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Our team of technical service providers will deliver technical assistance to dairy farmers throughout the state, targeting specific areas of dairy management with the goal of making improvements to their operations and improving economic viability.

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Congratulations to the 2025 Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year: Four Girls Dairy, in Fairfax. 

Events

Feeding for the Future: Lessons from Rockbottom Dairy on Pasture and Grain Integration, 10/22/25
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Join us at Rockbottom Dairy Farm for a hands-on discussion and field demonstration exploring the integration of grain feeders into an organic dairy system. This on-farm event will highlight the decision-making process, design considerations, and management strategies that come with introducing grain feeders on pasture-based organic dairies.

Participants will hear directly from the Rockbottom team about their goals, challenges, and lessons learned through the implementation process. Topics will include:

  • Evaluating the role of grain in organic dairy nutrition
  • Practical considerations for feeder design and placement
  • Impacts on cow behavior, pasture management, and labor
  • Economic and herd health outcomes

Whether you are considering feeders for your own operation or simply want to learn more about their place in organic systems, this event provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with fellow producers and technical advisors.

Who should attend: Organic and pasture-based dairy farmers, service providers, and anyone interested in innovative feeding strategies.

Register Online

https://go.uvm.edu/rockbottom

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