Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP)
By PDMP
Last reviewed: December 2025
Premier dairy management conference bringing together dairy farmers, industry experts, and researchers for education, networking, and professional development.
Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP) hosts an annual conference that has become one of the most respected dairy management education events in the eastern United States. The conference brings together dairy producers, university researchers, industry consultants, and ag service providers.
The two-day program features concurrent sessions covering nutrition, reproduction, cow comfort, milking management, labor, finance, and emerging technologies. Keynote speakers address industry trends and leadership development. The trade show connects attendees with dairy equipment and service providers.
PDMP also provides year-round resources and networking opportunities for dairy managers committed to professional development and operational excellence.
Key Features
- Annual Conference: Two-day educational event with 30+ sessions
- Expert Speakers: University researchers and industry leaders
- Trade Show: Dairy equipment and service exhibitors
- Networking: Peer connections and industry relationships
- Awards Program: Recognition of outstanding dairy managers
Advanced Features
- Concurrent Sessions: Choose from multiple topic tracks
- Panel Discussions: Producer panels sharing real-world experience
- Farm Tours: Optional pre-conference farm visits
- Proceedings: Conference materials for ongoing reference
Ideal For
Farm Types: Dairy farms of all sizes, Industry professionals, Students, Consultants
Competitive Advantages
What sets Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP) apart from alternatives:
- One of the premier dairy management conferences in the East
- Strong producer and researcher connections
- Practical, applicable educational content
- Excellent networking opportunities
- Affordable compared to national conferences
Pricing Information
Here is the pricing information for Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP):
Conference registration with early-bird discounts
Pricing Model: registration
Check PDMP website for current year pricing and dates.
Pros & Considerations
- Pennsylvania-focused networking
- Dairy management education
- Industry connections
- Professional development
- Regional event accessibility
- Regional focus in Pennsylvania
- Event attendance requires time
- Membership or registration fees
- Not a direct technical service
Implementation & Setup
How to implement Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP) on your dairy operation:
Implementation Timeline: Annual conference typically in February
Training & Support
Training and support options available for Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP):
Support Channels:
Evaluation Questions
Key questions to consider when evaluating Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP):
- What management topics are most important to your operation?
- How many people from your farm could benefit from attending?
- Are you interested in trade show exhibitor opportunities?
- Would pre-conference farm tours add value?
- Are professional development credits valuable for your team?