UW-Madison Extension to Offer Free Financial Analysis for Dairy Farmers

Jan 15, 2026

Raising heifers has become increasingly expensive in recent years, tightening margins across Wisconsin’s dairy industry. Tracking and understanding these costs and comparing them with peers is essential for informed management decisions. To support producers, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension Dairy Program is launching a new outreach effort to help farms accurately determine the cost of raising replacement animals.

Dairy Program Educators will be providing a free financial analysis to interested dairy farmers across Wisconsin and bordering states. Interested farmers can contact the UW-Madison Extension Dairy Program to schedule an on-farm meeting with a dairy educator or outreach specialist.

To connect with a Dairy Team educator, visit https://go.wisc.edu/dairysurvey26 and complete the form. A UW-Madison Extension Dairy Team member will reach out to schedule a time that works best for you to fill out the survey.

Source : wisc.edu

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