Year: 2021

“The current language of the reconciliation bill does not impose a methane tax on agriculture” American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President for Public Affairs Sam Kieffer commented today on confusion surrounding a proposed methane [Read More …]

Scholarships awarded to Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow students

Amanda Hamilton, Thomas Kaiser received a $3,000 scholarship Amanda Hamilton of Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and Thomas Kaiser of Stratford, Wisconsin were recently awarded scholarships through the Dairy Excellence Foundation’s Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow (DLT) [Read More …]

NACD ANNOUNCES NEW SENIOR STAFF POSITIONS

October 7, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Today, National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Peters announced the installment of Jen Nelligan as the organization’s Chief Program Officer (CPO) and Karla Maldonado as its Chief Operations Officer (COO). [Read More …]

Javier Bourchard of the CDCB on genetic evaluations for improved mobility.

The CDCB industry meeting will be held Oct. 20 – again virtually. The focus is on lameness and hoof health with a preview on genetic evaluations for improved mobility. Javier Bourchard, CDCB’s Chief Innovation Officer, [Read More …]

USDA To Launch Loan Guarantee Initiative to Create More and Better Market Opportunities

Promotes Competition and Strengthen America’s Food Supply Chain Leverage $100 Million for Meat and Poultry Processing and Food Supply Chain Infrastructure As part of the Administration’s efforts to address food systems challenges arising from [Read More …]

Finalists Selected for 2021 California Leopold Conservation Award

Three finalists have been selected for the 2021 California Leopold Conservation Award®. Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the prestigious award recognizes those who inspire others with their dedication to land, water [Read More …]

Prairie Farms Announces Leadership Changes

October 7, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Prairie Farms Dairy today announced that Ed Mullins has decided to step down as Chief Executive Officer/Executive Vice President to assume a new role as Senior Executive Officer. With a tenure of over 40 years [Read More …]

Jay Mattison Honored as Dairy Shrine Guest of Honor

(Above: Watch the video from the Dairy Shrine presentation) On Thursday September 30, Jay Mattison, CEO of National DHIA was awarded Dairy Shrine 2020 Guest of Honor. Mattison grew up on the home dairy farm [Read More …]

More Work Begins When New Dairy Programs Take Effect

Achieving policies that benefit the nation’s dairy farmers is one of the most gratifying parts of working on their behalf. Since the COVID pandemic began in 2020, there has been no shortage of federal acronyms [Read More …]

Save the Date for the 2022 PA Dairy Summit

With the 2022 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit officially on the books as an in-person event scheduled for February 2-3, 2022 at the Lancaster Marriott, industry sponsors and exhibitors will have multiple opportunities to connect with attendees. [Read More …]

Calf and Heifer Management Online Course

October 29 – December 31, 2021 | On-Demand Course Summary This course will cover basic calf and heifer management principles led by Cornell University faculty and staff and industry researchers. It is designed for [Read More …]

Key Drivers to Consumer Acceptance of Ag and Food Technology

A Webinar from The Center for Food Integrity with Support from the United Soybean Board Monday, Oct. 25, 2 to 3 p.m. CT Register Here Agriculture and food have a rich history of bringing [Read More …]

US bovine AI industry invests in next generation of geneticists and andrologists

The National Association of Animal Breeders (NAAB) is pleased to announce that applications are now welcome for the 4th Annual NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship. Named after Dr. Gordon Doak who dedicated 42 years to [Read More …]

Assessing Western Drought Conditions – Farmers and Ranchers in the Nation’s Driest State Put to the Test

Nevada has never had an abundant water supply. In fact, with an average annual precipitation of only 10 inches, Nevada is the driest state in the United States. Nevada’s diverse landscape ranges from snowy mountain [Read More …]

Tune into DBIA’s “Let’s Keep Your Business Going” webinars

The October 12th webinar will cover current consumer buying trends and preferences The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), is [Read More …]

From Microbiome to the Balance Sheet, Week 78 of The Dairy Signal™ from PDPW Provides Insights for Dairy Producers

Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW), announces the line-up of speakers for week 78 of The Dairy Signal™. Episodes this week will focus on financial management, composting manure and the latest in microbiome research. Gary Sipiorski, [Read More …]

Idaho auctioneer wins World Livestock Auctioneer Championship Western qualifier

Eric Drees of Caldwell, Idaho, was named Champion at the 2022 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship (WLAC) Western Region qualifying event. Producers Livestock Marketing Association, located in Salina, Utah, hosted the first of three WLAC qualifying events on Tuesday, September 28. A [Read More …]

J-1 Visas: Still a Good Option

The J-1 visas are moving forward a bit more quickly now. We’ve seen some denials (which is frustrating), but have some thoughts on how to proceed. If you are interested in looking at this [Read More …]

Fudge’s Fourth Win at International Junior Milking Shorthorn Show

Back again for the fourth time, Maple Fudge Of 12 Oaks, owned by Colton and Ashley Brandel of Lake Mills, Wisconsin, was named Senior and Grand Champion of the International Junior Milking Shorthorn Show. [Read More …]

Faye and Faroh Finish First at the International Brown Swiss Show

Cutting Edge Thunder Faye was crowned the Grand Champion Female at the International Brown Swiss Show at World Dairy Expo®. Faye won the Aged Cow, Six-Year-Old & Over Class before taking the Senior Champion [Read More …]

Judges Holland Holstein sHow 2021

On Friday, November 26 and Saturday, November 27 2021, the Holland Holstein sHow will be held in the IJsselhallen in Zwolle. We are proud that renowned judges worldwide are happy to judge at our [Read More …]

Be Cyber Smart during Cybersecurity Awareness Month

We live in a world of electronic connectivity that requires individuals and businesses to approach cybersecurity with careful consideration in establishing, securing, and protecting their online accounts and information. Throughout October, the Wisconsin Department [Read More …]

Imlay City dairy farmers named 2021 MMPA Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperators

Kip and Rochelle Siegler of Imlay City, Michigan, were selected as the state winning 2020 Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperator (OYDC) by a panel of judges represented by leaders in the Great Lakes [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Consumption Beats Expectations in 2020 and Continues to Surge Upward Despite Disruption Caused by Pandemic

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their annual per-capita dairy consumption data today and the story, despite major shocks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, remains America’s growing love for dairy products of all shapes [Read More …]

Wisconsin Holstein Association to honor 2021 Wall of Fame Inductees at State Picnic

The Wisconsin Holstein Association is pleased to welcome Sunnyside Standout-TW, EDR V I Angie Melvina and Emil Titel as the 2021 Wall of Fame inductees The Wisconsin Holstein Association is pleased to welcome Sunnyside [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Consumption Beats Expectations in 2020 and Continues to Surge Upward Despite Disruption Caused by Pandemic

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their annual per-capita dairy consumption data today and the story, despite major shocks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, remains America’s growing love for dairy products of all shapes and [Read More …]

Rising Fertilizer Prices Highlight Value of Soil Testing and Manure Nutrients

October 5, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

With the continued uptick in fertilizer prices, now is a good time to reflect on the value that soil testing and manure nutrients bring to a cropping system. Crops need the macro-nutrients nitrogen (N), [Read More …]

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National Dairy Board Scholarship Award Winners Announced

The dairy checkoff has awarded 12 academic scholarships to students enrolled in programs that emphasize dairy and who have shown potential to become future dairy leaders. The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB), through [Read More …]

Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO & Executive Director, Kathleen O’Leary, announces retirement