All Breeds Blog

Natalie Berry Crowned National Jersey Queen

November 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Natalie Berry, Sherwood, Ore., has been crowned the 63rd National Jersey Queen. Natalie was presented the Charlene Nardone Crown by 2019 National Jersey Queen Gracie Krahn on November 8, 2020, at the start of the [Read More …]

All Eyes on the CME Spot Cheddar Markets

November 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending November 13, 2020 All eyes were on the CME spot Cheddar markets this week as blocks, and especially barrels, moved decisively lower. Spot barrel prices plunged in [Read More …]

Costa endorsed for Agriculture Committee Chair on record of accomplishment and experience

November 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16), who announced he will seek the chairmanshipof the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture, received key endorsements from 70 agricultural organizations because of his extensive experience and effectiveness in delivering results for [Read More …]

Harris Beach & Farm Credit East present webinar on H-2A labor

November 16, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

90-minute webinar is the second in a Seasonal Business Labor and Immigration Webinar Series Join Harris Beach, PLLC and Farm Credit East on Tuesday, November 17 at 9 a.m. for a webinar titled, “H-2A: Getting [Read More …]

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Select Sires Reveals Dynamic Website with Advanced Sire Search

November 16, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Select Sires invites farmer-owners to visit the cooperative’s new website to access exciting news, sire announcements and the enhanced dairy sire search tool. The website has been refreshed with a modern design, improved functionality and [Read More …]

US bovine AI industry invests in next generation of geneticists and andrologists

November 16, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Three weeks left to apply for unique scholarship The National Association of Animal Breeders (NAAB) would like to remind students that applications are still welcome for the 3rd Annual NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship. Named after [Read More …]

DCRC Annual Meeting features digital technologies, genomics

November 16, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) members from 27 U.S. states, five Canadian provinces and 26 countries gathered virtually, Nov. 10-12, for the group’s 2020 annual meeting. Nearly 300 attendees, representing reproductive physiologists, animal health researchers, [Read More …]

EU to Impose Tariffs on $4 Billion in U.S. Goods

November 13, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The European Union recently announced tariffs of $3.99 billion on U.S. aircraft, as well as a range of agricultural and industrial goods. This is the latest move in a long line of moves related to [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast features Ryan Matheron of Hilmar Holsteins talks Consistent breeding and careful attention to the details.

November 13, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In episode 30 of DairyVoice, Ryan Matheron of Hilmar Holsteins talks with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News about breeding and managing the 2000-cow herd he owns and manages with his family. Consistent breeding and careful [Read More …]

DCRC recognizes dairy herds with outstanding reproduction

November 13, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) presented awards to 24 dairy operations that excel at reproductive efficiency, fertility and well-implemented management procedures during its annual meeting, held Nov. 10-12, via a virtual format. Platinum recognition [Read More …]

NMPF congratulates president-elect Biden and incoming congress

November 12, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The National Milk Producers Federation congratulated President-elect Joe Biden and members of the upcoming 117th Congress for their election victories, pledging to work for bipartisan solutions to the many challenges faced in agriculture and in the [Read More …]

Caring for Barn Cats?

November 12, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Veterinarian shares 8 tips for looking after our most resourceful felines Barn cats are kings and queens at horse farms and ranches, keeping away varmints like moles, mice and consequentially, even snakes. But even the [Read More …]

Dairy is defined by bipartisanship

November 11, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The more difficult, but needed, approach, is to find common ground A close reading of policy statements from dairy producers will reveal one word that keeps popping up: bipartisan. Unfashionable though that may seem in [Read More …]

Exciting Announcement About 2021 PA Dairy Summit

November 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Save the date — the 2021 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit is going virtual! During the four-day event on February 8-11, we’re emerging together to find solutions to help our industry advance, adapt, perform, and thrive. With an expert [Read More …]

Preparing for dairy calf care in winter

November 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Best management considerations for taking care of dairy calves in cold weather Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program shares best management considerations for taking care of dairy calves in [Read More …]

AFBF on President-Elect Joe Biden’s victory

November 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

“The American Farm Bureau Federation congratulates President-elect Biden on his election” The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “The American Farm Bureau Federation congratulates President-elect Biden on his [Read More …]

US bovine AI industry invests in next generation of geneticists and andrologists

November 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The National Association of Animal Breeders (NAAB) would like to remind students that applications are still welcome for the 3rd Annual NAAB Doak Graduate Fellowship. Named after Dr. Gordon Doak who dedicated 42 years to [Read More …]

Winter calf care

November 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

When you reach for another layer, it is time to start making your calf care plan for winter When you reach for another layer, it is time to start making your calf care plan for [Read More …]

Costa seeks House Committee on Agriculture chairmanship

November 9, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Rep. Jim Costa (CA-16) announced today he will seek the chairmanship of the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture. The committee protects our food supply system, ensures all Americans are fed, advocates for rural America and [Read More …]

CME Spot Cheddar Barrels Tumble

November 9, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

CME spot Cheddar barrels climbed to an all-time high last Friday and managed to cling to the precipice on Monday. Then their perch gave way and they plunged over the cliff. The T.C. Jacoby Weekly [Read More …]

Labor Roadshow IV

November 9, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

VIRTUAL EVENT Offered by the Ag Workforce Development Council New York Labor Road Show IV is an opportunity to learn about regulation changes and how to best position your business for compliance and success. Several [Read More …]

Impacts of Lameness – Part 2: Strategies for Identifying Lame Cows

November 6, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Lameness can have a detrimental effect on cow welfare, milk production, reproduction performance, and overall health of cows. In addition, the economic impact of lameness is significant. Introduction Lameness can have a detrimental effect on [Read More …]

Jay Mattison of National DHIA describes the new dairy data sharing agreement called International Dairy Data Exchange Network

November 6, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Jay Mattison, CEO of National DHIA, describes the new dairy data sharing agreement called the International Dairy Data Exchange Network (IDDEN). Mattison explains to Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News that organizations in 13 countries will [Read More …]

Jersey Learning Center Released by USJersey

November 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The American Jersey Cattle Association is excited to announce the release of the Jersey Learning Center. It is a comprehensive website designed to make managing your Registered Jersey herd more efficient through the use of [Read More …]

Efficient dairy data exchange the focus of a new international network

November 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The largest ever international dairy data partnership was launched in October 2020. It brings together milk recording organizations and national databases across 13 countries. The International Dairy Data Exchange (iDDEN) represents approximately 200,000 dairy herds, [Read More …]

All Breeds Blog

Natalie Berry Crowned National Jersey Queen

All Eyes on the CME Spot Cheddar Markets

Costa endorsed for Agriculture Committee Chair on record of accomplishment and experience

Harris Beach & Farm Credit East present webinar on H-2A labor

Select Sires Reveals Dynamic Website with Advanced Sire Search

US bovine AI industry invests in next generation of geneticists and andrologists

DCRC Annual Meeting features digital technologies, genomics

EU to Impose Tariffs on $4 Billion in U.S. Goods

DairyVoice Podcast features Ryan Matheron of Hilmar Holsteins talks Consistent breeding and careful attention to the details.

DCRC recognizes dairy herds with outstanding reproduction

NMPF congratulates president-elect Biden and incoming congress

Caring for Barn Cats?

Dairy is defined by bipartisanship

Exciting Announcement About 2021 PA Dairy Summit

Preparing for dairy calf care in winter

AFBF on President-Elect Joe Biden’s victory

US bovine AI industry invests in next generation of geneticists and andrologists

Winter calf care

Costa seeks House Committee on Agriculture chairmanship

CME Spot Cheddar Barrels Tumble

Labor Roadshow IV

Impacts of Lameness – Part 2: Strategies for Identifying Lame Cows

Jay Mattison of National DHIA describes the new dairy data sharing agreement called International Dairy Data Exchange Network

Jersey Learning Center Released by USJersey

Efficient dairy data exchange the focus of a new international network

CowManager Launches New Nutrition Module

Jim Mulhern Remarks at NMPF/NDB/UDIA Joint Annual Meeting

Dairy Heifer Economics Webinar

CDFA awards funding for dairy methane reduction projects

Zoetis Focuses on Helping U.S. Beef and Dairy Producers Strengthen Herd Health for Business Health

The Downside and Upside of Increasing Exports

Not all fiber behaves the same in dairy rations

What Is Your Reason?

Preparing Grain Storages for Harvest