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October 25-26, 2023 • South Point Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas Nevada

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Welcome to the 2023 Amelicor Herd & Feed Management Conference

We're thrilled to return to our proven favorite! This year, our conference sessions and exclusive hotel room rates are once again located at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

Our lineup of speakers is outstanding, and we've shortened the conference to keep it within a 2-day schedule! Investing in your employees' education is a smart move, especially with our basic and advanced classes in DHI-Plus, EZfeed, and EZweights software. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your herd and feed management skills!

Discover all the exciting details about this year's conference events below and secure your spot by registering at the bottom of the page.

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Agenda

Wednesday, October 25th

8:00 AM - Noon
Consultations and Attendee Registration

If you sign up for a free consultation, we'll schedule a time for you this morning. And when you arrive, please stop by the front desk to let us know you've arrived. Thank you!

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch

Kick off the conference on a delicious note with a scrumptious meal in the grand ballroom.

1:00 PM - 2:45 PM
General Session

Come and be a part of the conference's grand opening in the main ballroom!

2:45 PM - 3:10 PM
Break

Don't forget to indulge in some refreshments and stop by the vendor area to check out our amazing conference sponsors!

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
General Session Continued

Let's all head back to the main ballroom for another exciting keynote speaker!

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
Breakout Classes - Session 1
  • DHI-Plus Options and Settings (Napa C): Tips for getting the most from the DHI-Plus Software.
  • Getting Started with EZfeed: Answering New Users’ Most Common Questions (Napa D): Just starting with EZfeed and have questions? We've got you covered! This class presents a roundup of the most frequently asked questions by new EZfeed users, answered by our expert help desk team. Learn the ropes of the software through practical demonstrations and resolve your challenges as we guide you through the user-friendly features of EZfeed.
  • Why is my inventory off? Navigating Inventory Questions with EZfeed (Huntington): Dive into the art of inventory analysis with EZfeed. This class is designed to equip you with the skills to generate insightful reports and answer common inventory questions that arise.

Thursday, October 26th

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Breakfast

Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast served in the grand ballroom.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
General Session

To kick off the day, let's gather in the main ballroom and start things off together!

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Breakout Classes - Session 2
  • New DHI-Plus Items (Napa C): Explore new features for the DHI-Plus Software.
  • Mastering Report Creation Essentials in EZfeed (Napa D): This class guides you through the essentials of creating reports to answer your most pressing questions about feed processes in your dairy operation. From determining what data to include, to formatting your reports for easy analysis, you will learn how to use the software effectively to obtain actionable insights and make data-driven decisions.
  • Starting with EZweights - Answers to New Users' Frequently Asked Questions (Huntington): Are you beginning your journey with EZweights? Join us for a session dedicated to helping newcomers get comfortable with the software. In this class, we will present and resolve the most frequently asked questions our help desk receives from new users. Through demonstrations and practical examples, we'll guide you to utilize EZweights more effectively and efficiently.
  • dStream Software Family Overview (Monarch)
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM
Break

Don't forget to grab some refreshments and explore the vendor area to meet our amazing conference sponsors.

10:10 AM - 11:00 AM
Breakout Classes - Session 3
  • DHI-Plus Mobile Applications (Napa C): Discover DHI-Plus EDGE the new mobile solution from Amelicor. Get the most out of RFID tasks.
  • Dairy Tech 101 - From Networking Basics to AI Breakthroughs (Napa D): As the dairy industry becomes more technologically driven, understanding these tools becomes increasingly important. This class provides an informative tour of dairy tech, starting with networking and Wi-Fi fundamentals, and moving into the exciting realm of AI. Equip yourself with the tech knowledge that's redefining dairy farming today.
  • dStreamC (Monarch): Working with the Command Tree.
11:10 AM - Noon
Breakout Classes - Session 4
  • DHI-Plus Mobile Applications (continued) (Napa C): We will continue to talk about DHI-Plus EDGE and RFID tasks.
  • Perfecting Feed Rations - Reducing Deviation with EZfeed (THIS CLASS REPEATS) (Napa D): Is the actual feed delivered to your cows different from what you've planned? In this class, we explore the concept of deviation in feeding - the discrepancy between planned and actual ingredients in your cow rations. The impact of these deviations can be seen in your operation's finances, the health of your cows, and overall efficiency. With a focus on real-life case studies, we illustrate how EZfeed can help track and manage these deviations, improving the accuracy of your feeding process, boosting animal health, and ultimately saving you money.
  • Adapting to Supply Challenges - The EZfeed Guide to Flexible Feeding (THIS CLASS REPEATS) (Huntington): Never worry about running out of ingredients again with EZfeed's robust 'Feeding Scenarios'. This class empowers you to anticipate and prepare for irregular supplies in advance, allowing for immediate access to alternate rations. You'll learn how to seamlessly manage your 'Scripted' or 'Flex' loads, ensuring continuous and efficient feeding operations regardless of supply hiccups.
  • dStreamDC (Monarch): The functionalities of Data Capture.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch

Join us for lunch in the main ballroom and make the most of this opportunity to network with other dairy professionals you've connected with throughout the conference.

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Breakout Classes - Session 5
  • DHI-Plus Herd Analysis (Napa C): Tips for using Cohort Analysis, Breeding Analysis, and Rx Tools.
  • Adapting to Supply Challenges - The EZfeed Guide to Flexible Feeding (THIS CLASS REPEATS) (Huntington): Never worry about running out of ingredients again with EZfeed's robust 'Feeding Scenarios'. This class empowers you to anticipate and prepare for irregular supplies in advance, allowing for immediate access to alternate rations. You'll learn how to seamlessly manage your 'Scripted' or 'Flex' loads, ensuring continuous and efficient feeding operations regardless of supply hiccups.
  • Optimize Your Harvest - EZweights' Guide to Dry Matter Adjustment (Napa D): Navigating through the complexities of silage harvesting has never been easier with EZweights. This class will introduce you to how reports can calculate dry matter and cost based on varying moisture levels in different fields and loads. Learn how to set up and utilize EZweights' harvest features to streamline your reporting process.
  • dStreamC and LabCV (Monarch): How to process and edit a herd.
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Breakout Classes - Session 6
  • DHI-Plus Herd Analysis (continued) (Napa C): We will continue a deep dive into the Cohort and Breeding analysis tools as well as the Rx Tools.
  • Optimizing Feed Delivery - An In-depth Guide to EZfeed's Bunk Management Module (Huntington): This class will provide you with a systematic approach to match the amount of feed delivered with the amount of feed your cows consume. Get a comprehensive understanding of how to track previous intake, refine desired intake, and apply changes suggested by the software. Plus, gain practical tips on consistent feed times, accurate pen counts, proper unloading practices, and more. Turn your dairy farming operations from good to great with the help of EZfeed's bunk management module.
  • Perfecting Feed Rations - Reducing Deviation with EZfeed (THIS CLASS REPEATS) (Napa D): Is the actual feed delivered to your cows different from what you've planned? In this class, we explore the concept of deviation in feeding - the discrepancy between planned and actual ingredients in your cow rations. The impact of these deviations can be seen in your operation's finances, the health of your cows, and overall efficiency. With a focus on real-life case studies, we illustrate how EZfeed can help track and manage these deviations, improving the accuracy of your feeding process, boosting animal health, and ultimately saving you money.
  • dStreamC and LabCV (Monarch): How to process and edit a herd - continued.
2:50 PM - 3:10 PM
Break

Be sure to hydrate and satisfy your cravings as you peruse the vendor area, where you can connect with our incredible conference sponsors.

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
Breakout Classes - Session 7
  • DHI-Plus Reports (Napa C): Reports help you find solutions. We'll dive into reports to help you get a better understanding of your herd.
  • Optimizing 'Income Over Feed Costs' with EZfeed (Napa D): Rising feed costs can put a strain on your dairy's profitability, particularly as milk prices fluctuate. This class guides you through the use of EZfeed to efficiently manage these costs. We'll focus on tracking and reducing feed shrink, monitoring feed ingredient contracts, and keeping a handle on your inventory. You'll gain insights into how to use EZfeed's data to calculate your income over feed costs, helping you to decrease feed expenses and maintain profitability.
  • From Plan to Practice - Using EZfeed Reports for Optimal Ingredient Usage (Huntington): Plans and reality can sometimes differ. This class is all about bridging that gap. We'll guide you on how to use EZfeed's reporting tools to analyze and optimize ingredient usage on your dairy farm.
  • dStreamC (Monarch): A comprehensive session about reporting.
4:10 PM - 5:00 PM
Breakout Classes - Session 8
  • DHI-Plus Data Entry and Data Maintenance (Napa C): Review best practices to analyze your whole herd.
  • EZfeed Unveiled - Lesser-Known Features and Tips (Napa D): Join our customer support team as they reveal their favorite "hidden gems" within the EZfeed software. In this class, we'll explore insider tips, tricks, and both popular and under-the-radar features that can optimize your EZfeed usage. Discover best practices that can bring your dairy farm management to the next level.
  • dStreamC (Monarch): All the details on backup and billing

Conference Keynote Speakers

These special guests will enhance our conference experience with their expertise.

Walt Cooley

Walt Cooley

Walt Cooley started agriculture at a young age moving sprinkler pipes, stacking hay, and working on his grandfather’s dairy in Utah. He graduated with a degree in journalism from Brigham Young University – Idaho and earned his MBA from Boise State University. He served as editor-in-chief of the industry-leading publication Progressive Dairy (www.progressivedairy.com) for 16 years. He is currently vice president of publishing for Progressive Publishing in Jerome, Idaho. He is the founder and editor of The Cow Tech Report (www.cowtechreport.com), a regular newsletter covering all things related to emerging technologies for cows. He is a learner and futurist passionate about technology and its application for farms and livestock.

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David Ledgerwood

In 2007 David graduated with an M.S. degree in Animal Biology from UC Davis focusing on ruminant nutrition. Upon graduation, he worked as a research program manager in the field of animal behavior at UC Davis performing various research trials focused on improving cow comfort. From 2011 to 2018, David was a dairy cattle nutritionist where he worked closely with dairy producers on practical nutritional solutions focusing on profitability and feed efficiency. In March, 2019, David joined Chr. Hansen as a Technical Service Manager, residing in Visalia, California.

Lisa Muirbrook

Lisa Muirbrook

Lisa, with 32 dedicated years in education, has left an indelible mark. Spanning two decades, she taught from special education to 5th grade and honed her expertise as a district instructional coach. For the last 11 years of her career as a school principal, part of her administrative duties entailed delivering research-based, data-driven professional development strategies to educators and fellow administrators. A BYU graduate, Lisa further enhanced her credentials with a Master of Education from Southern Utah University. Not just limited to education, she's an accomplished presenter, empowering individuals with her "Relentless: One More Time" strategies to navigate workplace and personal adversities. Off-stage, she's a culinary artisan crafting delicious gluten-free dishes, and a craftswoman designing quilts, bags, and more. If she's not immersed in a book or scouting for treasures, she's savoring moments with her husband Ladd, their five children, and six cherished grandchildren.

Sponsors
 
 

We want to highlight the sponsors of this year's Herd Management Conference

The contributions of the companies who help sponsor the herd conference every year are greatly appreciated! The money they contribute helps offset the conference expenses and allows us to keep registration fees reasonable for attendees.

South Point Hotel
Conference Accommodations
 

Special room rate - $75
South Point Hotel and Casino: Las Vegas, NV

For your convenience, our meeting venue is also the place where you can reserve a room to stay for the extent of the conference. We have worked out a special price with the hotel for conference attendees, so rooms need to be reserved separately from the conference registration.

The hotel rooms have a premium view with two queen beds or a king bed. In addition to the room rate, there is a daily resort fee of $18 plus taxes.

We recommend getting your reservation early because sometimes the rooms fill up and the preferred rate won't be guaranteed after 9/30/23.

Conference Registration

Standard Registration

$449.00

This conference pass is for the first person from each company who attends. It includes:

  • Live conference general meetings and keynote speakers
  • Breakout training classes for specific topical training
  • Lunch on Wednesday and breakfast and lunch on Thursday.

Group Registration Discount

2nd-3rd Registration: $350/pass
4th-5th Registration: $325/pass
6th-8th Registration: $300/pass
9+ Registrations: $279/pass

Multiple conference passes from the same company are substantially discounted. This makes it possible to bring everyone who will benefit from the valuable training offered at the conference.

Each pass includes all the same benefits as the Standard Registration.

Registration

The video below guides you through what to expect when registering for this year's conference.

 

Payment Form

Fill out the form below for your company to pay for all those who will attend.

For multiple registrations, extra name and email fields will appear - please add separate information for each person attending. Each attendee will receive an email with a link to a class registration form so they can select their classes and fill out some attendee-specific information.