Australian Dairy Youth Academy Launches New Learning Program 

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The Australian Dairy Youth Association is pleased to announce the 2024 Dairy Youth Academy, to be held in Melbourne in September. 

Taking place over 3 days, the Dairy Youth Academy is an innovative educational program designed to enhance and grow the skill set of young people aged 18 to 25 years. The program aims to support both on-farm and off-farm capabilities within the Australian dairy industry, equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. 

Program Essentials: 

  • Dates: Tuesday 10th to Thursday 12th September 2024 
  • Location: Dairy House at AgriBio and Dairy Australia, Melbourne 
  • What’s Included: All meals, accommodation, airport transfers 
  • Age Group: 18 to 25 years 
  • Program Cost: $499 per person 
  • Focus: Educational and informative learning to enhance skill set & career opportunities 
  • Support Areas: On-farm and off-farm capabilities 

Program Highlights: 

This comprehensive learning program offers a unique opportunity for individuals to gain valuable insights and practical knowledge that will empower them to make significant contributions to the dairy industry. The Academy Sessions are designed to cover a broad range of topics relevant to modern dairy farming and industry practices, ensuring participants are well-prepared for future challenges and opportunities. 

Day 1: AgriBio, Bundoora 

Genetics 

  • Understanding Australian Breeding Values 
  • Using ABVs for corrective mating 
  • Multi-country indexes 
  • What’s new in the AgriBio space 
  • Transfer to Melbourne & dinner 

 Day 2: Dairy Australia 

Nutrition 

  • Cow diet – energy &protein 
  • The impact of nutrition on fertility • Economic feeding for production 

Leadership &Governance 

  • The role you can play in guiding your industry 
  • Industry leader panel discussion The value of data 
  • Maintaining good data records 
  • The industry value adds of your data Personalised one-on-one industry leader sessions 

Team building 

  • Group dinner & guest speakers 

Day 3: Dairy Australia 

Education, Training &Courses 

  • Courses & career opportunities – dairy skills 
  • Career opportunities &courses – beyond the farm gate 
  • One-on-one & group mentor sessions 

Marketing & Social Media Panel Discussion 

  • Issues facing young people in dairy 
  • How can the dairy industry better support young people? 
  • Lunch & departure 

Why Attend? 

  • Skill Enhancement: Gain new skills and knowledge tailored to the needs of the dairy industry. 
  • Professional Growth: Enhance your capability to contribute effectively on and off the farm. 
  • Affordable Investment: At just $499 per person, this program offers exceptional value for aspiring dairy professionals. 

How to Apply: 

Interested participants should email AustDairyYouth@outlook.com for further information or contact Adam Sawell 0401 096 507 or Glen Barrett 0418 466 371 direct. 

This is an excellent opportunity to invest in your future and take a significant step towards a successful dairy industry career. The full program can be viewed here. > ADY Camp – Project Plan

Applications close Friday 16th August 

To register: jersey.com.au/product/australian-dairy-youth-academy-september-2024/

About ADY 

The Australian Dairy Youth Association is an initiative of Australia’s registered dairy breed associations. ADY supports the development of our next and future generations of dairy farmers and leaders through programs that grow and nurture farming and leadership capabilities. 

Founding members of the Australian Dairy Youth Association are Holstein Australia, Jersey Australia, Guernsey Australia, Illawarra Cattle Society of Australia, Australian Red Dairy Breed and Brown Swiss Australia. 

Australian Dairy Youth Association Launches International Travel Scholarship

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The Australian Dairy Youth Association (ADY) is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting new international travel scholarship aimed at fostering the next generation of leaders in the dairy industry.

With a generous grant of up to $5,000, this scholarship provides financial assistance to one or two people aged between 21 and 25 years, allowing them to pursue education, training or unique work experience opportunity overseas.

The primary objective of this scholarship is to support young dairy professionals in their quest for skills development, leadership enhancement, and personal growth. By gaining international experience, scholarship recipients will be well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to the Australian dairy industry upon their return.

Key Details:

  • Scholarship Value: Up to $5,000
  • Eligible Age Group: 21 to 25 years
  • Purpose: Education, training or work experience overseas
  • Focus Areas: Skills development, leadership, personal growth

Frances Hayden, chair of the Australian Dairy Youth Committee, believes that international exposure is crucial for the personal and professional development of young people in the dairy sector.

“This initiative is designed to inspire and empower the next generation of dairy professionals, ensuring they have the tools and experiences necessary to drive innovation and excellence within the industry.

“This is a unique opportunity for young dairy professionals to broaden their horizons, enhance their capabilities, and make a significant impact on the future of the Australian dairy industry,” says Frances.

The value of the scholarship is $5,000. The selection committee may choose to award the scholarship in full to one applicant or split the scholarship into two separate $2500 scholarships.

How to Apply:

Ready to make your mark? Download the How to Apply and Scholarship Requirements information sheet.

Interested candidates can also email AustDairyYouth@outlook.com for further information or contact Adam Sawell 0401 096 507 or Glen Barrett 048 466 371 direct.

Key Dates:

  • Applications Close: Thursday 11th July 2024
  • Scholarship Interviews: Tuesday 16th July 2024
  • Winner Announcement: Friday 19th July 2024

About ADY

The Australian Dairy Youth Association is an initiative of Australia’s registered dairy breed associations. ADY supports the development of our next and future generations of dairy farmers and leaders through programs that grow and nurture farming and leadership capabilities.

Founding members of the Australian Dairy Youth Association are Holstein Australia, Jersey Australia, Guernsey Australia, Illawarra Cattle Society of Australia, Australian Red Dairy Breed and Brown Swiss Australia.