Month: October 2021

Reproductive decisions, determining heifer cyclicity and breeding problem cows are just a few reasons to detect estrus with breeding indicator patches Knowing when cattle are in estrus is the first step to reproductive success on dairies. Effective reproductive programs keep cows on schedule for [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Foundation is coming to your town!

CPDF mascots to visit sites to deliver checks to scholarship winners The Central Plains Dairy Foundation is proud to announce that our mascots are visiting the central plains dairy region this month! Holly, Harriet, [Read More …]

Whole milk + coffee combos move more product

Dairy Checkoff promotes whole milk with consumer-preferred coffee trends To help build trust in dairy with consumers, American Dairy Association North East dairy farmers promoted whole milk as the best option for great tasting [Read More …]

Two Pasture Walks Announced for October 25th and 29th in SWNY

Cornell Cooperative Extension invites farmers to learn more about grazing livestock Cooperative Extension’s Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program (SWNYDLFC) is hosting two pasture walks, scheduled for the last week in [Read More …]

South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions

Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities Michigan State University is home to seven animal research farms, collectively known as the South Campus Animal Farms (SCAF) and integral to supporting the land grant mission. [Read More …]

Biden-Harris Administration Invests $272 Million to Improve Rural Water Infrastructure for 270,000 People Living in Rural Communities Across the Country

Investments to Help People Living in 37 States and Puerto Rico Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $272 million to modernize rural drinking water and [Read More …]

3 ways to increase milk production while reducing your carbon footprint

In the dairy industry, successfully implementing solutions that “kill two birds with one stone” requires innovation and usable data. Finding ways to reduce the carbon footprint on dairy cattle operations while also maintaining high [Read More …]

“This American Dairy Farmer” series launched Oct. 12th

Weekly episodes to highlight family, tradition and sustainable food production Highlighting family, tradition and sustainable food production is the goal of American Dairy Association North East’s weekly video series, “This American Dairy Farmer,” that [Read More …]

Learn about current dairy markets & outlook for future

Hear From a Guest Speaker on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 12 p.m. The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting a special edition of its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Wednesday, October 27 from [Read More …]

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What’s squeaking? National Cheese Curd Day is October 15th

Wisconsin, The State of Cheese® shares everything you need to celebrate the glorious cheese curd National Cheese Curd Day is upon us, and soon cheese lovers near and far will come together to collectively [Read More …]

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True to Its Mission, Stonyfield Organic Yogurt Will Expand Its Direct Supply Program in Response to Farmers Losing Horizon Contracts

Organic Yogurt Maker is inviting some of the impacted farmers to join their network and is launching a task force to help save them all Stonyfield Organic, the country’s leading organic yogurt maker, announces [Read More …]

Youth get an early start on veterinary science training

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offers veterinary science curriculum online Tens of thousands of youth have purchased the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Veterinary Science Certificate Program curriculum book as the program’s reputation and popularity spreads from [Read More …]

Minnesota Farmers Union president testifies on need for drought relief

MFU President Gary Wertish testified before the Minnesota House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) President Gary Wertish testified before the Minnesota House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee on Tuesday. In written remarks submitted [Read More …]

Evacuation Plans Supporting People with Disabilities

October 19, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

If extreme weather such as hurricanes, tornadoes or flooding occur, it is important to have a plan in place especially if evacuation is needed. However, for people with disabilities, it’s not always that simple; [Read More …]

Class IV Products Garner Much Attention in Chicago This Week

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending October 15, 2021 Despite some moderation during Friday’s spot session, gains earlier in the week left prices higher than last Friday for both butter and nonfat dry [Read More …]

Vitamin D supplement may enhance dairy cows’ immune health

New research in the Journal of Dairy Science® explores possible genetic effects of dietary supplementation with vitamin D to support cows’ immune function Known as a crucial component in the body’s ability to absorb [Read More …]

Hired labor on New York State dairy farms: Cost, efficiency and change from 2011 through 2020

Jason Karszes, PRO-DAIRY, and Christopher Wolf, Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics & Management, have released a new publication that summarizes cost, efficiency and changes associated with hired labor on NY dairy farms from [Read More …]

The 2021 Joint Annual Meeting Kicks off Nov. 14 in Las Vegas, Nevada!

Here’s a reminder that if you have not yet registered for next month’s 2021 Joint Annual Meeting, coordinated by the National Milk Producers Federation and Dairy Management Inc., now is the time. The meeting runs [Read More …]

New Dairy Discovery Zone Exhibit at the State Fair of Texas Merges Education and Entertainment

After reaching more than 2.4 million visitors since its debut in 2010, the Dairy MAX Dairy Discovery Zone revealed a revamped exhibit at the 2021 State Fair of Texas. The renovated exhibit honors [Read More …]

Protect Against Rainfall with Pasture, Rangeland and Forage (PRF) Rainfall Index Policy

Crop Growers offers insurance coverage to protect haying and grazing land for up to 90% of normal rainfall Forage losses from natural hazards, especially drought, can be a significant risk for forage and livestock [Read More …]

IDF welcomes Mexico to its membership

The International Dairy Federation’s latest overview of the dairy sector, covering markets worldwide, global trends and preliminary COVID-19 impacts is released. Today, at the IDF General Assembly, IDF admitted Mexico of as a [Read More …]

USDA Announces First Installment of Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors

Following a press release from President Joe Biden announcing the appointment of several regional appointments, the U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the appointments of five Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Directors and seven [Read More …]

2021 PDPW Calf Connection® Workshops are RACE approved

Three Sessions of One-Day Workshop to be held Oct. 26, 27, 28 Calf care managers, calf feeders and team members, along with nutritionists, veterinarians and industry professionals will gain new information and insights at [Read More …]

USDA Celebrates National School Lunch Week