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Review Finds USDA Underestimates Cost of Moving Researchers

June 26, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Economists with the Agriculture and Applied Economics Association (AAEA) have reviewed the cost analysis released by USDA leadership on June 13 to justify relocation two USDA research agencies to Kansas City. The USDA report reports [Read More …]

USDA Issues June Dairy Outlook

June 26, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Due to recent declines in milk cow numbers, relatively high slaughter levels, and higher expected feed prices, milk production forecasts have been lowered for 2019 and 2020. Dairy exports were relatively weak in April, and [Read More …]

FARM Program Announces New Educational Resources

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program announced two new manuals and other materials as part of its FARM Workforce Development program area. The FARM Safety Reference Manual provides straightforward, relevant and useful [Read More …]

Land O’Lakes, Inc. and Royal Agrifirm Group announce China joint venture focused on dairy nutritional products, services

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Two global agricultural cooperatives, U.S.-based Land O’Lakes, Inc. (Land O’Lakes) and The Netherlands-based Royal Agrifirm Group (Agrifirm), today announced that they will be setting up a dairy animal feed joint venture in China. The new [Read More …]

Alltech to recognize those putting the power of agriculture to work for a Planet of PlentyTM

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Call for nominations is open until July 31, 2019 Winners will be profiled and recognized on the mainstage of ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference (ONE2020) Today’s headlines seem dominated by doom, forecasting a future of [Read More …]

Pa. State Grange encouraged by dairy developments

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Recent state legislative developments would strengthen the dairy industry in Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania State Grange is excited by recent legislative developments which would strengthen the dairy industry in Pennsylvania. “Progress is moving on many fronts,” [Read More …]

Top Minnesota dairy farms honored

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Herds with lowest somatic cell count are recognized Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen released the annual list of top Minnesota dairy herds with low somatic cell counts (SCC). Somatic cell count is a key indicator [Read More …]

Save the Date: Wisconsin Farm to Table Dinner Event in Arlington on August 17

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Wisconsin Farm to Table is excited to announce the date and location of the sixth annual Farm to Table dinner and fundraiser. This year’s elegant outdoor dinner is scheduled for Saturday, August 17 and will [Read More …]

How dairy plays a role in preserving our planet

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Global Dairy Platform’s Nourish 2019 focuses on the role dairy plays in preserving our planet Nourish 2019, June 17–19 in Chicago, welcomed world-renowned speakers such as, H.E. Mario Arvelo, Chair of the United Nations Committee [Read More …]

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Pasture Walk for dairy, beef & livestock owners

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Aldrich Farm in Cassadaga welcomes all to attend Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Agriculture program is pleased to announce the upcoming Pasture Walk to be hosted by Doug and Colleen Aldrich in Cassadaga, NY. [Read More …]

From Sheep and Cattle to Giraffes, Genome Study Reveals Evolution of Ruminants

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

New Data Opens New Opportunities for Research, Conservation and Animal Breeding A team of researchers has carried out a detailed study of the genomes of ruminants, giving new insight into their evolution and success. Ruminants [Read More …]

Anthrax confirmed on Uvalde County premises

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

There is an effective anthrax vaccine available for use in susceptible livestock in high risk areas The first anthrax case of the year was confirmed in one captive antelope on a premises in Uvalde County [Read More …]

Qu Dongyu of China elected FAO Director-General

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Qu Dongyu will be FAO’s ninth Director-General since the Organization was founded in 1945 Qu Dongyu of China was elected Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today. Qu Dongyu [Read More …]

CA Farm Bureau endorses Senate water legislation

June 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

CFBF endorsed the Drought Resiliency and Water Supply Infrastructure Act Water legislation introduced today in the U.S. Senate recognizes the continued crisis facing water reliability in the West, according to the California Farm Bureau Federation. [Read More …]

May milk production in Indiana

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

May production down 2.7 percent from a year ago Dairy herds in Indiana produced 360 million pounds of milk during May, down 2.7 percent from a year ago, according to Greg Matli, State Statistician of [Read More …]

‘Protecting Your Profits’ call set for June 26

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Call will be led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center for Dairy Excellence The Center for Dairy Excellence’s monthly “Protecting Your Profits” call will be held on June 26 at noon. The [Read More …]

Farm financial counseling still available

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

University of Minnesota Extension continues to offer one-on-one financial counseling University of Minnesota Extension continues to offer one-on-one financial counseling to farmers in serious financial stress. The program is ongoing and still available to farms [Read More …]

Governor Abbott Approves Funds for Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine at Amarillo Campus

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation has pledged up to $69 million toward completion of the project On Saturday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott authorized a budget approved by the Texas Legislature that will allocate $17.35 million [Read More …]

Farm Credit East releases Milk Marketing Report

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Issues facing milk marketing go beyond a simple case of supply versus processing capacity Farm Credit East’s Knowledge Exchange program recently released a briefing report on milk marketing in the Northeast. The report presents perspectives [Read More …]

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

WEEK ENDING JUNE 21st, 2019 The cheese markets are heating up, and this time barrels are not left out in the cold. CME spot Cheddar barrels jumped 13.25ȼ this week to $1.7375 per pound, within [Read More …]

USDA resources help with crop losses, dairy prices

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Take advantage of USDA-provided resources for dairy and crop farmers Secretary-designee Brad Pfaff is encouraging Wisconsin producers to take advantage of USDA-provided resources to assist both dairy and crop farmers facing the challenges of low [Read More …]

Wisconsin On-farm Water Tours Tuesday and Wednesday

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Water Matters tours give you the opportunity to see practices used by small and large dairy farms to address protecting and improving local water quality. Join the discussion and dialogue with local resource experts [Read More …]

The new plan to remove trillions of tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere: bury it – from the Washington Post

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 2

Last month, carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere surpassed 415 parts per million, the highest in human history. Environmental experts say the world is increasingly on a path toward a climate crisis. The most prominent efforts [Read More …]

Meek and Buttars Receive CowManager Specialist of the Year Awards

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Brad Meek, Preston, Idaho, and Dallin Buttars, Logan, Utah, were recognized at the 2019 Select Reproductive Solutions® (SRS®) Conference as recipients of CowManager® Specialist of the Year awards. The annual conference was hosted by Premier [Read More …]

Applications available for 44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Beef industry professionals can apply now to be part of the Class of 2019-2020. Applications are open for the 44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy. Now in its second year, the academy offers a one-year, [Read More …]

NMPF Thanks USDA for Steps to Address Feed Shortage

June 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The National Milk Producers Federation today commended Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue for actions intended to provide relief to farmers impacted by significant flooding and rain this spring. The Department of Agriculture has announced that farmers [Read More …]

Reviewing Projected Payments Under Dairy Margin Coverage

June 22, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Signup began earlier this week for the Dairy Margin Coverage program, the 2018 farm bill’s replacement for the Margin Protection Program. Market Intel already conducted an in-depth review of DMC, but it is helpful to provide a brief overview [Read More …]

Tours to feature new ideas, tech on dairy farms

June 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Tours of Brooks Farm and Feltz Family Farms included in July 16 Event New technologies and management practices are delivering productivity and sustainability improvements for dairy farmers. The PDPW Innovation Tours hosted by the Professional [Read More …]

New MDA Dairy Assistance Program takes effect

June 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Small- to medium-size dairy farmers may be eligible for assistance The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is rolling out its new Dairy Assistance, Investment and Relief Initiative (DAIRI) program to provide financial assistance for dairy [Read More …]

Webinar: The U.S. and EU Animal Pharmaceutical Industries in the Age of Antibiotic Resistance

June 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Webinar Details Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 Time: 1:00 PM EDT Duration: 1 hour Host: Stacy Sneeringer, Economic Research Service, USDA Description: In this webinar, Economic Research Service Senior Economist Stacy Sneeringer discusses how increased scrutiny from [Read More …]

Month: June 2019

Review Finds USDA Underestimates Cost of Moving Researchers

USDA Issues June Dairy Outlook

FARM Program Announces New Educational Resources

Land O’Lakes, Inc. and Royal Agrifirm Group announce China joint venture focused on dairy nutritional products, services

Alltech to recognize those putting the power of agriculture to work for a Planet of PlentyTM

Pa. State Grange encouraged by dairy developments

Top Minnesota dairy farms honored

Save the Date: Wisconsin Farm to Table Dinner Event in Arlington on August 17

How dairy plays a role in preserving our planet

Pasture Walk for dairy, beef & livestock owners

From Sheep and Cattle to Giraffes, Genome Study Reveals Evolution of Ruminants

Anthrax confirmed on Uvalde County premises

Qu Dongyu of China elected FAO Director-General

CA Farm Bureau endorses Senate water legislation

May milk production in Indiana

‘Protecting Your Profits’ call set for June 26

Farm financial counseling still available

Governor Abbott Approves Funds for Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine at Amarillo Campus

Farm Credit East releases Milk Marketing Report

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report

USDA resources help with crop losses, dairy prices

Wisconsin On-farm Water Tours Tuesday and Wednesday

The new plan to remove trillions of tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere: bury it – from the Washington Post

Meek and Buttars Receive CowManager Specialist of the Year Awards

Applications available for 44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy

NMPF Thanks USDA for Steps to Address Feed Shortage

Reviewing Projected Payments Under Dairy Margin Coverage

Tours to feature new ideas, tech on dairy farms

New MDA Dairy Assistance Program takes effect

Webinar: The U.S. and EU Animal Pharmaceutical Industries in the Age of Antibiotic Resistance

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage