Make Plans Now to Experience the “Center of the Dairy Universe”

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This year’s World Dairy Expo takes place Oct. 1-5 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis.

Source: World Dairy Expo

MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo is inviting dairy producers and industry professionals from around the globe to make plans now to experience the "Center of the Dairy Universe."

Expo provides a unique opportunity to see world-class dairy cattle and experience the largest dairy-focused trade show in one great venue. Producers looking for a one-stop dairy event will want to be sure that World Dairy Expo is on their "must attend" event list for 2013.

Expo is the place to exchange ideas with fellow dairy operators, gather cutting-edge information from dairy industry experts and investigate the newest products and technologies. Dairy cattle enthusiasts can take in the action above the famed colored shavings as more than 2,500 head of the finest show cattle in North America compete for the coveted Supreme Champion title.

Producers can choose to attend industry-leading Expo Seminars, Virtual Farm Tours and Dairy Forage Seminars featuring dairy researchers and producer colleagues. A trip to World Dairy Expo is a great option for a family trip or incentive for employees.

Visitors are encouraged to make plans now to attend. Hotels are quickly filling for World Dairy Expo 2013. A list of hotels with information including room availability, rates and amenities is located on the World Dairy Expo website. It is best to make your reservations as soon as possible.

For the best prices on air travel, book early! Flights also fill quickly. World Dairy Expo recommends the following airports for travel to the show: The Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), located 20 minutes from World Dairy Expo. General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a 1 ½ hour drive from Madison. O’Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, Ill. is a three-hour drive from World Dairy Expo.

There will be plenty to experience at the "Center of the Dairy Universe", World Dairy Expo, which will be Oct. 1 through Oct. 5 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis. Admission is $10 daily or $30 for a season pass, parking included. The trade show is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Visit www.worlddairyexpo.com for the latest schedule details or follow Expo all year long on Facebook at facebook.com/worlddairyexpo.

 

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