The dairy and beef industries have outlined comprehensive plans to achieve net-zero by 2050 and equipment plays a crucial role. From product innovation both on the farm and in the cloud, to emission control and resource efficiency, equipment manufacturers have much to contribute. Join us to hear how their vision on innovation and sustainable practices, as well as how collaboration with the equipment manufacturing industry can help make this happen.
In this session you will hear about:
- Sustainable practices the beef and dairy industries are implementing.
- What the road to Net Zero looks like.
- The role equipment manufacturers will play in the process and on the road to Net Zero.
Presenters
Fabian Bernal M.S., PAS
Vice President Sustainability Modeling and Measurement
Dairy Management Inc.
Fabian is a native of Bogota, Colombia, and attended the University of La Salle. He graduated from WKU with a major in Agri-Business and Ag-Economics. He also graduated with a Master’s degree in animal science (large animal nutrition) from WKU. His special interests are Dairy Sustainability, Animal welfare, Livestock Management, Dairy Nutrition, Physiology of Lactation, and Ag Business Management.
Sustainability is engrained in the work that DMI does, housing the dairy industry’s initiative to be net neutral by 2050. Fabian is working to map out how the industry will achieve this goal.
Moderator
Austin Gellings
Director, Agricultural Services
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)