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Natural Gas from Dairy Manure is on the agenda In collaboration with academic, industry, government and NGO partners, Energy Vision will host a half-day workshop in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., on the production and use in [Read More …]

FDA Approves Elanco’s Experior

First animal drug that reduces ammonia gas emissions from an animal or its waste Today, Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) announced that a first-of-its-kind, medicated feed article, Experior™ (Lubabegron), was granted approval by the [Read More …]

FDA approves first animal drug that reduces gas emissions from an animal or its waste

“We’re committed to supporting the development of novel animal drug products that are safe and effective, and we’re encouraged to see innovations that provide additional benefits to animals, people and the environment,” said Steven M. [Read More …]

Innovative research to be discussed at inaugural California Dairy Sustainability Summit

California dairy farmers have a long history of working with researchers to advance their farming practices. Farmers support cutting-edge research to provide a solid scientific basis for management practices that are environmentally and economically sustainable. [Read More …]

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NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship

The NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship is a unique opportunity for individuals planning to pursue a career in the bovine genetic improvement industry to earn a Master of Science degree in bovine genetics or bovine male [Read More …]

Making a Difference By Helping Farmers and Consumers

(Adapted from prepared remarks before the membership of the National Milk Producers Federation in Phoenix, Oct. 30, 2018) by Jim Mulhern CEO – National Milk Producers Federation I’ve told you before how proud I [Read More …]

We Are Not In Kansas Anymore — The Need to Become Aware of and Protect Against Emerging Cyber Threats in Precision Agriculture

Advancements in technology have not only benefited Silicon Valley but have extended into agricultural valleys and fields. Since the mid-2000s, precision agriculture techniques have grown in use and accuracy to decrease agricultural production costs and [Read More …]

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Webinar: Trade Update – The Trump Administration’s Policies, Processes, and Politics

With frequent changes and advancements in the Trump Administration’s foreign policy and trade agenda, Denise Bode, Anne Canfield, and Sarah Helton of Michael Best Strategies will provide you with the latest insight and intelligence on [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Export Volume Up 10 Percent in Third Quarter

By Alan Levitt Gains in milk powder to Southeast Asia and Mexico offset losses in whey to China and cheese to Mexico. U.S. dairy exports tracked higher than year-ago levels in the third quarter, despite continued [Read More …]

U.S. Soybean Growers: Consider Container Shipping

Ilinois Soybean Association rallies growers to find new markets for record harvest BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — The anticipated bumper harvest of U.S. soybeans this fall amid a trade dispute with China presents an opportunity for growers [Read More …]

MIN-AD, Inc. Updates Website with Faster Navigation, New Interactive Features

November 6, 2018 – MIN-AD, Inc., producer of MIN-AD®, a calcium magnesium carbonate supplement for dairy and beef cattle, has updated its website at MIN-AD.com to better meet the needs of feed mills, nutritionists and producers, according to Mike [Read More …]

Using Robots, Drones & AI to Feed the World

Plant breeders are using a new arsenal of tools to feed the world’s population ITHACA, N.Y. — Digital innovations in agriculture, including robots, drones and artificial intelligence (AI), are part of a new arsenal of [Read More …]

Alltech Opens Manufacturing Facility in India

Facility will be home to Asia’s largest organic trace mineral manufacturing operation [PUNE, India] – Alltech, a global leader in animal nutrition, officially opened its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Pune, India, on Oct. 27, 2018, with [Read More …]

Jobs Report Indicates Both a Strong Economy and Potential Future Inflation

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There was very little not to like in this month’s jobs report. The Bureau of Labor Statistics pegged job growth at a cool 250,000 new slots. With labor force participation up by 0.2 percent to [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Offers Program for Young Ag Leaders Looking to Develop Management Skills

A successful manager is required to master many aspects of business. To help the next generation develop the necessary business and financial skills, Farm Credit East is hosting multipleGenerationNext seminars across the Northeast this fall into [Read More …]

2019 PDPW Managers Academy: Successfully Navigating Today’s Dairy Industry

November 5, 2018 DairyBusiness News JH 0

PDPW Executive Training to be Held Jan. 15-17, 2019 in Charleston, South Carolina Managing a dairy farm in today’s stormy seas of market volatility, input pricing and labor challenges requires not only a steady hand, [Read More …]

Farmers Proactively Prepares for Crisis Before it Happens

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Dairy Professionals Come Together for PDPW Crisis Management Training Dec. 11 in Madison, Wis. Having a comprehensive crisis plan personalized to your dairy business is key to business sustainability, brand protection, and vital to successfully [Read More …]

Dairy Farmer Leader Receives Prestigious Lyng Award

Idaho’s Tom Dorsey Recognized for Contributions to Dairy Promotion The National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB) honored Tom Dorsey as the 2018 recipient of the Richard E. Lyng Award for his contributions and distinguished [Read More …]

Dairy Promotion Directors Elect Board Officers

Leaders of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB) and the United Dairy Industry Association (UDIA) announced election results to lead national dairy checkoff strategies and programs to protect and [Read More …]

Dairy Checkoff Leaders Share Highlights During Annual Meeting

Surging exports, partnership support and Undeniably Dairy campaign among areas of 2018 successes Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) leaders shared checkoff-led successes such as growing export sales, the results from partnerships with leading brands and the Undeniably [Read More …]

DeLaval Doubles Manufacturing Capacity for the New VMS™ milking system V300