Month: January 2025

Field Management, Choose AgriGold Key points Aerial imaging is becoming more essential as farm sizes grow and precision increases. The technology helps farmers be more efficient and effective with scouting. A support team is critical to [Read More …]

Grants Available to Help Dairy Producers With Transition Planning, Transformation Projects and Consulting Work

Dairy Decisions Consultants (DDC) and Transition/Transformation Team Grants Are Available Dairy producers who are looking to work one-on-on with professional consultants to make a major business transformation, begin transition planning, or analyze another area of [Read More …]

ODA Welcomes 22 More Farmers to Farmland Preservation Program

More Ohio farmland will remain in productive agricultural use. The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is proud to announce more than 2,000 acres have been added to the Farmland Preservation Program. Twenty-two farmers and farm [Read More …]

U.S. Department of Agriculture Shares Enrollment of Six Additional States in Its National Milk Testing Strategy for H5N1

USDA’s National Milk Testing Strategy Now Accounts for Two-Thirds of the Nation’s Dairy Herds Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced an additional six states are enrolling [Read More …]

Maola Enters a New Era with Jon Cowell as CEO

January 23, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

As the calendar flips to a new year, Maola Local Dairies is turning the page to an exciting new chapter. On January 1, Jon Cowell officially stepped into the role of CEO of the farmer-owned [Read More …]

Countryside Offers New Forage Protection Options

Sealpro® Films and Flortex® Silage and Hay Protection Sealpro® Silage Barrier Films and Flortex® silage and hay protection are now available in several midwestern states through Countryside Dairy Solutions. “We are excited to announce this [Read More …]

Dairy Producers Share Their 5 Favorite Things About The PA Dairy Summit

It’s Not Too Late to Register! It’s not too late to register for the PA Dairy Summit happening on February 5-6 in State College! The line-up of keynote and breakout sessions this year is excellent, but the conversations and energy [Read More …]

Couple with Wisconsin ties contributes $100,000 to Dairy Shrine for dairy youth scholarships

Dairy Shrine recently received a $100,000 contribution from Dr. Robert and Rebecca Ruehlow of Maysville, Missouri, to support college scholarships for students pursuing careers in the dairy industry. This major gift honors the memory of [Read More …]

Register Now for the 2025 ODPA Annual Meeting

The Ohio Dairy Producers Association invites you to join us at our annual meeting in Wooster! All Ohio dairy farmers – whether an ODPA member or not – are encouraged to attend. Enjoy lunch provided [Read More …]

Answers to Carbon Questions: Register Today for PDP Carbon Conference 3.0

Jan. 28 program to connect dots between dairy farmer opportunities and industry expectations The stakes continue to grow for dairy producers wanting to remain competitive amidst changing markets and industry demands. There is still time [Read More …]

U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Slate of Presidential Appointments

The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of the following individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C. These appointees have been selected to implement President Trump’s America First agenda, ensuring [Read More …]

PA Dairy Summit to Offer Continuous Learning Opportunities Including CE Credits

Discussion Groups, Live Demos and More The Event Will Be Held on February 5-6, 2025 in State College, PA. Continuing education credits for dairy producers, veterinarians and animal science professionals are available at the 2025 [Read More …]

NMPF ready to work as new government takes shape

The National Milk Producers Federation congratulates President Donald Trump and the leaders of the new Congress and administration and is ready and eager to work on a wide range of challenging issues as the new [Read More …]

A German region lifts an animal transport ban imposed after foot-and-mouth disease was detected

An eastern German region said Friday it is lifting a ban on the transport of animals that was imposed last weekend after foot-and-mouth disease was detected in a buffalo herd. No further cases have been confirmed in [Read More …]

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Ellsworth Creamery Launches New Logo and Comprehensive Rebranding Initiative

Ellsworth Creamery, a renowned leader in the dairy industry and the “Cheese Curd Capital of Wisconsin,” is proud to unveil its new logo and announce a comprehensive rebranding initiative that reflects the company’s legacy, values, [Read More …]

FARM Program Seeking Nominations for Task Forces

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program is seeking applicants for its Animal Care, Environmental Stewardship and Workforce Development Task Forces for the July 2025 to June 2028 term. FARM will accept nominations [Read More …]

Operations Managers Conference trains dairy farm managers

Join over 200 dairy and crop managers and industry professionals at this engaging industry event! Presented by Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY and the Northeast Dairy Producers Association (NEDPA), Operations Managers Conference trains dairy farm managers and [Read More …]

Fencing 101 – For Veterans

A FREE, Live Seminar for Veterans Provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension and Cornell Small Farms Program Farm Ops Learn more about choosing and installing the RIGHT livestock fencing for your farm and homestead! NY Veterans [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Foundation launches new scholarships

Three $5,000 scholarships will be awarded in 2025 The Central Plains Dairy Foundation (CPDF) continues to invest in the Central Plains dairy industry by introducing new scholarships. CPDF will award three $5,000 scholarships to college [Read More …]

Supreme International Introduces Two New TMR Processors in Its Generation 3 Product Line

The design features consistent feed processing, automation and telematics for livestock feeding Supreme International, leader in livestock feeding equipment, is launching two new products to expand its Generation 3 line of total mixed ration (TMR) [Read More …]

Grants Available to Help Dairy Producers With Transition Planning, Transformation Projects & Consulting Work

Dairy Decisions Consultants (DDC) and Transition/Transformation Team Grants Are Available Dairy producers who are looking to work one-on-on with professional consultants to make a major business transformation, begin transition planning, or analyze another area of [Read More …]

World Class Leadership Training from Three Lenses

January 21, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Apply by January 31 for PDP’s Cornerstone Dairy Academy Three pillars of leadership-development training facilitated by six world-class experts — all simultaneously translated into Spanish — are on tap for the 2025 Cornerstone Dairy Academy® presented by [Read More …]

Cheese Markets Are Searching For Direction

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending January 17, 2025 The cheese markets are searching for direction. In the rearview mirror, booming exports and a steep drop in U.S. cheese stocks argue for higher [Read More …]

FFAR & AAVMC Open Applications for 2025 FFAR Vet Fellows

As producers grapple with devastating diseases like H5N1 influenza (bird flu), African swine fever and foot-and-mouth disease, alongside growing demands for improved animal welfare and sustainable practices, the need for skilled veterinarians to safeguard the [Read More …]

Foreign Footprints: Trends in U.S. Agricultural Land Ownership

Foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land, which includes timberland, remains a widely debated and often controversial topic, fueled by concerns about the implications of foreign investments — especially those from nations viewed as adversarial to [Read More …]

Feedworks USA and Animine partner to expand the precision minerals business in the U.S. market

Feedworks USA, a leading distributor of research-backed specialty feed ingredients, is proud to announce its collaboration with Animine, an independent supplier of precision minerals, to introduce Animine’s innovative products to the U.S. market. “Feedworks is [Read More …]

USDA Announces June 1 Implementation of New FMMO Formulas