Year: 2024

Well done, co-ops. Your leadership is shaping a better future for dairy. On Monday, an effort that took more than three years, more than 200 meetings, 49 days of a record-long Federal Order hearing, and [Read More …]

Laurie Fischer: Lobbyist, Leader and Dairy Cares of Wisconsin

From growing up on a dairy farm to leading the efforts for Wisconsin’s pivotal livestock siting law, Laurie Fischer, founder of the American Dairy Coalition, began her lobbying career as a grassroots voice for dairy [Read More …]

Prairie Farms Leads the Charge for National Ice Cream Month

Company launches America’s first and only family-size premium vanilla ice cream When it comes to ice cream flavors, vanilla reigns supreme, and just in time for July 4th celebrations, Prairie Farms Dairy is giving people [Read More …]

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board Announces Request For Applications Subtitle top of article: Projects Promoting And Researching New York State’s Diary Industry

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that the Dairy Promotion Order (DPO) Advisory Board has issued a Request for Applications for dairy and research promotion projects, as part of its [Read More …]

ICYMI: Gov. Evers Celebrates America’s Dairyland Throughout June Dairy Month

Gov. Evers today recapped his visits with dairy farmers, processors, producers, and local community and agricultural industry leaders celebrating June Dairy Month and America’s Dairyland across the state over the month of June. During the visits, Gov. Evers highlighted the strength of the state’s dairy industry as well as efforts [Read More …]

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Struggling with falling demand for farm equipment, Deere & Co. announces nearly 600 layoffs

Deere & Co. is laying off nearly 600 workers as the farm equipment manufacturer deals with declining demand. Deere confirmed Monday that the production positions being cut are concentrated at two factories in Iowa and [Read More …]

USDA issues draft FMMO decision

American Dairy Coalition pleased to see ‘higher of’ for ‘regular’ Class I, but questions ESL ‘adjuster,’ and higher processor ‘make allowances’ USDA issued its draft decision on Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) changes, which will [Read More …]

Rick Eggebrecht, Erin Marotz join CPDA board of directors

The Central Plains Dairy Association (CPDA) welcomed two new board members – Rick Eggebrecht and Erin Marotz – to its June 24 board of directors meeting, held at Valley Queen Cheese in Milbank, S.D. Allen [Read More …]

Center to Host Monthly “Protecting Your Profits” Webinar on July 12 to Share Recent FARM 5.0 Updates

The Free Webinar Will Take Place on Friday, July 12 at 12 p.m. EST On Friday, July 12 from 12-1 p.m., the Center for Dairy Excellence will host a monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar titled [Read More …]

Indiana BOAH to Host H5N1 Meeting for Dairy Producers

The Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) will host a meeting for the dairy industry—farmers, haulers, veterinarians, and service providers—to discuss the latest information and outlook related to the H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Presents Webinar on Maximizing Capital Investments with New York’s ITC Program

If you’re a Farm Credit East customer based in New York who is planning a capital investment in your agricultural business, then join us for an informational webinar on how the New York State Investment [Read More …]

USDA Issues Recommended Decision Proposing Amendments to all Eleven Federal Milk Marketing Orders

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today issued a Recommended Decision on its website proposing to amend the uniform pricing formulas applicable in all 11 Federal milk marketing orders (FMMOs). The Recommended Decision follows a 49-day national [Read More …]

Center to Host Next Industry Conference Call on July 10 With Updates on HPAI, PA Health Monitoring Program, USDA Assistance

The Next Dairy Industry Call Will Be Held on Wednesday, July 10 at 1 p.m. EST The Center for Dairy Excellence will host the next Dairy Industry Conference Call on Wednesday, July 10 at 1 p.m. [Read More …]

Ian Johnson joins Low Carbon Technologies

Low Carbon Technologies LLC, the sustainability division of Select Sires Inc., has hired Ian Johnson for the role of product specialist. Johnson will be responsible for developing and promoting innovative solutions that drive sustainability and [Read More …]

NMPF Statement on USDA’s Recommended FMMO Modernization Plan

“Based on our initial reading, NMPF is heartened that much of what we proposed after more than two years of policy development, and another year of testimony and explanation, is reflected in USDA’s recommended Federal [Read More …]

National Dairy FARM Program Releases New Versions

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program released today new versions of the Animal Care and Workforce Development Programs, refining, updating and improving agriculture-leading benchmarks for animal care and workforce best practices. “This [Read More …]

Farm Bureau Members Advocate in the Nation’s Capital

Wisconsin Farm Bureau members and staff were in Washington, D.C this week representing Wisconsin agriculture. The trip marked the completion of the WFBF Leadership Institute, a year-long leadership training program available to Farm Bureau members. [Read More …]

How are Cheese and Butter Different?

Current Class III milk prices have fallen as high butterfat prices and low protein prices have evolved (Click here for details). This post will review the trends in pricing of cheese and butter used to [Read More …]

Bird flu stays stable on milking equipment for at least one hour

Bird flu, or H5N1 virus, in unpasteurized milk is stable on metal and rubber components of commercial milking equipment for at least one hour, increasing its potential to infect people and other animals, report researchers [Read More …]

DHIA

NMC adds Canada to its National Dairy Quality Awards program Awards program honors dairies that market top-quality milk

As part of National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) strategic plan to serve a broader audience geographically, this year’s National Dairy Quality Awards (NDQA) program will include Canada and the United States. Previously, only U.S. dairy operations [Read More …]

Distinguished Junior Member Finalists Announced at National Junior Holstein Convention

Holstein Association USA is thrilled to announce six exceptional young adults who have been named Distinguished Junior Member (DJM) finalists. This prestigious accolade has celebrated the dedicated efforts of young individuals in the dairy industry [Read More …]

Important HPAI Updates and Steps to Take Moving Forward

Over the last few days, several new updates and resources have been released about Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and the steps PA dairy farmers can take moving forward. Here’s an overview of these updates: Send [Read More …]

Tommy Oesch on Succession Planning on the Farm

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen sits down with Tommy Oesch, a partner at Swisslane Farms in Michigan to chat about all things succession planning. Today, you will hear Tommy as he discusses the [Read More …]

National DHIA seeks scholarship applicants

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The National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) announced that it will offer $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors and college undergraduate students. Applicants must be full-time, incoming or continuing students at a technical college or [Read More …]

Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires Announces The Releases KINGME P

Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires talks with Andy and Tyler Carter of Carters Corner in Illinois on the newly released Showbox Sires bull KINGME-P 744HO17422. They discuss KINGME’s dam Noble 695-ET and what type of [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Dairy Cattle Show Entries Now Open

Entries for the Dairy Cattle Show at the 57th World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin are now being accepted, exclusively online at worlddairyexpo.com. The first entry deadline is September 2 at 11:59 p.m. (CDT). Late entries, [Read More …]

Add Milk! Program Expands in 500 Meijer Stores Across the Midwest

The Healthy Fluid Milk Incentive Project titled “Add Milk!” provides a dollar-for-dollar match to SNAP participants who purchase nutrient-dense, non-fat and low-fat (1%) milk products, including lactose-free options A nutrition incentive program that helps low-income [Read More …]

AgWest Farm Credit awards $3 million to 52 organizations

Guided by their Local Advisory Committee (LAC), AgWest Farm Credit is proud to award $3,065,050 to 52 organizations in communities throughout the West. As a cooperative, AgWest’s purpose is to champion agriculture by serving as [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Agricultural Producers in Wisconsin Impacted by Tornadoes and Flooding