All Breeds Blog

José Eduardo P. Santos, University of Florida, will summarize research The April 26 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar features Feeding Strategies to Support Health and Fertility During the Transition Period. Scheduled for 2 p.m. [Read More …]

Family night at National Holstein Convention

CentralStar kicks off new merger by sponsoring family night June 25 Starting May 1, 2019, NorthStar Cooperative, Lansing, Mich., and East Central/Select Sires, Waupun, Wis., will merge under the name, CentralStar Cooperative. One of the [Read More …]

Wisconsin Alice in Dairyland top candidates announced

Finals Program scheduled May 9-11 at various locations in Green County Five top candidates for the 72nd Alice in Dairyland were announced Friday, a key step in the process of selecting Wisconsin’s next agricultural ambassador. [Read More …]

All-National Showcase Program Launched by Holstein USA

Holstein Association USA announces an exciting new award recognizing U.S. Registered Holstein® cows and their owners for exceptional performance at National Holstein Shows. The All-National Showcase Program is designed to add value to Registered Holstein [Read More …]

Farming on the Cutting Edge

March 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Demonstration Farm Incorporates Sustainable Agriculture Technology Augustian Farms LLC, of Kewaunee County, is owned and operated by Aaron, Todd and Ginanne Augustian. Brothers, Aaron and Todd, wanted to continue the dairy farming legacy their grandparents [Read More …]

John Ellsworth with tips for dairy producers having cash flow problems

This week, John Ellsworth of Success Strategies gives some tips for producers and business owners who are “stuck.” That is when they are faced with a number of problems, and just can’t decide how or [Read More …]

DCHA 2019: The clock is ticking!

March 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Still not convinced you should join us? Learn about hot topics Breakout sessions will cover a wide range of hot topics. Learn from the best in the business. Get an outside perspective [Read More …]

CentralStar kicks off new merger by sponsoring family night at National Holstein Convention

Starting May 1, 2019, NorthStar Cooperative, Lansing, Mich., and East Central/Select Sires, Waupun, Wis., will merge under the name, CentralStar Cooperative. One of the first donations from CentralStar will be a “platinum”-level contribution, in partnership [Read More …]

Progressive Breeders’ Registry Honors Top Registered Holstein® Herds

Holstein Association USA is pleased to announce the recipients of 2018 Progressive Breeders’ RegistrySM. The Progressive Breeders’ Registry (PBR) is given to the top herds that excel at maintaining a balance of production and type [Read More …]

UW–Madison dairy science dept. visit day Apr. 5

Prospective student get a look at one of the world’s leading dairy science departments The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Department of Dairy Science invites prospective students and their parents to visit campus on Friday, April 5, [Read More …]

DCRC webinar focuses on feeding strategies to enhance fertility

The April 26 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar features Feeding Strategies to Support Health and Fertility During the Transition Period. Scheduled for 2 p.m. Central time, José Eduardo P. Santos, University of Florida, will [Read More …]

Penn State dairy team to host calf workshop

March 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Workshop to be held April 24 at Good View Farm in Bradford County from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register now for this classroom and hands-on learning experience to learn proper feeding and management of [Read More …]

Guardian and OPP ink deal to pen stories!

It’s a frightening prospect to think any person or entity with significant funds could buy editorial time or space to promote a specific ideology, but that’s what’s going on between the Guardian and the Open [Read More …]

Holstein USA 2019 Member Update Meeting Videos Now Online

March 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Holstein Association USA (HAUSA) invites all to view videos from the recent Member Update Meeting. The meeting was held in conjunction with the California Holstein Association State Convention. “We have furthered our market reach through [Read More …]

Reinhart Recognized for Service to Professional Dairy Producers Foundation

March 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Deb Reinhart, Executive Director of Professional Dairy Producers Foundation, was recognized for her years of service to the dairy industry and her influential role in establishing, volunteering for,and managing the foundationsince its creation in 2002. [Read More …]

Loan program reimburses qualified veterinarians

March 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Helps bring critical veterinary services to underserved communities New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today reminded qualified veterinarians who are willing to provide veterinary services for livestock in the underserved areas of Delaware, [Read More …]

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National Holstein Convention registration open

March 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A new addition to the lineup, the convention will include a National Genetics Conference Registration is now open for the 2019 National Holstein Convention, held June 24-27, 2019 at the Red Lion Paper Valley Hotel, [Read More …]

Nine Students Receive Total of $11,250 through Wayne Dudley Scholarship Program

March 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Nine deserving college students were awarded $750 to $3,000 each through the 2019 Wayne Dudley Scholarship Program. The program offers financial support to eligible college undergraduates enrolled in agricultural majors. Kavita Bushong, daughter of Neil [Read More …]

PDPW: Dive in, dissect and discover dairy

March 15, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Must-attend event for youth interested in dairy industry set for April 6-7 in Kiel, Wisconsin Know a high school student interested in a career or furthering their education in the dairy industry – farming, food [Read More …]

Hageman Elected as Board President of World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo leaders elected officers at the annual March meetings of the Board of Directors, Commercial Exhibitor Committee and Dairy Cattle Exhibitor Committee. Comprised of dairy producers, business professionals and Expo exhibitors, these groups [Read More …]

Jefo Nutrition and Live Oak Nutrition on feeding Vitamin B to the herd

Technical and product presentations led off the opening day of the Western Dairy Management Conference on Feb. 26 in Reno, Nevada. In this conversation, Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News talks with Chris Gwyn of Jefo [Read More …]

Penn State Extension promotes farm safety

Penn State Extension, Lehigh County Farm Bureau hosting tractor, machinery safety course Agriculture has the dubious distinction of being one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. With training, common sense and safety [Read More …]

Adult Holstein Convention held

Nearly 200 Holstein breeders from across the state were in attendance The Manitowoc County Holstein Breeders, in coordination with the Wisconsin Holstein Association (WHA), hosted the annual Adult Holstein Convention at Holiday Inn in Manitowoc. [Read More …]

Perdue announces list for ERS & NIFA relocation