Month: November 2025

In this episode of DairyVoice podcast, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films interviews Dr. Chris Cifelli of Dairy Management Inc.’s National Dairy Council (NDC). They talk about research on whole milk and whole milk [Read More …]

Finding Us Faithful in Service to Dairy

When I’m milking, I like to listen to something to keep my mind engaged, usually an audiobook or podcast and, rarely, music. But there are moments when I enjoy the “silence,” though we all know [Read More …]

Dairy and Type 2 Diabetes

Dairy foods such as milk, cheese and yogurt are foundational foods in healthy dietary patterns. The dairy group contributes important shortfall nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D and potassium to the American diet. Low-fat and fat-free [Read More …]

The path to exceptional milk quality

What leads to sustained, superior milk quality on a dairy farm? Instead of reviewing the literature on mastitis prevention and treatment, I thought I would go to a true expert on the subject. I decided [Read More …]

What Should I Do Next?

Recently, I had a client ask me if they should go ahead and order the steel roofing they need for a barn reroofing project. The conversation turned to tariffs and what their impact might be [Read More …]

Dairy Leaders Share Progress, Priorities at Fall Alliance Meeting

More than 270 leaders from across the dairy value chain gathered Nov. 18 for the 2025 Dairy Sustainability Alliance® Fall Meeting, sending a clear message: progress happens faster when the community moves forward together. The [Read More …]

Hired labor on New York state dairy farms cost, efficiency and change from 2018 to 2024

Hired labor plays a significant role on dairy farms, with more than 9,000 jobs provided by New York dairy farms in 2019.1 As farm size grows, hired employees provide a larger percentage of the labor [Read More …]

New York and Vermont Corn SIlage Hybrid Evaluation Program 2025

Hybrid evaluation at multiple environments helps in decision making and expands the reach of this type of data to more farmers. Cornell, UVM, and seed companies collaborate to provide this evaluation. Hybrids were either entered [Read More …]

Preparing your cattle for severe winter weather

Cattle work to maintain a constant core body temperature of about 101ºF. During the winter months, the need for cattle to maintain their core body temperature becomes a challenge and can cause cold stress. Cold stress [Read More …]

“The Dairy State” – A Feature Documentary Celebrating California’s Dairy Families

We’re excited to share that longtime agricultural storyteller Matt Salvo—creator behind countless videos showcasing California’s farmers and ranchers—is directing a new feature-length documentary titled The Dairy State. This film takes viewers behind the scenes of [Read More …]

MPC’s Geoff Vanden Heuvel Highlights Urgent Water Challenges

2025 Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Anaheim Yesterday, at the 2025 Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Anaheim, Geoff Vanden Heuvel – Vice Chair of the Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley and Director of Regulatory and [Read More …]

Meet the Keynote Speakers for PA Dairy Summit

Purpose is your compass. Passion is your fuel. Find your True North and join us at the PA Dairy Summit on February 4-5 where you’ll join more than 350 forward-thinking dairy producers and industry professionals! Hear from 20+ speakers, and learn [Read More …]

World Without Cows Documentary to Be Featured at PA Dairy Summit, Registration Now Open

The Dairy Summit Will Include a New Movie Night and Deep Dive Keynote Session The 2025 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit is centered around the idea of finding and committing to your “True North” – using purpose [Read More …]

Dairy Producers Invited to Lunch & Learn Event at Keystone Farm Show to Explore Organic Dairy Opportunities

The Lunch and Learn Event Will Be Held on January 7 at Keystone Farm Show Dairy producers who are interested in exploring organic dairy opportunities, and existing producers who would like to learn more about [Read More …]

DHIA

Deadline Approaching: Applications for Dairy’s Foundation Grants Due Dec. 1, 2025

Nonprofit organizations can apply for up to $10,000 to fund dairy-focused projects Dairy nonprofits and educational groups have until Dec. 1, 2025, to apply for grants up to $10,000 from Dairy’s Foundation. Since its founding [Read More …]

American Agri-Women Announces Newly Appointed Executive Committee

American Agri-Women Announces New National Officer Team American Agri-Women (AAW) today announced its newly elected members of the national board for the upcoming term. Kim Bremmer of Wisconsin is the new president, Maggie Howley of [Read More …]

CFI: Building Resilience Together

“Resiliency is about anticipating change and building systems that adapt,” noted Carl Jones, Plant Sciences Director, Mars, during the opening keynote at The Center for Food Integrity’s (CFI) recent event. CFI brought together leaders from across [Read More …]

Enter the Farmer-Made Ingenuity Contest by Dec. 12 for a Chance to Win $1,000

November 27, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dairy farmers: What creative solution have you found hiding in plain sight on your farm? Whether it’s choosing the welder over an expensive repair bill or figuring out how to track data on your own to [Read More …]

Gratitude and Growth: A Thanksgiving Message to Our Dairy Community

As Thanksgiving approaches, we at DairyBusiness News want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to you—our readers, partners, and the hardworking individuals who make the dairy industry thrive. Your dedication to producing [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA and Holstein Foundation Announce Two Exciting Summer Internship Opportunities

Holstein Association USA and the Holstein Foundation are excited to announce two hands-on, paid summer internship opportunities for students. These internships provide unique, professional experiences at the National Holstein Convention, offering participants the chance to [Read More …]

Black Creek® Cheddar Launches Refreshed Brand Identity Celebrating Wisconsin Craftsmanship

A New Look Inspired by Local Roots and Master Cheesemakers Black Creek® cheese, a premium cheddar brand steeped in Wisconsin’s rich dairy heritage, proudly introduces a refreshed brand identity that honors its origins while embracing [Read More …]

Gift the Joy of California Dairy This Holiday Season

Easy Holiday Gifting in Three Steps: Select, Click, and Share the Real California Goodness Discover curated California dairy gifts that support local makers and farm families. Choose from artisan cheese boxes, ice cream collections, and [Read More …]

Seeking Grant Recipients to partner with UW Students!

The DBIA Mentors have been instrumental in helping DBIA businesses grow and increase their resiliency. We are looking for new companies to join the Mentors classroom consulting program (described in more detail below) for the Spring [Read More …]

Volunteers Needed for Calving Corner Exhibit at 2026 PA Farm Show

The Dairy Cow Birthing Center Offers Educational Insight for Families Individuals who have experience working in the Pennsylvania dairy industry are invited to volunteer at the Calving Corner during the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show from [Read More …]

Saterbak Wins Discussion Meet Competition

Katie Saterbak of Murdock was named the winner of the 2025 Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) Young Farmers & Ranchers Discussion Meet contest, held during the organization’s annual meeting Nov. 20-22 in Minnetonka. The Discussion [Read More …]

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Minnesota Farm Bureau 2026 Legislative Priority Issues Announced

The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) Board of Directors recently identified four priority areas for the 2026 state legislative session following the organization’s annual meeting, held Nov. 20-22 in Minnetonka. Rooted in grassroots policies submitted [Read More …]

Wagholm Farms: Pioneers in Tie Stall to Robotics

Wagholm Farms in New Hamburg, Ontario, was among the first to show how a tie stall barn can successfully make the leap to automation. Six generations of Wagners have milked cows on the farm, and [Read More …]

Diving Into the Data, Insights from the 2025 Dairy Producer Survey

Thanks to those of you who joined us for our bi-monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Friday! With the release of the 2025 Pennsylvania Dairy Producer Survey results, we took some time to dive into the data and [Read More …]

Feedworks USA Adds Katherine Purvis as Technical Support Manage