Month: July 2020

Land O’Lakes, Inc. today announced Heather Malenshek will join the organization as Chief Marketing Officer effective September 8, 2020. In this capacity, Heather will oversee B2C and B2B branding and marketing strategy and is responsible [Read More …]

2020 RWDCA Albrecht Memorial Scholarship Recipients

Every year, the Red and White Dairy Cattle Association presents 3-$1,000 scholarships to deserving members continuing their education to pursue careers in the dairy industry. Receiving Scholarships this year are; Cael Hembury from Muncy, PA. [Read More …]

NY Kids And Teens Can Get Free, Healthy Summer Meals

Now More Than Ever- It’s Important for Children to Be Properly Nourished Schools may be closed, but free summer meals are available to children at sites around the State. Adapting to accommodate the current situation, [Read More …]

New York Farm Bureau Releases COVID-19 Impact Survey on Food System

New York Farm Bureau, the state’s largest farm organization, unveiled the results of a member survey that found 65% of the state’s farms and agribusinesses have been negatively impacted financially by the COVID-19 pandemic. More [Read More …]

UFW asks CA AG investigation after Primex worker death

UFW asks CA AG investigation after Primex worker death, continuing spike of infections and company retaliation against employee for speaking out Concerns over whether Primex Farms LLC is failing to properly protect its workers from [Read More …]

CDFA announces four vacancies on the Feed Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces four vacancies on the Feed Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). This subcommittee provides technical and scientific advice to the Feed Inspection Advisory Board and [Read More …]

Cheese making relies on milk proteins to form structure

Protein composition of milk affects coagulation and consequently cheese yield according to a study in the Journal of Dairy Science® Cheese production relies on coagulation of milk proteins into a gel matrix after addition of [Read More …]

New Series High Average Set for National Heifer Sale

The record for high average in history for the National Heifer Sale was broken for the third consecutive year on June 26, 2020, as 16 lots were struck off for an average of $10,996.88. The [Read More …]

Reviewing the Proposed Expansion of the SHIPP Cropland Set-Aside Program

USDA administers a variety of conservation programs with an emphasis on voluntary land retirement, working lands and conservation easements. The most notable is the Conservation Reserve Program, a voluntary land retirement program that provides financial [Read More …]

Management Tip Topic: Build a Healthy Rumen Environment

The health of your herd starts with good rumen management. Healthy cows perform better, and better performance can lead to greater production and ultimately greater profitability. Without a well-functioning rumen, your herd could be more [Read More …]

TechMix Global Hires Michael Reid, PhD

TechMix Global has hired Michael Reid, PhD in the role of International Ruminant Health Manager. The global footprint of TechMix has expanded significantly in recent years and Michael will be instrumental in bringing extensive technical [Read More …]

fairlife Ice Cream Is Officially a Thing!

fairlife, LLC Partners with Boardwalk Frozen Treats, Announces Launch of New Indulgent Light Ice Cream “When will you come out with ice cream?” “If I make up a song about fairlife ice cream, will you [Read More …]

Rapid sensor test for cattle disease

Purdue team gets $1 million to develop new BRD testing option Bovine respiratory disease (BRD), one of the most prevalent and costly illnesses in the beef and dairy industries, accounts for about half of all [Read More …]

Webinar: Soil and When to Plant

Food Plot Series Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 The Food Plot Series: Soil and When to Plant live webinar will focus on how to soil test, what to do with the results, and how and when [Read More …]

New Report Lays Groundwork for Safer, More-sustainable Alternatives to Banned Pesticide Chlorpyrifos

A report issued today identifies alternatives for California growers to the banned pesticide chlorpyrifos and calls for continued work towards safer, more sustainable pest management practices. Following California’s historic decision to end use of the [Read More …]

Achieving a healthy weaning transition

A gradual transition from liquid feed takes time Are your calves experiencing a decrease in performance once they are transitioned off of milk? Perhaps you are seeing an increase in illnesses, a drop in weight [Read More …]

Timing Second Cutting Grass Hay

Orchard grass and other cool season perennial grasses should be harvested at 4- to 6-week intervals, ideally between 35-40 days. Production and cutting frequency are greatly affected by soil moisture, soil temperature, soil fertility, and [Read More …]

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Burger King’s Campaign Disappoints California Dairy Group

Western United Dairies (WUD), the dairy service organization based in Modesto, Calif., says it is disappointed by the release of Burger King’s #CowsMenu campaign. WUD contends it is based on misleading information and a blatantly [Read More …]

Heat stress in gestating dairy cows impairs performance of future generations

Research in the Journal of Dairy Science® studies lasting effects of heat stress on dairy cows It is estimated that in the United States, environmental heat stress in cows costs the dairy industry more than [Read More …]

NIAA elects officer team and new board members

Selects firm for ongoing management The National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) recently elected offices and executive committee members who will guide the organization over the next two years. In addition, three new board members [Read More …]

Florida Dairy legend Red Larson passes away

As reported in the Lake Okeechobee News, the Okeechobee dairy industry has lost one of its original trailblazers. Louis “Red” Larson passed away on July 17 according to his son John Larson. “Last night our [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Alliance launches Animal Ag Allies

Farmers, ranchers, practicing veterinarians, industry professionals encouraged to enroll The Animal Agriculture Alliance announced the launch of the Animal Ag Allies program to empower farmers, ranchers and practicing veterinarians to be outspoken advocates for agriculture [Read More …]

APHIS seeks comment on production of FMD vaccine on U.S. soil

Vaccine manufacturer seeks approval to produce foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comment on a petition from a vaccine manufacturer seeking [Read More …]

CME Spot Cheddar Blocks Charged Out of the Gate This Week

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending July 17, 2020 CME spot Cheddar blocks came charging out of the gate this week. On Monday they sprinted 8.5ȼ straight uphill, to a record shattering $3 [Read More …]

Penn State Extension to offer online pesticide applicator short course

Online course begins on August 3, runs through August 26 Pesticide applicators planning to take the Pennsylvania certification exam can benefit by attending the “Pesticide Applicator Short Course,” hosted by Penn State Extension. This online [Read More …]

Farm Credit East presents webinar on PPP loan forgiveness

Prepare for Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness July 23rd from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join Farm Credit East for a webinar on Thursday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., that will present [Read More …]

Dairy Cattle Heat Stress Webinar: July 21st and 22nd

CCE specialists discuss key considerations for caring for cattle in the heat Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Southwest and Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Programs, with Cornell PRO-DAIRY, would like to invite dairy producers [Read More …]

Cultivating Plum Pride Holsteins’ Future