Month: May 2022

Introduction At first glance, 2022 cattle prices are higher than 2021. At $140, slaughter steer prices are 17.5% above 2021 prices, but even with higher prices, farmers and ranchers will travel a rocky road to [Read More …]

American Dairy Association North East announces new CEO

Dairy farmer board of directors selects 20-year checkoff veteran John Chrisman American Dairy Association North East dairy farmer board of directors, representing 9,000 northeast dairy farmers, is pleased to announce John Chrisman is the new Chief Executive [Read More …]

‘Feed for the Future’ to accept bids starting June 1

Supports on-farm internships through everyday feed purchase Dairy producers can support the next generation of dairy through their everyday feed purchases by bidding in the “Feed for the Future” silent auction. With Purina Animal [Read More …]

MN legislature passes ag funding, drought relief

Supplemental agriculture spending package passed by legislators Drought relief, meat processing, broadband and the Forever Green initiative are all included in the supplemental agriculture spending package passed by legislators on the final weekend of [Read More …]

The dangers of dairy farming

From 2015 to 2019, 137 farm-related fatalities were reported in Pennsylvania Farming is a very rewarding way of life for many; however, it is a lifestyle that unfortunately has many risks associated with it. Those [Read More …]

University of Guelph student earns DCRC Scholar honor

The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) selected Guilherme Madureira, a doctorate degree student at the University of Guelph, Guelph, Ont., Canada, as the 2022 DCRC Scholar. As the award recipient, Madureira earned an expense-paid trip [Read More …]

Manure Defoaming Agent Guidance

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) indicates that farmers can use small amounts of used cooking oil to prevent or suppress foam in manure management. Per NYSDEC Division of Materials Management, in accordance with 6 [Read More …]

Judges named for 2022 All-American Dairy Show

All-American Dairy Show is set for September 17-21; Premier National Junior Show set for September 17-19 Nine individuals got the nod to place the 14 open and junior shows during the All-American Dairy Show, set [Read More …]

DCHA webinar focuses on immune function in neonatal calves

Free, one-hour educational offering starts at 2 p.m. CST on June 13th Dairy Calf and Heifer Association’s (DCHA) June 13 webinar features “Optimizing Immune Function in Neonatal Calves – It’s More Than Just Vaccination!” [Read More …]

Redding recognizes dairy industry ag education initiatives at Farm City Day

Tour teaches visitors where milk comes from and was followed by an ice-cream making activity Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding was joined by local school students, 4H representatives and members of the Dairy Princess Program for [Read More …]

Schaefer selected as 75th Alice in Dairyland

She will begin her term as the 75th Alice in Dairyland on July 5, 2022 The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has selected Taylor Schaefer of Franksville as Wisconsin’s 75th Alice [Read More …]

AgChoice Farm Credit, MidAtlantic Farm Credit announce upcoming merger

The merged entity will have 25 offices across its five-state footprint AgChoice Farm Credit and MidAtlantic Farm Credit jointly announced their upcoming merger to form Horizon Farm Credit, effective July 1, 2022. The vote [Read More …]

Cattle raisers applaud court decision reaffirming water ownership rights

Ruling reaffirms longstanding precedent on how water rights are considered, interpreted and protected in Texas The Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association applauded the Texas Supreme Court’s decision in the case of Pape Partners v. [Read More …]

FDA’s proven it can do its job on fake milk – it can do it again

With FDA guidance expected on the proper labeling of plant-based milk alternatives sometime this summer, it’s worth noting – even if seemingly for the millionth time – that this isn’t a tough call, no matter [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Provides Scholarships to Support Agricultural Education

Farm Credit East recently awarded $25,500 in scholarships to support 17 educators who will be attending Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) programs this summer where they will learn to teach CASE courses [Read More …]

VentureFuel Launches Quest for New Dairy Innovation

California Milk Advisory Board’s Real California Milk Excelerator, Powered by VentureFuel, Launches Quest for New Dairy Innovation “Open Innovation” competition seeks to accelerate unique dairy startups for fourth consecutive year The California Milk Advisory [Read More …]

Growers Invited to Enter 2022 World Forage Analysis Superbowl

Entries are being accepted for the World Forage Analysis Superbowl, which is open to all forage producers across North America. The 2022 contest, held in conjunction with World Dairy Expo, is set to award [Read More …]

Farm Action Publishes a “Fair Farm Bill Policy Handbook” to Reform the U.S. Food and Farm System

Farm advocacy group provides a straightforward manual of policy reforms to policymakers ahead of 2023 Farm Bill debates Farm Action has just published a Fair Farm Bill Policy Handbook as a central piece of [Read More …]

Winning the War on School Milk

Milk is essential to the healthy diet of children, packing in 13 essential nutrients that children need for growth, development, healthy immune function, and overall wellness. So why are some politicians looking to remove [Read More …]

Addressing the Need for Mental Health Resources in the Veterinary Community

A commentary from Dr. Darlene Konkle, state veterinarian, DATCP Division of Animal Health Mental Health Awareness month is an opportunity for us to take stock in the well-being of our friends and family. It’s [Read More …]

Financial Planning, Feeding Behavior and Market Updates on Tap

Experts share practical strategies and research updates, answer producer questions Episodes in this week’s The Dairy Signal™ from Professional Dairy Producers (PDPW) will provide dairy producers an opportunity to check in on their dairy’s [Read More …]

A Delicate Balance

Opening your settlement check this month may feel better than it did a year ago. That is because milk prices are up significantly, with the April Class III milk price announced at $24.42 per [Read More …]

USJersey to offer $50,000+ in scholarships, educational awards

The funds will provide financial support for young Jersey owners pursuing a college or university degree or experience Friday, July 1 is the deadline to apply for scholarship and educational awards administered by the [Read More …]

Register today! Virtual farm tours set to reach students ‘where they are’

Award-winning virtual program has nearly 500,000 views since 2018 The last of three American Dairy Association North East’s signature Virtual Farm Tours is Thursday, May 26 – and it’s not too late to register. [Read More …]

Four FFA members named to the 58th Class of U.S. Presidential Scholars

The U.S. Presidential Scholars program recognizes the nation’s most distinguished high school graduating seniors Four FFA members were recently named U.S. Presidential Scholars—one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students—for their accomplishments in [Read More …]

DBIA awards $1.7 Million to 38 dairy businesses

Reimbursement grants of up to $50,000 each are awarded The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) and the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) at the [Read More …]

Proposed fertilizer policies could protect farmer profits, environment

A new University of Illinois study explores potential policy solutions to reduce nitrogen loss while still protecting farmers’ bottom lines Nitrogen fertilizer has major implications for crop yields and environmental health, specifically water quality [Read More …]

DCHA webinar focuses on immune function in neonatal calves

Dairy Calf and Heifer Association’s (DCHA) June 13 webinar features “Optimizing Immune Function in Neonatal Calves – It’s More Than Just Vaccination!” This free, one-hour educational offering starts at 2 p.m. Central time (Chicago time). [Read More …]

California Dairy Innovation Center Offers Opportunities For Cheese Education