Month: May 2019

United States is currently running a $1.6 billion dairy trade deficit with Europe The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) should slap tariffs on dairy shipments from Europe in response to the $11 billion in damage [Read More …]

Farmer aid package still a work in progress

This year’s package could range between $15 billion and $20 billion, Perdue projected Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said Wednesday his agency is still “in the throes of constructing” an aid package for farmers hurt by [Read More …]

MN Nutrition Conference 2019

September 18-19, 2019 at the Mankato Civic Center, Mankato, Minn. The Minnesota Nutrition Conference is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Please make plans to join us at the Mankato Civic Center, Mankato, MN. The Minnesota Nutrition [Read More …]

USDA Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook

2020 Production of Most Animal Proteins Forecast To Increase Production for most animal proteins is expected to increase in 2020, compared to production levels of 2019. Among the factors driving higher production are producer responses [Read More …]

Better Milk Checks are Finally Hitting the Mailbox

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report: Week Ending May 17 The United States, Mexico, and Canada have reportedly reached a deal to waive the Trump administration’s Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs. That’s great news [Read More …]

Producer Traceability Council reached consensus on two major points

In meetings last week, the Producer Traceability Council reached consensus on two major points to increase the number of cattle identified in the U.S. The Council unanimously agreed the best option for the cattle industry [Read More …]

USDA: Feed Outlook First Projection for 2019-20

Large Crop and Low Price The first forecast for the 2019/20 corn crop is for record-high supply, slightly higher disappearance, and much higher stocks. Acreage is projected at 92.8 million bushels, based on the March [Read More …]

Turning Sour: A US-EU Trade War Would Result in Dairy Winners and Losers

The makings of a trade war between the US and the EU are brewing. On April 12, 2019, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced that it is considering levying additional tariffs on European products [Read More …]

World Food Prize Announces Opening of Registration for 2019 Borlaug Dialogue International Symposium

From the stage of the Dialogue for Asian Civilizations in Beijing, Amb. Kenneth M. Quinn, president of the World Food Prize Foundation, announced the opening of registration for the 2019 Borlaug Dialogue International Symposium Pax [Read More …]

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NMC begins search for Scholars applicants

Four graduate students will earn trip to annual meeting in Orlando, Florida The National Mastitis Council (NMC) Scholars program annually provides four travel scholarships to full-time graduate students interested in controlling mastitis, promoting udder health [Read More …]

Rails, Rivers and Roads: A Snapshot of U.S. Infrastructure Spending

The backbone of the American economy is our infrastructure system – the roads we drive on, the bridges we cross,and the waterways we use for shipping. With a new infrastructure spending bill on the mind [Read More …]

Diamond V adds dairy expert to serve Western Iowa, Eastern Nebraska

Diamond V continues to expand, with Kari Leonard joining the company’s Midwest Team as a regional sales manager. She brings dairy wellness knowledge to the position, especially in the areas of biosecurity, genomics, milk quality [Read More …]

Alltech welcomes new senior leaders to its team

In the first half of 2019, Alltech has welcomed several new senior leaders. The four executives come from varied backgrounds but have extensive experience working within the international agriculture industry. “The depth of experience and [Read More …]

USDA Seeks Project Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands

USDA is making available up to $40 million in technical and financial assistance to help eligible conservation partners voluntarily protect, restore and enhance critical wetlands on agricultural lands. Restored wetlands improve water quality downstream and [Read More …]

Trouw Nutrition set to unveil new pellet mill to customers at open house event at Strykersville, NY plant.

Trouw Nutrition, a global leader in animal nutrition will host customers at an open house event, taking place at their Strykersville, NY plant on May 22, 2019. The event will feature a luncheon, tours of [Read More …]

Cutting Height in Forages: How Low Can You Go?

Want to harvest higher quality forages, have better regrowth and stand longevity? Take a look at your cutting height. Whether you’re taking the crop as haylage or dry hay, it’s important to pay attention to [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA’s Herds Of Excellence

Honors breeders who have developed Holstein herds that excel in both production and type Sixteen Registered Holstein® breeders have earned the distinction of 2018 Herd of Excellence by Holstein Association USA. There are three herd size [Read More …]

FARME Institute April 2019 Management Report

May 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In preparation for a meeting this summer, we decided to dig deeper into what has been driving milk price in the NorthEast for the last three years. Two things were surprising to industry pundits. First, [Read More …]

Farm Credit Feeds 2,000 FFA Students at State Judging Finals

Volunteers prepare a ton of tri-tip and all the fixings at 91st annual State Finals at Cal Poly For 91 years, California FFA students have descended on Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for the organization’s [Read More …]

Statement from Michael Dykes, CEO, IDFA on Section 232 tariffs

May 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

“On behalf of our more than 500 members across the dairy industry, the International Dairy Foods Association is very pleased with news of this comprehensive agreement to remove Section 232 tariffs as well as retaliatory [Read More …]

(10 Photos) U.S. Cheese Wows Attendees at Singapore’s World Gourmet Summit

Activities elevate U.S. cheese awareness and heritage among Southeast Asian consumers and influencers. The World Gourmet Summit (WGS) is an annual celebration of the art of preparing, serving and savoring food and drink. From April 1 to [Read More …]

Major Planting Delays Across Corn Belt

USDA’s May 13 Crop Progress report revealed the U.S. corn crop at 30% planted, down 36 percentage points from the five-year average of 66% complete at this point in the planting season and down 29 [Read More …]

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MN Nutrition Conference 2019

SAVE THE DATE! September 18-19, 2019 The Minnesota Nutrition Conference is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Please make plans to join us at the Mankato Civic Center, Mankato, MN. The Minnesota Nutrition Conference is the leading livestock and [Read More …]

New SCC View Analysis report

CentralStar develops new tool for dairy heard management Dairy farms that rely solely on individual cow or bulk tank Somatic Cell Count (SCC) scores are leaving money on the table. To really manage SCC’s impact [Read More …]

“Stress Free Cooking” Episodes Feature Crave Brothers Cheese on We Cook TV

Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese simplifies meal preparation with its selection of award-winning cheeses, including Crave Brothers Fresh Mozzarella, Crave Brothers Mascarpone and Crave Brothers Cheddar Cheese Curds. We Cook TV is helping to get the [Read More …]

Annual AgVentures!® Day To Share Agriculture With 1,400 Students

The International Agri-Center® is set to host the seventh annual AgVentures!® Day on Friday, May 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the east end of the grounds. Fourth grade students from Tulare and Visalia [Read More …]

AFIA’s Board of Directors Welcomes New Leadership

The American Feed Industry Association’s Board of Directors met May 14 for its annual spring meeting, where they elected a new chair and several Board and Executive Committee members and conducted other official business. The [Read More …]

Ensuring Milk’s Recent History Doesn’t Repeat Itself

“History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.” I’m reminded of this saying, usually attributed to Mark Twain, as we look at dairy’s price outlook over the next few months. For the first time since [Read More …]

NMPF Supports USTR Proposal to Target EU Dairy in Airbus Retaliation

The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) should slap tariffs on dairy shipments from Europe in response to the $11 billion in damage EU Airbus subsidies caused the United States, National Milk Producers Federation President and [Read More …]

Newtrient Applauds Wisconsin State Senate Passage of Bill to Improve Water Quality at a Lower Cost to All