--- title: HighGround Dairy's 2027 Global Dairy Outlook Conference description: HighGround Dairy is eager to host our sixth annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference in Chicago June 15-17, 2027. image: https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2027%20conference%20thumbnail%20(1).png --- [![hgd-logo](https://22535539.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/22535539/Imported%20images/hgd-logo.png)](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/) - Dairy Market Intel #### Dairy Market Intel - [Dairy Market Dashboard](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-market-intel) - [Dairy Market Analysis](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/dairy-market-analysis/) - [Dairy Market Blog](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/dairy-market-blog/) - [Producer Intel](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/producer-intel/) - [Podcast Episodes](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/podcast-episodes/) - [Forecast Webinars](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/dairy-market-analysis/webinars/) - [Spot Prices & Settlements](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/dairy-market-analysis/spot-prices-settlements/) - [Data Snapshots](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/category/data-snapshots/) [Market Intelligence Overview/Packages](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-market-intelligence) [Free Trial](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/free-trial) [Dairy Dashboard](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dashboard/) - Services #### Services - [Dairy Market Intelligence](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-market-intelligence/) - [Dairy Hedging and Execution](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-hedging-and-execution/) - [Dairy Insurance](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-insurance/) - [Dairy Revenue Protection](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-insurance/dairy-revenue-protection/) - [Livestock Gross Margin-Dairy](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-insurance/livestock-gross-margin-dairy/) - [Livestock Risk Protection](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-insurance/livestock-risk-protection/) - [Dairy Market Consulting](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-consulting/) - [Dairy Market Education](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-market-education?hsLang=en) - Clients #### Clients - [Dairy Producers](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-producers/) - [Dairy Supply Chain](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-supply-chain/) - Tools #### Tools - [Milk Price Calculator](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/milk-price-calculator/) - [CME Spot Market Results](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/cme-spot-market-results?hsLang=en) - [Dairy Market Resources](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/dairy-market-resources?hsLang=en) - [DRP Quotes](https://highgrounddairy.aghedgedesk.com/) - [HGD Academy Courses](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/courses-overview/) - Events #### Events - [2027 Global Outlook Conference](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/conference) - [Dairy Industry Events](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/events/) - About #### About - [About HGD](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/about/) - [Our Team](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/our-team/) - [Contact Us](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/contact/) [Dairy Dashboard](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/dashboard/) Chicago, IL [+1 (312) 604-3080](tel:+1%20(312)%20604-3080) Visalia, CA [+1 (559) 623-4172](tel:+1%20(559)%20623-4172) ![2027 conference logo save the date](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2027%20conference%20logo%20save%20the%20date.png?width=2000&height=666&name=2027%20conference%20logo%20save%20the%20date.png "2027 conference logo save the date") ## June 15-17, 2027 | Union League Club, Chicago [Add to your calendar](https://www.addevent.com/event/snbfz6k77f40) ![Global Dairy Outlook Conference](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20-%20ulcc-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20-%20ulcc-1.png "Global Dairy Outlook Conference") ## Registration ENDS SOON General Registration ENDS at 11 AM CDT on June 17, 2025. Space is limited at the historic Union League Club – register now to secure your spot! [Register Here](https://buytickets.at/highgrounddairy/1381627) --- ![Global Dairy Outlook Conference](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20-%20ulcc-1.png?width=300&height=300&name=2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20-%20ulcc-1.png "Global Dairy Outlook Conference") ## Registration has closed --- ## Conference Agenda ## Tuesday, June 24 --- | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Opening Reception / Meet & Greet at Elephant & Castle (111 West Adams Street) | | --- | --- | --- ## Wednesday, June 25 --- | 8:00 am - 8:30 am | Registration & Continental Breakfast | | --- | --- |   --- | 8:30 am - 8:45 am | **Opening Remarks** **Eric Meyer**, Founder & President, HighGround Dairy | | --- | --- |   --- | 8:45 am - 10:15 am | Dairy Market Outlook: US & Global Fundamentals & Price Forecasts **Alyssa Badger**, Vice President, Global Operations & Insights, HighGround Dairy Betty Berning, Contributing Dairy Economist, HighGround Dairy Stu Davison, Senior Manager, Global Market Insights, HighGround Dairy Alex Gambonini, Senior Manager, Advisory Services, HighGround Dairy Cara Murphy, Senior Manager, Market Intelligence, HighGround Dairy | | --- | --- |     --- | 10:15 am - 10:30 am | Break | | --- | --- |   --- | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Producer Panel: Boots on the Ground Perspective from US Dairy Producers Moderator: Alex Gambonini, Senior Manager, Advisory Services, HighGround Dairy Amy Hath, Owner, Hath Dairy Amy Penterman, Owner/Manager, Dutch Dairy Scott Ruby, Managing Partner, Fir Ridge Holstein Farm | | --- | --- | --- | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Networking Lunch | | --- | --- |   --- | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | **Middle Eastern Dairy Demand: Insights from the Region** Azize Yanina, Senior Manager, Procurement, Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company | | --- | --- | --- | 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm | Break | | --- | --- | --- | 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm | **Canada's Dairy Industry: A History of Supply Management** Brian Kipping, Consultant, Regulatory Affairs and Trade Compliance | | --- | --- | --- | 3:15 pm - 3:30 pm | Break | | --- | --- |   --- | 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | **China Dairy Regional Update** Dr. Ho Wanxing Eugene, Director of Research & Intellectual Property, Mengniu Dairy China Jeff Goodwin, President & Chief Executive Officer, Pivotal Ingredients | | --- | --- | --- | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Reception sponsored by Global Dairy Trade | | --- | --- |   --- ## Thursday, June 26 --- | 8:00 am - 8:30 am | Continental Breakfast | | --- | --- |   --- | 8:30 am - 9:30 am | **European Dairy Industry Deep Dive** **Łukasz Wyrzykowski**, Managing Director, IFCN Dairy Research Network | | --- | --- |   --- | 9:30 am - 9:45 am | Break | | --- | --- |   --- | 9:45 am - 10:45 am | **The New Trade Reality: Tariffs, Tensions & US Export Strategy** **Stephen Cain**, Senior Director, Economic Research and Analysis, NMPF/USDEC | | --- | --- |   --- | 10:45 am - 11:00 am | Break | | --- | --- |   --- | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | **Beef Market Insights from the Feedlot** **Olivia Willrett**, Market Analyst, Five Rivers Cattle Feeding | | --- | --- | --- | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Networking Lunch | | --- | --- |   --- ## Meet Our Speakers ![alyssa badger](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/alyssa%20badger.png?width=400&height=400&name=alyssa%20badger.png "alyssa badger") ## Alyssa Badger ### Vice President, Global ### Operations & Insights ### **HighGround Dairy** ![Betty Berning-1](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Betty%20Berning-1.png?width=400&height=400&name=Betty%20Berning-1.png "Betty Berning-1") ## Betty Berning ### Contributing Dairy Economist ### **HighGround Dairy** ![stu davison](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/stu%20davison.png?width=400&height=400&name=stu%20davison.png "stu davison") ## Stu Davison ### Senior Manager, ### Global Market Insights ### **HighGround Dairy** ![Alex Gambonini](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/alex%20gambonini%20(1).png?width=400&height=400&name=alex%20gambonini%20(1).png "Alex Gambonini") ## Alex Gambonini ### Senior Manager, Advisory Services ### **HighGround Dairy** ![eric meyer](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/eric%20meyer.png?width=400&height=400&name=eric%20meyer.png "eric meyer") ## Eric Meyer ### President & Founder ### **HighGround Dairy** ![cara murphy](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cara%20murphy.png?width=400&height=400&name=cara%20murphy.png "cara murphy") ## Cara Murphy ### Senior Manager, Dairy Market Intelligence ### **HighGround Dairy** ![Stephen Cain](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stephen%20Cain.png?width=400&height=400&name=Stephen%20Cain.png "Stephen Cain") ## Stephen Cain ### Senior Director, Economic Research & Analysis ### **NMPF/USDEC** ![Jeffrey Goodwin](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jeffrey%20Goodwin.png?width=400&height=400&name=Jeffrey%20Goodwin.png "Jeffrey Goodwin") ## Jeff Goodwin ### Founder & CEO ### **Pivotal Ingredients** ![Amy Hath](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Amy%20Hath.png?width=400&height=400&name=Amy%20Hath.png "Amy Hath") ## Amy Hath ### Owner ### **Hath Dairy** ![Eugene Ho, PhD](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Invoices/Eugene%20Ho%2c%20PhD.png?width=400&height=400&name=Eugene%20Ho%2c%20PhD.png "Eugene Ho, PhD") ## Dr. Ho Wanxing Eugene ### Director of Research & Intellectual Property ### **Mengniu Dairy China** ![Brian Kipping](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brian%20Kipping.png?width=400&height=400&name=Brian%20Kipping.png "Brian Kipping") ## Brian Kipping  ### Consultant ### Regulatory Affairs & Trade Compliance ![Amy Penterman](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Amy%20Penterman.png?width=400&height=400&name=Amy%20Penterman.png "Amy Penterman") ## Amy Penterman ### Owner/Manager ### **Dutch Dairy** ![Scott Ruby](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Scott%20Ruby%20(2).png?width=400&height=400&name=Scott%20Ruby%20(2).png "Scott Ruby") ## Scott Ruby ### Managing Partner ### **Fir Ridge Holstein Farm** ![Olivia Willrett](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Olivia%20Willrett-1.png?width=400&height=400&name=Olivia%20Willrett-1.png "Olivia Willrett") ## Olivia Willrett ### Market Analyst ### **Five Rivers Cattle Feeding** ![Łukasz Wyrzykowski](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%C5%81ukasz%20Wyrzykowski.png?width=400&height=400&name=%C5%81ukasz%20Wyrzykowski.png "Łukasz Wyrzykowski") ## Łukasz Wyrzykowski ### Managing Director ### **IFCN Dairy Research Network** ![Azize Yanina](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Azize%20Yanina%20(1).png?width=400&height=400&name=Azize%20Yanina%20(1).png "Azize Yanina") ## Azize Yanina  ### Senior Manager Procurement ### **Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company** [Read More About Our Speakers Here](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2025%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2025%20conf%20landing%20page%2C%20emails/2025%20Meet%20Our%20Speakers.pdf?hsLang=en) ## Speaker Interview Podcast Series Leading up to the conference in June, we will interview selected speakers and panelists to give you a sneak peek into their backgrounds and sessions at the conference. Find the first episode with Bill Wavrin below!   [Azize Yanina](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/azize-yanina-speaker-interview-series/), Senior Manager, Procurement, Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company *Session: Middle Eastern Dairy Demand – Insights from the Region*   [Amy Penterman](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/amy-penterman-speaker-interview-series/), Owner & Manager, Dutch Dairy  *Session: Producer Panel – Boots on the Ground Perspective from US Dairy Producers*   [Billy Schmitz](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/billy-schmitz-speaker-interview-series/), Trade Analyst, Five Rivers Cattle Feeding *Session: Beef Market Insights from the Feedlot* [Subscribe So You Don't Miss Our Next Interview](https://open.spotify.com/show/351xnEAgSwtCFZ93x55uXv) ![lets chat dairy](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lets%20chat%20dairy.png?width=300&height=300&name=lets%20chat%20dairy.png "lets chat dairy") ![chicago cta thumbnail](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/chicago%20cta%20thumbnail.png?width=300&height=300&name=chicago%20cta%20thumbnail.png "chicago cta thumbnail") ## Chicago Accommodations Here are some of our recommendations on where to stay nearby depending on your loyalty preference: •  Union League Club (Conference Host): Call 1.800.443.0578 or Email    [clubservices@ulcc.org](mailto:clubservices@ulcc.org) & Reference HighGround Dairy Group for $259/night +    20% Club Access Fee (ROOM BLOCK CLOSES JUNE 3, 2025) •  [Palmer House a Hilton Hotel](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chiphhh-palmer-house/?SEO_id=GMB-HI-CHIPHHH) •  [Hampton Inn Theater District](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chitdhx-hampton-majestic-chicago-theatre-district/?SEO_id=GMB-HP-CHITDHX) (Hilton Affiliation) •  [W Chicago](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chiwc-w-chicago-city-center/overview/) (Marriott Affiliation) •  [JW Marriott Chicago](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chijw-jw-marriott-chicago/rooms/) •  [Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chiwjgi-hilton-garden-inn-chicago-central-loop/) •  [Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chijbpy-canopy-chicago-central-loop/) •  [The Buckingham Hotel](https://thebuckinghamclub.com/) ## Read Alyssa Badger's Interview with Cheese Market News *"We take pride in the fact that when people come to this conference, they truly engage — this is not an event where attendees drift in and out of sessions. Every discussion is packed with insight, and there is not a single speaker you will want to miss. Our goal is for everyone to walk away with new knowledge that they can immediately apply to their business..."* [Read the Entire Article Here](https://www.highgrounddairy.com/cmn-highgrounds-global-dairy-outlook-conference-offers-strategic-insights-networking-opportunities-for-industry-leaders/) ![alyssa badger cta thumbnail](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/alyssa%20badger%20cta%20thumbnail.png?width=300&height=300&name=alyssa%20badger%20cta%20thumbnail.png "alyssa badger cta thumbnail") ## Things to do in Chicago Since you are visiting us in our city, here is a guide for you with must-do activities during the long-awaited Chicago summer! The timing of the conference is perfect for you to bring your family and enjoy an extended weekend in the Second City! We Look forward to seeing you in June. Some things featured in the guide below include:   •  A complete list of Chicago beaches •  Links to the city's best museums & tours •  Our favorite dive bars and pizza places (all types of crusts included!) •  Unique locations to listen to live music while enjoying the best places around Chicago [View the Guide Here](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2024%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2024%20A%20Chicago%20Summer%20Guide.pdf?hsLang=en) ![chicago green (1)](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/chicago%20green%20(1).png?width=300&height=300&name=chicago%20green%20(1).png "chicago green (1)") ![Chicago Global Dairy Outlook Conference](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20chicago.png?width=300&height=300&name=2025%20conf%20cta%20thumbnail%20chicago.png "Chicago Global Dairy Outlook Conference") ## Secure Your Spot Now General Registration ENDS at 11 AM CDT on June 17, 2025. Space is limited at the historic Union League Club – register now to secure your spot!   Market Intelligence customers can add their registration fee to their renewal invoice for the upcoming year. Email us at [info@highgrounddairy.com](mailto:info@highgrounddairy.com) if you are interested in taking advantage of that option. [Register Here](https://buytickets.at/highgrounddairy/1381627) ## More details coming soon - Sign up to receive updates! From now until June, we will continue to provide more information about the committed speakers, agenda, hotel options, and more. Fill out the form below to be the first to know! ## Registration opens fall 2026 - Sign up to receive updates! Fill out this form to receive notifications and updates as they are available. ## A Special Thank You To Our Sponsors: ![cme group logo](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cme%20group%20logo.png?width=500&height=63&name=cme%20group%20logo.png "cme group logo") ![gdt logo-1](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/gdt%20logo-1.png?width=400&height=163&name=gdt%20logo-1.png "gdt logo-1") ## View Previous Agendas & Speaker Lists [2026 Agenda & Speakers](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2026%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2026%20Agenda%20%26%20Speakers.pdf?hsLang=en) [2025 Agenda & Speakers](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2025%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2025%20Agenda%20%26%20Speakers.pdf?hsLang=en) [2024 Agenda & Speakers](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2024%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2024%20Agenda%20%26%20Speakers.pdf?hsLang=en) [2023 Agenda & Speakers](https://marketing.highgrounddairy.com/hubfs/2024%20Global%20Dairy%20Outlook%20Conference/2023%20Conference%20Agenda%20%26%20Speakers.pdf?hsLang=en) Any other questions? 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