Dairy Nutrition for Udder Success

This specialization from the University of Illinois offers a comprehensive journey through dairy nutrition, cow health, and milk quality. Across six expert-led courses, learners will explore forage and feed fundamentals, diet formulation, cow wellness, artificial intelligence in dairy management, milk composition, and dairy economics. Designed for nutritionists, veterinarians, producers, and life-long learners, this program delivers practical insights and science-based strategies to optimize dairy herd performance and profitability

• Formulate dairy rations using forage and feed analysis
• Apply nutrition strategies to improve cow health and milk quality
• Use AI tools for herd management optimization
• Analyze milk composition and economic aspects to maximize profits

• Basic familiarity with dairy nutrition terminology
• Preparedness for applied exercises and case studies