Spring 2027

Dairy Challenge

DAIRY CHALLENGE analyzes dairy farm management systems and applies industry benchmarks. Students work in teams on a commercial dairy farm case study and SWOT analysis to make informed recommendations.

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Recorded instructors · Spring 2027 Eric Ronk3.5/5

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What you’ll be able to do

  • Evaluate dairy farm management practices, identify areas for improvement, and apply industry benchmarks to make informed recommendations

  • Work effectively in groups, solve complex problems, and make strategic decisions in a real-world context

  • Present findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences

  • Apply theoretical knowledge of dairy management to practical situations

  • Participate in discussions and network with industry professionals, gain insights into current industry practices, and prepare for careers in the dairy industry

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DYSCI 448

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Analyze dairy farm management systems, apply industry benchmarks, and make informed recommendations. Work in small teams to perform a case study and a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis on a commercial dairy farm.

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Topics

  • Dairy farm management systems and industry benchmarks.
  • Case study and SWOT analysis of a commercial dairy farm.

Skills

  • Analyzing dairy farm management systems and applying industry benchmarks to make recommendations.
  • Performing team-based case studies and SWOT analyses on commercial dairy farms.
  • Presenting findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.

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DYSCI 448 · Spring 2027

Dairy Challenge

Recorded 2026-10-14
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