Articles by Sarah S News Team

In August 2024, Holstein Association USA will introduce an updated Fertility Index in conjunction with the official genetic evaluations. The change was recommended by Holstein Association USA’s Genetic Advancement Committee and recently approved by the [Read More …]

IDFA Announces Registration for Dairy Forum 2025 — LIMITLESS

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is excited to announce that registration for Dairy Forum 2025 opens today. More than 1,000 leaders from the world’s leading dairy companies will convene in San Antonio, Texas in [Read More …]

Seven scholarships help agriculture majors pursue careers

CentralStar Cooperative’s Board of Directors, committed to supporting dairy and beef producers throughout the upper Midwest, proudly announces the recipients of $1,000 scholarships awarded to seven students pursuing agricultural degrees at colleges and technical schools. [Read More …]

Less than 1% of School Milk Is Lactose-Free

Parents Want More Lactose-Free Options for Kids, Polling Shows Obstacles Imposed by the Federal Government Limit Lactose-Free Milk Options for Kids and Erode Nutrition Equity, says IDFA. An analysis of milk sales across all major [Read More …]

“The Nuts and Bolts of Climate-Smart Grants”

“The Nuts and Bolts of Climate-Smart Grants” webinar was held last Friday to help dairy producers better understand the Climate Smart Team Grant Program and how it can benefit their dairies. Watch the recording now to get a breakdown of [Read More …]

IDFA Welcomes 30 Emerging Leaders From IDFA Member Companies Into NextGen Leadership Program Cohort 6

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today announced 30 exceptional dairy industry professionals from IDFA member companies who have been selected for the sixth cohort of the NextGen Leadership Program, a premier, year-long development program for [Read More …]

Living the Dream: Dairy Farmers Open Up About Their Journey to Building Their Value-Added Business and Dairy Store

Brooks and Katie Long are both lifelong dairy farmers with big dreams for processing and selling their own dairy products. Owners of Deliteful Dairy at Long Delite Farm in Williamsport, Maryland, the Long family just [Read More …]

Huvepharma®, Inc. Collaborates with ADM to Expand Solutions for Ruminant Nutrition in the U.S.

Peachtree City, GA (July 26, 2024): Huvepharma®, strengthening its commitment to production animal health, has entered into a sales and marketing agreement with ADM, a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, to widen its [Read More …]

North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge (NAIDC) Elects New Leadership for 2024-2025

North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge® (NAIDC) recently elected new leadership, including two new board members and the 2024 – 2025 Executive Committee. As described in the NAIDC mission statement, the board focus is to “develop [Read More …]

Indiana Farm Bureau Educates Hoosiers about Agriculture at the 2024 Indiana State Fair

INFB’s Taste From Indiana Farms event and youth livestock sponsorships return Indiana Farm Bureau, the state’s largest general farming organization, will once again have a presence at the Indiana State Fair, supporting agriculture through sponsored [Read More …]

Join Conversations about Rural Communities, Resources, at ACE Twilight Meetings

Public, local elected officials, legislators invited to four family farms for tours, ice cream and conversations about shared resources Every community has its distinct qualities and characteristics, but there are a number of priorities that [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Presents 2023 Northeast Dairy Farm Summary & 2024 Market Outlook Report and Webinar

Farm Credit East has released its 2023 Northeast Dairy Farm Summary and 2024 Mid-Year Outlook, indicating a decline in milk prices for 2023 compared to the high prices of 2022. For an overview of this year’s [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA’s Research Grant Program Application Deadline Approaching

Holstein Association USA’s Research Grant Program has been providing funding to universities and non-profits in the United States performing research studies that potentially enhance the profitability of Holstein cows since 2017. Researchers are encouraged to [Read More …]

Greece bans moving goats and sheep as ‘goat plague’ spreads

Greece has banned moving sheep and goats from their farms to try to contain a viral infection known as “goat plague” after new cases were detected over the weekend, the agriculture ministry said on Monday. [Read More …]

12 Steps to Harvest Planning in a Nutshell

Twelve steps sounds like a lot. We’ll break them out in easier bits to chew on the next blogs. Evaluate what you did last year. Plan harvest goals with your nutritionist, forage consultant and decide [Read More …]

Ohio State University advancing animal agriculture with new Waterman Dairy

The Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory in Columbus will soon be home to The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) new state-of-the-art dairy facility, replacing the outdated 1972 structure [Read More …]

The Southeast Dairy Business Innovation Initiative Has TWO Grants Now Open!

Two dairy business grants are now open through the Southeast Dairy Business Innovation Initiative: The Specialty Processing Equipment Grant provides reimbursement funds to undertake projects that result in increased efficiency, capacity, or new processing capabilities in [Read More …]

Georgia Department of Agriculture Dairy Program Recognized for Excellence in Dairy Safety Compliance

Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s (GDA) Dairy Program has achieved official recognition for its exceptional compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Milk Safety Program. Following [Read More …]

Nominate a Young Individual for the Jan Harding Ruslavage Service Award by August 9

Reminder: You have until August 9 to nominate an individual between the ages of 18 and 30 for the Jan Harding Ruslavage Service Award! This individual should be someone who has demonstrated exceptional service to and [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants Through September 9, 2024

The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on September 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will award a total of up [Read More …]

Interview with New Mexico Crop Farmer Turned Dairyman, Jack Pirtle

In this podcast episode, Peggy Coffeen talks with Jack Pirtle, they dive in to chat about Jack’s journey to becoming a dairyman and how it happened almost overnight. From row crop farmer to dairyman, Jack [Read More …]

Five Things We’ll Miss Without a New Farm Bill

The farm bill is already a year late, the stakes are high and time is running out. The law from which USDA takes its marching orders is supposed to be revised and renewed every five [Read More …]

Study confirms mammal-to-mammal avian flu spread

A new study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission – between cows and from cows to cats and [Read More …]

Center to Host Next Industry Conference Call on August 7 With Updates About HPAI in Dairy Cattle

The Next Dairy Industry Call Will Be Held on Wednesday, August 7 at 1 p.m. EST The Center for Dairy Excellence will host the next Dairy Industry Conference Call on Wednesday, August 7 at 1 p.m. [Read More …]

What I Learned From a Dairy Cow

In late June, I was invited to be part of Dairy Day at the Capitol where members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly celebrated June Dairy Month. Senator Elder Vogel Jr., the chair of the Senate [Read More …]

Foremost Farm Highlights College Internship Program: Cultivating Tomorrow’s Dairy Leaders

Download This Press Release Foremost Farms USA, a leading dairy cooperative showcases its dynamic annual summer internship program. This highly competitive program provides college students with hands-on experience, career mentorship and exposure to various departments [Read More …]

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