Year: 2026

In another sobering reminder of the economic challenges facing America’s farmers and ranchers, new data show that farmers’ share of the money consumers spend on food continues to shrink, even as expenses rise. The latest [Read More …]

ADC Survey Results: Farmers share key concerns with GHG data collection

ADC Survey Results Feb. 24 through March 14, 2026: “Are You in Control of Your Data?” Dairy farmers across the country are increasingly being asked to provide detailed operational data to cooperatives, proprietary processors, and [Read More …]

Why canola meal is a two-for-one fit for dairy diets

A closer look at how canola meal delivers both high-quality protein and usable energy. As dairy nutritionists navigate increasingly narrow profit margins and heightened expectations regarding animal performance, ingredient selection must go beyond crude protein [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Reports Strong 2025 Financial Results

Farm Credit East reported solid 2025 financial results at its annual meeting held on March 23. Continued loan growth coupled with strong earnings allowed Farm Credit East to distribute a combined $145 million in patronage [Read More …]

State Regulatory Decisions Continue to Cost Critical Water Supplies in a Changing Climate

On February 9, 2026, Congressmen Costa, Gray, Valadao and Fong jointly sent a letter to Governor Newsom (read here) asking him to suspend a regulation in the Delta called the Port Chicago water quality standard [Read More …]

Construction of the FFT FeedCenter™ and two full-scale FFT GrowSystems™ begins next quarter

Forever Feed Technologies today announced a contract for a project valued at $15 million with River Ranch Farms to build a major hydroponic livestock feed growing center with two full-scale FFT GrowSystems. Company’s ForeverFeed™ sprouted grain, [Read More …]

Dairy Producers to Learn Strategies to Incorporate Artificial Intelligence

Limited spaces available at PDP Smart Dairy Workshops set for April 15, 16 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is providing new opportunities for dairy producers, including the ability to connect data and information from multiple systems on [Read More …]

Why Domestic Capacity Matters for U.S. Agriculture

American agriculture is among the most productive sectors in the world. Advances in plant and animal genetics, mechanization and precision agriculture have driven remarkable yield gains. Corn yields have risen from 38 bushels per acre [Read More …]

WFBF Statement on Veto of Foreign Land Ownership Legislation

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation released the following statement from WFBF President Brad Olson today following the veto of Senate Bill 7 that would have created a strict ban on land ownership by a citizen of [Read More …]

Showbox Sires Releases Bull Enrich-P 744H018394

In this episode of the Evolution of the Great Cow, Tim Abbott and Mike Duckett of Showbox Sires talk with 70th winner of the Klussendorf Award, Joel Kietzman of Waunakee, Wisconsin. They discuss the new [Read More …]

Trade Pacts Offer Dairy Opportunities Trade Leader Morris Says

The United States is negotiating bilateral trade agreements at a frenetic pace across the globe. Dairy’s key to success has been a proactive approach that gets the fundamentals of industry needs right, said Shawna Morris, [Read More …]

All Eyes are on the Milk Powder Markets

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending March 20, 2026 All eyes have been on the milk powder markets, especially in the U.S. where nonfat dry milk (NDM) prices continue to climb to new [Read More …]

Introducing Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ Ultra-Filtered Milk

Organic Valley, America’s largest farmer-owned organic cooperative, is introducing Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ — a new line of ultra-filtered, pasture-raised organic milk with 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk*. Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ Ultra-Filtered Milk [Read More …]

Colostrum Research & Market Update

Producers can hear latest research on processing colostrum, industry trends This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will give dairy producers insights on key topics for their farm and bottom [Read More …]

University of Alberta Hosts Western Regional Dairy Challenge® Event

The 2026 Western Regional Dairy Challenge, hosted at the University of Alberta concluded March 7 in Camrose, Alberta, Canada. The event saw significant participation with 77 students from 15 schools, along with coaches and volunteers, [Read More …]

Why This Moment Is Different

Those of us on the dairy farm right now are feeling the pinch of milk prices that have fallen significantly in the past six months, with February’s Class III price announced at $14.94 per hundredweight, [Read More …]

New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Celebrates Agricultural Literacy Week

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today highlighted a record year for Agriculture Literacy Week, organized by the Agriculture in the Classroom Program, with more than 105,000 students in nearly 4,000 classrooms [Read More …]

What every dairy should know before starting a rotary parlor

A thoughtful, well-planned startup sets your team and cows up for long-term success. Installing a rotary parlor is a major investment for any dairy, and the startup phase is pivotal for a smooth transition and [Read More …]

WCMA Awards 2026 Student Scholarships to Future Industry Leaders

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) has announced the seven winners of a total of $29,000 in scholarship awards supporting future leaders in the dairy industry. These exceptional students will be recognized during the Novonesis Championship Cheese Auction at CheeseExpo on Wednesday, April 15 in Milwaukee, WI. “Supporting driven, talented students is one of the most [Read More …]

California Spotlights Innovative Dairy Options, Flavors at Pizza Expo in LV

Event marks kickoff of 8th annual call for cutting edge pizza recipes using California cheese Innovative products, on-trend applications and live chef demos are elements of the California Milk Advisory Board’s (CMAB) presence at the [Read More …]

Judging & Competition 2026 entries now due March 26

The Call for Entries Deadline Has Been Extended to Thursday, March 26! We have extended the ACS Judging & Competition 2026 Call for Entries deadline to Thursday, March 26! Not yet entered? Now you have [Read More …]

Iran war has US farmers worried about the cost and availability of fertilizer

Tennessee farmer Todd Littleton expects to pay $100,000 more for fertilizer this season, a 40% spike from his bill last year thanks to the war in Iran — and he is scrambling to cover that extra cost. [Read More …]

FARM Animal Care Releases Version 4 Highlights

The Animal Care Version 4.0 Data Highlights summarizes the characteristics of participating herds, presents performance measures on the Animal Care Program standards under Version 4.0, and highlights key strengths and areas for improvement. Version 4.0 [Read More …]

Applications Now Open for Second Annual Midwest Dairy Accelerator