Florida Dairy Production Conference Archives

• 2019 - Present

  56th Conference, December 1, 2022

  Complete Proceedings
  What Have We Learned About Feed Efficiency in Dairy Cows	Jose Santos, Dept. Animal Sciences, University of Florida
  Strategic Use Of Ovarian Data to Improve Pregnancy Outcomes Following Timed AI	Rafael Bisinotto, Dept. Large Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida
  Considering Dairy Calf Social Behavior to Improve Welfare	Emily Miller-Cushon, Dept. Animal Sciences, University of Florida
  The Impact of Season And Heat Stress On Uterine Disease	John Bromfield. Dept. Animal Sciences, University of Florida
  Making A Dairy Cow That Is Genetically More Resistant to Heat Stress	Peter Hansen. Dept. Animal Sciences, University of Florida
  Heat abatement during the pre-weaning period	Ricardo Chebel, Dept. Large Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida
  Alleviating Heat Stress	Geoffrey Dahl, Dept. Animal Sciences, University of Florida

   

  55th Conference, September 18, 2019

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 30 MB)
  Dairy calf and heifer management: influence of nutrition, socialization, performance, and welfare	Joao Costa, University of Kentucky
  Selecting replacement heifers	Francisco Penagaricano, University of Florida
  Critical aspects for improving reproductive success	Milo Wiltbank, University of Wisconsin
  Nutritional manipulations to improve health and fertility	Jose Santos, University of Florida
  Addressing animal welfare concerns in dairy farming	Meggan Hain, Organic Valley Cooperative
  When dairy farming meets social media: sharing my experience	Tara Vander Dussen, New Mexico Milkmaid, New Mexico
  When dairy farming meets social media: sharing my experience	Brittany Nickerson Thurlow & Courtney Nickerson Campbell, Nickerson Cattle Company and Nickerson Bar III, Florida
  Southeast Milk Check-off Summaries 2017
  Program and Sponsors

• 2015 - 2018

  54th Conference, September 26, 2018

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 26 MB)
  Team building to maximize performance and animal welfare	Don Niles, Dairy Dreams, Wisconsin
  The economics of animal welfare	Ricardo Chebel, University of Florida
  How to implement a successful milk quality program	Pamela Ruegg, Michigan State University
  Impact of transition disorders on production and reproduction performance	Rafael Bisinotto, University of Florida
  Feeding transition cows	Michael Hutjens, University of Illinois
  Forage options for dairy farms in the Southeast	Jose Dubeux, University of Florida
  My experience with undercover activist videos: improving public perception of dairy production	Jacob Larson, Larson Dairy, Florida
  Optimizing dairy cattle management and welfare	Kyle Averhoff, Royal Farms Dairy, Kansas
  Southeast Milk Check-off Summaries 2016
  Program and Sponsors

  53rd Conference, April 20, 2017

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 86 MB)
  Alternative strategies for improving feed efficiency and sustainability	Michael VandeHaar, Michigan State University
  Improving efficiency of microbial growth in order to reduce protein feed costs for cows	Timothy Hackmann, University of Florida
  Lessons from 30 years working with dairy producers in Florida	Art Donovan, University of Florida
  Effects of prepartum acidogenic salts on calcium and energy metabolism in transition cows	Corwin Nelson, University of Florida
  Genetic and non-genetic effects on embryo production technologies	Peter Hansen, University of Florida
  Challenges, opportunities, and prospects of US dairy production	Gordie Jones, Central Sands Dairy, Wisconsin
  The role of the modern dairy cow in improving the profitability of dairy production	Greg Andersen, Seagull Bay Dairy, Idaho
  Thinking outside the box: one Panhandle farm's quest for sustainability	Meghan Austin, Cindale Farms, Florida
  Southeast Milk Check-off Summaries 2015
  Brochure
  Sponsors

  52nd Conference, April 6, 2016

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 31 MB)
  What dairy farmers should know about genetic selection	Francisco Peñagaricano, University of Florida
  Opportunity costs when choosing service sires	Ole Meland, formerly CDCB
  Minimizing costs of mastitis through enhancing antimicrobial protein production in the udder	Corwin Nelson, University of Florida
  Improving milk quality: Troubleshooting high laboratory bacteria counts on the farm	Jamie Cantrell, Dairy Farmers of America
  Warm-season perennial grass management in Florida	Joao Vendramini, University of Florida
  Current strategies to increase nutritive value of corn silage	Luiz Ferraretto, University of Florida
  Economic evaluation of dairy cow stocking density	Albert De Vries, University of Florida
  Opportunities for making milk in the Southeast: Full Circle Dairy, FL	Eric Diepersloot, Full Circle Dairy, FL
  Overcoming challenges during the adoption of new technologies: Abel Dairy Farms, WI	Steve Abel, Abel Dairy Farms, WI
  Southeast Milk Check-off Summaries 2014
  Brochure
  Sponsors

  51st Conference, April 29, 2015

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 15.97 MB)
  Program
  Intensive calf feeding programs	Emily Miller-Cushon, University of Florida
  Decoding Genomic Selection and the Benefit for Unconventional Traits	Peter Hansen, University of Florida
  Genomic Selection for Sires and Replacement Heifers	Christian Maltecca, North Carolina State University
  Transition Period: Accommodating Group Changes and Cow Needs	Ricardo Chebel, University of Florida
  Technologies for Monitoring Transition Cows	Jeffrey Bewley, University of Kentucky
  Effects of Maturity at Harvest on the Nutritional Value, Yield and Milk Production Potential of Corn Hybrids Planted under Subtropical Conditions	Kathy Arriola et al., University of Florida
  Effect of Supplemental Progesterone during Follicle Growth on Fertility of Dairy Cows without a Corpus Luteum	Rafael Bisinotto et al., University of Florida
  Use of Chitosan Microparticles to Prevent Metritis in Lactating Dairy Cows	Soo Jin Jeon et al., University of Florida
  Use of chitosan microparticles to prevent metritis in lactating dairy cows	R. Daetz et al., University of Florida
  Business Strategy for My Expanding Herd	Brent Czech, New Heights Dairy, Minnesota
  Milk Checkoff Abstracts
  Brochure
  Sponsors

• 2010 - 2014

  50th Conference, April 9, 2014

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 5.57 MB)
  Program
  Avoiding the Two Greatest Silage Problems	Adegbola Adesogan, University of Florida
  Goals for My Udder Health Research	Corwin Nelson, University of Florida
  Management and Training of Dairy Personnel: Emphasis on Team Work and Performance	Gustavo Schuenemann, The Ohio State University
  Goals for My Program in Rumen Microbiology	Tim Hackmann, University of Florida
  Early Life Nutrition and Management Impacts Long-Term Productivity of Calves	Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University
  Management Opportunities for Improving Profitability of SE Dairies: Where are the Real Dollars?	Bruno do Amaral, Purina Animal Nutrition
  Producer’s View of Staying Ahead in the Dairy Business: Strategy for Brooksco, Jeffco, and Westbrook	Calvin Moody, Brooksco, Jeffco, and Westbrook farms
  Producer’s View of Staying Ahead in the Dairy Business: Staying Ahead – Wisconsin Style	Don Niles, Dairy Dreams LLC, Wisconsin
  Discussion: Staying Ahead in the Dairy Business	Jose Santos, University of Florida
  Brochure

  49th Conference, March 16, 2013

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 2.25 MB)
  Program
  Animal welfare, societal concerns and implications for the Florida dairy industry	Jan Shearer, Iowa State University
  Feed price outlook and risk management for dairy producers	Curt Lacy, University of Georgia
  Trends in SE DHIA dairy industry and SE DHIA awards	Ray West, Southeast DHIA
  Genetic control of heat stress in dairy cattle	Peter Hansen, University of Florida
  Genetic selection opportunities to improve feed efficiency	Chad Dechow, Penn State University
  Our approach to speeding up development of the cow of the future	Donnald Bennink, North Florida Holsteins
  Virtual tour: M&B Products Inc.	Dale McClellan, M & B Products
  Speaker panel: Hot topics in the Florida dairy Industry	Mary Sowerby, University of Florida
  Brochure

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  48th Conference, March 21, 2012

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 1.10 MB)
  Many Facets of Dairy Risk Management	John VanSickle, University of Florida
  Weighted Cost of Capital on Florida Dairy Farms	Albert De Vries et al., Univ. of Florida
  Florida and the Dairy Industry: “Four Key Areas”	Calvin Covington, North Carolina
  Evaluation of Cool-Season Forages That Maximize Forage Production andQuality to Enhance Milk Production for Southeastern Dairies	Ann Blount, University of Florida
  Impact of Dry Cow Cooling on Subsequent Performance and Health	Geoff Dahl, University of Florida
  What Does it Take? "500,000 SCC to <200,000 SCC" The Changes Made at the UF Dairy Unit	Eric Diepersloot, Univ. of Florida
  Effective Use of Standard Operating Procedures on Dairies to Improve Herd Health	Fiona Maunsell, University of Florida
  Appendix

  47th Conference, March 30, 2011

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 1,267 KB)
  Program
  New Challenges, New Ideas: An Overview of Dairy Issues and Policies Leading to the 2012 Farm Bill	Andrew Novakovic, Cornell Univ.
  Producing Quality Milk in Florida	David Bray, University of Florida
  Florida Dairy Youth Programs	Chris Holcomb, University of Florida
  Identifying and Treating Uterine Disease in Dairy Cows	Klibs Galvo, University of Florida
  The Use of Technology for Improved Cow Health to Increase Production and Reproduction	Eric Diepersloot, University of Florida
  Dairy Lending: a Lender’s Perspective	Jeffrey Spencer, Farm Credit of Florida
  Feeding Cows with Increasing Feed Prices: Efficiencies, Feed Options, and Quality Control	Charlie Stallings, Virginia Tech
  Reproductive Programs for Florida Dairy Herds	Jose Santos et al., Univ. of Florida
  Appendix

  No meeting was held in 2010

• 2005 - 2009

  46th Conference, April 28, 2009

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 1,395 KB)
  Program
  Surviving Low Milk Prices	Greg Bethard, North Carolina State Univ.
  Environmental Challenges Ahead for the U.S. Dairy Industry	Wendy Powers, Michigan State Univ.
  Anaerobic Digester Feasibility Study and Business Plan Road Map for Dairy Farms in Florida (slides)	William Jorgenson, SJH and Co.
  The Five Key Factors in Transition Cow Management of Freestall Dairy Herds	Ken Nordlund, Univ. of Wisconsin
  Using Reproductive Records: Basics of Monitoring	Mike Overton, University of Georgia
  Toe Lesions in Dairy Cattle	Jan Shearer, University of Florida
  Lessons Learned from Grazing Dairies	Steve Washburn, North Carolina State Univ.
  Grazing and Alternative Dairy Production Systems (producer panel)
  Appendix

  45th Conference, April 29, 2008

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 665 KB)
  Program
  Feed Efficiency Opportunities with 2008 Feed Cost	Michael Hutjens, University of Illinois
  A.I. Technology is Changing Rapidly!! (Molecular Genetics and Sexed Semen)	David Thorbahn, Select Sires
  Florida Dairy Youth Program Update	Brent Broaddus, University of Florida
  Feeding Management to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Dairy Farms	Robert James et al., Virginia Tech
  Development of a High Fertility Timed Insemination Program for Dairy Heifers	William W. Thatcher et al., University of Florida
  Is Testing Cows for Disease Resistance a Practical Tool for Managing Health in Dairy cows?	Jason De La Plaz et al., University of Florida
  Effect of Rust Infestation on Silage Quality	Adegbola Adesogan et al., University of Florida
  Direct Comparison of Natural Service vs. Timed AI: Reproductive Efficiency and Economics	Fabio Lima et al., University of Florida
  Sexed Semen Economics	Albert De Vries, University of Florida
  Sire Selection and Use of Gender-Biased Semen: Producer Panel (producer panel)
  Appendix
  Pictures taken during Conference (PDF, 16.6 MB)

  44th Conference, May 1 - 2, 2007

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 2.7 MB)
  Program
  Hot Issues that Affect Milk Production (Inter)Nationally	Steve Larson, Hoard's Dairyman, WI
  Feeding Dairy Cows when Corn Prices are High	Charles Staples, University of Florida
  Improving Dairy Cow Fertility Through Genetics	Peter Hansen, University of Florida
  The Direction of Milk Marketing: from r-BST-Free to the Future of Federal Orders	May Keough Ledman, Libertyville, IL
  Employee Management for Producing Results on Your Dairy	Jorge Estrada, Graham, WA
  Employee Management (producer panel)
  Appendix
  Pictures taken during Conference (PDF, 39.9 MB)

  43rd Conference, May 2, 2006

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 3.3 MB)
  Program
  The South CAN Rise Again	Jim Dickrell, Editor Dairy Today, MN
  Genetics for the Future Southeast Dairy Industry	Marjorie Faust, ABS Global, WI
  Supply of Milk to Southeast Markets	Calvin Covington, Southeast Milk, FL
  Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) for Dairy Cattle Management	Dan Webb, University of Florida
  Economic Considerations of Sexed Semen on Your Dairy	Michael Overton, University of Georgia
  Ranking Dairy Cows for Optimal Breeding Decisions	Albert de Vries, University of Florida
  How to Optimize Corn Silage Quality in Florida	Adegbola Adesogan, University of Florida
  Future of Milk Production in Florida (producer panel)
  Appendix

  42nd Conference, May 3, 2005

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 0.3 MB)
  Program and Awards
  Frequent Milking in Early Lactation: Considerations for Implementation	Geoff Dahl, University of Illinois
  Crossbreeding: Why the Interest? What to Expect	Les Hansen et al., University of Minnesota
  How to Make the Most of My Multicultural Workforce	Miguel Morales, Monsanto, CA
  Reducing Variability in Your Breeding Program Using a Systematic Approach	Richard Wallace, University of Illinois
  Let There be Light: Photoperiod Management of Cows for Production and Health	Geoff Dahl, University of Illinois
  Update: Barn Cooling, Tunnel and Otherwise	David Bray and Ray Bucklin, University of Florida
  Recent SMI Check-Off Program and Project Summaries

• 2001 - 2004

  41st Conference, May 5, 2004

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 0.5 MB)
  Program and Awards
  Bedding Strategies in Free-stall Barns	John Bernard, University of Georgia
  Strategies for Dairying Success in the Future	Richard Waybright, Mason Dixon Farms, PA
  Latest on Tunnel Barns for Cow Comfort	David Bray and Ray Bucklin, University of Florida
  Can Dairy Farming be Profitable in 2010?	Terry Smith, Dairy Strategies, WI
  Under Construction: U.S. Animal Identification Program	Glenn Smith, Ag Infolink, CO
  Political Climate of BSE and COOL: How Does It Affect You at the Ranch?	Bryan Dierlam, NCBA, Washington, DC
  Have Marketing Plans Changed Given Ramifications of BSE?	Randy Blach, Cattle-Fax, Inglewood, CO
  Funded Check-Off Projects

  40th Conference, April 29-30, 2003

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 3.0 MB)
  Program and Awards
  State of Affairs in the FL Dairy Industry	Calvin Covington, Southeast Milk, FL
  Three Great Reasons for 3-A-Day of Dairy	Michelle Cooper, Dairy Farmers Inc, FL
  Transition Cow Management to Reduce Metabolic Disease and Improve Reproductive Management	Jose Santos, University of California
  Feeding Ryegrass Silage in the Southeast US	John Bernard, University of Georgia
  Fat Feeding Practices for Lactating Dairy Cows	Charles Staples, University of Florida
  Putting it All Together to Stay in Business	Mary Beth Hall, University of Florida
  Productive Life of Dairy Cows	Albert de Vries, University of Florida
  Cottonseed and Gossypol: Effects on Lactation, Reproduction and Health of Dairy Cattle	Jose Santos et al., University of California
  Feeding Whole Cottonseed in the 21st Century	John Bernard, University of Georgia
  Why Did You Do That?	Roger Natzke, University of Florida
  Effective Decision-Making	Nick Place, University of Florida
  DHIA Update	Dan Webb, University of Florida

  39th Conference, April 30 - May 1, 2002

  Complete Proceedings (PDF, 4.9 MB)
  Program and Awards
  State of Affairs in the FL Dairy Industry	Calvin Covington, Southeast Milk, FL
  Carrying the Message from the Farm to the Newsroom	Michelle Cooper et al., Dairy Farmers Inc, FL
  Trends in Today’s Genetics	Bennet Cassell, Virginia Tech, VA
  A Better Understanding of AI	Ray Nebel, Virginia Tech, VA
  Reproductive Management System – Field Observations	Nic Schoenberger, ABS Global, FL
  Management and Economics of Natural Service Bulls in Dairy Herds	Carlos Risco, University of Florida
  Should You Consider Crossbreeding?	Bennet Cassell, Virginia Tech, VA
  New Genes: Good and Bad	Tim Olson, University of Florida
  What is the Value of Getting a Cow Pregnant?	Albert de Vries, University of Florida
  DBAP Update	Russ Giesy et al., University of Florida
  Attendees of the 39th Annual Dairy Production Conference

  38th Conference, May 1-2, 2001

  Complete Proceedings
  Dairy Investment and Risk Management Strategies: Stay Ahead of the Curves	Marvin Hoekema, Dairy Strategies
  Pocket Dairy @ Dairy Herd Management Software for the Palm PC	Gary Griffin, DRPC, Raleigh, NC
  New DHIA Tools to Evaluate Herds Using Benchmark Comparisons for Production, Reproduction, Udder Health, and Young Stock	Dan Webb, University of Florida
  Optimizing Feed Particle Size for Health and Performance	Michael Hutjens et al., University of Illinois
  Revisions in 2001 NRC Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle: How Changes May Affect Your Rations	Mary Beth Hall, University of Florida
  Mycoplasma Again	Dave Bray et al., University of Florida
  An Environmental Comparison of Two Year-round Forage Systems Under Dairy Effluent Irrigation in Suwannee River Area	K.R. Woodard et al., UF/IFAS
  PCDART Timed AI Program	Bill Thatcher, Dan Webb, University of Florida

• 1997 - 2000

  37th Conference, May 2-3, 2000

  Program and Awards
  Dairy Programs Now In A New Department Of Animal Sciences	F. Glen Hembry
  History Of Dairy Programs At The University Of Florida	C.J. Wilcox, H.H. Van Horn
  Marketing Outlook	P. Joseph Wright
  DBAP98: Effect Of Type Of Feeding System On Costs Of Southeast Dairy Farms	M. DeLorenzo, R. Giesy, M. Sowerby, et al.
  Dairy Business Analysis Project: The Implications Of Herd Turnover On Profits	Marvin Hoekema, R. Giesy, M. Sowerby, et al.
  Reproductive Management Of Lactating Cows In 2000	Jeffrey Stevenson
  New Strategies To Increase Pregnancy Rates	W.W. Thatcher, F. Moreira, C.R. Risco
  Florida Voluntary Johne’s Disease Herd Status Program	Dix Harrell
  Improving The Chances Of Pregnancy Of Lactating Dairy Cows Through Fat Supplementation	C.R. Staples, W.W. Thatcher
  The Real Cost Of  Digestive Upset	M.B. Hall , K. S. Averhoff
  What’s New In Mastitis	David Bray
  The Phosphorus Index	Winston Tooke
  Phosphorus And Manure	H.H. Van Horn, M.B. Hall, Rick Lundquist, et al.
  Pasture-Based Systems For Lactating Cows: Summary Of Five Years Of Research	L.E. Sollenberger, C.R. Staples, B. Macoon, et al.
  Forage Program At Shenandoah Dairy	Ed Henderson
  Quality Grass Silage Production	Sutton Rucks

  36th Conference, May 4-5, 1999

  Program and Awards
  Milk Check- Off Program Review	Roger Natzke
  Summary Of A Decade Of Dairy Check-Off Research	D.R. Bray, P.J. Hansen, W.W. Thatcher, et al.
  Check-Off Committee Report	Ron St. John, Woody Larson, Gerald Fieser
  An "Outsider’s" Viewpoint Of The Florida Check-Off Program	William Moore
  Florida Dairy Industry Market & Policy Review	William A. Thomas
  Dairy Business Analysis Project: Critical Financial Performance Factors From Three Years Analysis	Marvin J. Hoekema
  Economic Implications Of New Nutrient Handling Systems On Florida Dairies: Example Collaboration Between Extension & Dbap Producers.	R.G. Giesy, H.H. Van Horn, M.J. Hoekema
  Mycotoxins and Their Effect On Dairy Cattle	L.W. Whitlow, W.M. Hager, Jr
  Nutritional Management Of The Transition Cow	James K. Drackley

  35th Conference, May 5, 1998

  Program and Awards
  Striking A Balance: Protein Feeding & Performance	Mary Beth Hall
  Effects Of Gossypol From Whole Cottonseed On Lactation & Reproductive Performance Of Dairy Cows	Carlos Risco
  Heat Detection Methods For The Year 2000	Ray Nebel
  Dairy Labor Management: Am I prepared?	Carl Theunis
  Florida Milk Production Costs: Dairy Business Analysis Project	Marvin Hoekema et al.
  Another Look At Timing Of A.I.	Ray Nebel
  Preliminary Estimates Of Nutrient Flow In Two Agricultural & Silvicultural Dominated Landscapes: The Mohawk & The Suwannee	Norbert Jaworski, Leo J. Hetling
  Nutritional Effects on Laminitis and Lameness in Dairy Cattle	Art Donovan et al.

  34th Conference, April 8-9, 1997

  Program and Awards
  Future Possibilities For Dairy Herd Improvement: State, Regional & National	D.W. Webb
  Nutritional Management Of Transition & Fresh Cows For Optimal Performance	David K. Beede
  Rotational Grazing Of Lactating Holsteins In Summer	Charles Staples, John H. Fike, et al.
  Forage Components For The Optimum Ration	M.B. Hall
  Optimum Use Of Forage	Rick Lundquist
  Forage Quality Impacts Dairy Farms Profitability	Paul E. Jones
  Mycoplasma Mastitis	D.R. Bray, J.K. Shearer, G.A. Donovan, et al.
  Use and Economical Impact of Timed Insemination as a Reproductive Management Tool for Lactating Dairy Cows	W.W. Thatcher, F. Moreira, C.A. Risco, et al.
  Current Florida Milk Production Costs: The Dairy Business Analysis Project	Marvin Hoekema, Russ Giesy, Pat Miller, et al.
  Impact of Federal Order Reforms On the Southeast Dairy Industry	A.J. Ortego, Jr.
  Manure Issues: Identifying Nutrient Overload, Odor Research Report	H.H. Van Horn
  Engineering Your Farm To Cope With The New Florida Animal Husbandry Rule	R.A. Nordstedt

• 1995 - 1996

  33rd Conference, April 9-10, 1996

  Program and Awards
  The 1996 Farm Bill	Paul Halnon
  Recent Changes In The Florida And Southeastern Dairy Market	William Thomas
  Florida Perspective: Panel Discussion:
  FDFA	Sam Swett
  FDFA	Joe Wright
  TIDFA	John Peachey
  Superbrand Dairy Products	Gene Smith
  Factors Influencing The Incidence Of Lameness In Dairy Cattle	J.K. Shearer, D.R. Bray, J.E. Umphrey, et al.
  Feeding To Produce Or Avoid Acidosis	Mary Beth Hall
  Controlling Lameness In Dairy Cattle: Causes, Treatments, And Management For Prevention	James E. Nocek
  Evaluation Of Hoof Wear In Dairy Cattle On Varying Surfaces	Art Donovan
  PCDART Graphics Analysis Program	D.W. Webb
  Staying Afloat In An Era Of High Feed Prices	Carl Coppock
  Changing Environmental Regulations For Dairy Waste Management	Mark Bardolph
  Challenges And Opportunities Presented By a Proposed DEP Dairy Rule	Art Darling
  Agronomic Nutrient Applications Rates	Jerry Kidder
  Use Of Soil Amendments To Reduce Dairy Nutrient Contamination Of Phosphorus And Nitrates In Surface And Groundwater	Dave Anderson
  Scavenger Wells For Groundwater  Remediation and Protection On Dairy Farms	Roger A. Nordstedt, George Demmy, et al.

  32nd Conference, April 11-12, 1995

  Program and Awards
  UF Dairy Program Review	R.P. Natzke
  Future Competitiveness Of The Florida Dairy Industry	Joe Wright
  Future Competitiveness Of The Florida Dairy Industry: Florida’s Dairy Marketing Outlook	Don Bennink
  Future Competitiveness Of The Southeastern And Florida Dairy Industries	Hal Harris
  Recent Changes In DHIA Production And Income Above Feed Costs	D.W. Webb
  Future Competitiveness Of Florida Dairy Industry: Farmer Outlook And Expectations	Ron St. John
  Intensive Rotational Grazing Dairy Systems Continue To Garner Interest	C.R. Staples
  Managing Winter Forages For Dairy Cattle	Mike McCormick
  Warm-Season Forages And Pasture Management For Dairy Cows	L.E. Sollenberger, C.G. Chambliss, et al.
  Dairymen’s Experiences With Intensive Grazing	Jonathan Lamb, Joe Nickerson
  BST Panel	R.P. Natzke
  Experience With BST	Dale Sauls
  Experience With BST	Don Bennink, Mike Carey
  Effects Of Use Of Somatotrophic Hormone (BST) On Performance Of Dairy Cows: A Case Study In A Single Herd	R.M. Roman, C.J. Wilcox, H.H. Head. D. Webb
  Effect Of Bovine Somatotropin  On Body Condition Score	Art Donovan
  Bovine Somatotropin And Heat Stress	P.J. Hansen
  Ration Formulation: Some Risk/Benefit Decisions To Think About	H.H. (Jack) Van Horn
  Nutrition Consultants Panel On Diet Formulation Standards: Risk/Benefit Decisions	Barney Harris, Jr., Rick Lundquist
  Mastitis 1994-95: It’s Eating Our Lunch Again, Where Did We Go Wrong?	D.R. Bray, J.K. Shearer, Hines Boyd, Dean Elliot
  Nutrient Recoveries From Varied Year Round Applications Of Liquid Dairy Manure On Sprayfields	G.L. Newton, J.C. Jonhson, Jr., J.G. Davis, et al.
  Use Of Dairy Manure Effluent In A Rhizoma (Perennial) Peanut Based Cropping System For Nutrient Recovery And Water Quality Enhancement	E.C. French, K.R. Woodard, D.A. Graetz, et al.
  Recent Legal Cases Affecting Dairy Farmers	Art Darling
  Biological Control Of House Flies	C.J. Geden
  Prospects For Timed Insemination	W.W. Thatcher, E.J-P. Schmidtt, J. Burke, et al.

• 1992 - 1994

  31st Conference, April 12-13, 1994

  Program and Awards
  Providing Florida a Competitive Advantage	R.P. Natzke,
  Where Are We Now With bST?	Gary F. Hartnell, J. Estradam
  What’s The Current Reproductive Status in Florida DHIA Herds?	D.W. Webb,
  What Factors Should Affect Reproductive Management Decisions?	M.A. DeLorenzo
  Conception Rates, Milk Yield and Semen Costs	C.J. Wilcox, H.H. Head
  What Reproductive Management Strategies Can Be Used To Meet Reproductive Objectives?	W.W. Thatcher
  Techniques For Maximizing Dry Matter Intake In High Producing Dairy Herds	J.E. Umphrey, D.K. Beede,
  Why We Decided To Build A New Grazing Dairy?	F.T. Fries
  Grazing For Lactating Cows – A Step Ahead or Two Steps Back?	C.R. Staples, H.H. Van Horn, L.E. Sollenberger
  Water: The Most Important Nutrient For Dairy Cattle	D.K. Beede
  Environmental Modifications For Reducing Summer Stress On Florida Dairy Farms	D.R. Bray, D.K. Beede, M.A. Delorenzo, et al.
  Estimating Environmental Risks of Nutrient Losses from Agricultural and Urban Sources	H.H. Van Horn, D.R. Sloan, W.E. Kunkle, et al.
  Analysis Of Waste-Water Effluent  From Dairies In The Suwannee Valley Of Florida	R.N. Gallagher, T.A. Lang, H.H. Van Horn
  Use of Dairy Manure Effluent In Rhizoma (Perennial) Peanut Based Cropping System For Nutrient Recovery and Water Quality Enhancement	E.C. French, K.R. Woodard, D.A. Graetz, et al.
  Assessing and Correcting Effects of Mycotoxins	L.W. Whitlow, W.H. Hagler Jr.
  Effect of Oral Calcium Treatment On Blood Calcium and pH In Postpartum  Dairy Cows Affected With Retained Fetal Membranes	C.A. Risco, K Teschke, J. Elliot, D.K. Beede
  Operations and Economic Models For Large Milking Parlors	C.V. Thomas

  30th Conference, April 28-29, 1993

  Program and Awards
  Dairy Farming In The 21st Century	Jim Dickrell
  Coping With Challenges Under The Texas Conditions	Donald De Jong
  Quality Assurance Programs For Milk and Dairy Beef	Jan Shearer
  Internal Parasites Of Dairy Cattle	Charles Courtney
  Environmental Modifications For Reducing Summer Stress On Florida Dairy Farms	Dave Bray, D.K. Beede, M.A. DeLorenzo et al.
  Electronic Identification and Computerized Production Recording	Dale Eade
  Milking Parlor Identification and Weighing Techniques On Gore’s Dairy	Fred Gore
  Milking Parlor Identification System Makes For More Effective Management	Donald Bennink
  Characterization Of Dairy Herd Performance In Florida and The Southern U.S. Using DHIA Data	Dan Webb
  National Forces Affecting Milk Price and Price Regulations	Al Ortego
  Reproductive Management Decisions To Optimize Herd Fertility	WilliamThatcher, Carlos Risco
  Volatile Emissions From Animal Production Systems	H.H Van Horn, A.C. Wilkie, M.D. Overt et al.
  Laboratory Research Investigating New Biological Control Agents Of The House Fly Musca domestica	R.R. Coler, J.H. Frank

  29th Conference, April 14-16, 1992

  Program and Awards
  Dairy Science 1991	Roger P. Natzke
  Update On  The Status Of The Southeast Dairy Farmer’s Federation	James R. Box
  Comparison of Corn, Sorghum, Bermudagrass, and Dwarf Elefphand Grass Silages in Three Forage-To-Concentrate Ratios for Lactating Dairy Cows	Charles R. Staples, Ted M. Ruiz, et al.
  Mycotoxin Contamination In Dairy Rations	Lon W. Whitlow
  The Effect of Increasing Levels of Alfalfa Hay in Corn silage Diets Supplemented with Whole Cottonseed and/or Animal Tallow, on the Production Response of Lactating Dairy Cows.	William A. Smith, B. Harris Jr., H.H. Van Horn
  Regulation Of Ovarian Follicle Dynamics And Implications As Related To Fertility And Cystic Ovaries	William W. Thatcher
  Effect of Undegraded Protein On Milk Production and Nitrogen Excretion	H.H. Van Horn, Tomlinson
  Environmental Modifications For Reducing Summer Stress On Florida Dairy Farms	David R. Bray
  Comparison of Four Magnesium Oxide Sources Each Fed At Three Dietary Concentrations To Lactating Cows	David Beede, G.G. Davalos, M. Hirchert
  Grazing Systems For Raising Dairy Replacement Heifers On Bermudagrass Pasture: Animal, Plant and Soil Responses	Bruce Mattews, L.E. Sollenberger, C. R. Staples
  Incorporation Of Alfalfa Hay Into Five Different Roughage Based Diets For Lactating Dairy Cows	Charles Staples, Eduardo Bernal, et al.
  Forage & Silage Production From Seeded Pearl Millet-Dwarf Elephant grass Hybrids	Stanley C. Shanck
  Worm Control In Dairy Cattle	Charlie Courtney
  Biology & Control Of External Parasites On Dairy Animals	Jerry F. Butler
  Economic Impact Of Complying With The Dairy Rule On Okeechobee Dairies	John Holt et al.

• 1985 - 1991

  28th Conference, April 9-10, 1991

  Program and Awards
  Dairy Science 1990	Roger P. Natzke
  Perspective On The Dairy Industry Or How The Industry Looks From Here	Ewing H. Row
  Regulation Of Dairy Waste	Mark Bardolph
  Re-Engineering For Effective Waste Management In The 90’s	A.B. (Del) Bottcher
  Recycling Liquid Dairy Cattle Waste To Sustain Annual Triple Crop Production Of Forages	J.C. Johnson, G.L. Newton, J.L. Butler
  Economic Implications Of Changing Milk Composition With Nutrition	H.H. (Jack) Van Horn, K.C. Bachman
  Market Techniques And Strategies For Using Feed Commodities	R.L. Utterback
  Feed and Leg Problems In Florida Dairy	J.K. Shearer
  Use Of Animal Protein By-Products For Feeding Dairy Cattle	B. Harris, Jr
  Dietary Cation-Anion Difference (Electrolyte Balance) In Late Pregnancy	D.K. Beede, C. Wong, G.A. Donovan, et al.
  Regulation Of Ovarian Follicle Development In The Postpartum Period: Effects of Lactation, Energy Balance And Diet Formulation	W.W. Thatcher, C.R. Staples, et al.
  Future Opportunities For Protecting Embryos From Heat Stress	P.J. Hansen, A.D. Ely, M. Drost
  Incidence And Treatment Of Abnormal Postpartum Ovarian Function In Dairy Cows	L.F. Archbald, S.N. Norman, E.L. Bliss et al.
  Environmental Modification Update	D.R. Bray, D.K. Beede et al.
  Florida 4-H Dairy Youth And Dairy Science Undergraduate Program Update	J.E. Umphrey

  27th Conference, April 10-11, 1990

  Program and Awards
  Dairy Science Report: Major Advances in the Last Year	Roger Natzke
  Impact of the New Farm Bill on the Dairy Industry	James Mulhern
  Biotechnology in Animal Production	Frank Simmen
  Nutrition of the High Producing Cow	W. Chalupa,J. Ferguson, D. Galligan
  Reproductive Herd Health Program in Large Dairy Herds	C.A. Risco
  Controlled Reproductive Management	W. Thatcher, J. Van Cleef, J. Savio
  Dairy Waste Regulations in the 90’s (Outline)	W. Art Darling
  Dairy Manure Management: Excretion by the Cow and Potential Uptake by Multiple Cropping	H.H. Van Horn
  Environmental Modification update	D. Bray, D. Wolfenson, R. Giesy
  Milking Parlor for the Future	Dennis Armstrong
  Dairy Manure Management: Partitioning Excretion and Developing Land Application Budgets	H.H. Van Horn
  Heat Stress and Dry Period Management Effects on Subsequent Reproduction and Lactational Performance of High Yielding Cows in Israel	D. Wolfenson, I. Flamenbaum, et. al.
  The Effect of a Microbial Inoculant and/or Supplemental Sugars on the Fermentation and Aerobic Stability of Bermudagrass Ensiled at Two Moisture Contents	R. Umana, C. Staples, D. Bates, et. al.

  26th Conference, May 2-3, 1989

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Awards Presented at the Dairy Production conference Banquet, Awards, Sponsors and Displays List
  Dairy Science Department 1988-1989 “Change”	Roger P. Natzke
  Measuring the Impact of Milk Promotion Dollars	Olan D. Forker, Cornell University and University of Florida
  Getting Ready for Bovine Somatotropin	C. E. Coppock, Texas A&M University and The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
  Will Dairy Cows Respond to BST in The Tropics and Subtropics?	G. F. Hartnell and R. J. Collier, Monsanto Agricultural Company
  Florida On-Farm Experience With BST	Roger P. Natzke, Mary Russell and Francois Elvinger, University of Florida
  Solubility of Magnesium From Feed Grade Sources in an In Vitro Ruminal + Abomasal System	D. K. Beede, E. M. Hirchert, D. S. Lough, W. K. Sanchez and C. Wang, University of Florida
  Heat Stress Research on Embryo Survival: Concepts Related to Superovulation, Embryo Transfer and Heat Stress	William W. Thatcher, Maarten D. Drost, University of Florida
  Cooling Ponds and Milk Quality	D. R. Bray, M. A. DeLorenzo, F. C. Elvinger, D. K. Beede, J. K. Sheare, P. A. Reed, J. Boosinger, University of Florida and Division of Dairy Industry
  Hay – Feeding Methods and Hay Type on Lactating Dairy Cow Performance	C. R. Staples, M. C. Lucy, W. W. Thatcher, D. Hissem, and D. S. Lough, University of Florida
  Cost and Returns from Selected Florida Dairy Farms	Daniel W. Webb, University of Florida
  Reducing the Likelihood of Environmental Problems	W. Arthur Darling, Dairy Farmers, Inc.
  Environmental Regulation and Dairy Farms DER’s Perspective	Richard M. Harvey, Division of Water Facilities Department of Environmental Regulation
  Florida Department of Environmental Regulation
  Past and Current Research on Dairy Waste Management	Roger A. Nordstedt, University of Florida
  Phosphorus Levels in Soils of Selected lake Okeechobee Watershed Dairies	Donald A. Graetz, University of Florida

  Documents not available for 1985 - 1988 

• 1980 - 1984

  21st Conference, May 1-2, 1984

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Awards Presented at the Dairy Production conference Banquet, Awards, Sponsors and Displays List
  Muzzling the Milk Maligners	C. Bronson Lane, Dairy & Food Nutrition Council of Florida
  Facilities for Handling, Storing and Processing Feedstuffs on the Farm	George Richardson
  Effects of Growth Hormone on Milk Yield in Cattle	Robert J. Collier, University of Florida
  Tremendous Differences Exist in Economic Efficiency of Dairy Farms	John W. Siebert, University of California -- Davis
  Conceptus Survival in Cattle	W. W. Thatcher, J. Mc Dermott, J. J. Knickerbocker, W. Bradley, M. Drost and J. Martin, University of Florida, Larson Dairy, Inc.
  Dairy Science Department Activities	Roger P. Natzke, University of Florida
  Summary of Early Calving Studies	C. J. Wilcox and N. A. Simerl, University of Florida
  What’s New in Milk Management	D. R. Bray, University of Florida
  Impact of Federal Dairy Legislation on the Florida Dairy Industry	Paul Halnon, USDA Market Administrator
  Dairy Farm Applications For Microcomputers	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida
  Economics of Grouping Cows for More Effective management and Feeding	Barney Harris, Jr. University of Florida

  Documents not available for 1983

  Documents not available for 1982

  18th Conference, May 5-7, 1981

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Awards Presented at the Dairy Production conference Banquet, Awards, Sponsors and Displays List
  Predicting Dairy – Production, Politics and Promotion in the 80’s	Bill Boardman, Dairy Farmers, Inc.
  IFAS Programs in a Period of Transition	Ken Tefertiller, University of Florida
  Management Programs and Techniques Used in Some Top California Dairies	D. L. Bath, University of California, Davis
  DART – A New Computer Program for Dairy Herd Management	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida
  Non-Surgical Embryo Transplantation for Dairy Cattle	Robert A. Godke and Charles R. Looney, Louisiana State University
  Wetlands Regulations and Their Impact on Land Utilization	L. B. Baldwin, University of Florida
  Multicropping Corn and Sorghum for Silage in South Florida	P. Mislevy, C. L. Dantzman, W. Prevatt, A. J. Overman, F. A. Johnson, and G. M. J. Horton
  Legumes for Forage and Hay	D. W. Jones, University of Florida
  Key Factors to Storing and Feeding Quality Silage	Barney Harris, Jr. University of Florida
  Effect of Heat Stress on the Potassium Needs of Lactating Cows Fed Complete Mixed Rations	David K. Beede, Paul C. Mallonée, and Robert J. Collier, University of Florida
  The Importance of A good Milking Management Program	R. P. Natzke, Cornell University

  17th Conference, May 6-7, 1980

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Awards Presented at the Dairy Production conference Banquet
  Problems Associated in Maintaining Quality Milk on The Farm	James J. Jezeski, University of Florida
  Potential of Heat Recovery Units on Milk Refrigeration Equipment	D. E. Buffington and C. D. Baird, University of Florida
  Update On Effective Mastitis Control Methods	Don P. Wesen, North Carolina State University
  Mastitis – The Problem Herd	R. K. Braum, University of Florida
  Setting Goals For Effective Management	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida
  Budgeting For Successful Management	John Holt and Bryan E. Melton, University of Florida
  A Nutritional Program For High Herd	Barney Harris, Jr., University of Florida
  The use of Buffers in Rations for Dairy Cattle	David R. Mertens, University of Georgia
  Update on Brucellosis	Paul Nicoletti, University of Florida
  Effect of Heat Stress on Dairy Cattle Performance A. Physiological Aspects	R. J. Collier, University of Florida
  Effects of Heat Stress on Dairy Cattle Performance B. Genetic Aspects	C. J. Wilcox, University of Florida
  Synchronization of Dairy Heifers with Prostaglandin F2α: Current Update	William W. Thatcher and Robert M. Eley, University of Florida
  Formation and Action of Dairy Science Department Advisory Committee	H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida

• 1975 - 1979

  16th Conference, May 1-2, 1979

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Banquet Guest Speaker	Louis Larson, National Milk Producers Federation
  Effects of Service Sire on Performance of the Cow After Calving	W. W. Thatcher, C. J. Wilcox, R. J. Collier and H. H. Head, University of Florida
  A Herd Reproductive Health Program	Maarten Drost, University of Florida
  Epidemiology of Bovine Leukemia Virus Infection in Dairy Cattle	Michael J. Burridge, University of Florida
  Brucellosis and Research Update	Paul Nicoletti, University of Florida
  USDA STOP Program in Dairy Cows	Grace Clark, Residue Evaluation and Surveillance Division USDA
  Problems Associated With Producing Quality Milk	James J. Jezeski, University of Florida
  Using Different Fiber Sources, Feed Additivies, and Masonex in Complete Feeds	Barney Harris, University of Florida
  Common Florida Shade Management Systems to Reduce Heat Stress	R. J. Collier, University of Florida
  Preventive Medicine Program for Dairy Calves	R. Kenneth Braun, University of Florida
  Computerized Cost Accounting Farm Records	Ron Muraro, FACTS Ag.
  Using the DHI Herd Summary to Analyze Herd Progress	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida
  Dairy Science Update	H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida

  15th Conference, May 2-3, 1978

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Outlook and Impact for Dairying in Florida	Ralph Eastwood, University of Florida
  Moldy Feed, Mycotoxins and Cattle Production	G. T. Edds, University of Florida
  The Economic Impact of Adult Vaccination Upon Florida Dairy Herds	Paul Nicoletti, USDA
  Preventative Programs for TB and Johne’s Diseases in Dairy Herds	Bruce Abbitt, University of Florida
  Self-feeding Dairy replacements Under Dry Lot Conditions	A. H. Rakes, North Carolina State University
  Heat Stress Indices in Holstein and Jersey Cattle	R. J. Collier, University of Florida
  Factors Affecting Frequency of Blind Quarters in the Dairy Research Herd	M. C. Duraẽs, C. J. Wilcox, H. H. Van Horn, Emprêsa Brasileira de Pesquisas Agropecuárias and University of Florida
  Protein Needs for Lactation Better Defined	H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida
  Suggestive Signals Indicating Problems in Feeding	B. Harris, University of Florida
  What’s New in Frequency of Milking Cows	D. W. Webb and H. H. Head, University of Florida

  Documents for 1977 are not available

  13th Conference, May 4-5, 1976

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  The Status of Brucellosis Research and Programs in Florida	Paul Nicoletti, USDA
  Cost, Capacity and Management of Forage Harvesting, Handling and Storage Systems	Allen R. Rider, Oklahoma State University
  Feeding Dairy Calves and Heifers	Barney Harris, Jr. University of Florida
  Health Programs for Raising Dairy Replacements	G. W. Meyerholz, University of Florida
  Raising Replacements at Bassett’s Dairy Farm	Wilmer Bassett, Bassett’s Dairy Farm
  Raising Dairy Heifers at Larson Dairy, Inc.	Louis E. Larson, Larson Dairy
  Genetic Considerations for Raising Replacement Heifers	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida
  How Dairy Cooperatives Differ From Ordinary Business	Owen K. Hallberg, American Institute of Cooperation
  Estate Planning for Dairymen	R. C. Wells, North Carolina State University
  Evaluation of Shade Structure on Lactation and Reproductive Performance	W. W. Thatcher, H. Roman-Ponce, and D. E. Buffington, University of Florida
  How Much Can You Afford to Pay For Semen?	C. J. Wilcox, University of Florida
  Report on Dairy Science Department Review	H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida

  Documents for 1975 are not available

• 1971 - 1974

  11th Conference, April 30-May 1, 1974

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  What’s Ahead for Dairy Farmers?	Eugene C. Meyer, Hoard’s Dairyman
  National Trends in Record Management Programs for large Dairy Herds	Frank D. Murrill, National DHI
  Some Necessary Tools for Getting and Using Credit	John Holt, University of Florida
  The Strategy and Economics of Mastitis Control	W. Nelson Philpot, Louisiana State University
  Potassium, Magnesium, and Sulfur in Dairy Nutrition	D. J. Thompson, International Minerals and Chemical Corporation
  EPA’s New Guidelines in Dairy Waste Management	L.B. Baldwin, University of Florida
  Potential Application of Prostaglandin F2a (PGF2a) in Cattle for Ovulation Control	J. R. Chenault and W. W. Thatcher, University of Florida
  The Total Aspects of Poultry Litter and Cow Wastes as Feed Ingredients	J. P. Fontenot, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  Liquid Supplements for Dairy Cattle	L. W. Whitlow, S. P. Marshall and H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida
  Effective Cow Traffic and Grouping Patterns at Roberts Dairy	Art Graden, Roberts Dairy
  Environmental and Management Factors Which affect Conception Rate	F. C. Gwazdauskas, C. J. Wilcox and W. W. Thatcher, University of Florida
  Colostrum and Its Importance to the Newborn Calf	B. Harris, University of Florida
  Raising Dairy Calves Under Various Housing and Management Systems	H. H. Van Horn, M. B. Olayiwole, C. J. Wilcox and J. M. Wing, University of Florida

  Documents not available for 1973
  
  9th Conference, May 10-11, 1972

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  The New Veterinary college and Its Supporting Role to the Dairy Industry	Charles E. Cornelius, University of Florida
  Merger and consolidation of Florida Dairy Cooperatives Revisited	Ralph Eastwood, University of Florida
  Efficiency in Rotary Milking Parlors	Dennis Armstrong, Michigan State University
  Milking Equipment and Mastitis	Fred Gore
  Advantages of  Co-ops Establishing and Enforcing Their Own Quality Standards	Dave Greenawalt, Farmbest
  Accuracy of Regulatory Tests in Maintaining Quality Milk	K. L. Smith, University of Florida
  Safe Use of Antibiotics and Drugs in Herd Health Programs	G. W. Meyerholz, University of Florida
  Brucellosis and the Dairy Herd	N. E. Schultz, Animal and Plant Health Service Veterinary Services
  Estrus Synchronization of Dairy Heifers and Cows with MGA	W. W. Thatcher and L. A. Chow, University of Florida
  Inducing Lactation with Hormones	H. H. Head, University of Florida
  A Program to Combat Virus Diseases in Dairy Herds	E. C. Harland, University of Florida
  Different Levels of Sugarcane Bagasse Pellets in Complete Rations with and Without Bentonite or Supplemental Hay	S. P. Marshall, University of Florida
  Input Data for Dairy Management Decisions	Dan W. Webb, University of Florida

  8th Conference, May 11-12, 1971

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Aim and Goals of the University of Florida Dairy Science Department	H. H. Van Horn, University of Florida
  Progress Report and Current Concepts Dairy Waste Disposal Research and Design Procedures	L. B. Baldwin, University of Florida
  Current Status of Pesticides	John R. Strayer, University of Florida
  The Role of Large Coops in Marketing Milk	William A. Powell, Mid-America Dairymen, Inc.
  Quality Milk Panel	Arthur P. Graden, Roberts Dairy, Inc.
  Producing Quality Milk on Our Farms	L. E. Larson, Larson Dairy, Inc.
  Quality milk Panel	Val Massey, Massey’s Dairy
  Quality Milk Production	Don Hanson, Bassett’s Dairy Farm
  Milk Quality Concerns at the Farm Level	C. Bronson Lane, University of Florida
  Recent Developments in Milking Equipment and Current Recommendations	R. L. Severson, De Laval Separator Company
  Milking Management for Maximum Profit	Aubrey Wisdom, Ross-Holm Automated Milking Systems
  Sugarcane Bagasse Pellets and Cottonseed Hulls As Roughage Sources in Complete Rations for Lactating Cows	S. P. Marshall, University of Florida

• 1964 - 1970

  7th Conference, May 12-13, 1970

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Panel Discussion, Waste Disposal & Florida Quality Milk Council Program
  The Regulatory Phases of the Abnormal Milk Program	J. B. Strickland
  Prevention of Intramammary Infections by Following a Teat Dipping Program	W. W. Thatcher, University of Florida
  Plans for a Veterinary College at the University of Florida	G. T. Edds, University of Florida
  Vaccination of Dairy Cattle	E. C. Harland
  Effective Use of DHIA As Seen By A DHIA Supervisor	Herbert Wright, West Coast DHIA Supervisor
  Ingredients of High Income Dairy Operation Panel	John Holt, University of Florida
  Statement to People Attending Seventh Annual Florida Dairy Production Conference	Louis E. Larson
  The Ingredients of A High Income Dairy Operation	Val Massey
  The Ingredients of A High Income Dairy Operation	W. W. Bassett, Bassett’s Dairy
  My Experiences as Florida Dairy Princess	Cecilia Rowe
  Motivating Employees to High Performance	Ralph A. Eastwood, University of Florida
  Automation in Cow Milking	Dennis Armstrong, Michigan State University
  Research Report: Genetic Selection for Protein In The Dairy Cow	C. J. Wilcox, University of Florida
  Dedication of New Milking Facility, Dairy Research Unit	E. L. Fouts, C. B. Browning, Gerald Toms, and E. T. York Jr., University of Florida

  6th Conference, May 13-14, 1969

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  Tampa IDFA Labor Program	Riley Hogan, Tampa Independent Dairy Farmers Association, Inc.
  Maintaining an Insecticide–Free Milk Supply	John Strayer, University of Florida
  Abnormal Milk – Relationship of Leucocyte Count	K. L. Smith, University of Florida
  The Total Program Concept of Mastitis Control	G. W. Meyerholz, University of Florida
  Response of Dairymen to Misinformation on Milk	Elwood W. Speckmann, National Dairy Council
  Dairy Princess Activities
  How to Select Sires for Greatest Herd Improvement	C. J. Wilcox, University of Florida
  The New Machine DHIA Records: What They Are	C. W. Reaves, Extension Dairyman
  How DHIA Helps Me In Herd Management	Lillian Hammond
  How DHIA Helps Me In Herd Management	Robert Butler
  Is Corn Silage a Potential Cash Crop for Corn Growers?	D. W. Jones, University of Florida
  Post Calving Treatments To Improve Conception	Fred C. Neal, University of Florida

  5th Conference, May 7-8, 1968

  Complete Proceedings
  Program
  The Present Status of Legislation Concerning Imitation and Filled Milk	Jack Dodd, State Department of Agriculture
  Routes of Action for Dairymen in Relation to Imitation and Filled Milk	Gerald G. Quackenbush, American Dairy Association
  Exploring Alternate Pricing Systems for Farmers’ Milk in Florida	Ralph A. Eastwood, University of Florida
  Feasibility and Value of A Statewide Equalization Milk Plant	James E. Click, Maryland-Virginia Milk Producers’ Association
  Status and Objectives of The Florida Quality Milk Council	C. B. Browning, University of Florida
  A Survey of Leucocyte Counts of Milk in Florida	Hugh F. Butner, Florida State Board of Health
  Louisiana’s Experience With A Statewide Abnormal Milk Program	Buck Green, Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service
  Some Labor Management Practices on Florida Dairy Farms	Charles L. Anderson, Florida Agricultural Extension Service
  What The Electronic Machine DHIA Records Provide	V. H. Lytton, North Carolina State University
  Application of DHIA Records to Herd Management for Increasing Profits	George Hyatt Jr., North Carolina State University
  Changes In Florida Feed Industry to Meet Dairymen’s Needs	J. A. Riley, Hughes Feed & Grain Co.
  Group Feeding Cows for Economic Milk Production	Barney Harris, Jr.

  Documents for 1964 - 1967 conferences are not available