Month: October 2019

Conference Is a learning, networking opportunity for women in dairy industry On December 3, 2019, the Penn State Extension Dairy Team is hosting a Women in Dairy Conference to spark collaboration and networking among women [Read More …]

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ROXOR POISED FOR NEW MODEL YEAR 2020

Compelling marketing programs, advertising, partnerships and dealer network development; ROXOR amps up for the new model year Mahindra Automotive North America (MANA) has boosted its new ROXOR off-road vehicle brand presence since its launch 18 [Read More …]

Pa. State Grange applauds committee dairy vote

Bill will authorize the creation of Keystone Opportunity Dairy Zones The Pennsylvania State Grange commended the House Agriculture & Rural Affairs vote October 23, 2019 to report out House Bill 1223 sponsored by Rep. John [Read More …]

Prairie Farms Cheese Division Wins Bronze at 2019 World Cheese Awards

Cave-Aged Gouda Cheese Wows Judges at International Cheese Show A Prairie Farms Cheese Division has been named among the winners at the 32nd annual World Cheese Awards held at Fiera di Bergamo in Bergamo, Italy [Read More …]

Cyber attack risks for dairies

The amount of data shared in cyberspace is mind-boggling. Milking systems track production, components and SCC; pedometers lend insight into lameness, health and estrus cycles; feed-tracking apps monitor feed inventory, dry matter and ration changes. [Read More …]

Nestle’s portfolio transformation continues

Nestle S.A. has created a new group strategy and business development function to support the company in identifying internal and external strategic growth opportunities. The function also will manage external partnerships and licensing agreements and [Read More …]

Agri-Mark Dairy Co-Op To Impose Penalty On Farms That Make Too Much Milk

October 28, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The region’s largest dairy cooperative will impose a new pricing system in January in an effort to curb excess milk production. The Agri-Mark dairy co-op says that, starting in January, its 875 members will make [Read More …]

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending October 25, 2019

Strength in The Cheese Markets Has Been Impressive Fresh Cheddar barrels are in short supply, and would-be buyers bid them up in a big way this week. At the CME spot market, barrels reached an [Read More …]

Florida Dairy Unit Manager Position Opening

New application deadline: November 4 The Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida, is looking for candidates for the position of manager of its Dairy Unit. Where to apply: http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/job/512536/research-coordinator-ii Applications close: November 4, 2019 [Read More …]

PDPW Dairy Insights Summit, Dec. 5, 2019

Multi-stakeholder event to feature experts on zoonotic diseases, environment, blockchain The past few years have seen a whirlwind of economic, trade, and regulatory policy issues that have impacted international markets and producers in the dairy [Read More …]

USDA appoints members to national dairy board

12 new members will serve on National Dairy Promotion and Research Board The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the appointment of 12 members to serve on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board. These [Read More …]

Cheese Producers Denounce EU Seizure of Generic Name

Major Cheese-Producing Nations Stand Firm Against EU’s Misappropriation of Generic Cheese Name “Havarti” in Abuse of Geographical Indications Major dairy-producing organizations around the world are challenging the European Union’s (EU) decision to disregard market realities [Read More …]

Major changes for 2019 NYFB Annual Meeting

Delegates will set public policy December 2-4 in Binghamton, NY New York Farm Bureau will host its State Annual Meeting December 2-4, 2019 at the Double Tree by Hilton in Binghamton, NY which includes new [Read More …]

PDPW Calf Care Connection Workshops

Three sessions of a one-day workshop to be held Nov. 19, 20 and 21 Raising healthy, high performing calves requires not only preventing illness and injury, but also providing outlets for healthy calf behaviors. Leading [Read More …]

Dairy Forum 2020 – Exclusive message from Amb. Gregg Doud, USTR Chief Agricultural Trade Negotiator

In an exclusive interview at Dairy Forum 2020, Ambassador Gregg Doud, Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the United States, will give an overview of the Administration’s efforts to secure long-term trade deals with China, Japan, Mexico [Read More …]

CDFA is now accepting applications for SWEEP

CDFA accepting applications for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting applications for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP), a competitive grant [Read More …]

Borden Dairy’s New Gingerbread flavored Eggnog

October 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Borden is launching newest flavor alongside the return of Classic Eggnog Move over pumpkin spice – Gingerbread Eggnog is about to be the new autumn “it” beverage. Borden, one of America’s favorite dairy companies founded in [Read More …]

Congressman Jim Costa on USMCA and use of the term milk for only dairy products

Congressman Jim Costa, a longtime central California congress member and third-generation dairy farmer, spoke recently at a meeting of dairy processors in Hilmar, California. He chairs the House Ag Committee’s influential Livestock and Foreign Agriculture [Read More …]

Pa. convenes Ag Business Development Center Advisory Committee

Center is funded at $2 million and aims to provide farmers and prospective farmers resources The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture held the inaugural meeting of Pennsylvania’s Ag Business Development Center advisory committee. The center was [Read More …]

Travelogue: DMI board members examine U.S. Dairy’s No. 1 market — Mexico (many photos)

As five dairy farmers continue a governance mission to Mexico, they file updates on social media, with this day-by-day travelogue rounding up their best posts. When it comes to win-win dairy trading relationships, it’s hard [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Canada eager to work with new government

Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) congratulates Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal party on winning the 2019 federal election, and forming a minority government. DFC also extends its congratulations to Mr. Scheer and the [Read More …]

New guide captures latest research on canola meal’s role in dairy feed

Dairy professionals now have access to a new, comprehensive guide informed by recent research focused specifically on canola meal in dairy production, as well as a complete listing of nutrient values. The Canola Council of [Read More …]

Indiana September milk production

Dairy herd, production down from last year Dairy herds in Indiana produced 315 million pounds of milk during September, down 2.2 percent from a year ago, according to Greg Matli, State Statistician of the USDA, [Read More …]

Frost risk to grazing animals

Prussic acid is a form of cyanide that can quickly cause lethal results We had some spotty frosts here and there through the county, especially in low-lying areas where cold air tends to settle. I [Read More …]

News

Wisconsin FFA readies for National FFA Convention

Register today for the Indianapolis event to be held Oct. 30 – Nov. 2 Wisconsin Association of FFA members, advisors, parents, Alumni and supporters are beginning to register for the 92nd National FFA Convention, coming [Read More …]

Scholarships available to young dairy professionals