Year: 2025

Milk and dairy products form a vital part of the daily diet for many Californians. Ensuring these products are safe and wholesome is a top priority, and the California Department of Food and Agriculture plays [Read More …]

Tell Congress to Act, For Farmers’ Sake

More than 100 farmers and ranchers are here in Washington, D.C., meeting with their elected officials and urging them to take action. You can make your voice heard, too. Click below to send a [Read More …]

Submit Your Proposals for DairyTech 2025!

Thought leaders, innovators, and supply chain experts are invited to submit session proposals for DairyTech 2025, happening October 29–30, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio! In today’s dynamic market, the dairy supply chain is under pressure to [Read More …]

FFAR, DMI & Zoetis Call for Research Proposals to Study Connection Between Dairy Cow Health, Economics & the Environment

The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR), Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) and Zoetis are launching the Dairy Health, Efficiency & Resource Dynamics (Dairy HERD) Initiative. The goal for this $1.3 million research collaboration is to advance research in animal health, ensure [Read More …]

Agricultural English Mentorship Program registration open

Are you ready to help your Spanish-speaking farm employees advance their careers and strengthen communication on your farm? The Agricultural English Mentorship (AEM) program, created by Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development (CAWD), is designed to address [Read More …]

Ohio Cow Named 2024 Star of the Breed

The 2024 Star of the Breed is described as the “kind of cow you’d like to have a whole herd of.” A trouble-free cow with high production, impressive components, eye-catching type, and an easy-going personality, [Read More …]

How Dairy Supports Mom and Baby This Mother’s Day

Are you looking for a superfood to add to your diet during your motherhood journey? Look no further than dairy! You may be surprised that this age-old food group can help you every step of [Read More …]

Agricultural Imports 101

70% of U.S. Ag Imports are Grocery-Ready Foods Trade is a hot topic with a lot of uncertainty. Trade policy decisions made in Washington, D.C., will impact farmers and ranchers in the countryside. This Market [Read More …]

Gov. Evers Appoints Two Members to DATCP Board

Gov. Tony Evers announced the reappointment of Cindy Brown and the appointment of Andy Hatch to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Board, effective May 2, 2025. Cindy Brown has dedicated [Read More …]

Young Dairy Leaders Institute Class 14 Opens for Applications

The Holstein Foundation’s premier leadership program, the Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI), is now accepting applications for Class 14. The engaging, hands-on program is open to young adults ages 22 to 45 with a keen [Read More …]

NMPF Capitalizes on U.S. Tariff Leverage to Advance Dairy

NMPF and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) held strategic meetings throughout April to improve access to key foreign markets as the Trump Administration attempts to negotiate new terms with U.S. trading partners following its [Read More …]

Nominations Open for 2026 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year Contest

Farmers are invited to submit nominations for the 2026 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year contest, which comes with cash prizes and bragging rights. This is the eighth year of the contest, supported by [Read More …]

Business Planning Grants Open For Minnesota Dairy Farmers

Minnesota dairy farmers are encouraged to apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Dairy Business Planning Grant, a funding opportunity designed to support diary operations in planning for the future. Eligible projects include hiring [Read More …]

NMPF Advocates on Tax Package With Farm and Border Spending in Mix

House and Senate Republicans in April adopted a budget blueprint to instruct congressional committees to begin working on legislation to renew the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and include spending provisions, with dairy-related items [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Seeks Modern Agriculture Photos for a Chance to Win $100

Farm Credit East is currently seeking creative images of modern Northeast agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products to fill the pages of its 2026 Agricultural Views calendar. Upload picturesque images from the farm, woods or [Read More …]

FFAR Announces Grant Opportunity to Advance Crop & Animal Systems

Today, the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) launched the Crop-Animal Systems Research Request for Applications (RFA), which will support innovative and transformative research into the interconnections between crop and animal systems to generate knowledge that advances both [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Welcomes Beukema as Digital Marketing Specialist

World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce Haley Beukema as the organization’s Digital Marketing Specialist. Beukema will begin her duties on May 27, 2025. In this role, Beukema will manage Expo’s media relations, engage with Expo’s [Read More …]

IDFA Announces 41st Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party on June 11

Washington’s most popular summer celebration will return to the National Mall on June 11! The International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) 41st Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party will bring together thousands of guests, including members of Congress and [Read More …]

Whole Milk for Healthy Kids: Now is the Time

After years of patient effort, Congress seems headed for a long-overdue correction to misguided nutrition policy. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act is moving forward, and with it an opportunity to better nourish the [Read More …]

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Artificial intelligence, animal welfare, animal rights extremism discussed at 2025 Stakeholders Summit

Virtual recording pass available for purchase through May 16; Save the date for May 5-7, 2026 Artificial intelligence, animal health and welfare, supply chain partnerships, and animal rights extremism were among the key themes addressed [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Announces New State Directors for the Farm Service Agency and Rural Development

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for key Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Rural Development (RD) State Director roles. “When America’s farming communities prosper, the entire nation [Read More …]

2025 Wisconsin Dairy Board Elections Begin

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has released the list of certified nominees for the 2025 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors election. A total of ten candidates are [Read More …]

U.S. and Indonesia Sign Landmark Dairy Trade Agreement to Boost Nutrition, Trade and Industry Collaboration

The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and KADIN, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today in a milestone step to deepen cooperation between U.S. and Indonesian dairy [Read More …]

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Springtime Decisions

Spring is finally here in Ohio! With it being spring, that means it is time for grazing, but also the time for decisions to be made. We are at that point now where we are [Read More …]

ADC assures consumers while seeking clarity on FDA’s suspension of proficiency testing related to milk

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American Dairy Coalition, an organization of dairy farmers working for dairy farmers, wants to assure consumers that raw milk and finished dairy product testing will continue as always despite FDA’s recent notice of suspension on [Read More …]

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Landsiedel and Lundberg Accept New Leadership Roles for Premier Select Sires

Effective May 1, 2025, Amanda Landsiedel has assumed the role of Director of Distribution for Premier Select Sires, and Eric Lundberg has assumed the role of Northern Regional Sales Manager (RSM) for Premier Select Sires. [Read More …]

Know Your Numbers: Cost of Production and Break-Evens

It’s important to know your dairy’s numbers, but there is a lot that goes into the equation. Join us on Friday, May 9 at 12 p.m. EST for our May “Protecting Your Profits” webinar titled “Know Your [Read More …]

You Cheddar Believe It — ACS 2026 is Going Louisville!

We’re thrilled to announce that the American Cheese Society’s 2026 Annual Conference will take place in Louisville, Kentucky, from July 7–10, 2026! Known for its iconic Kentucky Derby, world-class bourbon, and vibrant food scene, Louisville is a city [Read More …]

Do We Really Have a Glut of Cream?

A recent article has stated that we have a “glut of cream” and need to expand butter exports. Data from reliable sources indicates the opposite. Domestic demand for butter shows no weakness, wholesale inventories of [Read More …]

USTR Calls Out Misuse of Geographical Indications As Major Trade Barrier