Month: February 2019

Darigold is pleased to announce that Grant Kadavy has been named Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. “Over the past three years, Grant has worked to position our co-op for the future, spearheading a substantial international expansion [Read More …]

Whole milk option for schoolkids good for children, good for dairy farmers

If you get a group of dairy farmers together to discuss the challenges facing the industry, you won’t have to wait long before someone mentions the decline in fluid milk consumption. There is no doubt [Read More …]

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NMC meeting draws milk experts from 23 countries

World-renowned presenters discuss mastitis, milk’s value, communications Milk quality, mastitis and udder health researchers, dairy producers and dairy industry partners gathered for the 58th National Mastitis Council Annual Meeting, held Jan. 29-Feb. 1, in Savannah, Ga. [Read More …]

Farmland protection grants support NY dairy farms

$2.8M provided in support of conservation easement projects on two NY dairy farms The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced more than $2.8 million has been provided in support of conservation [Read More …]

‘Money Matters on the Farm’ workshops set in Wisconsin

First workshop to be held Feb. 15 In February and March, Wisconsin Farmers Union is partnering with Golden Sands RC&D for three beginning farmer workshops in Juneau, Green Lake, and Waushara Counties. The workshops, titled [Read More …]

USDA to release Agricultural Projections to 2028

Projections will include farm income, global commodity trade, among other topics On Feb. 14, 2019 at 12 p.m. EST, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will release the complete set of tables prepared for the [Read More …]

Young innovators have chance to win $50,000

National FFA partners with General Mills for its Feeding Better Futures Scholars Program General Mills (NYSE: GIS) recently launched the second year of its Feeding Better Futures Scholars Program, a platform encouraging today’s youth to [Read More …]

Helping farmers prepare for extreme weather

Legislation aims to develop the tools farmers need to adapt to changing weather Between last summer’s heat waves and unprecedented wildfires, farmers and ranchers are increasingly experiencing more extreme and unpredictable weather, threatening their livelihoods. [Read More …]

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NNYADP Dairy Research: Follow Protocols to Keep Calves Healthy

Dairy calf health research funded by the farmer-driven Northern New York Agricultural Development Program and conducted by Cornell University Cooperative Extension dairy specialists demonstrates the value of keeping good calf health records and following proper [Read More …]

Farmer Veteran Coalition to host webinar

Farmer Veteran Coalition’s Fellowship Fund webinar to be held on Wednesday Farm Credit East is pleased to sponsor the Farmer Veteran Coalition’s Fellowship Fund webinar to be held Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. This Fund provides small grants ranging [Read More …]

Protecting water quality on livestock farms

Applications open for final round of $50M CAFO Waste Storage & Transfer System Program Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that $18.4 million in grant funding is available to help New York livestock farms implement [Read More …]

Focus on cow comfort and behavior delivers returns

Hear from leading experts at PDPW Dairy Wellbeing Workshops, Feb. 12 & 13 A one-day workshop will feature leading cow behavior and animal welfare experts and provide dairy farmers and allied industry with new perspectives [Read More …]

Free respirator fit test train the trainer workshops

Free workshops for rural healthcare providers, co?op health and safety managers and others Respirators are necessary for using certain pesticides safely, but we lack resources in Minnesota to help farmers and pesticide applicators choose the [Read More …]

MMPA members take home one quarter of all National Dairy Quality Awards

Eleven MMPA members were awarded National Dairy Quality Awards, making up about a quarter of the total winners. These MMPA members were among 41 nationally recognized farms in the annual award program. Five gold awards [Read More …]

California’s largest food processing trade show

Food Processing Expo 2019 will be held February 12-13 in Sacramento. The Expo is the largest food processing trade show in California and is attended by food processors, agricultural producers and allied industry members from throughout [Read More …]

World Ag Expo opens 52nd show

World Ag Expo® kicks off its 52nd show on Tuesday, February 12, in Tulare, California. Gates will open at 9:00 a.m. The red carpet rolls out on Tuesday for Opening Ceremonies at 8:00 a.m. in the [Read More …]

Fresno State showcases programs at world’s largest agricultural exposition

Fresno State President Joseph I. Castro, faculty, students and athletic department staff will promote the University’s deep ties to the nation’s leading agricultural area at the 52nd World Ag Expo. The World Ag Expo runs [Read More …]

Meet Kate Greenberg, Colorado’s New Commissioner of Agriculture

The first woman to be appointed to the position, Greenberg brings a fresh focus to the office. When Governor Jared Polis announced his pick for the next commissioner of agriculture in Colorado in December, Kate Greenberg made headlines as [Read More …]

2019 PDPW Business Conference Features Programming for all Dairy Farmers and Allied Industry

Presenting 41 Speakers and 62 Educational Sessions, Mar. 13-14, 2019 Presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW), join fellow dairy farmers, agribusiness and allied industries for dairy’s premier educational event, the 2019 PDPW Business Conference, held [Read More …]

News

CWT Assists with 3.4 million Pounds of Dairy Product Export Sales

February 11, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 1

Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) member cooperatives accepted 17 offers of export assistance from CWT that helped them capture sales contracts for 2.701 million pounds (1,225 metric tons) of Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, 220,462 pounds [Read More …]

3M Slapped With Suit Alleging Dairy Milk Contamination

Suit claims 3M Co. should be held liable for damage caused to a New Mexico dairy farm by cancer-causing chemicals that leached into groundwater, a new lawsuit alleges. The owner of Highland Dairy in Clovis, N.M., [Read More …]

Championship Cheese Contest Shatters Entry Records

The U.S. Championship Cheese Contest has shattered its previous record for the total number of entries registered. Event organizers say cheesemakers from across the country have submitted 2,555 entries for evaluation in the contest, set [Read More …]

Have you seen the latest Holstein America yet?

The February 2019 Holstein America is now available for easy viewing online! Just click below to watch:

Clark County Wisconsin Dairy Promotion annual meeting

Committee will be presenting Somatic Cell Count awards The annual meeting for the Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee will be held on Thursday, March 21 at Beavers Bar and Grill (formerly the Hayloft) in Owen [Read More …]

News

DFA, NY farm families introduce new cheese brand

Dairy Farmers of America with eight New York farm families have launched Craigs Creamery Reinforcing its commitment to increase demand for dairy and bring more value to its members, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), along [Read More …]

Carver County Dairy Expo Feb. 18

Challenges, changes and optimism are all part of event Challenges, changes and optimism will be addressed by the guest speakers at the 27th Annual Carver County Dairy Expo to be held on Monday, February 18, [Read More …]

Maytag Dairy Farms sold to Iowa equity firm

A West Des Moines private-equity fund has purchased Maytag Dairy Farms, the nationally recognized maker of Maytag blue cheese. Midwest Growth Partners didn’t disclose details about the purchase, but said it was a “major investment” in the 78-year-old Newton-based dairy. [Read More …]

Farmer Veteran Coalition Hosts Webinar on Fellowship Fund Application

Farm Credit East is pleased to sponsor the Farmer Veteran Coalition’s Fellowship Fund webinar to be held Wednesday, 2/13, at 5:30 PM EST. This Fund provides small grants ranging from $1,000-$5,000 to assist beginning veteran [Read More …]

Nationwide recognizes top agriculture educators through inaugural Golden Owl Award

After considering the importance of agriculture education, and the significant impact teachers make, Nationwide created the Golden Owl Award. The award is a great opportunity to honor the dedication instilled in teachers to provide the next generation [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Exports Weaker in November