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Burger King’s Campaign Disappoints California Dairy Group

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Western United Dairies (WUD), the dairy service organization based in Modesto, Calif., says it is disappointed by the release of Burger King’s #CowsMenu campaign. WUD contends it is based on misleading information and a blatantly [Read More …]

Heat stress in gestating dairy cows impairs performance of future generations

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Research in the Journal of Dairy Science® studies lasting effects of heat stress on dairy cows It is estimated that in the United States, environmental heat stress in cows costs the dairy industry more than [Read More …]

NIAA elects officer team and new board members

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Selects firm for ongoing management The National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) recently elected offices and executive committee members who will guide the organization over the next two years. In addition, three new board members [Read More …]

Florida Dairy legend Red Larson passes away

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

As reported in the Lake Okeechobee News, the Okeechobee dairy industry has lost one of its original trailblazers. Louis “Red” Larson passed away on July 17 according to his son John Larson. “Last night our [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Alliance launches Animal Ag Allies

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Farmers, ranchers, practicing veterinarians, industry professionals encouraged to enroll The Animal Agriculture Alliance announced the launch of the Animal Ag Allies program to empower farmers, ranchers and practicing veterinarians to be outspoken advocates for agriculture [Read More …]

APHIS seeks comment on production of FMD vaccine on U.S. soil

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Vaccine manufacturer seeks approval to produce foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comment on a petition from a vaccine manufacturer seeking [Read More …]

CME Spot Cheddar Blocks Charged Out of the Gate This Week

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending July 17, 2020 CME spot Cheddar blocks came charging out of the gate this week. On Monday they sprinted 8.5ȼ straight uphill, to a record shattering $3 [Read More …]

Penn State Extension to offer online pesticide applicator short course

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Online course begins on August 3, runs through August 26 Pesticide applicators planning to take the Pennsylvania certification exam can benefit by attending the “Pesticide Applicator Short Course,” hosted by Penn State Extension. This online [Read More …]

Farm Credit East presents webinar on PPP loan forgiveness

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Prepare for Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness July 23rd from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join Farm Credit East for a webinar on Thursday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., that will present [Read More …]

Dairy Cattle Heat Stress Webinar: July 21st and 22nd

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

CCE specialists discuss key considerations for caring for cattle in the heat Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Southwest and Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Programs, with Cornell PRO-DAIRY, would like to invite dairy producers [Read More …]

Cultivating Plum Pride Holsteins’ Future

July 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Host of Conservation Practices Regenerates Dairy Making good conservation decisions to keep the family farm productive and regenerative for future generations is a top priority at Plum Pride Holsteins, LLC. Marv Biese, of Greenleaf, Wisconsin, [Read More …]

Dietary Guidelines Reaffirms Dairy’s Crucial Role But Wider Science Review Needed

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The National Milk Producers Federation said it was pleased that the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s final report reaffirms dairy’s crucial role in a nutritious diet but expressed concern that the committee failed to recognize newer, broader science [Read More …]

Neogen plans to acquire U.S. rights and related assets to Elanco’s StandGuard® insecticide

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Neogen Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG) announced today that, in line with yesterday’s Federal Trade Commission (FTC) press release, it plans to acquire the U.S. (including territories) rights to Elanco’s StandGuard® Pour-on for horn fly and lice [Read More …]

Blue Cow meet the Golden Arches™

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

McDonald’s Canada to highlight menu items made with 100% Canadian dairy in its summer soft serve campaign Use of Blue Cow logo brings together two of Canada’s most iconic brands Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) [Read More …]

Final Federal Dietary Committee Report Recommends 3 Servings of Dairy Per Day

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Affirms Dairy’s Place in Healthy Foods Category with Fruits, Veggies, Legumes, Whole Grains The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the following statement today in response to the federal Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) final [Read More …]

Dairy’s shrinking water footprint

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A key piece of the groundwater management puzzle The implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and and other anticipated water restrictions pose major challenges for California agriculture. Without effective solutions, economists have estimated [Read More …]

Kansas Department of Agriculture to Hold Virtual 2020 Ag Summit

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Kansas Department of Agriculture has converted its fifth annual Kansas Summit on Agricultural Growth into a virtual experience. Beginning July 20, farmers, ranchers, agribusiness owners, and other industry professionals across Kansas agriculture are invited [Read More …]

Sustainability award showcases our commitment to brighter future

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A few years ago, I saw a magazine cover that I’ll never forget. It featured a millennial-aged mother holding a child in a grocery store. The headline read “Meet Your New Boss.” Like her, I’m [Read More …]

Hope Is Not a Strategy

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

I recently was visiting with a prospective client who made the statement, “Well, we’re hoping to get above 80 pounds per cow this year.” John Ellsworth That’s a fabulous goal, but not a very defined [Read More …]

What is Covid-19 Doing to Milk Pricing?

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine measures implemented to reduce the pandemic impact have turned the entire world into something different from normal operations. Because everything is different now than it has ever been, it is [Read More …]

New Studies Show Canola Meal Helps to Reduce Enteric Methane and Nitrous Oxide Production in Dairy Cows

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In addition to supplying escape protein and essential amino acids, research just released by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Researcher, Dr. Chaouki Benchaar shows that canola meal can be instrumental in reducing enteric methane and nitrous [Read More …]

The Art of Feeding: Gunk

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Gunk by definition is an unpleasant sticky or messy substance. It is not only unpleasant to humans, but it also reduces dry matter intake, spreads molds and yeasts, and can cause disease in our cows. [Read More …]

Competition in the Dairy Barn

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Competition among dairy cattle for resources such as, feed, water, and resting space, may cause stress, production loses and health issues. I’m a huge College Sports fan, and while I always want a Penn State [Read More …]

What’s Hiding in Your Dairy Cattle Feed?

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Testing feed helps dairy farmers identify and address costly mycotoxin issues. Creating a total mixed ration (TMR) is like a work of art – you work hard to perfectly balance ingredients to provide your cows [Read More …]

Land O’Lakes and Microsoft form strategic alliance to pioneer new innovations in agriculture and support rural communities

July 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Together the companies aim to build tighter connections between consumers and farmers through innovative new technologies built on Microsoft’s cloud Land O’Lakes Inc. and Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday announced a multiyear strategic alliance to pioneer [Read More …]

Articles by DairyBusiness News Team DP

Burger King’s Campaign Disappoints California Dairy Group

Heat stress in gestating dairy cows impairs performance of future generations

NIAA elects officer team and new board members

Florida Dairy legend Red Larson passes away

Animal Agriculture Alliance launches Animal Ag Allies

APHIS seeks comment on production of FMD vaccine on U.S. soil

CME Spot Cheddar Blocks Charged Out of the Gate This Week

Penn State Extension to offer online pesticide applicator short course

Farm Credit East presents webinar on PPP loan forgiveness

Dairy Cattle Heat Stress Webinar: July 21st and 22nd

Cultivating Plum Pride Holsteins’ Future

Dietary Guidelines Reaffirms Dairy’s Crucial Role But Wider Science Review Needed

Neogen plans to acquire U.S. rights and related assets to Elanco’s StandGuard® insecticide

Blue Cow meet the Golden Arches™

Final Federal Dietary Committee Report Recommends 3 Servings of Dairy Per Day

Dairy’s shrinking water footprint

Kansas Department of Agriculture to Hold Virtual 2020 Ag Summit

Sustainability award showcases our commitment to brighter future

Hope Is Not a Strategy

What is Covid-19 Doing to Milk Pricing?

New Studies Show Canola Meal Helps to Reduce Enteric Methane and Nitrous Oxide Production in Dairy Cows

The Art of Feeding: Gunk

Competition in the Dairy Barn

What’s Hiding in Your Dairy Cattle Feed?

Land O’Lakes and Microsoft form strategic alliance to pioneer new innovations in agriculture and support rural communities

Do not forget your Dry Cows during Heat Stress

Treating and Preventing Clostridium in Cattle

Don’t Let Floor Resurfacing Slip Your Mind

Being Vigilant of Livestock Property Security and Surveillance

When promises are no longer enough

What’s Your Communication Level? by John Ellsworth

Born of the Bond Series Premiere Shines Spotlight on Veterinary Care Deserts

Dairy’s Big GLP-1 Moment: 5 Risks Processors Need to Know

Summer Is Over: Use This Fall to Evaluate Summer Heat Stress