Conference Presentations, Lectures, and Workshops (United States) 

1. Giordano J. O. Finding the value of automated monitoring systems for dairy herd management. Northeast Dairy Production Medicine Symposium. Syracuse, NY. March 13th, 2022.

2. Giordano J. O. Current status and future directions in dairy reproductive management. Cows come first annual meeting. Clearwater, FL. February 28th, 2022.

3. Giordano J. O. Integrating automated monitoring technologies in dairy herd management. Interdisciplinary seminar in reproduction and production medicine. University of Florida School of Veterinary Medicine. Delivered online. February 13th, 2022.

4. Giordano J. O. 1) Physiological basis and practical implications of hormonal treatments for synchronization of ovulation. 2) Integrating sensor technologies and TAI for dairy herd reproductive success. BI Animal Health 2021 Cattle Speaker Bureau. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica. Hershey, PA. November 17th, 2021.

5. Giordano J. O. Reproductive management strategies for breeding age heifers. Virtual heifer program. Cornell Cooperative Extension and Pro-Dairy. Delivered online. October 29th, 2021.

6. Giordano J. O. 1) Integrating technologies in reproductive management of
dairy cows and 2) Using automated health monitoring systems to improve health monitoring and management of dairy cows. Academy of Dairy Veterinary Consultants. Albuquerque, NM. September 25th, 2021.

7. Giordano, J.O., M. M. Perez, C. Rial, M. L. Stangaferro, and A. L. Laplacette. Use of multiple biological, management, and performance data for the design of targeted reproductive management strategies for dairy cows. ADSA Reproduction symposium. American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. July 14th, 2021.

8. Giordano, J.O., M. M. Perez, C. Rial, M. L. Stangaferro, and A. L. Laplacette. Using automated health monitoring systems to improve health monitoring and management of transition dairy cows. Joint ADSA and NMC Transition cow symposium. American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. July 12th, 2021.

9. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows. Phibro dairy skills academy. Rochester, NY. June 8th, 2021.

10. Giordano J. O. Integrating Sensor Technologies and Timed AI for Reproductive Success. Cornell Pro-Dairy and MAC extension network. Delivered online. May 13th, 2021.

11. Giordano J. O. Impact of VWP Duration and First-service Management Strategies on the Reproductive Performance and Profitability of Dairy Cows. Herd Health and Nutrition conference. Cornell Pro-Dairy. Delivered online. April 6th, 2021.

12. Giordano J. O. Strategies to Get Older Cows Pregnant. Central New York Dairy Day. Delivered online. March 10th, 2021.

13. Giordano J. O. Reducing Heifer Rearing Cost through Improved Reproductive Management. Catskill Regional Agriculture Conference. Delivered online. January 11th, 2021.

14. Giordano J. O. Reproductive and Health Management Research Update. PRO-Dairy In-service conference. Delivered online. November 5th, 2020.

15. Giordano J. O. Effective Programs to Re-inseminate Lactating Dairy Cows. Central Plains Dairy Expo Conference. Delivered online. October 10th, 2020.

16. Giordano J. O. 1) Cows Going High Tech: Automating Health Management Programs Using Sensor Technologies. 2) Repro Programs Now and in the Future: Combining the Old and the New to Optimize Herd Performance. Minnesota Dairy Conference. Delivered online. June 27th, 2020.

17. Giordano J. O. Integration of Technologies for Reproductive and Health
Management. Central Plains Dairy Expo Conference. Delivered online. March 24th, 2020.

18. Giordano J.O. Manipulating the Duration of the Voluntary Waiting Period to Optimize Herd Performance and Profitability. High Plains Dairy Conference. Amarillo, TX. March 3rd, 2020.

19. Giordano J. O. Integration of Technologies for Reproductive and Health
Management. Vermont Dairy Producers Conference. Burlington, VT. February 25th, 2020.

20. Giordano J. O. 1) Evaluation of an Ear-Attached Sensor (Smartbow) for the Detection and Characterization of Estrus Events in Dairy Cattle. 2) Development and Evaluation of Targeted Reproductive Management Strategies for Dairy Cows. Zoetis technical services and dairy production sepecialists team meeting. Dallas, TX. January 9th, 2020.

21. Giordano J. O. 1) Using automated sensors for improving dairy cattle health monitoring and management. 2) Reproductive Strategies for Second and Greater AI Services of Lactating Dairy Cows. PRO-Dairy Sposnored Webinars. November, 20th and 21st 2019.

22. Giordano J. O. and M. Masello. Heifer repro: AI at estrus, timed AI or both?. Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Annual Meeting. Pittsburgh, PA. November, 14th 2019.

23. Giordano J. O. Integrating Automated Monitoring Technologies into Dairy Herd Health Management. ARPAS Annual Meeting. Hershey, PA. November, 5th 2019.

24. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Denver, CO. August 15th, 2019.

25. Giordano J. O. Economic Impact of Reproductive Performance in Dairy Herds and Approaches for Program Selection. Society for Theriogenology Annual Conference. July 27th, 2019.

26. Giordano J. O. Integrating Automated Monitoring Technologies into Dairy Herd Management. Zoetis technical services and dairy production sepecialists team meeting. Saint Paul, MN. June 12th, 2019.

27. Giordano J. O., M. M. Perez, and R. Lynch. 1) Using automated sensors for improving dairy cattle health monitoring and management. 2) Reproductive Strategies for Second and Greater AI Services of Lactating Dairy Cows. Outreach events for dairy producers and consultants sponsored by New York Farm Viability. Six events in seven locations in New York State (Ithaca, Randolph, Batavia, Schuyllerville, Chazy, Watertown) June 6th to July 12th, 2019.

28. Giordano J. O. Research Update on Reproductive Management of Dairy Cattle. Parnell Miniforum for Dairy Producers and Bovine Practitioners. East Pearl, PA. April 25th, 2019.

29. Giordano J. O. Integrating Automated Monitoring Technologies into Dairy Herd Management. Baltimore, MD. April 11th, 2019.

30. Giordano J. O. 1) Current and Future Opportunities in Reproductive Management
of Dairy Cattle. 2) Automating Health Monitoring & Management in Dairy Farms. North East Dairy Production Medicine Symposium. Syracuse, NY. March 16th, 2019.

31. Giordano J. O. 1) Recent research on the use of automated monitoring technologies for health and reproductive management. 2) What you should know about sensor systems and their integration in dairy herd management. Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association. Saint Paul, MN. February 9th, 2019.

32. Giordano J. O. Performance & Economics of Replacement Dairy Heifers Managed with Programs that Favor Insemination at Detected Estrus or Timed AI. Operations Managers Conference. Syracuse, NY. January 22th , 2019.

33. Giordano J. O. 1) Performance & Economics of Replacement Dairy Heifers Managed with Programs that Favor Insemination at Detected Estrus or Timed AI. 2) Research Update: Dairy Cow Health Monitoring Using Automated Sensors. Cowbelles Workshop for Female Veterinarians. Verona, NY. December 13th, 2018.

34. Giordano J. O. Tailoring Reproductive Management to Improve Reproductive Efficiency and Profitability. Vita Plus Dairy Summit 2018. Welch, MN. December 5th, 2018.

35. Giordano J. O. Research Update on Reproductive Management of Dairy Cattle. Parnell Miniforum for Dairy Producers and Bovine Practitioners. Geneva, NY. November 28th, 2018.

36. Giordano J. O. Recent Research Developments in Reproductive Management Strategies for Dairy Cattle. Catskills Veterinary Medical Association Meeting. Oneanta, NY. November 7th, 2018.

37. Giordano J. O. Impact of the Voluntary Waiting Period Duration on Reproductive Performance and Profitability of Dairy Cows. Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Webinar series (selected from top annual meeting talks). October 25th, 2018.

38. Giordano J. O. Research Update on Reproductive and Health Management of Dairy Cattle. Sumer Social Updates. Cornell Cooperative Extension. Ithaca, NY. August 2nd, 2018.

39. Giordano J. O. Trends and Research in Reproductive Management Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows. Genex Profit Alliance Conference for Dairy Producers. Geneva, NY. July 26th, 2018.

40. Giordano J. O. Automating Health Monitoring & Management in Dairy Farms. PRO-Dairy Fresh Cow Management Online Course (Online recorded lecture). Ithaca, NY. July 26th, 2018.

41. Giordano J. O. Automating Reproductive & Health Monitoring & Management
in Dairy Farms. Zoetis Dairy Wellness Summit 2018. Scottsdale, AR. May 17th, 2018.

42. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Watertown, WI. March 15th, 2018.

43. Giordano J. O. 1) Reproductive management strategies for first service and impact of different voluntary waiting period duration for lactating dairy cows. 2) Reproductive management strategies for second and subsequent AI services for lactating dairy cows. 3) Reproductive management programs for heifers and their economic impact on the dairy enterprise. 4) Automating health and estrus monitoring programs in dairy farms using sensor technologies. Annual Conference of the Virginia Veterinary Medical Association. Roanoke, VA. February 23th, 2018.

44. Giordano J. O. Update on reproductive physiology and reproductive management programs for lactating dairy cows. Workshop for Bovine Practitioners at Perry Veterinary Clinic Perry, NY. March 13th, 2018.

45. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Strategies to Optimize Performance of the Dairy Heifer Enterprise. PRO-Dairy outreach program for dairy producers. Ithaca, NY. February 15th, 2018.

46. Giordano J. O. 1) Update on Reproductive Physiology and Reproductive Management Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows. 2) Reproductive Management Strategies to Optimize Performance of the Dairy Heifer Enterprise. American Association of Bovine Practitioners Recent Graduate Conference. Saint Louis, Missouri. February 10th 2018.

47. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Strategies to Optimize Performance of the Dairy Heifer Enterprise. PRO-Dairy outreach program for dairy producers. Delhi, NY. February 1st, 2018.

48. Giordano J. O. Optimizing Voluntary Waiting Period and First Service Management for Dairy Cows. Cargill Dairy Supplier Tech Exchange Meeting. Chandler, AZ. January 15th, 2018.

49. Giordano J. O. 1) Understanding the Basics of Repro Physiology for Successful Reproductive Management. 2) Impact of First Service Management Programs on the Performance and Economics of Dairy Heifers. Calf and Heifer Congress. Syracuse, NY. December 6th, 2017.

50. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Watertown, WI. November 29th, 2017.

51. Giordano J. O. Improving Dairy Cow Health and Reducing Dairy Farm Labor Cost by Automating Health Monitoring and Management. Taking Stock for New York Agriculture. New York Farm Viability Institute Annual Report to Legislators. Albany, NY. November 16th, 2017.

52. Giordano J. O. Impact of the VWP Duration on Reproductive Performance and Profitability of Dairy Cows. Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Annual Meeting. Reno, NV. November 9th, 2017.

53. Giordano J. O. Dairy Heifer Reproductive Management. Post Weaning and Beyond Workshop by Merck Animal Health. Lake Placid, NY. November 1st, 2017.

54. Giordano J. O. 1) Reproductive management strategies for first service for lactating dairy cows. 2) Reproductive management strategies for second and subsequent AI services for lactating dairy cows. 3) Reproductive management programs for dairy heifers. Penn State Dairy Production Medicine Continuing Education Program for Bovine Practitioners. State College, PA. October 13th, 2017.

55. Giordano J. O. Optimizing Dairy Cattle Management and Performance through Automation. Sixteenth Biological and Biomedical Sciences Symposium. Ithaca, NY. August 18th, 2017.

56. Giordano J. O. Update on reproductive physiology and reproductive management programs for lactating dairy cows. Workshop for Bovine Practitioners at Progressive Dairy Health Services veterinary clinic. Clovis, NM. August 16th, 2017.

57. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School for Spanish speaking managers. Alta Genetics. Watertown, WI. July 17th and 18th, 2017.

58. Giordano J. O. Update on reproductive physiology and reproductive management programs for lactating dairy cows. Technical services training program. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica. Portland, OR. June 22nd, 2017.

59. Giordano J. O. Integrating automated detection of estrus in reproductive management programs for dairy cattle. Precision Dairy Management Conference. Lexington, KY. May 30th, 2017.

60. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School for Spanish speaking managers. Alta Genetics. Tulare, CA. May 23rd, 2017.

61. Giordano J. O. 1) Practical aspects of reproductive physiology. 2) Current reproductive management strategies for dairy cattle. Eastern New York Dairy Day. Cooperstown, NY. March 28th, 2017.

62. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Gainesville, FL. March 9th, 2017.

63. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Gainesville, FL. February 20th, 2017.

64. Giordano J. O. Ohio Dairy Health and Management Certificate Program: Dairy Cattle Reproduction with Emphasis on Transition Cow Management in Confinement Systems. 1. Automating Health Monitoring in Dairy Farms. 2. Automating Health Monitoring in Dairy Farms. College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. February 2nd, 2017.

65. Giordano J. O. Navigating the (New and Improved) Sea of Reproductive Management Strategies. Boehringer Ingelheim Cowbelles Conference, Verona, NY. December 1st, 2016.

66. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. Alta Genetics Dairy Manager School. Alta Genetics. Watertown, WI. November 17th, 2016.

67. Giordano J. O. What can be expected from activity monitoring systems? Zoetis Dairy Transition Cow and Reproduction Symposium. Zoetis Animal Health. St. Louis, MO. August 17th, 2016.

68. Giordano J. O. Impact of duration of the VWP on Reproductive Performance and Economics of Dairy Herds. Zoetis Dairy Transition Cow and Reproduction Symposium, St. Louis, MO. Zoetis Animal Health. August 17th, 2016.

69. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Physiology and Management of Dairy Cattle. 17 Alta Genetics. Watertown, WI. July 27th, 2016.

70. Giordano J. O., M.L. Stangaferro. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the Identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Maryland Dairy Convention, University of Maryland. College Park, Maryland. February 27th, 2016.

71. Giordano J. O. and M.L. Stangaferro. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the Identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Northeast Dairy Producers Association Annual Meeting. Syracuse, New York. March 9th, 2016.

72. Giordano J. O. Cows Going High Tech: Linking Reproductive Biology and Technology. Reproductive Biology Seminar. Cornell University. Ithaca, New York. March 16th, 2016.

73. Giordano J. O. and, M.L. Stangaferro. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the Identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Advanced Dairy Nutrition and Management Short Course. Department of Animal Science, Cornell University. Ithaca, New York. June 6th, 2016.

74. Giordano J. O. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Mid-Atlantic in Service. May 25th, 2016.

75. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management – Opportunities & Economic Decision Making. Rapp Nutrition Consultants Producer Meeting. Cortland, NY. March 15th, 2016.

76. Giordano J. O. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the Identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Catskill Regional Ag Conference, SUNY Delhi, Delhi, NY. January 14th, 2016.

77. Giordano J. O. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring for the Identification of Dairy Cows with Health Disorders. Mid-Atlantic Consortium (MAC). Webinar. May 26th, 2016.

78. Giordano J. O. Impact of Extending the Duration of the Postpartum Voluntary Waiting Period on Reproductive and Economic Performance of Lactating Dairy Cows. Lowville, Lansing, Peru, and Warsaw, NY. June 13th, 14th, 21st, and 22nd, 2016.

79. Giordano J. O. Impact of Heat Stress on Reproductive Function and Performance of Dairy Cattle. Dairy Environmental Systems and Climate Adaptation Conference. Cornell University. Ithaca, NY. July 20th, 2015.

80. Giordano J. O. What does it take to consistently get top reproductive results from our dairy herds today? Central New York Dairy Day. Cooperstown and Ballston Spa, NY. March 10th, 2015.

81. Giordano J. O. Management Strategies to Optimize Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds. North East Dairy Production Medicine Society. Syracuse, NY. March 21st, 2015. n = ~150 attendees (veterinarians, veterinary students, and dairy industry consultants).

82. Giordano J. O. Use of Technologies in Reproductive Management: Economics of Automated Activity Monitoring Systems for Detection of Estrus. Western Dairy Management Conference. Reno, Nevada. March 3rd, 2015.

83. Giordano J. O. Economics of Reproductive Management Programs in Dairy Herds. Vermont Dairy Producer Conference. February 25th, 2015.

84. Giordano J. O. 1. Use of Rumination and Activity Monitoring to Identify Health Disorders in the Early Postpartum Period. 2. Economic Implications of Adopting Activity Monitoring Systems for Detection of Estrus. 3. Practical Evaluation of Dairy Cattle Reproductive Management Programs. Western Canadian Association of Bovine Practitioners. January 15th, 2015.

85. Giordano J. O. Estrus Detection Programs and Economics of Monitoring Systems. Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Annual Meeting. Salt Lake City, Utah. November 13th, 2014.

86. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management: Practical Strategies and Research Update. Northern New York Dairy Institute. Watertown, Lowville, and Chazy, New York. December 16th, 17th, and 18th, 2014.

87. Giordano J. O. and B. Scott. Dairy Heifer Enterprise: Economics of Reproductive Performance & Management Programs. Calf & Heifer Congress 2014 – “Birth to Breeding”. Rochester, New York. December 11th, 2014.

88. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows. Zoetis. Northeast Dairy Veterinary Symposium. Cooperstown, New York. November 5th, 2014.

89. Giordano J. O. Ohio Dairy Health and Management Certificate Program: Dairy Cattle Reproduction with Emphasis on Transition Cow Management in Confinement Systems. 1. Activity Monitors: Managing 1st and 2nd and Subsequent AI Services, 2. Case Study: Solving a Case of Poor Reproductive Performance in a Commercial Dairy Herd. Diagnosis and Practical Recommendations. College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. August 7th, 2014.

90. Giordano J. O. Maximizing the Pregnancy Rate in your Herd – Speaker and Panel Moderator. Empire Farm Days Dairy Profit Seminar. Seneca Falls, New York. August 6th, 2014.

91. Giordano J. O. 1. Current Topics in Reproductive Management Technologies. 2. Evaluating the Economics of Reproductive Programs. Advanced Dairy Nutrition and Management Short Course. Department of Animal Science, Cornell University. Ithaca, New York. June 2nd, 2014.

92. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management – Opportunities and Economic Decision Making. Northeast Dairy Producers Association Annual Meeting. Syracuse, New York. March 20th, 2014.

93. Giordano J. O. Dairy Day at Miner Institute. Evaluating Reproductive Management Strategies and their Profitability. Chazy, NY. December 3rd, 2013.

94. Giordano J. O. Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) Herdsperson Conference “Zeroing in on Reproduction”. On the Quest to Maximize Profitability – Economics of Reproductive Management Strategies. December 4th and 5th, 2013.

95. Giordano J. O. PRO-Dairy Winter Dairy Management Conference. Is your Reproductive Program the Most Profitable Alternative? – Tools and Insights for Program Selection. Falconer and Cortland, NY. March 19th, 20th, and 26th, 2013.

96. Giordano J. O. Implementing effective reproductive programs to maximize profitability. Operations Managers Conference. January 16th, 2013. Rochester, New York.

97. Giordano J. O. Profitability of Reproductive Management Programs for Dairy Herds. Italian dairy producers and managers. Organized by Cargill Dairy Nutrition. November 15th, 2012. Ithaca, New York.

98. Giordano J. O. Implications of Early Non-pregnancy Diagnosis and Resynchronization of Ovulation Programs on the Reproductive and Economic Performance of Dairy Herds. Animal Science Department Seminar at Penn State University. November 2nd, 2012. State College, Pennsylvania.

99. Giordano J. O. Keys Aspects of Reproductive Management in United States Dairy Herds. October 2nd, 2012. Chinese dairy producers, dairy scientists, and dairy managers. Ithaca, New York.

100. Giordano J. O. Keys Aspects of Reproductive Management in Dairy Herds. September 27th, 2012. Cochran Fellowship Program for Vietnamese dairy producers and managers. Sponsored by USDA and organized by Cornell University. Ithaca, New York.

101. Giordano J. O. Improving the Fertility of Resynchronized Timed AI Services in Lactating Dairy Cows and its Economic Implications. American Association of Bovine Practitioners Annual Conference. September 22nd 2012. Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

102. Giordano J. O. Use of decision support tools to evaluate the economic impact of using activity monitors in dairy herds. Webinar. Accelerated Genetics Field Services Technicians Training Program. August 21st, 2010.

103. Giordano J. O. New Reproductive Technologies for Dairy Herds. Invited lecturer. Cochran Fellowship Program. Program: Training for Belarus dairy producers. Sponsored and organized by the Babcock Institute for International Research and Development. March 5th, 2012. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

104. Giordano J. O. Key Aspects of Reproductive Management in Dairy Herds. Invited lecturer. Cochran Fellowship Program. Program: Training for Bosnian veterinarians in artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Sponsored by USDA and organized by the Babcock Institute for International Research and Development. October 17th, 2011. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

105. Giordano J. O. Challenges and Opportunities of Reproductive Management with Limited Use of Hormones. Ohio Dairy Health and Management Certificate Program. College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University. July 29th, 2011. Columbus, Ohio.

106. Giordano J. O. Trouble-Shooting Reproductive Problems on Farm: Hands-on Exercise on Dairy Herds with Low CR. Ohio Dairy Health and Management Certificate Program. College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University. July 29th, 2011. Columbus, Ohio.

107. Giordano J. O., P.M. Fricke, M.C. Wiltbank, and V.E. Cabrera. Daily Markov-Chain Simulation Model for Selection of Reproductive Programs in Dairy Herds. Presented at 2011 Annual Meeting of the Dairy Science Association. July 11th, 2011. New Orleans, Louisiana.

108. Giordano J. O. (1) Resynchronization of Ovulation Update. (2) Comparing Economic Performance of Reproductive Management Programs in Dairy Herds. Presented at: Accelerated Genetics Sire Analysts Training Program. December 1st, 2010. Baraboo, WI.

109. Cabrera V. E. and Giordano J. O. Economic Decision Making for Reproduction. Presented at: 2010 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Convention. November 12th. St. Paul, Minnesota.

110. M.C. Wiltbank, A. Souza, J.N. Guenther, A.B. Nascimento, A.P. Cunha, and J.O. Giordano. Use of Double-Ovsynch™ to Improve Reproductive Efficiency. Presented at: 2010 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Convention. November 11th. St. Paul, Minnesota.

111. Giordano J. O. On-farm measurement and monitoring of reproductive and economic dairy cattle performance. Invited lecturer. Cochran Fellowship Program. Program: Training for Venezuelan veterinarians in artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Sponsored by USDA and organized by the Babcock Institute for International Research and Development. October 20th, 2010. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

112. Giordano J. O. Dairy Cattle Reproductive Physiology and Management. Invited lecturer. Cochran Fellowship Program. Program: Training for Venezuelan veterinarians in artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Sponsored by USDA and organized by the Babcock Institute for International Research and Development. October 18th, 2010. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

113. Giordano J. O. Implementation of Reproductive Management Strategies for Lactating Dairy Cattle in Confined Dairy Operations and New Reproductive Technologies. Invited lecturer and on farm demonstration as part of the program, “Programa de Desarrollo Tecnologico” for dairy producers. Organized and sponsored by Apro-Agro and Sancor Cooperativas Limitadas, Sunchales, Santa Fe, Argentina. October 1th, 2010. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

114. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management of Lactating Dairy Cattle in the United States. Invited lecturer as part of the program, “Captura Tecnológica Lechera en Wisconsin” for Chilean dairy producers, industry leaders, and consultants. September 27th, 2010. Concourse Hotel, Madison, WI.

115. Giordano J. O. and V.E. Cabrera. An Economic Decision-Making Model for Comparing Reproductive Management Programs in Dairy Herds. Genex-CRI employee training program. September 14th, 2010. Shawano, WI

116. Giordano J. O. and Fricke, P. M. Serum Pregnancy Associated Glycoproteins (PAG’s), Pregnancy Specific Protein B (PSPB), and Progesterone concentration after induction of pregnancy loss at 39 days of gestation in lactating dairy cows. Invited speaker: Perinatal Research Day. Perinatal Research Laboratory, Meriter Hospital, August 4th, 2010. Madison, WI.

117. Giordano J. O., P.M. Fricke, M.C. Wiltbank, V.E. Cabrera. A stochastic evaluation of reproductive management programs for dairy herds. Presented at the 2010 American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. July 14th, 2010. Denver, Colorado.

118. Giordano J. O., J.N. Guenther, M.S. Ares, M.C. Wiltbank, P.M. Fricke. Presynchronization with hCG 7 d before initiation of Resynch improves fertility similar to a Double–Ovsynch Resynch protocol in lactating dairy cows. Presented at the 2010 American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. July 12th, 2010. Denver, Colorado.

119. Giordano J. O. and P.M. Fricke. Reproductive management of dairy cattle. Training program for Chinese dairy industry leaders. Sponsored by US Grain Council. September 28th, 2009. Madison, WI.

120. Giordano J. O., M.C. Wiltbank, S. Bas, A.P. Cunha, R.A. Pawlisch, J.N. Guenther, and P.M. Fricke. Fertility after timed artificial insemination in lactating dairy cows resynchronized using Double-Ovsynch or standard Ovsynch. Presented at the 2009 American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. July 13th, 2009. Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

International Audiences – Conference presentations, workshops, webinars 

1. Giordano J. O. Integrating technology for improving dairy herd reproductive management. Merck Animal Health Canada virtual workshop for dairy veterinarians. (Delivered Virtually) February 14th and February 22nd, 2022.

2. Giordano J. O. Strategies for increasing reproductive management efficiency of dairy herds. IRAC Biogen Virtual Symposium. Pozo del Tigre, Cordoba, Argentina. (Delivered Virtually in Spanish) August 24th, 2021.

3. Giordano J. O. Latest developments in dairy cattle reproductive management. National Dairy Production Conference. Villa Maria, Cordoba, Argentina. (Delivered Virtually in Spanish) May 12th, 2021.

4. Giordano J. O. Management strategies for optimizing reproductive performance of dairy heifers. Merck Animal Health replacement heifer monitoring group. Spain. (Delivered Virtually in Spanish) April 15th, 2021.

5. Giordano J. O. Impact of Voluntary Waiting Period and First-Service Management Strategies on the Reproductive Performance and Profitability of Dairy Cows. Western Canadian Dairy Seminar. (Delivered Virtually) March 12th, 2021.

6. Giordano J. O. Integrating Sensor Technologies and Timed AI for Reproductive Success. Global Ruminants Technical Webcast, Merck Animal Health. Delivered online. February 24th, 2021.

7. Giordano J. O. Targeted Reproductive Management of Dairy Cattle: VWP Manipulation and Resynchronization Based on Ovarian Status. Brazilian Embryo Transfer Society Annual Conference. Delivered online. December 2nd, 2020.

8. Giordano J. O. Reproductive management tools to reduce the cost of replacement heifers. Italian Buiatric Society Annual Conference. Delivered online. November 25th, 2020.

9. Giordano J. O. Alternativas para mejorar la eficiencia reproductiva en vaquillas de reemplazo (Alternative management strategies to improve reproductive performance of dairy replacements). Maxileche Symposium organized by Merck Mexico. Delivered online in Spanish. October 10th, 2020.

10. Giordano J. O. Estrategias de Manejo para Mejorar el Desempeño Reproductivo de Rodeos Lecheros (Reproductive Management Strategies to Improve Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds). Mexican Embryo Transfer Society Annual Conference. Delivered online in Spanish. July 17th, 2020.

11. Giordano J. O. Automatizacion del Monitoreo de Salud de Vacas Lecheras (Dairy Herd Health Management Automation). Villanueva webinar series for Argentinian dairy industry stakeholders. Delivered online in Spanish. July 2nd, 2020.

12. Giordano J. O. Estrategias de Manejo para Mejorar el Desempeño Reproductivo de Rodeos Lecheros (Reproductive Management Strategies to Improve Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds). Genex Latin America Webinar series for Latin dairy industry stakeholders. Delivered online in Spanish. May 18th, 2020.

13. Giordano J. O. Optimizing Reproductive Performance through the Integration of Technology. Allflex APAC Webinar series for China dairy industry stakeholders. Delivered online. May 10th, 2020.

14. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Strategies for Dairy Heifers (Webinar in Spanish). Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Webinar series for Spanish speaking stakeholders. Ithaca, NY. December 10th, 2019.

15. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management of Lactating Dairy Cows. (In Spanish) Wizium Technical Services Meetings. Torreon and Queretaro, Mexico. October 30th and 31st, 2019.

16. Giordano J. O. 1) Synchronization of Ovulation Strategies for Lactating Dairy Cows. 2) Use of electronic health monitoring devices in dairy herd management. (In Spanish) Maxi Leche Conference organized by Merck Mexico. Cancun, Mexico. October 10th, 2019.

17. Giordano J. O. Designing Effective Reproductive Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows and Heifers. Quebec Veterinary Medical Association Conference. Esterel, Quebec, Canada. September 21st, 2019.

18. Giordano J. O. Current and Future Opportunities in Reproductive Management
of Dairy Cattle. (In Spanish) FONA Holstein Conference. Queretaro, Mexico. May 31st, 2019.

19. Giordano J. O. 1) Current and Future Opportunities in Reproductive Management
of Dairy Cattle. 2) Performance & Economics of Replacement Dairy Heifers Managed with Programs that Favor Insemination at Detected Estrus or Timed AI. Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners. Guelph, Ontario, Canada. May 2nd, 2019.

20. Giordano J. O. 1) Integration of Automated Detection of Estrus
into Reproductive Management of Dairy Herds. 2) Integrating Automated Health Monitoring Technologies into Dairy Herd Management. Allflex China Conference. Zhouzhuang, China. April 15th, 2019.

21. Giordano J. O. 1) Strategies for Optimizing First Service Management
of Lactating Dairy Cattle. 2) Strategies for Optimizing Second and Greater AI Service Management of Lactating Dairy Cattle. Fatro Guneshly Key Accounts Training Meeting. Izmir, Turkey. April 15th, 2019.

22. Giordano J. O. 1) Current and Future Technologies for Reproductive Management of Cattle. 2) Automating Detection of Estrus and Disease in Dairy Cattle. Fifth International Week of Science, Technology, and Innovation. SIES+ Alliance of the University System of Northern Santander. Cucuta, Colombia. November 21st and 22nd, 2018.

23. Giordano J. O. Automating Disease Detection in Dairy Farms. 18th International Congress of Bovine Practitioners. Mexican Association of Bovine Practitioners. Torreon, Mexico. November 9th, 2018.

24. Giordano J. O. 1) Economics of Replacement Dairy Heifers Managed with Reproductive Management Programs that Favor Insemination at Detected Estrus or Timed AI. 2) Dairy Cow Health Monitoring Using Automated Sensors vs. Traditional Monitoring. Kaihang & Dairy Health Management Services Dairy Conference. Suzhou, China. October 19th, 2018.

25. Giordano J. O. Automating Reproductive & Health Monitoring & Management
in Dairy Farms. Dairy Nutritionist Group from Torreon, Mexico. Organized by Elanco Animal Health. Ithaca, NY. October 14th, 2018.

26. Giordano J. O. Automating Reproductive & Health Monitoring & Management
in Dairy Farms. Dairy Producer and Consultant Group from the United Kingdom. Organized by Zinpro Corporation. Ithaca, NY. September 19th, 2018.

27. Giordano J. O. Lectures on Reproductive Physiology, Management, and Record Analysis. Genex Leadership Academy for Dairy Veterinarians and Managers (Participants from Mexico, Argentina, Brazil). Madison, WI. May 18th, 2018.

28. Giordano J. O. 1) Impact of First Service Management Programs on the Performance and Economics of Heifers. 2) Recent Developments on Reproductive Programs for 2+ AI Services. Zoetis Dairy Summit. Mount Saint Anne, Quebec, Canada. February 3rd, 2018.

29. Giordano J. O. Automating Reproductive & Health Monitoring & Management
in Dairy Farms. Dairy Producers and Bovine Practitioners from Cordoba, Argentina. Freyre, Cordoba, Argentina. December 22nd, 2017.

30. Giordano J. O. 1) Optimizing First Service Postpartum in Lactating Dairy Cows
2) Management Strategies for Second and Greater AI Services in Lactating Dairy Cows. 3) Reproductive Management Strategies to Optimize Performance of Dairy Heifers. 4) Economic Implications of Reproductive Management Strategies for Dairy Heifers. West Indies Veterinary Conference at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Saint Kitts and Nevis. November 5th and 6th, 2017.

31. Giordano J. O. 1) Dairy Cattle Estrous Cycle and Synch Program Physiology. 2) First Service Management Strategies for Lactating Dairy Cows. 3) Reproductive Management for 2+ AI Based on Ovarian Status. 4) Dairy Heifer Reproductive Management. Ontario Veterinary College Dairy Health Management Certificate Program. June 13th and 14th, 2017.

32. Giordano J. O. Automating Reproductive and Health Management in Dairy Farms. GEA Technologies technical services team training program. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. January 18th, 2017.

33. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Strategies for Dairy Herds: Research Updates and Program Design. Rideau-St. Lawrence Veterinary Services. Kemptville, ON. January 12th-13th, 2017.

34. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management of Cows Based on Ovarian Status. European College of Bovine Health Management. Webinar. December 6th, 2016.

35. Giordano J. O. Synchronization and Hormonal Therapy in Dairy Cattle Management: Present & Future. Italian Embryo Transfer Society Annual Conference. September 6-7th, 2016.

36. Giordano J. O. Economics of Reproductive Management Programs Including Synchronization of Ovulation. Italian Embryo Transfer Society Annual Conference. September 6-7th, 2016.

37. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Strategies to Improve the Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds. Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Webinars (Spanish for Spanish speaking US and Latin America DCRC members). June 24th, 2016.

38. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management Programs for Lactating Dairy Cows. Vetoquinol, ARC Regionals. 3 Locations (Quebec City, Montreal, and Ontario, Canada). June 9th-11th, 2016.

39. Giordano J. O. Management Strategies to Optimize Reproductive Performance of Lactating Dairy Cows. SIVAR, Societa Italiana Veterinari per Animali da Reddito. May 13th, 2016.

40. Giordano J. O. Monitoring Reproductive Management Program using On-Farm Records. ANEMBE (National Association of Spanish Bovine Practitioners) XXI Congress, Santiago de Compostela, Spain. May 11th, 2016.

41. Giordano J. O. Insemination to Estrus vs. Timed AI: are these methods incompatible? ANEMBE (National Association of Spanish Bovine Practitioners) XXI Congress, Santiago de Compostela, Spain. May 12th, 2016.

42. Giordano J. O. Economic Impact of Different Reproductive Management Strategies: Calculations and Interpretation. ANEMBE (National Association of Spanish Bovine Practitioners) XXI Congress, Santiago de Compostela, Spain. May 12th, 2016.

43. Giordano J. O. and M.L. Stangaferro. Use of automated health monitoring systems to identify dairy cows with health disorders. Leitte Integral. Curitiba, Brazil. March 7th, 2016.

44. Giordano J. O. Management Strategies to Optimize Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds. Elite Dairy Management Conference. Muenster, Germany. November, 21st, 2015.

45. Giordano J. O. 2015. Management Strategies to Optimize Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds. Dia Internacional de Ganado Lechero. September 11th, 2015. Delicias, Mexico.

46. Giordano J. O. 2015. Impact of Extending the Duration of the Voluntary Waiting Period on the Reproductive Performance of Lactating Dairy Cows. 11th International Reproduction Symposium. August 13-15th, 2015. Cordoba, Argentina.

47. Giordano J. O. 2015. Impact of Pregnancy Loss on Ovarian Function and Reproductive Performance of Lactating Dairy Cows. 11th International Reproduction Symposium. August 13-15th, 2015. Cordoba, Argentina.

48. Giordano J. O. Management Strategies to Optimize Reproductive Performance of Dairy Herds. Western Canadian Dairy Seminar. Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. March 11th, 2015.

49. Giordano J. O. Argentine Dairy Industry Professional and Dairy Producers Training Program. 1. Structure and Status of the US Dairy Industry, 2.Reproductive Management Programs for Dairy Herds. Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. June 9th and 10th, 2014.

50. Giordano J. O. Ontario Veterinary College Dairy Health Management Certificate Program. 1. Reproductive Management I: Practical Strategies and Research Update, 2. Pregnancy Losses and Non-Pregnancy Diagnosis, 3. Reproductive Management II: Integrating Activity Monitoring into Reproductive Management Programs, 4. Economics of Reproduction in Dairy Herds, 5. UWCU-Repro$ software Tool: Practical Use and Demonstration. Ontario College of Veterinary Medicine, Guelph Ontario. June 3rd to June 5th, 2014.

51. Giordano J. O. 1. Vetoquinol Continuing Education Meeting for Dairy Practitioners. Management for a Successful First & Second and Subsequent AI Service for Lactating Dairy Cows, 2. Evaluating Dairy Cattle Reproductive Management Programs, 3. Profitability of Dairy Reproductive Management Programs. 4. Synchronization of Ovulation Research Update. New York City, New York. April 25th and 26th, 2014.

52. Giordano J. O. Russian Industry Technician and Producers Training Program. 1. Heat Detection Strategies and Use of Activity Monitoring in Reproduction Programs. 2. Synchronization Programs – Implementation and Evaluation. 3. Evaluation of Dairy Reproductive Records. Wimm-Bill-Dann-Cornell Dairy Courses. Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. April 3rd and 4th, 2014.

53. Giordano J. O. Dairy Replacements Health and Reproductive Management Conference. Organized by CREA Rafaela, Argentina. Rafaela, Argentina. Reproductive Management of Dairy Replacements and its Impact on the Dairy Enterprise. December 30th, 2013.

54. Giordano J. O. AhrHoff, Futtergut Germany Dairy Producers US tour. Synchronization of Ovulation Programs for Dairy Cattle. Cornell University. June 12th, 2013.

55. Giordano J. O. Shaping the future of the dairy industry through improvements on dairy farm productive efficiency and training of the next generation of dairy scientists. Global Challenges University Workshop: Future of Food, Security, Safety and Quality. May 21th to 24th, 2013. Uppsala, Sweden.

56. Giordano J. O. Economic evaluation of and cost-benefit analysis of different breeding systems for lactating dairy cows. Presented at the 4th Reproductive Biotechnologies Discussion Conference. Organized by Instituto de Reproduccion Animal de Cordoba (IRAC). Cordoba, Cordoba, Argentina. July 7th, 2012.

57. Giordano J. O. Use and limitations of electronic estrus detection systems based on activity. Presented at the 4th Reproducitve Biotehcnologies Discussion Conference. Organized by Instituto de Reproduccion Animal de Cordoba (IRAC). Cordoba, Cordoba, Argentina. July 6th, 2012.

58. Giordano J. O. Synchronization and resynchronization of ovulation programs. What to do with nonpregnant cows after 1st service. When to perform pregnancy diagnosis and start a resynch program. Presented at the Advances in Reproduction of Dairy Cattle Workshop for Veterinarians. Organized by Instituto de Reproduccion Animal de Cordoba (IRAC). Pozo del Tigre, Cordoba, Argentina. July 4th, 2012.

59. Giordano J. O. Determination and comparison of the impact of reproductive management strategies on the economics of a dairy herds. Presented at the Advances in Reproduction of Dairy Cattle Workshop for Veterinarians. Organized by Instituto de Reproduccion Animal de Cordoba (IRAC). Pozo del Tigre, Cordoba, Argentina. July 5th, 2012.

60. Giordano J. O. Reproductive Management for Lactating Dairy Cattle in Confined Dairy Operations and the Impact of Reproductive Performance on Dairy Farms Economics. Invited lecturer and on farm demonstration as part of the program, “Programa de Desarrollo Tecnologico” for dairy producers. Organized and sponsored by Sancor Cooperativas Limitadas, Sunchales, Santa Fe, Argentina. October 3rd and 7th, 2010. Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison, WI.

61. J.O. Giordano, and P.M. Fricke. Resynchronization and early pregnancy diagnosis in dairy farms. Presented at the Cooprimsem Reproduction Conferences in Osorno, Puerto Varas, Los Angeles, and San Fernando, Chile. May 5-8th, 2009.

62. J.O. Giordano, and P.M. Fricke. Measuring and monitoring reproduction in dairy farms. Cooprimsem Reproduction Conferences. Presented at the Cooprimsem Reproduction Conferences in Osorno, Puerto Varas, Los Angeles, and San Fernando, Chile. May 5 to 8th, 2009.