Southwest Dairy Day highlights newest technology

Story & photos by Brandon Covey

The Dairy Producers of New Mexico held their annual convention trade show and gold tournament in Ruidoso, NM June 12-13, 2009. On Friday, after the annual meeting, Commodity & Ingredient Hedging and Xcel Energy conducted breakout sessions. The trade show featured nearly 100 exhibitors and a lunch sponsored by Hi-Pro feeds. After the door prize drawings and silent auction distribution, West Central Coop and Zinpro Performance Minerals sponsored a reception. On Saturday, Farm Credit of New Mexico sponsored the golf tournament at the Inn of the Mountain Gods resort. PD

Above: Exhibitors greet visitors at the Dairy Producers of New Mexico trade show.

 

Above: Al Lanting shows off his Udder Comfort products.

 

Above: Kunafin “The Insectary” offers some musical entertainment.