Year: 2023

Applications Due June 21st. American Agri-Women (AAW) members can apply now for the “AAW’s Road to Influence” personal and leadership development program. The group is making history with this unique program that is for women [Read More …]

Kyle Walden Joins Meristem Team

Experienced Agronomy Manager To Serve Growers and Develop Dealers in North Dakota Experienced crop input specialist Kyle Walden has joined Meristem Crop Performance® Group, LLC (www.MeristemAg.com), one of the fastest-growing crop input suppliers in America. [Read More …]

Is There an Ideal Voluntary Waiting Period for Inseminating Your Dairy Cows?

After calving, the reproductive tract of the cow takes 30 to 40 days to undergo a proper involution, a reduction of the size and weight of the uterus, after normal calving. Fertility will increase until [Read More …]

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OPS 2023 to feature new activities and expanded trade show floor

With one month to go, Organic Produce Summit BB #:348436 2023 is on track to be the largest in the event’s history and will include several new additions to a robust two-day gathering celebrating the world of [Read More …]

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards nearly $60,000 in scholarships

Annually, the foundation recognizes Ohio students for their academic effort, community engagement and career interests that link agriculture to community service, education or scientific research. Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation recently awarded nearly $60,000 in scholarships [Read More …]

AstraZeneca announces innovative partnership with Vanguard Renewables to decarbonize its United States sites

Agreement will deliver renewable natural gas to U.S. research and manufacturing sites, starting in Newark, Delaware, and accelerate progress on global emissions reduction targets New partnership leverages food and agricultural waste to power sites, contributing to the [Read More …]

USDA Launches Effort to Strengthen Substantiation of Animal-Raising Claims

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that it is implementing a multi-step effort aimed at strengthening the substantiation of animal-raising claims. This action builds on the significant work USDA has already undertaken to [Read More …]

Registration Open for INAgLaw’s Workshop – Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm

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Registration is now open for the 10th annual Indiana Agricultural Law Foundation’s (INAgLaw) Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm workshop. The program will be held via webcast and will be free of charge for [Read More …]

Starbucks furthers commitment to sustainable dairy

At Starbucks, we’ve always been committed to working alongside communities to help people thrive and protect the planet. Since the introduction of our first Caffè Latte in 1984, cow’s milk has been an integral ingredient [Read More …]

Biden Administration Announces Over $700 Million to Connect People in Rural Areas to High-Speed Internet

June 14, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Funding Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural residents, farmers and business owners in 19 states to [Read More …]

National Dairy Month — dairy foods a key part of healthy diet

In recognition of National Dairy Month (June), the Dairy Council of California has partnered with the San Francisco 49ers football club for an informative video about dairy’s important contributions to supporting nutrition security and healthy communities. California [Read More …]

Lallemand Animal Nutrition now accepting applications for ninth annual Forward scholarship

$14,000 will be awarded to five students in 2023, applications due Sept. 30 Lallemand Animal Nutrition is excited to offer, for the ninth consecutive year, the Lallemand Forward Scholarship for students pursuing degrees in agriculture. The 2023 [Read More …]

Explore The Benefits Of Modern Dairy By Tuning In To AEM’s Upcoming Webinar

To celebrate National Dairy Month in June AEM, in partnership with Dairy Farmers of America and The National Milk Producers Federation, is pleased to present findings from the recently released Environmental Benefits of Modern Dairy, Hay and Forage [Read More …]

Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awards $126,000 in scholarships to MSU students for 2022-23

The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awarded $126,000 in scholarships to Michigan State University (MSU) students pursuing dairy industry-related programs of study for the 2022-23 academic year. The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation [Read More …]

Maximize Internship Experience with PDPW Accelerate™ Workshop for College Students

Employers can invest in intern success with new one-day workshop opportunity Internships are a valuable part of the college experience for many students, providing real-world experience to enhance classroom learnings. Invest in the next generation [Read More …]

Biden Administration Announces Over $700 Million to Connect People in Rural Areas to High-Speed Internet

Funding Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural residents, farmers and business owners in 19 states to [Read More …]

It’s Time: The 10th Annual Midwest Dairy Flavor of the Fair Vote Opens to Minnesota Public

With the weather heating up, we’ve hit ice cream season, as well as the time to cast your votes for the annual “Flavor of the Fair.” Midwest Dairy, an association representing 4,800 farm families in [Read More …]

Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act Moves out of Committee

The Committee on Education and the Workforce votes to advance bill restoring whole milk in schools U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson today issued a statement following the Committee on Education and the Workforce’s approval of the Whole [Read More …]

Nominations are open for MSU’s 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award

Since 1958, the Dairy Farm of the Year Award has been presented by the MSU Department of Animal Science The Michigan State University Department of Animal Science is seeking nominations for the 2024 Dairy Farm [Read More …]

Manure Management, Hearing Protection and Dairy Checkoff Check-In

Tune in for interactive conversations with experts on dairy management topics This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) will highlight topics to benefit dairy farmers’ land, health and bottom line. The [Read More …]

Wisconsin’s Anne Moore honored with prestigious Michael Graznak Award

Rantala of nationwide Blue Hawk Cooperative wins CEO Outstanding Communicator and communications-contest winners announced The nationwide Cooperative Communicators Association (CCA) held their annual institute in Portland, Maine, last week. Anne Moore of Edge Dairy Farmer [Read More …]

Good news for consumers on inflation

When dairy prices rise, people notice. That’s what happens when your product is so ubiquitous that grocery stores price it below-cost to bring in consumers who make up for the loss by buying higher-margin items. [Read More …]

Minnesota Dairy Farmers Encouraged To Apply For MDA Funding

Grants available to help cover business planning costs Minnesota dairy farmers are encouraged to apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Dairy Business Planning Grant, which has recently launched a revamped application process. This [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Sets 2023 Farm Bill Priorities

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation has released its 2023 farm bill priorities. Dairy, crop insurance and conservation funding remain top priorities for farmers across the state. WFBF’s farm bill working group has been meeting since November and [Read More …]

Senior Associate Dean Bernie Engel appointed Purdue’s next Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture

Patrick Wolfe, Purdue provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and diversity, has announced Bernie Engel as the next Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture, effective July 15. Engel, chosen following an extensive national [Read More …]

Stay hydrated and refuel with real milk

With the hot days of summer almost upon us, did you know that milk hydrates better than water? From potassium to calcium, dairy milk is a natural choice when it comes to rehydration. “Dairy milk [Read More …]

Dairy Sustainability Survey Selective Dry Cow Therapy Study Invitation

The University of California recently published its Golden State Dairy Newsletter, which you can read in its entirety here. Benchmarking & Describing California Dairy Sustainability Metrics A survey invitation will be hitting San Joaquin Valley dairy mailboxes [Read More …]

Dairy Council of California Wins 2 Telly Awards for ‘Let’s Eat Healthy Together’ Broadcast Series