This portion of the course is an intensive 8-10 day study trip designed for exposure to a variety of dairy-related agricultural production approaches in the country of interest. Topics will include dairy management, environmental regulations, profitability, related government support programs and the role of cultures impact on production.

Outcome 1
Analyze dairy food production systems in the country of interest and compare with the system of dairy production in the U.S.

Outcome 2
Describe the impact of government support for agricultural development and compare that with the U.S. policy.

Outcome 3
Recognize the diversity of the dairy production system in the country of interest.

Outcome 4
Describe the impact of government support for agriculture development and compare that with current U.S. policy.

Outcome 5
Articulate and explain the views on the future of dairy production from the perspective of dairy producers in the country of interest and how that role intersects with environmental policy.