April 13 – 15 2026
Join us on Monday, April 14th from 7am – Noon in the Anothony Wayne Ballroom for our pre-conference program on “Managing Mineral Nutrition: Forage Insights, Requirements, Bioavailability and Supplementation Strategies.”
The program kicks off at 7:00 AM with sessions covering:
- Mineral Absorption Mechanisms, Interactions, and Diet Considerations to Improve Mineral Status
- Jesse P. Goff, Iowa State University
- A Forensic Look at Chelated Mineral Chemistry
- Stephen Ashmead, Albion Minerals
- Trace Mineral Levels in Feedstuffs and Changes Over Time
- Ralph Ward, Cumberland Valley Analytical Services
- Trace Mineral Bioavailability and Practical Supplementation Strategies for Dairy Cattle Diets
- Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University, Professor Emeritus
- KeyShure Plus: More Mineral, Greater Results
- Maria Spindola, Balchem Corporation
Each will share new insights and research in dairy mineral nutrition. This is a do-not-miss event!
Tri-State Social & Casino Night
We’re excited to sponsor the Tri-State Evening Social & Casino Night and invite you to join us for an evening of great food, drinks, and casino-style fun. If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time.
This new event brings together attendees of the 2026 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference in a relaxed setting designed for easy conversation, meaningful connections, and industry networking beyond the conference sessions.
What to expect:
- Hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and open bar
- Casino-themed games with professional dealers
- A casual, welcoming atmosphere to connect and unwind
Spots are filling quickly, so be sure to secure yours soon. The latest agenda is available on the Tri-State Conference website — this is more than just another dinner.
Please RSVP for each portion of the evening so we can plan accordingly for dinner, seating, and casino chips.
To register:
- Click “Check Availability”
- Scroll to “Social, drinks, dinner, Tue pm”
- Select “Participant in Casino Night”
- Add the event(s) to your registration
We hope to see you there for a memorable night!