Raising the Roof
Raising the Roof is the only major Australian dairy industry event focusing on intensive farm systems and their supporting infrastructure.
International insights and innovation
This event showcases innovative thinking and international insights into dairy feeding and housing infrastructure. Attendees gain practical insights into the design and management of modern dairy farming systems.
The program features interactive presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities and virtual and in-person farm visits.
Raising the Roof returns in 2026
Raising the Roof is returning for the third time in 2026.
Venue:
Riverlinks Eastbank in Shepparton, Victoria
Dates:
20-22 May 2026
Speakers:
Confirmed event speakers to date include Dr Nigel Cook, the Director of the US-based Dairyland Initiative, and fellow American Jeff Hoeger, the Ruminant Nutritionist at Cornerstone Ag Management. Also confirmed to present is Oliver Moore, the Senior Vice President of New Equipment in the Farm Technologies Division at GEA Group in Germany.
Some of the most highly regarded Australian experts on dairy infrastructure are also confirmed to present, including Mike Ryan (Eagle Direct), Tom Farran (Farmanco), Christian Bannan (South East Soil and Water), Clare Fitzpatrick (Progressive Rural Solutions) and Janine Price (Scolexia).
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2024 highlights
The February 2024 event brought 300 dairy farmers and industry professionals together in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales.
See the highlights from event and explore more resources below.