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On-Farm Milk Disposal Guidance Released for Pennsylvania

April 28, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Governor Wolf has authorized temporary suspension of certain manure and waste land application regulations through June 1, 2020 As the COVID-19 emergency continues to evolve milk dumping has become a reality for some dairies. In [Read More …]

DFA members donate dairy products to families

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Generous contributions kickstart nationwide food bank giving initiative At a time when many Americans are facing unprecedented hardships as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, the family farm-owners and employees of Dairy Farmers of America [Read More …]

Record enrollment in USDA safety-net programs

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Producers signed 1.77 million contracts for ARC and PLC programs for the 2019 crop year Producers signed a record 1.77 million contracts for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss [Read More …]

Dairy MAX, Dallas Cowboys provide $150K

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

COVID-19 Emergency School Nutrition Fund in response to pandemic In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Dairy MAX, in partnership with the Dallas Cowboys and Fuel Up to Play 60, will contribute $150,000 to the COVID-19 [Read More …]

The Milk Markets Retreat Once Again This Week

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week ending April 24, 2020 The milk markets retreated once again this week. Class III and IV futures posted double-digit losses and nearby contracts plumbed new life-of-contract lows. The [Read More …]

IDFA Briefing on USDA’s New Food Box Distribution Program

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

USDA released solicitation and information about the $3 billion Food Box Distribution Program, which was announced one week ago by Secretary Perdue. This program is open to food producers, processors, and distributors that will supply [Read More …]

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Not long ago, Pa was one of the top milk-producing states in the country The COVID-19 outbreak is hitting Pennsylvania’s beleaguered dairy industry hard, and sadly, there is a segment that will not be able [Read More …]

Group proposes moratorium on farm foreclosures

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

National Farmers suggests one single federal milk marketing order to help dairy farmers As dairy farmers are pounded by rock-bottom pay prices because of COVID-19’s economic repercussions, National Farmers, a national milk, beef and grains [Read More …]

2020 California State Fair cancelled

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Unable to continue 166-year tradition due to COVID-19 concerns In accordance with Cal Expo’s own values and the directives issued by the Governor and California Department of Public Health, Cal Expo’s Board voted unanimously during its April 24 [Read More …]

Food system tries to match demand, supply

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Future uncertain as peak harvest season nears for many commodities The nation’s complicated and essential food system continues to adjust to the sharp, sudden shift in demand spurred by stay-at-home orders and food-service shutdowns during [Read More …]

Is your milk produced on Pa dairy farms?

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

I would like everyone to check the plant code of the milk Hi, my name is Holly Harvatine and I am a Susquehanna County Dairy Ambassador. I’d like everyone to take a minute to think [Read More …]

ADSA Convention Canceled; Converted to Online Event

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The American Dairy Science Association announced that its annual convention has been canceled. The well attended event had been set for June 21 – 24 in West Palm Beach, Fla. The announcement came on Apr. [Read More …]

Stress Management and Mental Health Awareness Webinar

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Wednesday – April 29, 2020 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Presented by: NY FarmNet’s Kate Downes & Brenda O’Brien There is no precedent with the novel coronavirus. Whatever our age, a life-altering event can leave us hoping [Read More …]

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Web-based listing replaces magazine-style directory Central Plains Dairy Expo’s (CPDE) new online member directory – https://www.centralplainsdairy.com/members-2020/ – highlights more than 300 dairy industry product, service and technology providers. Search for CPDE members via the alphabetical [Read More …]

California Dairies, Partners Win U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Partnership recognized with national award for achieving significant reductions in water use and greenhouse gas emissions The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today is celebrating a unique industry partnership for earning a prestigious U.S. Dairy [Read More …]

DCHA Webinar featuring Cathy Bandyk: A New Way of Thinking

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A New Way of Thinking: Added Value for Your Heifers & Your Operation May 5, 2020 at 2PM CST Introducing, “A New Way of Thinking: Added Value for Your Heifers and Your Operation.” [Read More …]

Governor Evers featured on Tuesday’s The Dairy Signal™

April 26, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Free online episodes offer insights to help producers make informed decisions Professional Dairy Producers® – PDPW has released the speaker and content line up for week four of The Dairy Signal™., held Apr. 28-30, 2020. [Read More …]

Small-Business Loans Program a Balm for Farmers – But Act Fast, NMPF’s Larson Says

April 25, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 1

Congress’s move to replenish two coronavirus-related assistance programs that are available to dairy businesses may help keep some dairies afloat – but application windows may close fast, said Claudia Larson, government relations director at the [Read More …]

Holstein Canada Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

On behalf of the Holstein Canada Board of Directors, President Gerald Schipper is pleased to announce that Vincent Landry has been selected as the next Chief Executive Officer. Vincent will start in his new role [Read More …]

Dayna Ghiradelli joins milk marketing team

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), the marketing order representing California dairy producers, has announced the addition of Dayna Ghirardelli as Director of Producer Relations. She most recently served as Producer Relations Manager [Read More …]

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April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Online form gives dairy farmers and processors a direct line to university experts The Dairy Innovation Hub has created an online form, available at dairyinnovationhub.wisc.edu/covid-19-resources/, that gives farmers, dairy processors and the general public a [Read More …]

Access to dairy critical for children during school closures

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Widespread school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic have raised concerns about students’ lack of access to milk Widespread school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic have raised concerns about students’ lack of access to [Read More …]

$50 per acre revenue declines for corn

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

NCGA commissions analysis to understand impact of COVID-19 on corn Analysis released by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) showed cash corn prices have declined by 16 percent on average, with several regions experiencing declines [Read More …]

INTL FCStone’s Nate Donnay gives assessment of where the dairy markets are headed

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Production was heading up early this year and then the market crashed with the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, cutting back production is required by many processors. Nate Donnay, Director of Dairy Market Insight for INTL FCStone, [Read More …]

Updated farm labor requirements, advocates for skilled labor to ensure food supply

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provided farmers who provide housing to their workforce – be it domestic, migrant, or guest H-2A workers – with enhanced requirements for seasonal farm labor to maintain a healthy agriculture [Read More …]

Five Ways to Help Wisconsin Dairy Farmers and Cheesemakers

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

With 3% of the nation’s restaurants already permanently shutting their doors and millions of students out of school, the normal markets for dairy are no longer available to farmers. Family farms and local businesses need [Read More …]

Apply Now to Be Recognized as a 2020 Producer for Progress

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Boehringer Ingelheim aims to reward dairy producers demonstrating advanced cattle health management techniques Boehringer Ingelheim is now accepting applications for its fourth annual Producers for Progress Recognition Program. The program commends dairy producers who demonstrate [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Alliance releases updated Sustainability Impact Report for Earth Day

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Report highlights animal agriculture’s commitment to continuous improvement Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance released its updated “Sustainability Impact Report” in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. The report highlights how the animal agriculture industry shares [Read More …]

Social Distancing on Mother’s Day? Send Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese Gift Boxes to Mom

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese offers Mother’s Day gift boxes that you can order online. Choose any—or all—of the gift boxes and you will be sending artisanal cheeses that are as luxurious as they are practical. [Read More …]

IDFA Update on New USDA Purchase & Distribution Program

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Earlier today, USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) hosted a webinar on the new Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) USDA Purchase & Distribution Program, also known as the “food boxes” distribution program. The webinar will be [Read More …]

Month: April 2020

On-Farm Milk Disposal Guidance Released for Pennsylvania

DFA members donate dairy products to families

Record enrollment in USDA safety-net programs

Dairy MAX, Dallas Cowboys provide $150K

The Milk Markets Retreat Once Again This Week

IDFA Briefing on USDA’s New Food Box Distribution Program

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

Group proposes moratorium on farm foreclosures

2020 California State Fair cancelled

Food system tries to match demand, supply

Is your milk produced on Pa dairy farms?

ADSA Convention Canceled; Converted to Online Event

Stress Management and Mental Health Awareness Webinar

California Dairies, Partners Win U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award

DCHA Webinar featuring Cathy Bandyk: A New Way of Thinking

Governor Evers featured on Tuesday’s The Dairy Signal™

Small-Business Loans Program a Balm for Farmers – But Act Fast, NMPF’s Larson Says

Holstein Canada Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

Dayna Ghiradelli joins milk marketing team

Access to dairy critical for children during school closures

$50 per acre revenue declines for corn

INTL FCStone’s Nate Donnay gives assessment of where the dairy markets are headed

Updated farm labor requirements, advocates for skilled labor to ensure food supply

Five Ways to Help Wisconsin Dairy Farmers and Cheesemakers

Apply Now to Be Recognized as a 2020 Producer for Progress

Animal Agriculture Alliance releases updated Sustainability Impact Report for Earth Day

IDFA Update on New USDA Purchase & Distribution Program

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