Year: 2021

There are several key reasons American Dairy Coalition supports a temporary return to the previous Class I milk pricing formula using the ‘higher of’ Classes III or IV, until a USDA hearing process can evaluate [Read More …]

It’s time to register for the 2021 Joint Annual Meeting coordinated by the National Milk Producers Federation and Dairy Management Inc.

It’s time to register for the 2021 Joint Annual Meeting, coordinated by the National Milk Producers Federation and Dairy Management Inc. This will be an in-person conference bringing together dairy community leaders to the Mirage [Read More …]

Agrifirm and CRV will jointly conduct research into methane

The cooperative organisations Royal Agrifirm Group and CRV will start up a joint project designed to measure the methane emission of individual cows in actual practice. The purpose is to gain greater insight into the [Read More …]

#ClimateWeek — State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) helps farmers and ranchers save water

CDFA’s State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) was created to provide financial incentives for agricultural operations to invest in irrigation systems that save water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Eligible system components include soil moisture monitoring, [Read More …]

Professional consulting grants available in six key areas

September 28, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Once accepted into the program, farms can receive up to $3,500 The Center for Dairy Excellence is now accepting applications for the Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Grant Program for the 2021-22 year. The DDC [Read More …]

Gallagher Announces End of Tenure; Celebrates the Dairy Checkoff’s Strong Legacy. Board Transitions to Barbara O’Brien as CEO and Looks to Future

Dairy Management Inc., the dairy checkoff program that drives trust and sales of dairy products on behalf of America’s 31,000 dairy farm families and importers, announced today that Tom Gallagher has decided to conclude his [Read More …]

A Guide to Class I Milk Formula Options

Since the 2018 farm bill, the price for Class I milk, i.e., milk used to produce beverage milk products, has been calculated using the simple average of advanced Class III (cheese) and Class [Read More …]

Wisconsin Advocates for Agriculture at National Meeting

This week, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) leadership participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) annual meeting, contributing in policy committee discussions, taking part in business [Read More …]

New research demonstrates increased milk production and reduced greenhouse gas emissions when dairy cows are fed canola meal

A recently published research project found that canola meal improves the environmental footprint of milk production – reducing methane emissions and nitrogen losses, along with a boost in milk production. Published in the September [Read More …]

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NMC webinar offers ways to improve milk quality and milk quantity Learn how to detect ‘bottlenecks’ in your milking parlor

“Improving milkability without testing equipment” headlines the National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) next webinar, set for Nov. 2, starting at 2 p.m. Central time (U.S/Canada). This free, one-hour educational offering features David Reid, a past NMC [Read More …]

Feeding America’s MealConnect Coordinates 3 Billion Pounds of Rescued Food, Expands Capabilities for Farmers

A $2 Million Grant from the General Mills Foundation Enabled Expanded MealConnect Capabilities, Including New Mobile-Friendly Design and Ability to Connect Food Banks with Farmers to Rescue Produce Across the Country Feeding America® announced [Read More …]

Webinar Series: Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling

October 20-21, 2021 | 1:00 p.m. Eastern IDFA’s popular “Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling” is back this fall with the most up-to-date, essential information you need to produce compliant and effective labels for your products. This [Read More …]

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Forty leading organizations, including 11 of the 20 largest dairy companies in the world, among first to support new global “Pathways to Dairy Net Zero” climate initiative

Pathways to Dairy Net Zero, a ground-breaking new climate initiative, is launching today during Climate Week and just prior to the United Nations (UN) Food Systems Summit. Forty leading organizations, including 11 of the [Read More …]

FARM Releases Stakeholder Survey for Version 5.0

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today released its Animal Care Version 5.0 Stakeholder Survey. This survey will give dairy farmers, industry stakeholders, and partners an opportunity to provide early input on [Read More …]

Transfer Tax Could Impact a Huge Portion of US Farm Production

Potential changes to capital gains taxation at death for family farms has been a hot topic in agricultural circles over the last six months. Capital gains-related studies from EY, Texas A&M, University of Kentucky and Iowa State University released over the [Read More …]

N.Y. Dairy of Distinction Program recognizes industry supporters

Award recognizes efforts of individual or business has supported or contributed to program The New York Dairy of Distinction Program announced the 2021 recipients of the Person of Distinction Award and the Business [Read More …]

Does dairy benefit from the NFL partnership?

September 27, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

How does the dairy checkoff’s NFL partnership benefit our Fuel Up To Play 60 program in schools and help sell more dairy foods? How does the dairy checkoff’s NFL partnership benefit our Fuel Up To [Read More …]

Global and U.S. Milk Production Slows Down

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending September 24, 2021 Soaring temperatures in much of the country and unusually humid conditions in the Southwest added up to a lot of stress. National average milk [Read More …]

USDA and HHS Launch Resource Guide to Help Rural Communities Increase Access to Child Care Services

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Deputy Assistant Secretary for Early Childhood Development Katie Hamm today unveiled a joint [Read More …]

Famer Tax School Series Announced

Cornell Cooperative Extension offers an educational series to assist with farm income tax management Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm Business Management Specialists from across the state for their virtual Farmer Tax School, offered in [Read More …]

Book your hotel room for the DCRC Annual Meeting

If you’re attending the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Annual Meeting, November 9-11, in Kansas City, make sure you book your hotel room before the discounted DCRC group rate expires. Make your hotel reservation by going [Read More …]

CPDE Women’s Conference 2021

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! GET YOUR SEAT TODAY. November 2 & 3, 2021 Hilton Garden Inn, Sioux Falls, S.D. This year’s conference brings together women in dairy to network, to educate, and to energize one another in [Read More …]

CentralStar accepts applications for 2022 summer internships

CentralStar Cooperative serves dairy and beef producers in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana. They have nine, paid agricultural-related internship opportunities available for summer, 2022: six in artificial insemination (A.I), two in milk and diagnostic testing, and [Read More …]

Farm Credit Awards Efforts to Develop and Promote Northeast Agriculture

The Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Program, a joint effort of Farm Credit East, Yankee Farm Credit and CoBank, recently provided $71,500 in grant funding to 15 organizations to assist their efforts to support young [Read More …]

What Does Milk And Cookies Have To Do With Feeding Cows?

Milk + Cookies = one™feed + SCiO CUP one™feed and SCiO cup are now fully integrated to streamline dry matters in your rations. Measure dry matter more frequently, faster, cheaper, and avoid data entry [Read More …]

Despite pandemic, Farm Credit continues to educate Congress about farm needs

Customers and staff discuss PPP, loan deferrals and infrastructure needs; set stage for in-person ‘farmers market’ in D.C. this fall During the spring, hundreds of Farm Credit members and staff from California and [Read More …]

Tillamook County Creamery Association Continues Commitment to the Future of Farming with New “All For Farmers” Coalition