Every progressive dairy farm needs a Farmstead Plan.
This essential roadmap is designed to guide your farm's development and growth for the next 20 years and beyond. Join experts David Kammel and Jouni Pitkäranta in this 75 minutes webinar, where they’ll explore how a well-structured Farmstead Plan can save you money now and set your operation up for long-term success. How to expand your dairy operation in manageable steps and make the most of the buildings and infrastructure you already have.
Plan for the future
See how a farmstead plan for your dairy farm can guide your growth, ensuring every step you take today benefits your long-term goals.
Use what you’ve got
Find out how to repurpose and improve your existing barns and facilities, so you can grow your operation without breaking the bank.
Save money now
Learn how planning your farm’s growth in phases can help you manage costs better, avoid large upfront expenses, and keep your finances healthy.
Webinar schedule
-
00:00
Introduction and overview
Welcome remarks and introduction to the webinar topics. Why is a farmstead plan essential?
-
00:15
Financial benefits
How phased construction saves money - practical examples of spreading investments over time. - How to manage your budget and reduce financial risks.
-
00:30
Long-term planning
Securing the future of your farm. How a farmstead plan ensures sustainable growth for your farm. Planning for the future with built-in flexibility.
-
00:45
Utilizing existing buildings
Less need for new constructions. Tips on making the most of your existing facilities. How small changes can lead to significant savings.
-
01:00-01:15
Summary and closing remarks
Trainers
An Emeritus Professor is helping dairy farms with farmstead planning, cooling and management of large scale parlor barns. Kammel received his doctorate in 1985 and he worked in the area of dairy and livestock housing design and management with thousands of dairy farms in Wisconsin, the USA and internationally.
Jouni Pitkäranta has vast experience in barn design since 1987 when he was 15 y old. Before 4dBarn he has run his own barn design and architecture office Cowhomes. Jouni Pitkäranta is specialized in robotic milking barn, youngstock and calf barn design. Farmstead planning is important and Jouni has a long history doing them.
Contact Us
FINLAND Contact:
email: info@4dbarn.com
email: firstname.lastname@4dbarn.com
Address: Isokatu 16 B 11. 90100 Oulu, Finland