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October 30 - November 1 Hosted by Penn State University The Northeast Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge brings together Northeast college students who are diligently studying for a career in the dairy industry. Working in five-member, multiuniversity teams with people they dont know, students build teamwork skills in a real-world environment. The event inspires students to expand their knowledge and empowers them with resources for success. The challenge incorporates all facets of a working dairy business in a forum thats interactive, educational and fun. The Northeast Dairy Challenge provides a unique opportunity for tomorrows dairy leaders and is guided and supported by the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge. The Northeast Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge allows dairy science students to apply theory and learning to a real-world dairy while working as part of a team. Day one begins with each five-person team receiving information on a real-life dairy, including production and farm management data. Following an operation evaluation, teams develop a comprehensive program including recommendations for nutrition, reproduction, milking procedures, animal health, housing and financial management. The first day concludes with an informal dinner attended by sponsors, students and advisers. Day two is presentation day, where team members present recommendations to a panel of judges. Knowledge is tested, and team members must field questions from the judges. Presentations are evaluated based on the analysis and recommendations. The evening concludes with a reception and awards banquet. |  |
| The Northeast program is under the guidance and support of the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge (NAIDC), which was established in April 2002, as a management contest to incorporate evaluation of all aspects of a specific dairy business. NAIDC was created to inspire students and enhance university programs nationwide and is fully funded through contributions from the dairy industry. | |