Month: June 2026

Each year in June, the Center celebrates Dairy Month by offering posters, information cards, and other materials promoting dairy to dairy farm families to share within their local community. Our theme this year centers around [Read More …]

Magnochi Hired as Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation Director

Ann Marie Magnochi has been hired by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau as its Foundation Director. Magnochi will be responsible for strategizing, overseeing and managing the operations of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation. “Ann Marie brings [Read More …]

Minnesota Helps Farmers to Buy their First Farm

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is helping more people get into farming through a new round of our Down Payment Assistance Grant program. The grant program offers eligible farmers up to $20,000 to help buy their [Read More …]

Conservation Planning Helps Texas Landowners Protect Every Acre

Across Texas, no two acres are exactly alike, and effective conservation starts by recognizing that difference. Through the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Program, the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB), in partnership [Read More …]

Texas Association of Dairymen Resources: New World Screwworm

ALERT: The New World Screwworm (NWS) has been detected in Texas. Please access the resources listed below for information on the current situation and more. While NWS has not yet been detected on a Texas [Read More …]

President Trump Takes Action to Lower Fertilizer Costs and Support American Farmers

Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation temporarily suspending countervailing duties (CVDs) on certain phosphate fertilizer imports, providing immediate relief to American farmers while advancing the Administration’s broader strategy to strengthen America’s fertilizer supply [Read More …]

Supreme Court issued one of the most significant pesticide law decisions in years

Monsanto Co. v. Durnell The U.S. Supreme Court issued one of the most significant pesticide law decisions in years on June 25, 2026, holding in Monsanto Co. v. Durnell that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act [Read More …]

Give Your Dairy a Mid-Year Pulse Check and Review Financial Health During Free Webinar

The Free “Protecting Your Profits” Webinar Will Take Place on July 17 at 12 p.m. EST Now that we’re through the first two quarters of the year, it’s time to give your dairy a mid-year [Read More …]

Americold Opens Integrated Cold Chain Facility at Port Saint John

One of North America’s Fastest-Growing Trade Gateways Developed in collaboration with DP World and CPKC, the facility integrates maritime and rail access to streamline the global movement of temperature-controlled products. Americold Realty Trust, a global [Read More …]

‘Double the damage’: Warming climate reduces milk quality, quantity

Heat stress on dairy cows impacts more than just the quantity of milk produced – warming temperatures also reduce the fat and protein content of the milk, new research from Cornell University finds. The study identifies a [Read More …]

USJersey Leadership Elected at 2026 Annual Meeting

Officers and directors of the USJersey organizations were elected during the Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) and National All-Jersey Inc. (NAJ) held on June 18 and 20, 2026, in Springfield, [Read More …]

The Senate farm bill draft is crucial opportunity to support young farmers

On June 23, 2026, Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) released a farm bill discussion draft, the Agricultural Act of 2026. While the draft includes several significant cross-coalition wins championed by the National Young [Read More …]

Milk Continues to Gush Across the U.S.

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending June 26, 2026 Milk continues to gush across the U.S., though the pace of growth has slowed somewhat. USDA’s most recent Milk Production report, released earlier this [Read More …]

PDP Calf Facility Tours to Feature Three Wisconsin Dairy Farms

Tours will provide interactive, inside look at three approaches to raising healthy calves. Healthy calves are the foundation of a productive dairy herd, but there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to raising calves and replacement heifers. [Read More …]

PA Forage and Grassland Council to host annual Hay Show

The PA Forage and Grassland Council to host annual picnic and hay show during Ag Progress Days. Deliver samples and stay for a farm tour and dinner! Hay Show Hay producers from across the Commonwealth [Read More …]

New S&P Global Energy Study Shows Biofuels Expansion Benefits for Agriculture

A new S&P Global Energy study released today shows how expanded biofuel markets are a catalyst for agriculture, revitalizing farm communities, stabilizing farm incomes, and providing both food and energy security. Commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers [Read More …]

2026 Manure Science Review

Agricultural professionals, producers, and industry experts are invited to attend the 2026 Manure Science Review, a one-day educational event focused on the latest research, technologies, and best practices in manure management and water quality. Hosted [Read More …]

Six Track & Field Students Voted Refuel with Chocolate Milk Athletes of the Year

American Dairy Association North East has announced the winners of the second annual Refuel with Chocolate Milk Athletes of the Year. A total of 24 student-athletes across three disciplines were nominated based on performances at [Read More …]

Young Cooperators Give Back During Summer Tour

Dairy farm families from across the Upper Midwest recently came together to support local families in need during the Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) Young Cooperators (YC) Summer Tour hosted by the cooperative’s Portage manufacturing [Read More …]

Wisconsin Hosts Midwest Agricultural Leaders for Meeting

The Midwestern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (MASDA) Regional Meeting was held in Madison, Wisconsin on June 22 – 24, 2026. Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Randy Romanski is currently [Read More …]

FARM Biosecurity Celebrates Updated Secure Milk Supply Plan and Producer Resources

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today celebrates the release of an updated Secure Milk Supply (SMS) Plan, website, and resources, ensuring the health and wellbeing of dairy cattle while preserving the economic viability [Read More …]

Grants Awarded by PCC-DBII to Support New Product Innovation and Regional Stability in the Dairy Industry

Local Dairy Processors Secure Funding to Spark Product Innovations and Strengthen Economic Viability. Dairy processors throughout the Pacific Coast are among the 128 total grant winners to date receiving impactful investments aimed at strengthening the dairy [Read More …]

NMPF Statement on Senate Farm Bill Proposal

“NMPF thanks Chairman Boozman, Senate Agriculture Committee members, and their staffs for working to put together a farm bill that will bring greater certainty to producers. Dairy farmers look forward to working with senators to [Read More …]

PDP Carbon, Crops + Cows Workshops and Farm Tours Set for July 28 and 30

One-Day Session Provides Insights, Strategies to Unlock Sustainability Potential. Dairy farmers who understand their carbon intensity scores and sustainability metrics will be better positioned to respond to customer expectations and maximize market opportunities. An upcoming [Read More …]

Painterland Sisters Declares First-Ever National Skyr Yogurt Day

As part of this year’s June National Dairy Month celebration, Painterland Sisters is officially declaring the first-ever National Skyr Yogurt Day on June 26th, an intentional moment dedicated to recognizing skyr as a fast-growing, high-protein [Read More …]

Heat Stress Management in Dairy Cattle Helps Protect the Bottom Line

Trace minerals play a role in minimizing the impact. Heat stress remains one of the biggest seasonal threats facing dairy producers. Heat and humidity not only make cows uncomfortable, but also threaten multiple aspects of [Read More …]

DBIA Boosts Midwest Dairy Industry with $2.9M in Grants

The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), has announced a new infusion of $2.9 million in Dairy Business Builder grants [Read More …]

ADC applauds Rep. Wied’s new bill to crack down on lab-created products posing as Real Butter

American Dairy Coalition (ADC) is applauding the introduction of the bipartisan legislation Recognizing Engineered Alternatives as Lab-Created (REAL) Butter Act, introduced by Congressman Tony Wied (R-Wis.) and Congressman Josh Riley (D-N.Y.) to require fake-butter made [Read More …]

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Festive California Dairy-Inspired Recipes

Real California Milk Offers Red, White and Delicious Ways to Gather with Family and Friends This Fourth of July. As Americans prepare to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, Real California Milk is helping families make [Read More …]

2026 Farm Evaluator Conference