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NewsPDPW presents APPs training for non-farm professionals, May 21-23, 2019 The Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) announce the 2019 PDPW Agricultural Professional Partnerships® (APPs) training for non-farm agribusiness professionals. The training will be held on three Wisconsin dairy farms, May 21-23, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., departing from Madison, Wis. [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogAttendees left with renewed energy and enthusiasm for raising calves and heifers Dairy Calf and Heifer Association just wrapped up a successful annual conference. Many thanks to the 2019 DCHA Annual Conference Planning Committee: Co-chairs Sam Gardner and Tamilee Nennich, and committee members Brent Caffee, Emily De Benetti, Jane Griswold, [Read More ...] -
NewsU.S. wins dispute finding China’s grain tariff-rate quotas breaches WTO commitments U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced today that a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement panel found that China has administered its tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for wheat, corn, and rice inconsistently with its [Read More ...] -
NewsThe U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) released an economic analysis of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) today and dairy industry officials eager to see USMCA’s passage welcomed this key step in the trade agreement approval process. Tom Vilsack, president and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council, said the [Read More ...] -
NewsThe facility expands the company’s product assortment and enters aseptic processing market State and local officials gathered for a special ceremony today to officially open Aurora Organic Dairy’s 127,000 sq. ft. milk production and storage facility. The plant is the company’s second milk bottling facility and is expected to have [Read More ...] -
NewsHow early can herbicides be sprayed before corn or soybeans are planted? The below article provides some information about early preplant applications. Historically, we have not recommended early preplant herbicide (EPP) application in our region with a couple of exceptions, such as for marestail control. In general, residual herbicides applied [Read More ...] -
NewsBritish Medical Journal reports that the World Health Organization (WHO), the arm of the United Nations charged with monitoring global health, has dropped its endorsement of the EAT–Lancet Commission’s planetary health diet—a much–ballyhooed, well–publicized attempt at saving the planet through the food we eat. The organization pulled out of sponsoring [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogWorkshop to be held April 24 at Good View Farm in Bradford County from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register now for this classroom and hands-on learning experience to learn proper feeding and management of calves and heifers to assure a good start for the next generation of heifers for [Read More ...] -
NewsThe tide seems to be turning on full fat dairy products. The National Dairy Council’s Dr. Greg Miller, Global Chief Science Officer, is quick to credit research funded by dairy farmers’ checkoff dollars as a crucial factor. In a recent conference call, he explained that NDC research seeks to remove [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogCollaboration between dairy and beef groups leads to creation of HOLSim™ program The American Simmental Association (ASA) and Holstein Association USA (HAUSA) have announced the formation of the HOLSim™ branded program. The program identifies elite SimAngusTM bulls with specific production attributes as mating solutions for dairy producers who breed some of [Read More ...] -
NewsBrennan Topp and Abigail Grimm earn Fred Stout Experience Awards Brennan Topp, Orrville, Ohio, and Abigail Grimm, Milaca, Minn., have been selected as the 2019 recipients of the Fred Stout Experience Awards. The fund supporting these awards was created in 2000 in memory of Fred J. Stout Sr., Mt. Carmel, [Read More ...]
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All Breeds BlogThe election period runs through May 24 The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified 14 nominees as eligible for election to the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Inc. (WMMB, Inc.) (d/b/a Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin). The following candidates, listed by district, are [Read More ...] -
All Breeds Blog“Galen Emanuele is exactly what dairy farmers need to hear in these challenging times,” said a 2019 Young Dairy Leaders Institute attendee. Another dairy leader shared, “He is the best speaker that I have ever heard!” Given those rave reviews, Galen Emanuele will bring his encouraging message, “Create a ‘Yes’ [Read More ...]
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NewsOne of the best parts of the IDF World Dairy Summit is the chance to network and meet sector leaders across the entire dairy supply chain. In addition to the main programme of panels and talks, the Organising Committee has also scheduled a dynamic programme of networking events for the [Read More ...] -
NewsFebruary cheese shipments were the second-most ever Improved cheese shipments highlighted U.S. export performance in February. Cheese exports totaled 32,515 tons, up 16% from the prior year. On a daily-average basis, this is the second-best month ever, falling just short of the record achieved in March 2014. Sales of cheese [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogAt nearly 10-years-old, 7HO10999 Regancrest-GV S BRADNICK-ET and 7HO10920 Mr Chassity GOLD CHIP-ET earned higher classification scores from a committee of Holstein Association USA classifiers last week. BRADNICK, now Excellent (96), and GOLD CHIP, now Excellent (95), have been long-time favorites in Select Sires’ Showcase SelectionsTM lineup. Known for siring [Read More ...] -
NewsDuring the 2019 hay production season, Hesston by Massey Ferguson® and Massey Ferguson® hay equipment dealers across the U.S. will be hosting Hay Days in their local communities. These new educational events will include a variety of presentations including information from leading forage experts, discussion of the latest agronomic products and [Read More ...] -
NewsSales expected to boom as Chinese eating habits evolve due to increasing popularity of Western food Cheese is set to become a new growth point of the dairy sector in China, prompted by the increasing popularity of Western food and some innovative combinations such as cheese hotpot and milk tea [Read More ...]
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NewsThe National Milk Producers Federation endorsed the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed changes to the Waters of the U.S. rule, a proposal meant to provide clarity and certainty about the waterways subject to regulation under the federal Clean Water Act. Released in February 2019, the EPA proposal was a response to [Read More ...]
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NewsRamez Naam, co-chair of Energy and Environment at Singularity University, joins keynote speaker lineup Dr. Richard Murphy, research director at the Alltech European Bioscience Centre in Dunboyne, Ireland, will receive the Alltech Medal of Excellence during ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference (ONE19) when the event returns to Lexington, Kentucky, May [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogSelect Sires’ offering of young sires is well-balanced with index, wellness and fertility leaders to increase genetic potential and enhance herd profitability. Select Sires’ newly launched NxGENTMprogram is now accepting membership applications and features two leading GTPI® sires, 507HO14364 EISAKU (+2878 GTPI) and 550HO14134 RENEGADE (+2878 GTPI). Also offering elite [Read More ...]
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NewsConsult these resources to more effectively manage bovine respiratory disease Managing bovine respiratory disease effectively involves implementing vaccination and treatment protocols, but there is more that can help lay the foundation for success. Daniel Scruggs, managing veterinarian with Zoetis, recommends the following resources — like this cost calculator that can [Read More ...] -
NewsDairy and livestock continue to play a major role in our state’s ag landscape and economy The foundation of Wisconsin agriculture is strong, says Brad Pfaff, DATCP Secretary-designee in response to the release of the 2017 Census of Agriculture. Census data shows that the vast majority of farms in our [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogThis week, John Ellsworth of Success Strategies gives some tips for dairy producers about finding new revenue sources on the dairy and cutting expenses. In his interview with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness.com, he calls it “plugging the leaks”, increasing income and reducing cash outflow so your “bucket” will fill up. [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogEditors note: The Fair Oaks Farms family has issued a warning to their followers on Facebook yesterday, anticipating video’s to be released that were obtained by animal activist infiltrators. The DairyBusiness staff found the Fair Oaks preemptive statement forward thinking, appropriate, and responsible. Below is a copy of their statement [Read More ...]
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NewsPresident discusses trade and other issues of importance to Minn. farmers Minnesota Farm Bureau (MFB) President Kevin Paap and other members of the Minnesota Farm Bureau Board of Directors attended President Trump’s roundtable in Minnesota on Monday. “Minnesota Farm Bureau appreciated President Trump’s trip to Minnesota to discuss the Tax [Read More ...]
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NewsThe UC-Davis professor’s work on communicating fact-basedanimal science to various stakeholder groups has impacted related public policy, leading to his award recognition from the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology. The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology named Dr. Frank Mitloehner the 2019 Borlaug CAST Communication Award recipient. Mitloehner, a professor and [Read More ...]
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NewsTwo months isn’t a lot of time, but it can make a big difference for profitability. In fact, getting heifers pregnant two months earlier resulted in an additional $200 to $250 in lifetime net farm income per cow. Age at first calving is an important metric in terms of managing [Read More ...] -
NewsThere is nothing quite like opening a bale of high-quality alfalfa hay – the smell of the alfalfa, the multitude of green leaves enclosed within – the experience is like no other. If only every bale we made turned out like this! The steps to making high value hay are straightforward: Start [Read More ...] -
NewsStarch is a key component of all lactating dairy diets. Like fiber, it isn’t just about how much is in the diet but more about how much is digested or utilized. Starch digestion can also be characterized by fast versus slow digestion as well as digestible versus undigestible, and volume [Read More ...]
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NewsSimilar laws have already been enacted in other states, including in neighboring Ohio The Pennsylvania State Grange was delighted to see a sponsorship memo circulated by freshman state Rep. Barb Gleim, R-Cumberland, on limiting farmers’ liability if they engage in an agri-tourism or agri-entertainment activity. “We are encouraged by Rep. [Read More ...] -
NewsSouth Central NY team launches new blog to share articles, news, and events Since the early 1970’s, the South Central NY Dairy and Field Crops Team has connected farmers and agricultural service providers with research-based tools and information to strengthen the dairy industry. For more than 30 years the team [Read More ...] -
NewsOverflow hotel block extended through April 19 The Animal Ag Alliance’s 2019 Stakeholders Summit, themed A Seat At The Table and set for May 8-9 at the InterContinental at the Plaza Hotel in Kansas City, will bring together leaders from every link in the food chain. Due to record-breaking attendance [Read More ...] -
NewsThe International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) has announced the recipients of the 2019 IFAJ/Alltech Young Leaders in Agricultural Journalism Award. The program recognizes10 young agricultural journalists and communicators who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in reporting as well as excellent potential as future leaders of the industry. The winners were [Read More ...]
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NewsManejo de Vacas Lecheras The Basics of TMR Feeding | Los Básicos de la Alimentación del RTM (Ración Total Mezclado) April 24, [email protected]:30-1:00pm | 24 de abril del [email protected]:30-1:00pm Presenter/Presentador: Fernando Soberon, PHD, National Tech Transfer Manager, Truow Nutrition Dr. Soberon will discuss the impact proper mixing and feeding has [Read More ...] -
NewsPDPW Presents APPs Training for Non-Farm Professionals, May 21-23, 2019 The Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) announce the 2019 PDPW Agricultural Professional Partnerships® (APPs) training for non-farm agribusiness professionals. The training will be held on three Wisconsin dairy farms, May 21-23, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., departing from Madison, [Read More ...]
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NewsVita Plus Loyal has proudly selected a high school senior as a recipient of the 2019 “Our Future is Agriculture” scholarships. This program recognizes deserving students with long-term career interests in agriculture. Students must plan to enroll in an accredited vocational/technical institute, community college, or four-year college or university that [Read More ...] -
NewsTop national dairy awards prove sustainable farming equals great food Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World (AGW) producers, Green Dirt Farm, and Certified Grassfed by AGW, Pure Éire Dairy, are recent award winners at the 2019 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest. The 20th biennial competition was hosted by the [Read More ...] -
NewsBudget includes $6.2 million to expand access to New York agricultural products Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie today announced the FY 2020 Enacted Budget includes $6.2 million to expand access to New York agricultural products through the Taste NY program, an increase [Read More ...]
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NewsSpring is here: What’s the impact of winter kill? This Wednesday, April 17, 2019 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT How did the “queen of forages” survive the winter? Spring is finally here and alfalfa will be ready to harvest before you know it. After a tough winter [Read More ...]
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NewsThe Event Will Bring Together Broader Dairy Community to Discuss Today’s Consumer and Industry Opportunities to Build Dairy Demand Hundreds of dairy farmers from across the nation will convene in Saint Paul, Minnesota July 16-18, 2019 for the second annual Dairy Experience Forum to gain a deeper understanding of today’s consumers [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogThursday, April 25th from 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Friday, April 26th from 9:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. SATURDAY, April 27TH from 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Live Milking Demonstrations Daily at 10:00 A.M. & 3:00 P.M. Shop Bonnie’s beautiful art, home decor, and new giftware – enjoy 10% off [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogFirst-of-its-kind branded program promises to reshape beef-on-dairy opportunities. The American Simmental Association (ASA) and Holstein Association USA (HAUSA) have announced the formation of the HOLSim™ branded program. The program identifies elite SimAngus™ bulls with specific production attributes as mating solutions for dairy producers who breed some of their herd to [Read More ...]
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All Breeds BlogDairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) members from 33 states and eight countries gathered April 9-11, in Madison, Wis., for the DCHA Annual Conference and business meeting. The conference provided a well-rounded mix of technical information and practical advice to help attendees take their dairy operations to a higher level. [Read More ...] -
All Breeds BlogSelect Sires MidAmerica is pleased to award $1,000 scholarships to 10 high school seniors. The annual scholarship program recognizes outstanding youth of Select Sires MidAmerica customer-owners with preference given to incoming freshmen at a university or college majoring in an agriculture-related field. Selection is based on high school and community [Read More ...] -
NewsFollowing five consecutive years of low milk prices and record U.S. milk production, some U.S. dairy farmers are again interested in coordinated intervention in dairy markets — specifically, a milk supply management program designed to increase the price farmers receive for their milk. Farm Bureau grassroots leaders debated this issue [Read More ...] -
NewsSecretary Perdue: “We are implementing the 2018 Farm Bill as quickly as possible” U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the implementation status of the 2018 Farm Bill. President Trump signed this Farm Bill into law on December 20th, 2018 and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) promptly began [Read More ...] -
NewsCensus data provides insight into demographics, economics, land, activities on U.S. farms The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the results of the 2017 Census of Agriculture, spanning some 6.4 million new points of information about America’s farms and ranches and those who operate them, including new data about [Read More ...] -
NewsThere are tons of insurance options for farmers-some you may need, some you may not There’s no denying that farming takes a lot of investment, both of time and money. We can get so wrapped up in these investments that we may forget to make sure they are properly insured. [Read More ...]
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NewsPress conference held to highlight Senate events on Farm Labor Bill and the bill’s impacts New York Farm Bureau members spoke today about the positive work happening on their farms to support their employees and the need to have a viable farm economy. They also voiced concerns about the expected [Read More ...]