite years as a collaboration between Cornell University and Miner Institute with additional invited course faculty from other universities.

Course Summary

The Dairy Nutrition and Management Shortcourse blends classroom-based instruction with practical skill development along with networking opportunities with attendees and with course faculty in informal settings. This course is designed primarily for early career nutritionists and allied industry professionals seeking a more comprehensive foundation in the principles of dairy cattle nutrition and their application within dairy herd management.

Next course: June 2027

W. H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute

Miner Center Educational Building
586 Ridge Road
Chazy, NY 12921

Enrollment is limited to 75 participants and will fill quickly - registration will open in April 2027

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Basic dairy nutrition online course

Presented as a partnership of Cornell University and Miner Institute, this Basic Dairy Nutrition Shortcourse covers basic principles of dairy cattle nutrition and their application within dairy herd management. It is designed primarily for beginning nutritionists and allied industry professionals seeking a more comprehensive foundation or a refresher in dairy cattle nutrition.

Originally presented in a virtual format, it is available now on-demand. The on-demand format includes access to 14 hours of pre-recorded content and supplemental materials that may be accessed for 6 months once enrolled.

Learn more about the course

cows eat in a barn — Photo by Allison Usavage.

Shortcourse Information

Topics

Forage production and silage management
Carbohydrates, protein and amino acids, and fat and fatty acids
Calf and heifer nutrition
Environmental aspects of dairy nutrition
Nutrition and milk components
Transition cow nutrition and management
Practical round robin stations
And more!!

Business casual or casual dress (jeans/shorts) is appropriate for the course. We will be visiting the Miner Institute Dairy Center on Wednesday afternoon for practical round robins (plastic overshoes will be provided). Appropriate dress is recommended.

Who should attend

Participants who have enjoyed this course in-person at Miner Institute in the past include:

recently hired nutritionists for feed companies and consulting groups
sales and technical services representatives in the feed and animal health industries
extension professionals
veterinarians
graduate and veterinary students

Course faculty

Instructors from Cornell University and Miner Institute all have extensive experience working in their topic areas and engaging with dairy industry professionals.

Dr. Larry Chase - Cornell University
Dr. Heather Dann - Miner Institute
Dr. Rick Grant - Miner Institute
Joe Lawrence - Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY
Dr. Marcos Marcondes - Miner Institute
Dr. Sarah Morrison - Miner Institute
Dr. Tom Overton - Cornell University
Ricky Scuderi – Miner Institute/Lallemand Animal Nutrition
Dr. Mike Van Amburgh - Cornell University

Additional information

Online course and proceedings

An on-demand online course featuring many of the same topic areas is also available. Once accessed, you will have 6 months to complete the course content consisting of approximately 14 hours of pre-recorded content and supplemental materials.

Separetely, approved materials from the 2023 course are available for download electronically. View the 2023 course agenda.

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Heather Darrow

Conference Coordinator

Animal Science

PRO-DAIRY

Heather Darrow

(607) 255-4478
hh96 [at] cornell.edu

Accessibility

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If accommodations are needed to participate or fully access content, please contact Heather Darrow at hh96 [at] cornell.edu (hh96[at]cornell[dot]edu).