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Don’t Forget the Young Dairy Producer Conference & KY Dairy Partners Annual Meeting View the agenda on page 6

The Future is Bright!

KDDC is supported in part by a grant from the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund

2016 KDDC Board of Directors & Staff Executive Committee President: Richard Sparrow Vice President: Charles Townsend, DVM Sec./Treasurer: Tom Hastings EC Member: Tony Cowherd EC Past President: Bob Klingenfus

Board of Directors District 1: Freeman Brundige 731.446.6248 District 2: Josh Duvall 270.535.6533 District 3: Don Kinslow 270.646.0086 District 4: William Crist Sr. 270.590.3185 District 5: Tony Cowherd 270.469.0398 District 6: Mark Williams 270.427.0796 District 7: Greg Goode District 8: Jerry Gentry 606-875-2526 District 9: Dwight Leslie 859.588.3441 District 10: Richard Sparrow 502.370.6730 District 11: Stewart Jones 270.402.4805 District 12: Larry Embry 270.259.6903 Equipment: Eric Risser 423.368.7753 Milk Haulers: Alan Wilson 606.875.7281 Genetics: Dan Johnson 502.905.8221 Feed: Tom Hastings 270.748.9652 Nutrition: Dr. Ron Wendlandt 502.839.4222 Dairy Co-op: Fabian Bernal 859.351.0610 Veterinary: Dr. Charles Townsend 270.726.4041 Finance: Michael Smith Former Pres.: Bob Klingenfus 502.817.3165

Employee & Consultants Executive Director: Maury Cox 859.516.1129 DC-Central: Beth Cox 859.516.1619 • 270-469-4278 DC-Western: Dave Roberts 859.516.1409 DC-Southern: Meredith Scales 859.516.1966 DC -Northern: Jennifer Hickerson 859.516.2458

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2016 KDDC Year in Review Maury Cox

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entucky dairy farmers faced several challenges during 2016. But there also were opportunities as well. It can be stressful to operate a business without any control over the price it receives for its products. Its part of the challenge dairy farmers face every day. This past year, KY producers encountered an additional challenge with falling beef prices. Not as many cull cows went to market with falling beef prices meaning the milk glut continued on longer than normal. Prices have started to move in the right direction but there are questions to how long this rebound will last and how far up it will move.

One bright spot in the milk pricing scheme comes from the butterfat (BF) price. It has consistently held at or above $2.20 per hundredweight. For farms that produce milk with 3.5 percent BF or higher, the additional BF created some extra dollars in their checks.

Surprising to a few predictors of a mass exodus of dairy producers in 2016, KY did not lose nearly as many dairy operations as they expected. Although there were herds that dispersed, the change in the total number of dairy operations was only 36 farms for the year. It just demonstrates the resilience of KY dairy farm families and their ability to be more sustainable. Plus KY had several new dairy operations either move in or start milking in a new facility in 2016.

The KDDC Dairy Consultants have been especially busy this past year as the KDDC has taken on more projects. The KDDC developed a program to assist dairy farmers in developing and writing Agricultural Water Quality Plans,

(AWQP) and Nutrient Management Plans, (NPM). The Consultants attended workshops that taught the process of developing and writing KY NMPs. These plans are specific for producers not wishing to utilize NRCS, EQIP cost share funds but will still meet the regulatory requirements of the KY Division of Water.

Another program the KDDC has developed is the Dairy Livestock Care Program. This program is funded through the KY Beef Council checkoff dollars and focuses on livestock care, antibiotic use and assisting dairy farmers in the development of Standard Operating Procedures, (SOPs) for the care of their livestock. Actually SOPs for the dairy farm has been around a long time. Most every dairy farmer recalls the famous quote by W.D. Hoard, founder of Hoard’s Dairyman: The rule to be observed in this stable at all times, toward the cattle, young and old, is that of patience and kindness. A man’s usefulness in a herd ceases at once when he loses his temper and bestows rough usage. Men must be patient. Cattle are not reasoning beings. Remember that this is the Home of Mothers.Treat each cow as a Mother should be treated. The giving of milk is a function of Motherhood; rough treatment lessens the flow. That injures me as well as the cow. Always keep these ideas in mind in dealing with my cattle.

This quote, has hung on many dairy barn walls with the intent to let all who work on or are a part of the dairy farm, abide by this rule. In 2016 the KDDC hosted four regional meetings with introduction to the Merck Dairy Care 365 Program and updates on the 3.0 F.A.R.M. Program. The KDDC Consultants have distributed “Rite in the Rain” herd notebooks to assist dairy producers in maintaining individual health records of the herd. The KDDC has also distributed 11” by 17” heavy laminated antibiotic residue withholding schedules to help producers minimize the possibility of shipping a treated cow

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or putting milk in the tank. An updated F.A.R.M. Antibiotic manual will be distributed as soon as they are completed and printed.

One of the biggest challenges the KDDC hears from KY producers is the rising cost of health care. To address these concerns the KDDC has formed a partnership with the KY Cattlemen’s Association to offer affordable health care to farm families and allied industries as well. The KDDC worked during the year to be able to have a health care plan available. It became effective on January 1, 2017 and we do believe it will save producers money in most cases.

Watch for more information within the KDDC Newsletter or ask your regional dairy consultant for more information if interested.

During the summer months of 2016 you may have seen a lady with a camera hanging out with the KDDC staff and at dairy promotion events. That young lady is Sam Schwoeppe and she worked with the KDDC as a summer intern. Sam is also a dairy farmer and is from Huntingburg, IN where she and her husband Darren and sons operate a 100 cow Registered Holstein and Brown Swiss Dairy. Sam is working on her Masters at Western KY University and needed internship hours to complete a course.

We were able to develop an internship program to utilize her multiple skills to the benefit of both. This was a first for the KDDC but something that will be considered going forward.

Of course the KDDC hosted the Young Dairy Producer Conference and played a big role in the KY Dairy Partners Meeting. The YDPC was attended by more young dairy producers than ever. The KDDC also partnered in hosting the Dairy Recognition Banquet where the top production herd in the state exceeded 30,000 lbs. of milk per cow on 163 cows. The top quality producers had an annual Somatic Cell Count under 80,000/ml.

These are fabulous numbers to represent a positive image on KY dairy farms.

Kentucky dairy producers continue to build with two producers adding robotic milking units to their operations. This puts the number of dairy farms with robotic milking systems at three. But that number is not going to stay there long as the fourth dairy also broke ground in 2016 to install units in early 2017. Progress is impossible to stop.

Besides the many meetings and events attended throughout the year in November the KDDC hosted the National Dairy Leaders Coalition Meeting in Bowling Green. The NDLC was developed by the Professional Dairy Producers of WI and is used as a catalyst

to identify challenges facing the dairy industry and brainstorm for solutions.

The meeting was attended by over 30 people from 10 states.

Even though 2016 certainly has had its challenges, it also has provided opportunities. Those 2016 KDDC Board opportunities have Photo taken by Sam Schwoeppebeen met with new programs that assist producers in several areas of their operations. The KDDC can best be described as a dairy producer advocacy organization, always looking out for the best interest of KY dairy farmers. We appreciate the opportunity to serve.

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It’s not too late to register for the meeting or trade show. Contact Eunice at 502-545-0809

Tuesday, February 21 - Young Dairy Producer Conference 8:30 CST 9:30 10:20 11:00 12:00 1:30 1:45 2:00-5:00 2:40 3:20 4:00 6:00

Registration & Welcome Raising Excellent Corn Silage, Dr. Chad Lee, University of Kentucky Feeding for Dollars, Dr. Donna Amaral-Phillips, University of Kentucky Transition Cow Economics, Dr. Mike Overton, Elanco Lunch and Trade Show Opens Housing & Ventilation, Dr. Morgan Hayes, University of Kentucky Economics of Milk Quality, Dr. Gregory Edwards, Zoetis ADA of Kentucky Board Meeting Reproductive Benchmarks for Management Decisions, Dr. Ray Nebel, Select Sires Working with Your Vet, Dr. John Laster, DVM Economics of Cow Comfort, Dr. Jeffrey Bewley, University of Kentucky Dairy Awards Banquet

Wednesday, February 22 - KY Dairy Partners Meeting 8:00 9:00 9:10 9:50 10:45 11:30 1:30 2:05 2:40 3:15

Registration Opens & View Exhibits Welcome Defining Todays Check off Audiences, Billy Rowe, ADA of Kentucky President and Bob Midles, SUDIA Director of Industry Relations Six Points of Top Management, Dr. Gregory Edwards, Zoetis Onset and Course of Heel Warts on Dairy Farms, Dr. Dorte Dopfer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Lunch and KDDC Annual Business Meeting & Trade Show Dairy Helps to Drive Increased Meal Participation in Warren County Schools, Kelly Holt, Warren County Nutrition and Dining Services Supervisor Prevention and Control of Heel Warts on Dairy Farms, Dr. Dorte Dopfer, University of Wisconsin-Madison The Value of Improving Reproductive Performance, Dr. Ray Nebel, Select Sires Closing and Door Prizes

The Young Dairy Producer Conference is no charge to all dairy farmers. Trade Show Exhibitors and Event Sponsors will be provided lunch tickets according to sponsorship level. All others will be $30 per person.

The Dairy Awards Banquet is hosted by KDA, SUDIA and KDDC. Dairy farmers and host board members are no charge. Trade Show Exhibitors and Event Sponsors will receive registration benefits according to sponsorship level. All others are $30 each.

The KY Dairy Partners registration is $30 per person. The KDDC will sponsor two KY dairy farmers per farm and all KY YDPC attendees who were present by lunch. Trade Show Exhibitors and Event Sponsors will receive registration benefits according to sponsorship level. All other registrations are $30 per person.

The KDDC will also cover the cost of overnight stay at the University Plaza Holiday Inn for KY Young Dairy Producers who have registered and are in attendance by lunch at the YDP Conference. Additional room charges will not be covered and a credit card or some form of security must be submitted by the producer at check-in. NO EXCEPTIONS. The KDDC is able to sponsor these events and cover the cost for dairy farmers partially from a grant from the KY Agricultural Development Fund and the many allied industry sponsors which support the organization and participates in the two day event. If you attend please express your gratitude by utilizing the goods and services of the allied industries where you can throughout the year. THANK YOU

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2017 Dairy Calendar of Events February 2017 February 16 February 21 February 21 February 21 February 22 February 22

March 2017 March 6-8 March 07

March 14

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April 2017 April 6-8

KY Proud/Livestock Legislative Breakfast Kentucky Alfalfa Conference Young Dairy Producers Conference, Sloan Convention Center, Bowling Green, KY 9:30 AM CT Dairy Awards Banquet, Sloan Convention Center, Bowling Green, KY 6:00PM CT KY Dairy Partners Meeting and Industry Trade Show, Sloan Convention Center, Bowling Green, KY 9.30 AM CT SUDIA Board Meeting, Sloan Convention Center, Bowling Green KY

Southern Dairy Conference, Atlanta, GA Dean Animal Care Meeting, Cave City Convention Center State 4-H Dairy Jeopardy Contest, Barren County Extension Office 25th Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin Conference, Madison, Wisconsin KDDC Board Meeting, TBA

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May 2017 May 13

Dairy U: Know Before You Show, Burley Fields Livestock Center, Horse Cave May 22-24 Alltech International Symposium, Convention Center, Lexington, KY May 26 KDDC Board Meeting, TBA May 27 Mercer Co. Dairy Day, Clouds Restaurant, Harrodsburg, KY May 30- June 1 Precision Dairy Farming Conference 2017, Hyatt Regency, Lexington, KY

June 2017 June 3 June 5 June 10 June 12-13 June 15 June 23-24 June 28

Harrodsburg 4-H District Dairy Show, Mercer Co Fairgrounds, 9:30 A.M. State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, U K Coldstream Dairy 9:00 A.M. Edmonton 4-H District Dairy Show, Metcalfe Co. Fairgrounds 9:00 A.M. Kentucky Jr. Livestock Expo East. Morehead, KY Dairy Night at Lexington Legends, 5:00 P.M. Western Rivers Kentucky Jr. Livestock Expo.

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