IDW will be held for the 21st time on January 16-19 in Tatura.
The new events complement the traditional format of trade exhibits, the six breed shows showcasing registered Australian cattle, farm tours, the National Herd Improvement dinner and cattle sales.
The machinery and trade show will be held on January 18-19 and event manager Robyn Barber said more than 40 companies will take part.
The one-hour information workshops will be held on January 17-19 and cover fertility, genomics, nutrition and pastures.
Two leading dairy farmers from the US will speak about their dairy farms and the challenges they face.
Dairy Australia Managing Director Ian Halliday said the new initiatives would provide many benefits to dairy farmers.
“The opportunity to access and learn valuable information on breeding, genetics, fertility, herd improvement and general farm improvement, see first-hand machinery and technological advancements and improvements and view high quality dairy cattle is of great value to dairy farmers,” Halliday said.
“I would encourage anyone with an interest in the Australian dairy industry to mark the event on their calendar for January.”
Semex Australia manager Jim Conroy said the new look format would give farmers a similar experience to that provided at World Dairy Expo.
“It’s all about making sure that they have the latest products and services that the dairy industry has to offer. That’s what people want to see at IDW,” Conroy said.
Entry to all events is free. Further information about the event can be found at www.internationaldairyweek.com.au
