Month: April 2021

Allen Merrill, from Parker, South Dakota, was re-elected chairman of Midwest Dairy during the organization’s annual meeting held last week in Des Moines, Iowa. Elections for the Corporate board officer team also were held. Charles [Read More …]

Joint statement on the Western water crisis

“The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture recognize the urgency of this crisis” In response to worsening drought conditions in the West, including in areas like the Klamath River Basin, Secretary of the Interior Deb [Read More …]

Dairy – tough to live without it

Scientific studies have linked dairy consumption to numerous health benefits The misguided, fringe argument that dairy isn’t important to human diets would be laughable if it weren’t dangerous. Is it possible to live without dairy? It’s [Read More …]

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Register for NMC’s April 15 webinar

Selective Dry Cow Therapy: Which Herds, Which Cows?” headlines the National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) next webinar, set for April 15, starting at 2:00 p.m. Central time. This free, one-hour educational offering features Volker Krömker, a [Read More …]

Statement by Secretary Vilsack on the President’s FY22 Discretionary Funding Request

President Outlines Proposals to Invest in Rural Communities, Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change, and Restore Support for American Agriculture The Biden-Harris Administration today submitted to Congress the President’s priorities for fiscal year 2022 [Read More …]

Efficient CRV bulls with high components and fewer problems

The index run of April 2021 confirms that consistent breeding for efficient and healthy cows pays dividends. CRV’s portfolio has been strengthened and broadened with the addition of bulls that guarantee robust, highly productive and [Read More …]

Canadian registration closed and payments finalizing for second round of dairy compensation

Dairy farmers provide Canadians with a stable supply of high-quality products, and are an essential part of the country’s rural landscape. Supporting them as they adapt to new market realities and consumer demands is vital [Read More …]

Dairy Risk Management Academy for Farm and Food Businesses

The dairy business is inherently volatile. Making data-driven decisions by utilizing risk management tools and strategies could help mitigate your risk and help you take advantage of favorable market prices. Join StoneX Financial Inc. and [Read More …]

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Wisconsin’s Dairy Badge of Pride

Building a trusted, respected brand like Wisconsin Cheese is no accident. Of course, beginning with high-quality milk produced by hard-working Wisconsin dairy farmers gets everything off on the right foot. But it requires a well-planned, [Read More …]

CDFA Seeks Public Comments on Proposed Program for Underserved and Small Producers

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Farm Equity Office is seeking public comments on a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for the California Underserved and Small Producer Grant Program: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/cusp/pdfs/RequestProposals.pdf The 15-day public comment period [Read More …]

Farm Credit East and Yankee Farm Credit announce merger plans

The newly merged association is expected to begin operation on January 1, 2022 Farm Credit East and Yankee Farm Credit are pleased to announce the board of directors of both associations have unanimously approved the [Read More …]

Quarterly Dairy Industry Legal Update webinar

Will be held on April 27 beginning at 12 p.m On Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at 12 noon – 1 pm EDT Penn State Law’s Center for Agricultural and Shale Law will be conducting a third webinar in [Read More …]

DBA applauds support of labeling bills

Bills clarify which products can be labeled as milk and dairy Calling for honesty for customers and fairness for farmers, the Dairy Business Association today applauded the state Assembly Committee on Agriculture for approving legislation [Read More …]

New study finds consumers are hopeful about agriculture’s ability to positively impact climate change

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Survey finds that consumers see agriculture and livestock as part of the broader climate change solution When it comes to climate change, consumers view agriculture as a part of the solution rather than the problem. [Read More …]

Another Big Week on LaSalle Street and Nearly All Products Gain Ground

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending April 9, 2021 Nearly all products gained ground at the CME spot market with the exception of Whey. The other spot dairy products moved decisively upward. It [Read More …]

Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese Delivers a Taste of Mexico with Only Oaxaca Cheese Sustainably Produced in Wisconsin

The Mexican style part-skim milk mozzarella cheese comes tied in a knot and is perfect for cooking Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese delivers a taste of Mexico this Cinco de Mayo with its handmade, farm fresh [Read More …]

Adopt a Cow program connects kids, cows and classrooms

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin’s new program reached 1,640 classrooms and more than 28,000 Wisconsin students this school year. Ten Wisconsin dairy calves taught their unique farm story to tens of thousands of school kids across the state thanks to Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) and Discover Dairy’s Adopt a Cow program. From August – October 2020, Wisconsin classrooms registered to “adopt” a calf from [Read More …]

Preventing and Mitigating Mold Growth and Mycotoxin Contamination

Dr. Scott Bascom hosts “Mycotoxins and Food Security” webinar; second of seven-part mycotoxin webinar series on Phibro Academy platform Mother Nature isn’t the only force that can inflict daunting production challenges and economic losses upon [Read More …]

DFA CoLab Accelerator focuses on innovative dairy products

Seven companies will participate in the 90-day, dairy-intensive program Facial recognition software for cows, nanotechnologies to help treat mastitis and a single-serve, snack-sized cheese bar are just a few of the startup companies that are [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2021 is on

Biggest ag show in Wisconsin set to open July 20 – 22 The Executive Committee of Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2021 Eau Claire County confirmed today that the show will go on with key COVID-19 [Read More …]

UW-Madison’s Faith Baier earns DCHA scholarship

After earning her PhD, Baier plans to pursue an animal welfare/animal husbandry career The Dairy Calf & Heifer Association (DCHA) named Faith Baier, daughter of Ted and Sue Baier, Durand, Wis., as this year’s $1,000 [Read More …]

Farm Bureau seeks solutions to today’s farm and rural challenges

$165K in startup funds available; Apply by August 20th The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, has opened online applications for the 2022 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. This national business competition showcases [Read More …]

Dairy financial conference set for September 21

Program focuses on turning the page, managing changing markets Dairy financial consultants, lending representatives, and interested dairy producers are encouraged to save the date for the twelfth annual Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference, planned [Read More …]

Ben-Gurion University Researchers Introduce Novel Probiotic Yogurt-Based Treatment for Inflammatory Conditions

Novel molecules were found to reduce inflammation and restore balance of the immune system and were also effective against pathogenic bacteria Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) have identified novel drug candidates based on [Read More …]

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Select Sires graduates Holstein and Jersey sires to proven lineup

The April sire summaries resulted in nine Holstein and two Jersey graduates for Select Sires. The nine progeny-proven Holsteins are fathered by seven different sires offering a variety of pedigrees and genetic specialists. “Select Sires [Read More …]

Drought Grips Western U.S.

After a year riddled with pandemic-related challenges, farmers were hoping for an easy, uncomplicated growing season. Unfortunately, for many that dream seems unlikely, as much of the Western half of the country is experiencing severe to [Read More …]

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New NxGEN sires excel in health and fitness

Select Sires has added 14HO15289 S-S-I Limlght BEDROCK-PP-ET and 14HO15519 Melarry Legacy APOLLO-ET to the NxGEN® lineup. Following the April sire summary, the NxGEN portfolio offers 20 exceptional, industry-leading sires. “NxGEN was designed by dairymen, [Read More …]

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Environmental Organizations Want to Regulate Dairy Greenhouse Gas Emissions

An article today in Politico outlines efforts by the Sierra Club and other environmental groups to regulate GHG emissions from both dairy and hog operations. Enclosed is the article and the background and details on [Read More …]

Elimination of Stepped-up Basis Poses Hazards to Family Farms