Objectives

• Enhance the dairy equipment statistical reporting program and maintain to ensure continued value and relevance
• Identify challenges specific to dairy equipment manufacturers and work towards developing industry solutions
• Determine ways in which AEM may better support the specific needs of AEM dairy equipment manufacturer members through technical support, advocacy and other means.

2021 Priorities

• Work with USDA and NMPF to secure funding for industry automatization in next Farm Bill.
• Work with Dairy Equipment Engineering Committee to develop guidelines to improve animal and worker safety.
• Develop and distribute 10 Myths and Benefits document.
• Proactive engagement in positive PR for the sector.

Leadership

A Chair is elected by the committee and serves a two year term.

Composition

Executives from AEM dairy equipment manufacturing companies.

Meetings

Once or twice a year as deemed necessary or appropriate, in conjunction with industry events when possible.