Dairy farms encouraged to host high school graduates as apprentices
Country Folks
September 30, 2025

Dairy farms encouraged to host high school graduates as apprentices

Pennsylvania dairy producers who are looking for an employee to serve in a herd management role are encouraged to apply for the Center for Dairy Excellence’s (CDE) Dairy Herd Manager Apprenticeship Program. The program is registered through the PA Department of Labor & Industry and requires apprentices to master various competencies over 18 months of employment on a dairy farm.

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