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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) today launched a global challenge to advance scientific research that will produce major breakthroughs for nutrition security while mitigating climate [Read More …]

NNYADP dairy research results to be presented at June 16-19, 2024 American Dairy Science conference

Miner Institute to Share Cow Comfort Before-and-After Cooling Fans Data with Dairy Industry Professionals The Northern New York Agricultural Development Program (NNYADP) has announced that the result of its latest dairy cow heat stress abatement [Read More …]

American Agri-Women Celebrates Successful 2024 Fly-In!

The 2024 American Agri-Women (AAW) Fly-In, a groundbreaking event that brought together women from across the agricultural and natural resource industries, took place this past week in the nation’s capital. The AAW Fly-In was opened [Read More …]

NMPF Statement on Senate Ag GOP Farm Bill Framework

“Dairy farmers and their cooperatives commend Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman, R-AR, for issuing a strong farm bill framework that marks another important step toward enacting a bipartisan farm bill into law this [Read More …]

DATCP Secretary Encourages Wisconsinites to Support Dairy this June

A commentary by Secretary Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) For some, June kicks off the summer months as the weather gets warmer and school is finishing up for [Read More …]

Integrated DNA Technologies Announces New Primers and Probe Set to Identify H5N1 Avian Influenza

PCR/qPCR solution will support surveillance and monitoring of the current H5N1 strain of bird flu in response to multi-state outbreak in U.S. dairy cows Amidst growing concerns from U.S. federal, state and local agencies over Highly [Read More …]

2024 Dairy MAX Scholarship Recipients Announced

Dairy farmers are committed to their communities and giving back to the next generation. With 17 applicants this year, Dairy MAX has awarded $7,500 in scholarships to three students across the region who have ties [Read More …]

ADM Animal Nutrition Expands Recall to Include Additional Lots of Various Feed Products

Specific lots may contain elevated levels of magnesium, sodium, calcium, chloride and/or phosphorus; may harm cattle, chickens, equine, goats, lambs, llamas, rabbits, sheep and swine ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of ADM (NYSE: ADM), is [Read More …]

More Than 20 Dairy Partners Display Dairy Trends, Sustainable Ingredients In Real California Milk’s street of Dairy at 2024 International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Show

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a variety of innovative, on-trend sustainably sourced dairy products at the 2024 International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show in Houston, Tex. June 9-11. As a key [Read More …]

IDFA Applauds SNAP Dairy Nutrition Incentives Program Included in Senate Republicans’ Farm Bill Framework and Other IDFA Priorities

Today, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Ranking Member on the Senate Agriculture Committee, released a Farm Bill framework reflecting the priorities of Senate Republicans. The Senate Republicans’ framework includes several IDFA priorities, namely the outline for a [Read More …]

Center to Host Special ‘Protecting Your Profits’ Webinar About Dairy Markets on June 21

The Free Webinar Will Take Place on Friday, June 21 at 12 p.m. EST On Friday, June 21 from 12-1 p.m., the Center for Dairy Excellence will host a “Protecting Your Profits” webinar with two [Read More …]

Cream of the Crop: Strategies for Workforce Retention on Dairy Farms

DATE & TIME Wednesday, June 12, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET DESCRIPTION Join NMPF’s National Young Cooperators Program for a webinar focused on workforce retention on dairy farms. The session will cover approaches to [Read More …]

IDFA Celebrating 40th Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party on June 12

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) will celebrate its 40th Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party this week, bringing together thousands of guests, including members of Congress and officials from the executive branch, in a [Read More …]

Fairness To Farmers Makes Dairy Work

Happy National Dairy Month! It’s hard to have National Dairy Month without dairy, and it’s hard to have dairy without dairy farmers – and that’s why it’s important to treat them well. But what hasn’t [Read More …]

Top MN Dairy Farms Recognized For Superior Cow Care

MDA honors 90 herds with lowest somatic cell count Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen today released the annual list of top Minnesota dairy herds with low somatic cell counts (SCC). Somatic cell count is a [Read More …]

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Wyoming Dairy Herd

The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) and the Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) have received confirmation from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) of the detection of highly pathogenic avian [Read More …]

NMPF Names 2024 National Dairy Leadership Scholarship Winners

The National Milk Producers Federation Board of Directors has selected five graduate students researching in areas that benefit dairy cooperatives and producers to receive scholarships as part of the 2024 NMPF National Dairy Leadership Scholarship [Read More …]

Give Interns Tools, Training Needed to Stand out from the Crowd

2024 PDP Accelerate workshop scheduled for July 24 in Madison, Wis. Summer internships are underway, providing college students with real-world experiences and an opportunity to build networks ahead of graduation. Agriculture industry employers can add [Read More …]

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Lactalis USA Announces Partnership with Feeding America®, Pledges to Help Provide 1.5 Million Meals

Partnership will support hunger-relief efforts through product and monetary donations, and employee volunteerism and giving Lactalis USA announces a partnership with Feeding America® to further their shared commitment to ending hunger, increasing access to nutritious dairy [Read More …]

Dairy innovation program nurtures the cream of the crop

For Sammi and John Collins, the spark of innovation was born of hardship. After the pandemic shuttered schools and restaurants, their milk co-op said it would pay for only 85% of the milk they had [Read More …]

Six Registered Holstein Herds Honored with 2023 Herds of Excellence Distinction

Holstein Association USA’s 2023 Herds of Excellence recipients have bred and developed herds with superior production and type. This prestigious award, presented on an annual basis, celebrates exemplary Registered Holstein® herds that have met rigorous qualifying [Read More …]

Prairie Habitats, Farm Safety for Kids and Multi-Site Dairies

Earn Dairy AdvanCE continuing education credits and join interactive conversations with leading experts This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will feature insightful conversations about making the most of your farming [Read More …]

NMPF Names 2024 National Dairy Leadership Scholarship Winners

The National Milk Producers Federation Board of Directors has selected five graduate students researching in areas that benefit dairy cooperatives and producers to receive scholarships as part of the 2024 NMPF National Dairy Leadership Scholarship [Read More …]

World Ag Expo® Presents Valley Children’s Healthcare with $101,457

Donation through Toyota Tundra Giveaway The International Agri-Center®, World Ag Expo®, and the Central Valley Toyota Dealers presented a check in the amount of $101,457.32 to Valley Children’s Healthcare during the All Guild Picnic held on May [Read More …]

2023 Nutrient Management Annual Report

Implementing a nutrient management (NM) plan is one of the most effective practices farmers can use to protect their soil, water resources, and farm profitability. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) [Read More …]

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