Month: September 2019

$1 million grand prize and six other winners to be chosen among 18 finalists from across the world Empire State Development and Cornell University’s Center for Regional Economic Advancement have announced the inaugural 18 finalists [Read More …]

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CDFA Seeks Public Comment on Healthy Soils Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has received $28 million from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund in 2019 to award grants for agricultural management practices that promote soil health by sequestering carbon and [Read More …]

Dairy Girl Network to Host Three Events at World Dairy Expo.

The Dairy Girl Network (DGN), an organization supporting all women in dairy by enhancing lives and creating opportunities, announces three events taking place during this year’s World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. Once again, DGN [Read More …]

Impacts of the Packing Plant Fire in Kansas

What we have learned since the dust has settled from this Black Swan On August 9 a fire broke out at one of the largest beef packing plants in the U.S., significantly impacting beef markets [Read More …]

Trump administration to drop water rule

Waters of the U.S. rule defines which waterways are subject to federal regulation The Trump administration is revoking an Obama-era regulation that shielded many U.S. wetlands and streams from pollution but was opposed by developers [Read More …]

NMPF Applauds WOTUS Repeal

The National Milk Producers Federation applauds the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to repeal the controversial 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. This decision eases regulatory burdens and aims to provide greater clarity for [Read More …]

Expanded Funding for the Dairy Advancement Program

The Dairy Advancement Program (DAP) (previously known as the Dairy Acceleration Program) received increased funding in this year’s New York State budget. The increase in funding allows expansion of the progam and enables farms of [Read More …]

Upcoming forum to discuss flood water as groundwater recharge

Projects that use floodwaters for recharging and storage of water into an aquifer play an important role in sustainable water management in California, and also provide many environmental benefits. Flood-MAR, which stands for Floodwater for [Read More …]

Outcome In Latest Intelligen Litigation

Genus plc (LSE: GNS), a global pioneer in animal genetics, announces that on 9 September 2019 the jury in the US District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin held that Genus’ sexing semen technology, [Read More …]

A Way-Too-Early Look at the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The next edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans will be published in 2020. Updated every five years, the DGA is a set of guidance on dietary choices and health authored by USDA and the [Read More …]

Youth compete at international dairy contests

Local youths represent Saratoga dairy at international competitions Dairy farming is the leading agricultural industry in Saratoga County. Saratoga County 4-H offers a variety of clubs, events, and programs that support youth who want to [Read More …]

Students invited to tour progressive dairy farms on Oct. 18

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Annual Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow Farm Tour will take place in Berks County On Friday, October 18, high school students are invited to get a firsthand look at three Berks County dairy farms during the [Read More …]

Dr. Michael Hutjens on his connections with Dairy Shrine and the value it brings to the industry

Noted Illinois Extension Dairyman Dr. Michael Hutjens is this year’s Guest of Honor at the National Dairy Shrine banquet set for Oct.3 at World Dairy Expo on Madison, Wis. He talks about his connections with [Read More …]

New manure application rate guidelines

Manure application rate guidelines in Minnesota have recently been revisited Manure application rate guidelines in Minnesota have recently been revisited and updated as needed to reflect recent research findings for nitrogen and phosphorus needs of [Read More …]

Milk Donation Reimbursement Program created

September 12, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Will reduce food waste and provide nutrition assistance to low-income individuals The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the establishment of a Milk Donation Reimbursement Program in accordance with the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 [Read More …]

Dairy Leaders Join Agriculture Groups at Capitol to Underscore Importance of USMCA

After traveling across the country in support of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the Farmers for Free Trade Motorcade for Trade made a final stop today in front of the U.S. Capitol, where the U.S. Dairy [Read More …]

FSMA feed industry training

Training planned to inform professionals about updated FDA regulations Just as humans want a safe food supply, the FDA also sets safe standards for the animal feed industry. For the week of November 5-7, the [Read More …]

CDFA Announces Funding For 2019 AG PLATE Grant Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is currently accepting proposals for the 2019 California Agriculture Special Interest License Plate (CalAgPlate) grant program. This program provides an estimated $250,000 in grant funding to promote [Read More …]

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Joel Penhorwood Joins Select Sires’ Communications Department

September 12, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Select Sires is excited to welcome Joel Penhorwood to the cooperative’s communications department as the new multimedia communications specialist. In this role, Penhorwood will develop multi-channel digital marketing outreach and communications pieces while assisting with [Read More …]

PODCAST: Dr. Michael Hutjens discusses the unusual weather and implications for feed quality, feeding and harvesting.

Episode 2 of DairyVoice Podcast scheduled for September 16 DairyVoice Podcast, a recent addition to the DairyBusiness.com news format, has announced the next episode in their ongoing series for dairy farmers. In episode 2, scheduled [Read More …]

Veterinarian continuing education workshop scheduled for Oct. 9

The RACE-approved clinic will educate vets on working with dairy clients On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, the Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting a one-day continuing education workshop, titled “Finding the Win-Win: Strengthening Your Vet [Read More …]

Land O’Lakes leader to speak at Purdue

Will discuss diversity and inclusion in agriculture, more Beth Ford, president and CEO of Land O’Lakes Inc., will take part in an interview-style Q&A session, “A Conversation with Beth Ford,” from 9-10:30 a.m. Sept. 17 [Read More …]

“Milk” and “Meat” Labels: The New Identity Crisis Research IDs confused consumer segment

As legal battles are waged across the country regarding new laws prohibiting the use of words like “milk,” “meat” and “burger” for alternatives versions, new research from The Center for Food Integrity (CFI) shows that [Read More …]

WFU members travel to D.C. for fly-in

Hundreds of family farmers gather to advocate for rural America The dairy crisis, trade war impacts and consolidation in agriculture are among the issues that 24 Wisconsin Farmers Union members are putting a voice to [Read More …]

USDA to Invest up to $300 Million in Partner-Driven Conservation

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced today the launch of the updated Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Potential partners are encouraged to submit proposals that will improve the nation’s water quality, combat drought, enhance [Read More …]

Nomination Period Open for 9th Annual U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards