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Low Carbon Technologies LLC, the sustainability division of Select Sires Inc., has hired Ian Johnson for the role of product specialist. Johnson will be responsible for developing and promoting innovative solutions that drive sustainability and [Read More …]

NMPF Statement on USDA’s Recommended FMMO Modernization Plan

“Based on our initial reading, NMPF is heartened that much of what we proposed after more than two years of policy development, and another year of testimony and explanation, is reflected in USDA’s recommended Federal [Read More …]

National Dairy FARM Program Releases New Versions

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program released today new versions of the Animal Care and Workforce Development Programs, refining, updating and improving agriculture-leading benchmarks for animal care and workforce best practices. “This [Read More …]

Farm Bureau Members Advocate in the Nation’s Capital

Wisconsin Farm Bureau members and staff were in Washington, D.C this week representing Wisconsin agriculture. The trip marked the completion of the WFBF Leadership Institute, a year-long leadership training program available to Farm Bureau members. [Read More …]

How are Cheese and Butter Different?

Current Class III milk prices have fallen as high butterfat prices and low protein prices have evolved (Click here for details). This post will review the trends in pricing of cheese and butter used to [Read More …]

Bird flu stays stable on milking equipment for at least one hour

Bird flu, or H5N1 virus, in unpasteurized milk is stable on metal and rubber components of commercial milking equipment for at least one hour, increasing its potential to infect people and other animals, report researchers [Read More …]

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NMC adds Canada to its National Dairy Quality Awards program Awards program honors dairies that market top-quality milk

As part of National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) strategic plan to serve a broader audience geographically, this year’s National Dairy Quality Awards (NDQA) program will include Canada and the United States. Previously, only U.S. dairy operations [Read More …]

Distinguished Junior Member Finalists Announced at National Junior Holstein Convention

Holstein Association USA is thrilled to announce six exceptional young adults who have been named Distinguished Junior Member (DJM) finalists. This prestigious accolade has celebrated the dedicated efforts of young individuals in the dairy industry [Read More …]

Important HPAI Updates and Steps to Take Moving Forward

Over the last few days, several new updates and resources have been released about Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and the steps PA dairy farmers can take moving forward. Here’s an overview of these updates: Send [Read More …]

Tommy Oesch on Succession Planning on the Farm

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen sits down with Tommy Oesch, a partner at Swisslane Farms in Michigan to chat about all things succession planning. Today, you will hear Tommy as he discusses the [Read More …]

National DHIA seeks scholarship applicants

July 2, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) announced that it will offer $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors and college undergraduate students. Applicants must be full-time, incoming or continuing students at a technical college or [Read More …]

Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires Announces The Releases KINGME P

Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires talks with Andy and Tyler Carter of Carters Corner in Illinois on the newly released Showbox Sires bull KINGME-P 744HO17422. They discuss KINGME’s dam Noble 695-ET and what type of [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Dairy Cattle Show Entries Now Open

Entries for the Dairy Cattle Show at the 57th World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin are now being accepted, exclusively online at worlddairyexpo.com. The first entry deadline is September 2 at 11:59 p.m. (CDT). Late entries, [Read More …]

Add Milk! Program Expands in 500 Meijer Stores Across the Midwest

The Healthy Fluid Milk Incentive Project titled “Add Milk!” provides a dollar-for-dollar match to SNAP participants who purchase nutrient-dense, non-fat and low-fat (1%) milk products, including lactose-free options A nutrition incentive program that helps low-income [Read More …]

AgWest Farm Credit awards $3 million to 52 organizations

Guided by their Local Advisory Committee (LAC), AgWest Farm Credit is proud to award $3,065,050 to 52 organizations in communities throughout the West. As a cooperative, AgWest’s purpose is to champion agriculture by serving as [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Agricultural Producers in Wisconsin Impacted by Tornadoes and Flooding

Agricultural operations in Wisconsin have been significantly impacted by recent tornadoes and flooding and the USDA is here to help. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help [Read More …]

Indiana May Milk Production 2023-2024

July 1, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dairy herds in Indiana produced 388 million pounds of milk during May, down 0.8 percent from a year ago, according to Nathanial Warenski, State Statistician, USDA NASS, Indiana Field Office. Production per cow in Indiana [Read More …]

Export and Domestic Milk Demand Soars While Cheese Stocks Shrink

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending June 28, 2024 Cheese stocks typically grow throughout the spring, as the flush pushes more cheap milk to cheese processors, and demand ebbs. But this year, spot [Read More …]

Two-Part Series on Federal Milk Marketing Order Reforms

Leading experts to provide updates, answer questions on July 10, July 24 episodes The United States Department of Agriculture is expected to release recommendations for reforms to the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) in coming [Read More …]

On-Farm Mortality Composting Training Scheduled for July 13th from 10am – 3pm in Bath, NY

Join CCE, Cornell’s Waste Management Institute, and the Weaver Family for a practical overview and approach to on-farm composting of livestock mortalities. Composting is one of the effective, practical ways to dispose of animal carcasses [Read More …]

GROWMARK Becomes New Owner of Grain Facility on Calumet River in Chicago

In a deal that closed Thursday, June 27, with COFCO International, GROWMARK became the sole owner of one of the most influential grain warehouses in the state of Illinois due to its connection with the Chicago [Read More …]

Usjersey to Offer More Than $30,000 In Scholarships/Educational Awards

Monday, July 1 is the deadline to apply for scholarship and educational awards administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA), Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Link to apply: https://www.usjersey.com/Portals/0/AJCA/2_Docs/Youth/24-NationalJerseyYouthScholarship.docx The funds will provide financial support for young Jersey owners [Read More …]

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Rethink how you use your herd health tools

Health-focused herd management tools provide powerful insights to improve cow care and your bottom line. Preventive measures are key to keeping your herd healthy and profitable. But when unforeseen factors like environment, weather or disease [Read More …]

IDFA Regulatory RoundUP

Overview IDFA’s Regulatory RoundUP virtual conference returns this summer with a jam-packed lineup of current and former federal regulatory officials and regulatory experts from IDFA and other organizations serving the food and beverage and nutrition [Read More …]

Why dairy: The first 1,000 days

Let’s work together to provide nutrition that supports global health and wellness, maximizing dairy’s impact on children’s early development for a healthy first 1,000 days and beyond. June is National Dairy Month, a time to [Read More …]

Biting Flies on Dairy Farms Can Spread Bovine Mastitis

July 1, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Highlights: Bovine mastitis is a potentially fatal condition with myriad known causes, including bacteria. Biting flies may help cause mastitis, but the mechanisms are not well elucidated. Researchers characterized microbial diversity in biting flies and [Read More …]

Adjusting Nutrient Management Plans Due To Excessive Wet Conditions

In nutrient management planning, we are always looking ahead to the future at the time plans are written. It is important to remember that they are plans and that plans can change. This spring, for [Read More …]

Dairy Companies Volunteer to Clean Up Warner Park in Madison, Donate Nutritious Cheese to Second Harvest of Southern Wisconsin