47th Discover Conference

Dairy Cow Resilience: Mitigating Stress Impacts on Welfare, Health, and Production

Conference Overview

Discover Conference 47 will explore innovative strategies to mitigate stress factors including the challenges of increasing incidence of diseases and metabolic disorders, as well as abiotic stressors caused by climate change, all of which significantly impact dairy cows and the industry as a whole.

The conference will cover animal welfare, production efficiency, and economic viability, and showcase cutting-edge technologies such as

  • Sensor systems and
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Genomic tools for precision breeding and tailored management
  • Smart facilities

Taking a holistic approach, discussions will delve into the long-term consequences of stressors, including transgenerational impacts on herd productivity and well-being. Proposed solutions will consider the interdependence between genetics, environment, and management practices.

The conference will feature a distinguished lineup of academic and industry leaders who will lead engaging sessions on these critical topics, promising a stimulating exchange of insights and ideas.

Why join us? Discover events offer a laid-back meeting experience that puts networking and discussion center stage. Our exceptional programming lineup is designed to connect you with science leaders, experts, and industry professionals and provide ample time for closed-door discussion and out-of-the-box brainstorming. Register now to secure your spot!

Who Should Attend?

Members of the research and academic community, university extension specialists, leading consultants, feed & pharmaceutical industry leaders, producers, veterinarians and members of governmental and regulatory agencies are encouraged to participate in this program.

Graduate students and early career professionals are especially encouraged to attend.

Registration

Registration includes all sessions, breaks and most meals including opening reception, three breakfasts, and two lunches.

Early Bird Registration: Register by Friday, April 4, 2025, 11:59 p.m. CT

  • $375.00 for ADSA or ARPAS members
  • $475.00 for non-members
  • $225 for post-doc members
  • $195 for graduate student members (available to 10 students who are ADSA members)

Standard Registration: After April 4 (on an availability basis)

  • $475.00 for ADSA or ARPAS members
  • $575.00 for non-members
  • $325 for post-doc members
  • $195 for graduate student members (available to first 10 students who are ADSA members)

Current ADSA members save on registration fees before April 4, 2025—a total savings of more than $100 for professionals—making your membership entirely free! Join or renew today to save.

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Accommodations

CONFERENCE ACCOMMODATIONS INFORMATION
All participants are responsible for making their own housing reservations. The Conference will be held at Eaglewood Resort and Spa in Itasca, Illinois.

To make a reservation at Eaglewood Resort and Spa:

  1. By Phone: Call 877-285-6150 or 630-773-1400
    When making your reservation, refer to the "ADSA DISCOVER Conference".
    This will bring up our block of rooms with our special rate of $163.00 plus tax per night. Reservations cancelled within 48 hours of arrival will be charged the first night's room and tax.
  2. Online: To book a room online, click here.
  3. Using the Website: Follow these steps to book from the Eaglewood web site:
    1. Go to www.eaglewoodresort.com
    2. At the top of the page click Book Now.
    3. Check in: Monday, May 5, 2025
    4. Check out: Thursday, May 8, 2025
    5. Click Book Now
    6. Under Add Code, use the drop down to select Group Attendee, then enter ADSA0504 in the box below.
    7. Select your Room Preference
    8. Click Add Room & Checkout.
    9. Enter Guest Information and Payment Method to complete the reservation.

Arrival Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
Departure Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Special conference rate: $167.00 plus tax
Reservation Deadline: Friday, April 4, 2025
After this date, reservations will be accepted on a rate and availability basis only.

Eaglewood Resort and Spa
Resort Main Tel: 630-773-1400
reservations@eaglewoodresorts.com
https://www.eaglewoodresort.com/
1401 Nordic Road, Itasca, IL. 60143

Travel

The 106-acre Eaglewood Resort & Spa is strategically located in northwest Chicagoland, just a 35-minute drive from downtown Chicago, and 21 minutes west of O'Hare International Airport. The resort is easily accessible via major airports and roadways, and within reach of the area's spectacular attractions.

Flight options: We suggest you fly into O'Hare International Airport (ORD). The airport is serviced by nearly every major airline, and a complete listing can be seen here.

Ground Transportation: Eaglewood Resort and Spa is 21 minutes west of O'Hare. It's easily accessible by ride share, and several rental car agencies are located in the airport, along with shuttle and limo services.

Eaglewood Resort & Spa
1401 Nordic Road
Itasca, IL 60143
Hotel Phone: 630-773-1400
Reservations: Toll-free 877-285-6150
Hotel Fax: 630-773-1709
https://www.eaglewoodresort.com/

Attention Graduate Students

Reduced Registration Rates and Scholarship Travel Awards available for ADSA Discover Conferences

In 2009, the ADSA Foundation Board of Trustees approved a special ADSA Discover Conference graduate student member registration rate of $195, well below the early registration professional member rate of $375. The graduate student member registration rate is available to the first 10 graduate student member (ADSA-ARPAS)* registrants.

In that same year, the Foundation approved travel awards to graduate students. The Discover Conferences Scholarship Travel Award fund makes travel to Discover Conferences for graduate students more affordable by providing up to $250 per registered graduate student member (ADSA-ARPAS) who attends a Discover Conference.

Ten travel awards are offered at each conference. Following the conference and within 30 days of the conference, students should complete an ADSA expense report (posted on the ADSA Web site at  https://www.adsa.org/About-ADSA/Corporate-Documents   Attach receipts at least equal to the expense claimed, and send to ADSA Headquarters, 1800 South Oak Street, Suite 100, Champaign, IL 61820 Attn: Morgan Montgomery. Eligible expenses include travel, lodging, ground transportation and incidentals, in compliance with the ADSA Expense Reimbursement Policy, which includes receipt requirements. Registration fees are not reimbursable.

*If you are not currently a member of ADSA or ARPAS, graduate students can join for just $10. Click here for membership details and to join: https://www.adsa.org/Membership/Graduate-Student-Division/GSD-Membership

Conference Details

May 5–8, 2025
Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, IL
Hosted by the American Dairy Science Association

Program Committee

  • Guilherme J. M. Rosa, University of Wisconsin, Co-Chair
  • Rob Tempelman, Michigan State University, Co-Chair
  • Additional names coming soon

Sponsors