Articles by Sarah S News Team

The monthly margin under the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program rose by $1.85/cwt from August’s previous record level to $15.57/cwt, again the highest since margin protection became the basic dairy safety net program in January [Read More …]

Pasture to Plate: How Sustainable Farming Fuels Flavorful Cheeses

In the heart of Philadelphia’s trendy Fishtown neighborhood, where culinary innovation meets artisanal craftsmanship, dairy farmer Sue Miller eagerly approaches the popular restaurant Pizzeria Beddia, with its open kitchen, polished concrete floors and Miller’s Red Cat [Read More …]

Sharing Thoughts From 2024 Annual Meeting DMI

I recently returned from Phoenix, site of the 2024 joint annual meeting of the United Dairy Industry Association (UDIA), National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB) and National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF). I attend a [Read More …]

Natural Disaster Relief for Farmers: Incomplete Since 2022

Growing $20 Billion Disaster Loss Gap Threatens Farmers Weather-related production risks are unavoidable on the farm or ranch. From heavy rain and hail to snow, high winds and drought, farm families prepare their land, plant [Read More …]

September DMC Margin Sets Second Consecutive Monthly Record

The monthly margin under the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program rose by $1.85/cwt from August’s previous record level to $15.57/cwt, again the highest since margin protection became the basic dairy safety net program in January [Read More …]

Applied Dairy Management Series: Transition Cow Systemic Inflammation

Learn about systemic inflammation in dairy cows, including the latest findings, management strategies, and economic impacts in our bimonthly webinar series. Applied Dairy Management Series: Transition Cow Systemic Inflammation – The Good, the Bad, and [Read More …]

From Field to Feed: 2024 Crop and Mycotoxin Analysis

Mycotoxin Analysis,” a live event on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 10–11 a.m. ET / 4p.m. CET, streamed directly from Alltech headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky. Join us for this live event as we delve into the [Read More …]

Calf Transportation, Organization Vision, Market Updates Take Center Stage

PDP presents opportunities for dairy producers to engage with leading experts on trending topics This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will feature timely topics as producers prepare for the [Read More …]

Tips to manage sand bedding choices

Dairies have lots of bedding choices, but cows are clear about what they like best. When given the option, cows will pick a deep-bedded sand stall over a hard surface. For farms that follow their [Read More …]

Taking the Chill Off Calf Performance as Cold Weather Approaches

As we enter the fall and winter months, it is important to make the season as easy as possible for our calves. Drastic weather changes and cold temperatures provide stress on young pre-weaned calves that [Read More …]

O’Brien Outlines ‘Now, Next, Future’ Checkoff Strategies at Annual Meeting

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) President and CEO Barbara O’Brien outlined “now, next, and future” checkoff strategies to more than 800 dairy farmers and industry representatives at the 2024 joint annual meeting of the United Dairy [Read More …]

Are You Caught in the Great Meltdown?

Recently, I was reading a book by my Business Coach Dan Sullivan entitled The Great Meltdown. In it, Dan describes how our entire world is experiencing a “meltdown” in which bad news of high costs [Read More …]

What is Happening to U.S. Dairy Products Consumption?

In the prior post, analysis of U.S. dairy consumption was promised. Here it is. Actual per capita consumption data lags significantly, so this analysis will review domestic disappearance of products from wholesale inventories. This is [Read More …]

Manure Management Plan Overview and Connections to Resources

Resources are available for farms to develop their own Manure Management Plan to help protect waterways. In April 2024, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) released updated Manure Management Plan guidance. The purpose of [Read More …]

Heifer Reproduction: The Cornerstone of Herd Replacement & Profitability

Heifer reproduction is an essential factor for any dairy operation, as heifers determine the future productivity and genetic quality of the herd. Managing heifer reproduction efficiently is crucial to maintain the sustainability and profitability of [Read More …]

The Wholesale Prices of Four Commodities Control Producer Milk Prices. Where are These Prices Going?

The wholesale commodity prices of Cheddar cheese, butter, dry whey, and nonfat dry milk (NDM) control producer prices. There is constant news on every price move for these commodities, including future movements and the weekly [Read More …]

Fall Burndown of Weeds and Declining Forage Stands

Fall is a great time to control winter annuals and perennials weeds as well as declining sod stands. In the fall, foliar-applied herbicides can be effective if the plants are green and appear healthy and [Read More …]

The Stammen Family – Dairy farmers from New Weston, Ohio

Terry Stammen is a third generation dairy farmer from Darke County, Ohio. He works alongside his wife Marcia and family at Wabash-Way Holstein Farms, which is named for the Wabash River that borders their farm. [Read More …]

DCRC Webinar Explores Heat Stress, Gut Health and Their Impact on Animal Health

“Integrating our understanding of stress physiology” headlines the Dec. 6 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar. The free webinar starts at 1 p.m. Central time (USA/Canada). Erin Horst, Elanco Animal Health dairy technical specialist, will [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Releases Report Indicating Northeast Agriculture, Fishing and Forest Products Generate $225.2B in Economic Activity

The agriculture, commercial fishing, forest products and food manufacturing industries are key economic engines in the Northeast, according to an economic impact report recently released by Farm Credit East, the region’s largest agricultural lender. The [Read More …]

IDFA Applauds USDA Investment in Organic Dairy Promotion

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) this week announced the launch of the Organic Dairy Product Promotion (ODPP) program, allocating $15 million to expand access to organic dairy products in educational [Read More …]

Serving Up Dairy and Hope: Supporting Families at the Taste of Faith Food Pantry

Wendy Rodgers has been working at the Taste of Faith Food Pantry for the past 22 years, providing Buffalo-area families with a variety of foods, including dairy. Every other Wednesday, the food pantry clients show [Read More …]

Raw Milk—An Overview of State Raw Milk Regulations

On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from noon–1:00pm ET, the Penn State Center for Agricultural and Shale Law will conduct the latest installment in its Quarterly Dairy Legal Webinar series. Each quarter’s free one-hour webinar covers [Read More …]

Understand Sustainability Opportunities, Challenges and More at Carbon, Crops + Cows Program

PDP to present three repeating workshops on Nov. 12, 13 and 14 Do you have more questions than answers about what the carbon market means to your farm? Are you curious about the impact cover [Read More …]

Straus Family Creamery Joins Dairy Leaders in Signing Global Dairy Sustainability Declaration to Accelerate Climate Action in the Industry