ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR
Penn State Extension continues its webinar series surrounding operational efficiency for dairy producers with a focused session on navigating robotic milking systems. Joe Bender, associate professor of clinical dairy production medicine at University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, will present a practical “Robotic Milking Roadmap,” outlining key considerations before transitioning to automation. The webinar will cover a pre-move-in checklist to support a smooth startup, along with an honest look at end-of-year-one production and financial realities associated with robotic milking, helping producers make informed, strategic decisions for their farms.
WHEN
April 23, 2026
(12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET)
Register By: April 23, 2026
This event is free of charge.
Who is this for?
- Dairy farm owners
- Dairy farm employees
- Industry professionals
What will you learn?
- Essential pre-move-in checklist to prepare your herd for robotic milking
- Realistic financial and production expectations at the end of year one
- Broader business planning considerations for long-term robotic success
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.