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NewsIn an effort organized by the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council, 70 dairy companies, farmer-owned cooperatives, and associations today sent a letter to the United States Trade Representative and the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture asking the U.S. government to capitalize on the conclusion of Japan’s [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogThe New York Animal Agriculture Coalition is proud to present ALL-STAR ADVOCATES, a new and exciting opportunity to enhance your ag-vocacy skills. If you’re a passionate dairy farmer or advocate for the dairy industry in New York State, this program might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Check out this opportunity [Read More ...] -
NewsPublic hearings began Thursday on revisions to ATCP 51 Wisconsin’s largest dairy lobbying group said proposed changes to regulations affecting new or expanding livestock farms are largely unworkable and unfair and would revive chaos that the rules were originally created to alleviate. The comments from the Dairy Business Association (DBA) [Read More ...] -
NewsSelect Sires Inc. adds twenty-four sires to the cooperative’s daughter-proven lineups. This incoming class of graduates hails from exceptional cow families and boasts production, fertility, health and wellness qualities for profitable solutions. Select Sires recognizes the impact of health and wellness on your bottom line and continues to test for [Read More ...] -
NewsOur 26th annual Dairy 100 ranks the largest companies and cooperatives in the North American dairy industry. View the 2019 Dairy 100 The past year brought challenges to many North American dairy processors, from tariffs threatening export sales to a growing array of dairy alternatives squeezing limited shelf space. Some [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogU.S. risks losing $5.4 billion in dairy export business without swift action to deliver a strong trade agreement with one of the world’s largest dairy buyers. Japan is the largest cheese importer in the world and a significant buyer of whey, lactose and other dairy products. Forecasts suggest Japanese dairy [Read More ...]
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NewsEvery month, USDEC aggregates domestic and global dairy data to create 10 charts displayed in a one-page, printable dashboard. The August Dairy Data Dashboard is now available. Get a one-page PDF of this dashboard. Get a one-page PDF of this dashboard. Want more dairy data? Go here and scroll [Read More ...]
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NewsThe California Department of Pesticide Regulation and California Department of Food and Agriculture today announced the members of a new, cross-sector working group created to identify, evaluate and recommend safer, sustainable pest management solutions that can replace the pesticide chlorpyrifos. The Alternatives to Chlorpyrifos Work Group includes leaders and experts [Read More ...] -
NewsNominate an agriculture leader in your community by Sept. 20, 2019 for this $2,000 award. Who is your favorite agriculture youth leader? What could they do with a $2,000 award for their organization? Find out by nominating them for the 2019 Sav-A-Caf® Youth Impact Award. The award from Milk Products, [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogAward honors NMC leaders for milk quality improvement work The National Mastitis Council (NMC) is accepting nominations for its coveted Award of Excellence for Contribution to Mastitis Prevention and Control. This award recognizes an NMC member who has provided sustained contributions to mastitis prevention and control through research, extension and/or [Read More ...] -
NewsMore than 400 drives brought in over 13,000 units of blood The final tallies are in, and there’s no doubt about it: the seventh annual Passion for Pints blood drive campaign was a success. In more than 400 drives across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Colorado, 13,195 units were donated. [Read More ...] -
NewsProgram looks at future of family farms, growing concerns over monopolization Governor Tony Evers plans to highlight the Year of Clean Drinking Water during a stop at the Wisconsin Farmers Union Summer Conference this Thursday, August 15 in Chippewa Falls. Gov. Evers will speak at about 11:45am at the event, [Read More ...]
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All Breeds BlogThe CDCB Board of Directors will welcome two new directors, Corey Geiger and Dave Hallberg, at their upcoming August meeting, according to its recent newsletter issued Aug. 16. On the CDCB Board, Corey Geiger of Mukwonago, Wis., will represent the interests of Purebred Dairy Cattle Association as the new President of Holstein [Read More ...] -
NewsSpace Still Available for August 22 workshop Optimizing reproductive performance is fundamentally important to the success and profitability of dairy operations. Penn State Extension is offering a hands-on workshop on Thursday, August 22 at Shady Maple Smorgasbord, East Earl, Lancaster County, to help producers, herd managers and farm personnel troubleshot [Read More ...] -
NewsThe 9th Annual NIAA Antibiotic Symposium will be in Ames, Iowa at Iowa State University, October 15–17, 2019. The theme of the Symposium will be Communicating the Science of Responsible Antibiotic Use in Animal Agriculture. This year’s Symposium will be hosted by NIAA in collaboration with the prestigious National Institute [Read More ...] -
NewsThis is an increase from a 2012 study that found agriculture generated $88.3 billion Wisconsin’s farms and agricultural businesses generate $104.8 billion in economic activity and 437,700 jobs, based on data for 2017, according to a new study from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. This is an increase from a 2012 [Read More ...]
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NewsRec’s included in NMP plans save money and are good for the environment This is the third in a series of stories about nutrient management planning by Jim Massey. Some farmers have developed nutrient management plans for their farms because they were forced to do so by regulators. Others have [Read More ...] -
NewsThe Southeast Hay Contest offers a great value for the investment Now that the days are lengthening, the soil is warming up, and there is enough moisture to grow forages, it is time to focus on high quality hay production. The first step is to soil test and apply a [Read More ...] -
NewsAugust 20th at the Southwest Research and Outreach Center in Lamberton If you would like to hear the latest research and information on cover crops from University of MN researchers and educators, reserve your spot for the U of MN field day “Cover Crops: Setting up for Success,” August 20, [Read More ...]
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NewsAmerican Cheese Society recently held their 2019 annual cheese competition Cow’s milk cheese and dairy processors that use the Real California Milk seal brought home 50 awards from the 2019 annual cheese competition held by the American Cheese Society (ACS), July 31-August 3, 2019 in Richmond, Va. The American Cheese [Read More ...] -
NewsAs the trade war deepens, the Chinese say, at least, their buying will go to zero You will never get much argument in farm country about the Chinese being bad trade partners. Their misbehavior has been a problem for decades. That said, China has purchased a lot of our farm [Read More ...]
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All Breeds BlogWhile an insurance program may not be the most exciting aspect of dairy management, it can be one of the most important. In this week’s conversation, Bruce Porter of Farm Family Insurance, an American National company, talks with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News about key questions to ask your insurance [Read More ...] -
NewsAPHIS to use Farm Bill funds to support animal disease prevention, management The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing initial plans to carry out new animal health activities using resources provided by the 2018 Farm Bill. Section 12101 of the 2018 Farm [Read More ...] -
NewsDairy cattle summer series offered in Randolph, August 27th After the day’s work is done, dairy producers are invited to learn more about research trials affecting dairy cattle health directly from Cornell University experts. On Tuesday, August 27th, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm at the Randolph Municipal Building, 72 Main [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogAgLetter reports farmland values in the Seventh Federal Reserve District were down 1 percent in the second quarter of 2019 from a year earlier. Values for “good” agricultural land in the District were unchanged from the first quarter to the second quarter of 2019, according to a survey of 157 [Read More ...] -
NewsCelebrate NY’s dairy industry at the Great NYS Fair’s 43rd Annual Dairy Day, Aug. 29 The 2019 Great New York State Fair will celebrate the 43rd anniversary of Dairy Day on Thursday, August 29, with a full day of activities to educate guests about the State’s largest agricultural sector and recognize [Read More ...]
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NewsThe Real California Milk Accelerator launches, deadline for application is Aug. 31 Consumers’ changing lifestyles have increased the demand for healthy food and beverage options that align with consumer values. While milk is the original functional beverage, the unique wholesome values of milk have been overlooked in our busy, chaotic [Read More ...] -
NewsThe Origin of Livestock rule is being applied in different ways by different certifiers, which producers and advocates say gives an unfair advantage to large dairies. Organic dairy farmers are often isolated and don’t get to connect to each other, said Liz Pickard, a farmer at Twin Oaks Dairy in [Read More ...] -
NewsSecretary Sonny Perdue is confronted by farmers at a trade show in Minnesota who tell him: ‘Things are going downhill … very quickly.’ U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told nervous Midwestern farmers on Wednesday that he’s confident that they’ll eventually regain the markets they’ve lost in the Trump administration’s trade [Read More ...] -
NewsEvery day, dairies dispose of milk that for one reason or another is deemed unfit for human consumption. A Los Angeles-based startup by the name of Mi Terro is taking some of that milk and using it to create T-shirts, that reportedly have some big advantages over regular cotton Tees. [Read More ...] -
NewsThe internship program is offered to college juniors each summer Farm Credit East was pleased to host 17 college students with career aspirations in production agriculture, agribusiness, accounting, finance or similar fields as part of its annual summer internship program. “Our internship program exemplifies our commitment to the future of [Read More ...] -
NewsResults have implications for current practice of constructing large solar arrays in deserts The most productive places on Earth for solar power are farmlands, according to an Oregon State University study. The study, published today in the journal Scientific Reports, finds that if less than 1% of agricultural land was converted [Read More ...] -
NewsThe Farmer to Farmer website facilitates making connections Wisconsin farmers in various parts of the state experienced severe alfalfa losses this past winter resulting in forage shortages in combination with already low inventories. Additionally, a cooler and wetter than normal 2019 spring season caused delayed plantings for many Wisconsin farmers. [Read More ...]
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NewsInvestments will benefit 213,295 residents and businesses across 10 states U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service Administrator Chad Rupe today announced that USDA is investing $181 million to upgrade rural electric systems in 10 states (PDF, 98 KB). The funding includes $7.7 million to finance smart grid technologies that improve system [Read More ...]
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NewsAward honors NMC leaders for milk quality improvement work The National Mastitis Council (NMC) is accepting nominations for its coveted Award of Excellence for Contribution to Mastitis Prevention and Control. This award recognizes an NMC member who has provided sustained contributions to mastitis prevention and control through research, extension and/or [Read More ...]
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NewsCUDS members will travel to Italy for their biennial trip on January 7th – 16th, 2020. The purpose of this trip is to expose students to the variety of dairy related agricultural production in diverse regions of Italy, as well as visit a few historical buildings/sites – St. Peter’s Basilica, [Read More ...]
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NewsJoin nearly 500 nutrition consultants, feed manufacturers, sales professionals, and university professionals at this premier industry event! The annual Cornell Nutrition Conference is designed to provide industry leading research and information to feed industry professionals and nutritional consultants. Emerging topics across the spectrum of animal nutrition are presented by industry [Read More ...]
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NewsFarm Credit East was pleased to host 17 college students with career aspirations in production agriculture, agribusiness, accounting, finance or similar fields as part of its annual summer internship program. “Our internship program exemplifies our commitment to the future of Northeast agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products,” said Bill Lipinski, [Read More ...]
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NewsDairy on the Air guest host, Andy Vance, Strategic Account Director at Feedstuffs, welcomed Cheryl Pinto from Ben and Jerry’s to the microphone to discuss sustainability and consumer attitudes in the newest episode of Dairy on the Air. Pinto works with players across the value chain in her role as [Read More ...] -
NewsFluid milk companies in developed markets are on the back foot with demand falling in North America and western Europe over the last 10 years, as broadly speaking, conventional milk has failed to reinvent itself. In developing markets, milk’s nutritional value is of utmost importance. Despite its declining popularity in [Read More ...] -
NewsThe International Dairy Foods Association is participating in Safe and Sound Week, a nationwide event held each August by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that recognizes the success of workplace safety and health programs. In 2019, IDFA is highlighting the dairy industry’s year-round culture of safety that keeps [Read More ...]
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All Breeds BlogFarm Credit East and Crop Growers, LLP are pleased the Risk Management Agency (RMA) has announced the extension of Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) coverage in 2020 for Northeast farmers that produce peaches, pears and potatoes. MPCI peach coverage was extended to New Hampshire counties — Hillsborough, Merrimack, and [Read More ...]
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NewsSomaDetect, a milk quality and dairy data company, have completed their USD$2M seed funding round with investments from New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF), the Western New York Impact Investment Fund (WNYIIF), and New York Ventures. The investment follows previous Seed Investments from Cavallo Ventures, Dairy Farmers of America, Builders VC, [Read More ...]
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NewsMany farmers probably haven’t read the new report from the United Nations warning of threats to the global food supply from climate change and land misuse. But we don’t need to read the science — we’re living it. Here in the San Joaquin Valley, one of the world’s most productive agricultural regions, [Read More ...] -
NewsNew expansion will create 36 jobs, $1.65 million capital investment Specialty Cheese Company Inc., one of the nation’s top manufacturers of ethnic cheeses and baked cheese snacks, is expanding its facility operations in Reeseville—a $1.65 million project expected to create 36 jobs over the next two years. “Specialty Cheese Company’s [Read More ...]
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NewsLike a good Tom Clancy novel, there are a lot of storylines unfolding in the economy. Any one of these narratives may be the one to cause the collapse of the world as we know it – or it may save the day. Some of these storylines are international, some [Read More ...] -
NewsWisconsin Holstein seeks Director of Sales and Membership The Wisconsin Holstein Association is seeking an energetic, outgoing and self-motivated professional to join our team as the Director of Sales and Membership. The ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, is determined and quality focused with excellent [Read More ...]
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All Breeds Blog$1,000 scholarships awarded to students pursuing education in agricultural-related fields CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, is awarding seven individuals with scholarships this summer for the upcoming school year. CentralStar is the result of a May 1, 2019, merger between East Central/Select Sires and [Read More ...] -
NewsWith great sadness, Select Sires shares news that 7JE1088 Chilli Action COLTON-ET passed away at nearly ten years old. A leading Showcase SelectionsTM sire, COLTON combined the success of two influential lines in the Jersey breed. He consistently delivered tremendous mammary systems and extreme style that impressed dairy producers world-wide. [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogTools for Dairy’s Progress, the 2019 World Dairy Expo theme, is a fitting description of this year’s Expo Seminars to be held during the annual event, October 1-5. Presented daily by industry leaders in the Mendota 2 meeting room of the Exhibition Hall, these seminars address topics centered around finances, [Read More ...]