David B. Fischer

David Fischer is an animal systems educator with University of Illinois Extension. He holds a master's degree in environmental sciences and a bachelor's degree in animal/dairy sciences from Southern Illinois University.

Fischer specializes in all aspects of dairy production and forage production. He also provides leadership for dairy education programs for youth.

He is a member of the American Dairy Science Association, Epsilon Sigma Phi, Illinois Extension Agricultural Association, National Association of County Agricultural Agents, National Dairy Shrine, and Illinois Holstein Association.

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

• Dairy cattle management
  
• Dairy cattle facilities
  
• Forages and forage quality
  
• Livestock waste management
  
• Dairy farm consulting
  
• Youth dairy judging and dairy quiz bowl
  
• Illinois State Fair Superior Young Dairy Producer Award program
  
• Illinois State Fair Jr. Dairy Show