Year: 2025

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

It took more than two years, but the update of the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) formulas is going to be implemented on June 1, 2025. A referendum of producers in the 11 FMMOs took [Read More …]

National DHIA announces $1,000 scholarship recipients

The National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) Scholarship Committee selected 18 high school seniors and college students to receive a $1,000 scholarship. Committee members ranked applicants based on scholastic achievements, leadership in school and community [Read More …]

NMPF Congratulates President Trump, Agricultural Leadership as 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 …]

CentralStar hires 2025 summer interns

CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in the upper Midwest, is welcoming eight individuals to its summer 2025 internship program. This year’s ensemble of interns consists of talented students eager to contribute their skills [Read More …]

AgWest Insights on agricultural commodities

AgWest Farm Credit released its Monthly Market Update for January, covering the state of major agricultural commodities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The Update features unique insights into economic drivers impacting [Read More …]

New year is off to a fast start

The new year is off to a fast start, from natural disasters such as the massive wildfires in California, to the start of a new Texas legislative session, to a new administration taking charge in [Read More …]

Dairy Margin Coverage Program (DMC)

The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program, administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA), is a voluntary risk management tool for dairy producers. It offers financial assistance when the margin between the all-milk price and average [Read More …]

Beginning a new journey at Maola

As we ring in the new year, I am humbled and excited to step into the role of CEO at Maola Local Dairies. This cooperative has a rich history and a mission I deeply respect, and [Read More …]

NMPF thanks members, USDA for FMMO leadership

NMPF thanked USDA and the dozens of farmers and cooperative leaders who successfully steered Federal Milk Marketing Order modernization to a successful conclusion. “Dairy farmers and cooperatives have done what they do best – lead [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers Visit Armory Racetrack New York City

As part of American Dairy Association North East’s sports marketing efforts, Refuel with Chocolate Milk is front and center at the Armory Track in New York City. Five dairy farmers and two dairy ambassadors were [Read More …]

NMPF Thanks Members, USDA for FMMO Leadership

NMPF thanked USDA and the dozens of farmers and cooperative leaders who successfully steered Federal Milk Marketing Order modernization to a successful conclusion. “Dairy farmers and cooperatives have done what they do best – lead [Read More …]

FTC, States Sue Deere & Company to Protect Farmers from Unfair Corporate Tactics, High Repair Costs

Deere’s monopoly practices unfairly drive up farming equipment repair costs, restrict farmers ability to quickly seek repairs necessary for planting, harvesting The Federal Trade Commission today, along with the Illinois and Minnesota Attorneys General, sued [Read More …]

Kerkhoff named Vita Plus general manager of Madison plant and distribution centers

Ron Kerkhoff recently joined the Vita Plus team as the general manager of the Madison, Wisconsin, plant and wholesale distribution networks in Madison, Wisconsin, Central City, Iowa, and Fairmont, Minnesota. He will have the responsibility [Read More …]

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Animal Agriculture Alliance celebrates key staff member promotions