Year: 2026

Corn remains the backbone of dairy rations across North America, supplying both highly digestible energy and a substantial share of total dietary protein. Its versatility, yield and cost‑effectiveness ensure that corn grain, corn silage and [Read More …]

Securing Texas Dairies: Protecting Herd Health and Operations from Cyber Threats

Introduction The Texas dairy industry is rapidly evolving. With the integration of “Dairy 4.0” technologies, such as automated milking systems (AMS), wearable sensors, and internet of things devices, production has been optimized like never [Read More …]

The Do’s and Don’ts of Drone Trespass

The increasing frequency of reports of drones loitering over livestock facilities has producers understandably concerned. Drones are used by criminals to scout rural property for equipment theft and by animal liberation activists to gather video for [Read More …]

NMPF Farmer Focus: Paloma Dairy in Gila Bend, AZ

Four brothers – along with their father’s guidance – have taken dairy farming to the next level, promoting sustainable, cost-efficient farming in a place where it’s necessary, using everything from effective water management to Artificial [Read More …]

Grazing Management to Avoid Soil Compaction

Grazing is a great and economical way to feed your animals. You should strive to maximize your grazing period and avoid feeding hay because one pound of hay dry matter costs about twice as much [Read More …]

NMPF Applauds House Farm Bill Passage, Urges Senate to Take Action

“NMPF commends lawmakers who today stood up for farmers by passing legislation that’s critically important for dairy producers. “The House-passed 2026 Farm Bill supports the farm safety net, preserves existing conservation programs that include opportunities [Read More …]

Organic Dairy Farmers File Class Action Against Federal Government

Following More Than $60 Million Taken by Federal Milk Marketing Orders The organic dairy industry has filed suits against the U.S. government seeking two remedies: an exemption for organic dairy from the U.S. Department of [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Dairy Producer Steve Harnish on using herd data to support management decisions

In this episode of DairyVoice, host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Steve Harnish, about how herd data fits into the daily workflow on his operation. Steve shares how using Dart, the [Read More …]

Your Dairy Checkoff in Action

ADA North East’s 2025 Annual Report – Your Dairy Checkoff in Action . Now available and details how dairy farmers’ checkoff investment is helping build sales and trust in dairy. The report highlights our efforts [Read More …]

DHIA

“Plant a Seed” Campaign Raises Funds to Support Dairy Education, Outreach Programs

The ninth annual “Plant a Seed” campaign supporting Dairy’s Foundation raised over $42,000 to support programs that develop dairy leaders, strengthen on-farm skills and build stronger connection between dairy producers and their communities. Three companies [Read More …]

IDFA Cheese Board Member Urges House Subcommittee to Define “Natural Cheese”

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today testified before the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health in support of the Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions (CURD) Act (H.R.1394), bipartisan legislation that would establish a [Read More …]

Heightened Penalty Risk for I-9 Errors – Virtual Office Hour Set for May 13 to Provide a Refresher on the I-9 Form

Our next Ag Workforce Central Virtual Office Hour, hosted by Richard Stup and Lucas Smith of Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development, will take place on May 13th. Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM ET [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Announces Board Election Results and Reorganization

Farm Credit East, a customer-owned cooperative lender and financial services provider, has announced the results of its recent director elections and board reorganization meeting. The 15-member board represents the diversity of Northeast agriculture and forest [Read More …]

Dreams To Follow In Our Parents’ Footsteps

Many of us grow up with dreams to follow in our parents’ footsteps, in one way or another. With the help of the DFA Cares Foundation, Samuel Lee is hoping to do just that. Samuel [Read More …]

Eversource and Agri-Mark partner to modernize West Springfield dairy plant with high-efficiency MVR system

Eversource and Agri-Mark, the farmer-owned dairy cooperative behind the Cabot Creamery®, McCadam®, and Agri-Mark Whey and Dairy Proteins® brands, have completed a major energy efficiency upgrade at Agri-Mark’s West Springfield plant. They partnered on the installation of a high-efficiency mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) unit, which is used in the [Read More …]

FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Topical Powder to Prevent and Treat New World Screwworm in Multiple Species

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Negasunt Powder (coumaphos, propoxur, and sulfanilamide topical powder) for the prevention and treatment of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis). The [Read More …]

Halter Launches World-First Virtual Fencing via Satellite, Unlocking Ranch Management Anywhere

Halter, the leading digital operating system for pasture-based ranches, today announced the launch of direct-to-satellite connectivity for its smart cattle collars, a world-first that removes the need for cell towers or on-ranch infrastructure. Using Starlink, [Read More …]

SDRP Payments Expand for 2023–2024 Losses, While New Disasters Emerge

USDA is increasing disaster assistance for farmers still recovering from the severe weather events of 2023 and 2024, raising Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) payments from 35% to 70% and triggering a second round of payments. The [Read More …]

Guidance on the Interstate Movement of Lactating Dairy Cattle

Cattle Moving Interstate From Unaffected States Do Not Have To Test for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has issued updated guidance related to the April 2024 Federal Order that required [Read More …]

Chocolate Returns to the Top as America’s Favorite Flavor

IDFA’s National Ice Cream Trends Survey Biannual survey shows butter pecan also surpassing vanilla among U.S. consumers. Chocolate has reclaimed its place as America’s favorite ice cream flavor, according to the International Dairy Foods Association’s [Read More …]

South Dakota State University, Iowa State University, and Dordt University Host the 24th Annual National Dairy Challenge Contest

The 2026 National Dairy Challenge Contest and Academy wrapped up on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, after three days of immersive, hands-on learning experiences for 281 dairy-focused college students from across North America. Held in Sioux [Read More …]

USDA and EXIM Announce Historic Partnership to Put American Farmers First and Boost Exports

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an expanded partnership with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) to increase domestic agricultural production and exports, while reducing the agricultural trade deficit. Alongside this partnership, USDA is [Read More …]

Looking for a Dairy Herd Manager? Employ an Apprentice on Your Farm

It’s National Apprenticeship Week! Are you looking to develop an existing employee or family member into a herd management role? The Center for Dairy Excellence’s Dairy Herd Manager Registered Apprenticeship (RA) program creates opportunities for [Read More …]

So, You Want to Start a Farm Stand?

Learn what questions to ask yourself before you start, and how to navigate topics like local zoning laws, insurance, and food safety regulations. Kate McDonald Polakiewicz, Farm Business Management Specialist, and Amy Barkley, Livestock Specialist [Read More …]

USDA Secretary pushes for farm bill passage during visit to Wisconsin dairy

After yearslong delays, farm bill scheduled for vote in Congress this week U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said a new farm bill will help Wisconsin farmers. The secretary visited a Wisconsin dairy farm [Read More …]

National FFA Organization Partners with World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo is proud to announce that the National FFA Organization has officially endorsed and will promote World Dairy Expo’s 2026 FFA Dairy Judging Contest to its national membership. This collaboration expands opportunities for [Read More …]

All Breeds Blog

Genomic bulls live up fully to expectations once daughters start milking

Thanks to continuously improving breeding value estimation, the reliability of genomic breeding values for bulls has increased significantly in recent years. As a result, the breeding values of daughter-proven bulls now bring few surprises. Genomic [Read More …]

Successful heifer pregnancy on first service brings lifetime returns

Proper development, accurate estrus detection and early breeding help maximize heifer productivity. Getting heifers developed, inseminated early and confirmed pregnant plays a significant role in the lifetime productivity of beef and dairy cows. “Replacement heifers [Read More …]

Dairy Market Report: Dairy product prices continue to gain strength

Dairy product prices have continued to gain strength even as milk production grew 2.9% on a liquid basis in February. While milk supplies weighed on markets in 2025, new processing capacity coming online in early [Read More …]

From Reactive to Proactive: Using Pen-Level Data to Protect Profitability