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Online Calf and Heifer Management Course offered by Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY

February 9, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY is offering a seven-week Calf and Heifer Management Course online in from March 29 to May 17, 2019. Register online at prodairy.cals.cornell.edu by March 11 to receive a $25 early bird discount. [Read More …]

FFA members prepare for National FFA Week

February 8, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

FFA members are celebrating agriculture & leadership Saturday to Saturday, Feb. 16-23 Agriculture is part of our daily lives—from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. Next week, nearly 670,000 FFA members across [Read More …]

This Week in Dairy Featuring Larry Schirm President of National Dairy Shrine

February 7, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

National Dairy Shrine is focused on preserving the history of dairy, recognizing current leaders and supporting the future with student scholarships. In this interview with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News, the current president, Larry Schirm, [Read More …]

University of Illinois to Hold 2019 Midwest Dairy Challenge® at Highland Community College

February 7, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

University of Illinois will host college dairy students at the Midwest Dairy Challenge, February 13-15, 2019, in Freeport, Illinois. Dairy Challenge® is a prominent educational event for students planning a career in the dairy industry. [Read More …]

National DHIA awards $1,500 scholarships to 3 veterinary medicine students

February 6, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) Scholarship Committee selected three college of veterinary medicine students – Amanda Aker, University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, Elizabeth Endres, University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, [Read More …]

USDA awards trade promotion funding

February 5, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded $200 million to 57 organizations through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP) to help U.S. farmers and ranchers identify and [Read More …]

Farm Credit Dairy Center to Again be Hub of World Ag Expo

February 5, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

More than 100,000 expected to attend annual event in Tulare from February 12-14 When the World Ag Expo kicks off its three-day run on February 12 at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, the Farm Credit [Read More …]

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NMC Annual Meeting draws milk quality experts from 23 countries

February 5, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

World-renowned presenters discuss mastitis, milk’s value, communications Milk quality, mastitis and udder health researchers, dairy producers and dairy industry partners gathered for the 58thNational Mastitis Council (NMC) Annual Meeting, held Jan. 29-Feb. 1, in Savannah, [Read More …]

With Dairy’s Strong Will, There’s Always a Way

February 4, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A new year always brings hope, but dairy’s economic conditions remain difficult. In response, NMPF has continued seeking ways to get the best policy solution to help dairy farmers – the dairy provisions of the [Read More …]

This Week in Dairy featuring an interview with Joao Durr, CEO of the CDCB

January 31, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

On Monday February 25, the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB) is hosting a meeting entitled, “Genomic Revolution: The Next 10 Years.” The day-long session will be held on the day before the start of [Read More …]

ARPAS approves DCHA’s continuing education application

January 31, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The American Registry of Professional Animal Sciences (ARPAS) approved Dairy Calf & Heifer Association’s (DCHA) application for continuing education (CE) credits. ARPAS members may earn up to 16 credits for attending the DCHA Annual Conference, [Read More …]

Holstein America Broadcasts Feb. 7 on RFD-TV

January 29, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Even during challenging times, dairy farmers across the nation are committed to preserving this business and way of life. It is early mornings, late nights and caring for the cattle every day of the year. [Read More …]

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Prepare now to protect animals from extreme cold

January 29, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Ensure animals have adequate food, water and shelter during cold weather With below zero temperatures forecasted through next week, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is warning pet and livestock owners [Read More …]

Better heifers, better cows management Feb. 22 Wisconsin

January 28, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Market volatility has been and continues to be a common theme is the dairy sector Market volatility has been and continues to be a common theme is the dairy sector. UW-Extension Dairy Team’s annual Better [Read More …]

GROWMARK offers nationwide ag scholarship

January 28, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Open to students in the United States and Ontario, Canada High school seniors or students at any level of higher education may complete the application, which can be found at http://www.growmark.com/scholarship. Applications are due by midnight [Read More …]

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Vytelle Welcomes Knock as National Sales Manager

January 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Vytelle™ announced today Jared Knock has joined the team as national sales manager. In this role he will work alongside veterinarians, reproductive specialists and producers to grow Vytelle’s IVF business. “We are excited for Jared [Read More …]

2019 Young Dairy Leaders Institute Distinguished Alumni Leader Announced

January 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Rebecca Long Chaney, of Elwood, Neb., is the 2019 Young Dairy Leaders Institute Distinguished Alumni Leader recognized by the Holstein Foundation. The Holstein Foundation recognizes one Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI) graduate annually who has [Read More …]

WGBA sponsors essay calf contest

January 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

One fortunate Wisconsin youth will be the recipient of a registered Guernsey calf All entries must be postmarked by Feb. 22, 2019. (USDA via Flickr) One fortunate Wisconsin youth will be the recipient of a [Read More …]

This Week in Dairy with Dr. Mike Brouk on the Western Dairy Management Conference

January 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dr. Mike Brouk of Kansas State, a Co-chair of the Western Dairy Management Conference, talks with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness about this year’s event to be held February 26 – 28 at the Peppermill Resort [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA Recognizes Top BAA Herds

January 24, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Holstein Association USA has released the lists of the top Holstein Breed Age Average (BAA%) herds for 2018 classifications. Herds participating in the Classic or Standard options of the Holstein Classification program receive an overall [Read More …]

USDA announces FSA offices back open during shutdown

January 22, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that all FSA offices nationwide will soon reopen to provide additional administrative services to farmers and ranchers during the lapse in federal funding. Certain FSA offices have been [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA 2019 Judges Conference Registration Now Open

January 22, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Registration is now open for the Holstein Association USA 2019 Judges Conference, to be held on Thursday, March 28, in Columbus, Ohio, in conjunction with the Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show. The conference includes judging [Read More …]

First-time World Dairy Expo Judges Among 2019 Associate Judges

January 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

World Dairy Expo is pleased to announce the eight individuals selected to serve as associate judges of the Dairy Cattle Show at WDE. Nominated by the official judge and approved by a committee of Expo [Read More …]

Georgia Farm Bureau taking applications for hurricane damage assistance

January 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Producers who reside in those Georgia counties are eligible to apply for relief funds Georgia Farm Bureau is now accepting applications from farmers who sustained agricultural damage from Hurricane Michael in all counties declared primary [Read More …]

Winter season best practices for dairy calf health

January 21, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

How do climate and farm management practices impact dairy calf health in winter? Dairy farms face a variety of challenges, including how cold weather affects their animals. Progressive research by the farmer-led Northern New [Read More …]

USJersey announces new communication department

January 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Communications department will oversee media relations, Jersey Journal, social media Neal Smith, Executive Secretary and CEO of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., has announced a restructuring of departments within the USJersey [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA Launches Holstein Marketplace Sires

January 17, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Holstein Association USA announces a new service to assist Holstein breeders to market semen to other dairy cattle breeders. Holstein Marketplace Sires – a new component of the Holstein Marketplace gives Holstein breeders the ability [Read More …]

Forecast for Dairy in 2019 by Dr. Mark Stephenson

January 17, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness interviews noted dairy economist Dr. Mark Stephenson of the University of Wisconsin, who gives his forecast for dairy in 2019. Dr. Stephenson predicts the Class III price will be up by [Read More …]

Vytelle Licenses Use of Reverse-Sort Technology from Sexing Technologies®

January 17, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Vytelle announced today a partnership with global livestock reproductive services innovator Sexing Technologies® (ST) for the use of ST’s proprietary reverse semen sorting technology. This partnership will allow beef and dairy producers to access gender-specific [Read More …]

Wisconsin dairy review and outlook

January 16, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

How Wisconsin’s dairy industry fared in 2018 and what lies ahead Lorre Kolb: How Wisconsin’s dairy industry fared in 2018 and what lies ahead. We’re visiting today with Mark Stephenson, University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension in the [Read More …]

Online Calf and Heifer Management Course offered by Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY

FFA members prepare for National FFA Week

This Week in Dairy Featuring Larry Schirm President of National Dairy Shrine

University of Illinois to Hold 2019 Midwest Dairy Challenge® at Highland Community College

National DHIA awards $1,500 scholarships to 3 veterinary medicine students

USDA awards trade promotion funding

Farm Credit Dairy Center to Again be Hub of World Ag Expo

NMC Annual Meeting draws milk quality experts from 23 countries

With Dairy’s Strong Will, There’s Always a Way

This Week in Dairy featuring an interview with Joao Durr, CEO of the CDCB

ARPAS approves DCHA’s continuing education application

Holstein America Broadcasts Feb. 7 on RFD-TV

Prepare now to protect animals from extreme cold

Better heifers, better cows management Feb. 22 Wisconsin

GROWMARK offers nationwide ag scholarship

Vytelle Welcomes Knock as National Sales Manager

2019 Young Dairy Leaders Institute Distinguished Alumni Leader Announced

WGBA sponsors essay calf contest

This Week in Dairy with Dr. Mike Brouk on the Western Dairy Management Conference

Holstein Association USA Recognizes Top BAA Herds

USDA announces FSA offices back open during shutdown

Holstein Association USA 2019 Judges Conference Registration Now Open

First-time World Dairy Expo Judges Among 2019 Associate Judges

Georgia Farm Bureau taking applications for hurricane damage assistance

Winter season best practices for dairy calf health

USJersey announces new communication department

Holstein Association USA Launches Holstein Marketplace Sires

Forecast for Dairy in 2019 by Dr. Mark Stephenson

Vytelle Licenses Use of Reverse-Sort Technology from Sexing Technologies®

Wisconsin dairy review and outlook

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage