Rethinking Dairy Production in Asia

Progressus
Jul 1
2 min read

By Progressus Agrischool Dairy Production and Management

Across Asia—especially in tropical Southeast Asia—dairy farmers are under increasing pressure. High temperatures, rising feed costs, shifting consumer expectations, land limitations, and aging infrastructure all challenge the sustainability of local dairy systems. Many farms still struggle with:

Heat stress, reducing feed intake and milk yield
Low conception rates, driven by poor energy balance and heat
Milk quality issues and rising cases of mastitis
Limited access to practical training, updated herd management, and field-proven nutrition strategies

Despite strong demand for dairy across the region, the gap between production potential and actual farm output remains wide. This course was designed to help close that gap.

About the Course Dairy Production & Management Agrischool

The 2025 Dairy Production & Management Agrischool, organized by Progressus, is a four-day, intensive training built specifically for the realities of Asian dairy production.

Led by regional and international experts, the course blends foundational science with applied management, covering:

✅ Feeding strategies to reduce heat stress and optimize milk production

✅ Reproductive planning to improve fertility and shorten calving intervals

✅ Calf and heifer rearing for healthier, more productive future herds

✅ Milk harvesting, hygiene, and mastitis control

✅ Biosecurity, stockmanship, and economic thinking in dairy farm decisions

On-Farm Learning Experience

A major highlight includes a field visit to tropical forage plots and a modern dairy processing facility, including hands-on sessions in silage, hay making, and feeding techniques for cows in different lactation stages. You'll get to observe real-world applications of what you learn in class.

Whether you work on-farm, in nutrition, veterinary health, genetics, or dairy marketing, this program equips you with practical skills that are urgently needed in today's dairy landscape.

Why Now?

In the face of climate pressure and tightening margins, knowledge is the key competitive edge. Progressus Agrischools are committed to building capacity in regions that need it most—giving Asian dairy professionals the tools to produce more efficiently, sustainably, and profitably.