Alltech and FARM Program Unite to Cultivate Bilingual Dairy Training Initiative
Source: The DairyNews
Alltech has forged a strategic alliance with the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program, unveiling a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing bilingual dairy training resources.
This collaboration introduces a certified training course, available both online and in person, presented in English and Spanish. These comprehensive modules are designed to enhance the expertise of dairy farm employees in the realms of cow handling and calf care, contributing to their annual FARM Animal Care continuing education requirements.
Jorge Delgado, the on-farm dairy specialist overseeing Alltech's Training, Talent Development, and Retention Program, emphasized the pivotal role of education and training in optimizing the efficiency of the labor force within the dairy industry. "Better education and training not only bolster the workforce's efficiency but also safeguard milk markets and assure consumers that the industry prioritizes animal welfare through rigorous worker training," Delgado stated.
The FARM Animal Care training and continuing education standards play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of both workers and animals on farms. Emily Yeiser Stepp, the executive director of the National Dairy FARM Program, expressed gratitude for Alltech's commitment to providing relevant resources and training opportunities that align with diverse Animal Care continuing education requirements. Stepp highlighted the significance of ongoing learning in establishing a robust support system for the execution of best management practices across the dairy industry.
Alltech's newly developed training modules encompass critical topics such as Low Stress Cow Handling, Newborn Calf Care, and Calving and Obstetrics. Upon successful completion of the training program, participants will receive a certified diploma from Alltech, further validating their expertise and commitment to best practices in dairy farming.
Delgado reiterated the importance of education for dairy employees, emphasizing that proper training improves skills, reduces errors, and mitigates actions based on misinformation or a lack of information, regardless of experience level. The collaborative effort between Alltech and the FARM Program represents a significant stride towards cultivating a more knowledgeable and skilled workforce in the U.S. dairy industry.
Jorge Delgado, the on-farm dairy specialist overseeing Alltech's Training, Talent Development, and Retention Program, emphasized the pivotal role of education and training in optimizing the efficiency of the labor force within the dairy industry. "Better education and training not only bolster the workforce's efficiency but also safeguard milk markets and assure consumers that the industry prioritizes animal welfare through rigorous worker training," Delgado stated.
The FARM Animal Care training and continuing education standards play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of both workers and animals on farms. Emily Yeiser Stepp, the executive director of the National Dairy FARM Program, expressed gratitude for Alltech's commitment to providing relevant resources and training opportunities that align with diverse Animal Care continuing education requirements. Stepp highlighted the significance of ongoing learning in establishing a robust support system for the execution of best management practices across the dairy industry.
Alltech's newly developed training modules encompass critical topics such as Low Stress Cow Handling, Newborn Calf Care, and Calving and Obstetrics. Upon successful completion of the training program, participants will receive a certified diploma from Alltech, further validating their expertise and commitment to best practices in dairy farming.
Delgado reiterated the importance of education for dairy employees, emphasizing that proper training improves skills, reduces errors, and mitigates actions based on misinformation or a lack of information, regardless of experience level. The collaborative effort between Alltech and the FARM Program represents a significant stride towards cultivating a more knowledgeable and skilled workforce in the U.S. dairy industry.
