Month: April 2025

Gain practical skills in dairy farming through hands-on learning in milk quality, farm safety, breakeven costs, hoof health, and more. Build confidence and connect with fellow women in the industry! Penn State Extension presents Herds [Read More …]

New Farm Safety Video Now Available

Free Farm Safety Signs for Dairy Teams This Spring With spring fieldwork quickly approaching for most Pennsylvania dairy farm families, the Center for Dairy Excellence has released a new video in its farm safety video [Read More …]

Balmoral Tanks Launches U.S. Operations with New Ohio Manufacturing Facility

Global leader in water, wastewater and processing storage solutions to open a 16,600-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in Mentor, Ohio Balmoral Tanks, recognized worldwide as a leading producer of digester tanks for anaerobic digestion (AD) plants, is [Read More …]

Challenge Butter Debuts Pre-Portioned Cubes for Clean, Quick, and Precise Cooking

With 90% of Americans Not Cooking from Scratch, Challenge Redesigns Butter for Modern Meals Challenge, a leading U.S. farmer-owned butter brand, announced today the launch of Challenge Butter Cubes – a new, innovative cube-shaped butter [Read More …]

USJersey To Offer More Than $32,000 In Scholarship/Educational Awards

Tuesday, July 1 is the deadline to apply for scholarship and educational awards administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA), Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Link to apply: https://www.usjersey.com/Portals/0/AJCA/2_Docs/Youth/25-NationalJerseyYouthScholarship.docx The funds will provide financial support for young [Read More …]

Crop Insurance Deadline Nears for Summer Planted Crops, Annual Forage, and Forage Seeding

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds agricultural producers that the final date to apply for or make changes to their existing crop insurance coverage is quickly approaching for summer planted crops, annual forage and [Read More …]

IDFA Announces ‘Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment’

Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards Dairy food companies are stepping up to make America healthier by announcing a significant commitment that will reshape school [Read More …]

Reduce Your Exposure to Pesticides – Wear Gloves

Remember to protect yourself by wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, when mixing, loading, and applying pesticides. PPE should also be worn when doing repairs or maintenance on application equipment. Pesticide product [Read More …]

Farm and Food Groups Encourage Continued U.S. Leadership at WTO

A coalition of 30 agriculture and food organizations submitted a letter this week calling on congressional leaders to ensure support for U.S. membership in the World Trade Organization. The letter emphasizes the importance of global [Read More …]

Tillamook New Seasons Market

April 24, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

As part of our commitment to enduring ecosystems, we are excited to announce that we are partnering with fellow Oregon-based brand and Certified B Corporation, New Seasons Market (NSM), on a regenerative agriculture project to cut carbon [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Dairy Farmers Partner with the Philadelphia Union

Learn more about Pennsylvania dairy and enter to win some great prizes. Pennsylvania dairy farmers are proud partners of the Philadelphia Union. Throughout our partnership, we’ll highlight how Pennsylvania dairy farmers produce delicious and nutritious products [Read More …]

Toast to Dairy Event to Feature Farm-To-Fork Food Stations, Cheese Pairings

April 24, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Tasting Experience and More Purchase Tickets by May 1 to Receive a $10 Early-Bird Discount on Each Ticket To celebrate June Dairy Month and support dairy education programs, the Dairy Excellence Foundation is hosting its [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Statement on Dairy Industry Voluntarily Removing Artificial Colors from National School Lunch Program

April 24, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins applauded the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announcement on the IDFA Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment, a voluntary, proactive pledge to eliminate Red 3, Red 40, Green 3, Blue 1, Blue [Read More …]

Farm to School Advisory Council Nominations Due May 15

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for the Farm to School Advisory Council until 11:59 p.m. on May 15, 2025. A seat is available in the at-large category. [Read More …]

We’re Whey Too Excited to Introduce the 2025 OCCs!

It truly takes a village to make the ACS Annual Conference unforgettable—and every year, our community of passionate, hardworking volunteers rises to the occasion. At the heart of it all are the Official Conference Cheesemongers (OCCs)—skilled professionals who [Read More …]

On-Demand Webinar Series Explores the State of the Dairy Industry

A three-part webinar series is now available, giving members access to insights from a comprehensive analysis on the state of the U.S. dairy industry. Developed by Dairy Management Inc. in collaboration with NMPF, the U.S. [Read More …]

How Off-Farm Income Keeps Farmers Farming

When most people picture a farmer, they don’t envision someone teaching math, driving a school bus or managing a bank branch. Yet for the majority of U.S. farm households, income from these off-farm roles is [Read More …]

Ohio 4-H youth and industry leaders team up to solve real-world agricultural challenges

It wasn’t your average day of leadership training. There were no lectures, no slideshows — just 23 high school students, nine agricultural professionals, and a high-stakes simulation designed to challenge how the next generation of [Read More …]

Farm Bureau Calls for Clarity in WOTUS

The American Farm Bureau Federation today asked for changes to the “Waters of the United States” rule to bring it in line with the Sackett v. EPA Supreme Court ruling, which called for more clarity in water [Read More …]

Take the early crop chop quiz!

1. Take the early crop chop quiz! Harvest has begun out here in the west, choppers whirring along cutting up a variety of winter forages, with that first alfalfa cut close behind. As things heat [Read More …]

Milk sales increase, dairy prices slip amid economic shifts

Rising milk production, together with the current climate of general economic uncertainty, is pressuring milk prices, although margins remain relatively high. February fluid milk sales were 1.3% higher than a year earlier when adjusted for [Read More …]

Weather Tools to Stay Safe on the Farm

The weather is a frequent topic of discussion in agriculture. At times, it can take a dramatic turn, endangering life and property. This article provides resources and information to help you forecast the weather [Read More …]

Thorbahn named National Dairy Shrine Guest of Honor

David Thorbahn has been named the National Dairy Shrine’s 2025 Guest of Honor, the highest level of recognition offered by the organization each year. This award recognizes an exemplary dairy leader for his or her [Read More …]

Safety Around Anaerobic Digesters

Always be aware of potential hazards and ensure that you are working safely around your farm’s digester. Introduction Safety is essential in every industry and should be applied to the farm and anaerobic digester environment. [Read More …]

Penn State Students Participate in 2025 North American Dairy Challenge

Six Penn State students traveled to Florida for the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge, (NAIDC) held April 6-8 hosted by the Southern Region in Gainesville, FL. Five students also participated in the Dairy Challenge Academy. [Read More …]

Biosecurity Plan Veterinary Review Grant

If you are a large animal vet or know one, the Center’s Biosecurity Plan Vet Review grant application window will be open through April 30. This program was designed to reimburse vets for the time [Read More …]

‘Toast to Dairy’ Event to Feature Farm-to-Fork Food Stations, Cheese Pairings and More

Purchase Tickets by May 1 to Receive a $10 Early-Bird Discount on Each Ticket To celebrate June Dairy Month and support dairy education programs, the Dairy Excellence Foundation is hosting its annual farm-to-fork celebration, “A [Read More …]

USDA Delivers Immediate Relief to Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Communities Impacted by Recent Disasters

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced $340.6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster assistance to deliver relief to farmers, ranchers and rural communities impacted by natural disasters that have caused devastation across [Read More …]

IDFA Announces ‘Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment’ to Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards

Dairy food companies are stepping up to make America healthier by announcing a significant commitment that will reshape school meal menus across the nation for 30 million children. Today, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Statement on Dairy Industry Voluntarily Removing Artificial Colors from National School Lunch Program