By Andi Anderson
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will conduct its annual Dairy Goat Management Seminar at two locations in December, offering dairy goat producers practical information on herd health, genetics, reproduction and farm profitability.
The first seminar is scheduled for Friday, December 4, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Historical Village Visitors Center, 715 D Ave., Kalona.
The second session will take place Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ISU Extension and Outreach Sioux County office, 400 Central Ave. NW, Suite 700, Orange City. Complimentary lunch will be provided at both locations.
“Dairy goat production continues to be a vital part of Iowa’s agricultural landscape,” said Jenn Bentley, dairy field specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “We’re excited to offer producers a well-rounded educational program focused on profitability, genetics and reproduction and youngstock housing and ventilation.”
The program will feature presentations on evaluating profit potential through benchmarking by dairy field specialists Larry Tranel and Fred Hall.
Former Tallgrass Dairy LLC owner Mike Gregoricka will share his experiences with extended lactations and limit feeding in the milking parlor.
Additional sessions will cover ventilation and air quality for goats, presented by Jennifer Bentley, along with genetics, animal type, and reproductive management. These topics will be led by Iowa State research scientist Jamy Randol.
Attendance is free, but advance registration is required by December 1. Producers can register online or contact the appropriate county extension office.
For the Orange City seminar, call the Sioux County office at 712-737-4230. For Kalona, contact the Washington County office at 319-653-4811.
For additional information, email dairygoatextension@iastate.edu.
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