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The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today announced the 30 professionals selected for Cohort 8 of the NextGen Leadership Program, IDFA’s year-long leadership development experience for rising leaders across the dairy industry. The 2026-27 class includes [Read More …]

As U.S. Farmers Struggle with Fertilizer Access and Affordability, Denali Offers Natural Alternative to Reduce Input Costs

U.S. farmers continue to face fertilizer price volatility amid ongoing disruptions to commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. While global shipping conditions have improved slightly, fertilizer markets do not rebound overnight and are set [Read More …]

FAO presents new strategic model to tackle transboundary animal diseases

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today presented a blueprint for a new global approach to tackle transboundary animal diseases. Left unchecked, these diseases can rapidly undermine livelihoods and trade, hit low- and [Read More …]

Producers Just Keep Adding Cows

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending July 24, 2026 Scorching summer temperatures heated up the Class III markets in the first three weeks of July. But milder Midwest weather and a slew of [Read More …]

Learn about Burnout & Grassed Waterways

Producers can connect with leading experts in interactive webinars. This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will give dairy producers an opportunity to connect with experts on timely topics. On [Read More …]

DCHA webinar addresses management for maximizing growth and development

Mark your calendars to attend the Dairy Calf & Heifer Association’s (DCHA) Aug. 6 webinar – Heifer fundamentals: Management for maximizing growth, development and first lactation success – set to start at 12 p.m. Central [Read More …]

USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a coordinated, phased reopening of southern cattle ports, contingent on Mexico’s adherence to the Joint Action Plan. Beginning August 24, 2026, USDA will open the Douglas, AZ [Read More …]

Plant-Based Imitators; H5N1 & Screwworm Cases; Tariffs on Canada

Congress Presses FDA on Plant-Based Imitators A bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers this week sent a letter to FDA Acting Commissioner Kyle Dimantas, calling on the agency to enforce dairy standards of identity and stop non-dairy products [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Announces Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Committee and Welcomes Incoming Directors

The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors announces its fiscal year 2027 executive committee and welcomes newly elected directors to its 25-member board. Together, they serve through June 30, 2027, with a continued focus on [Read More …]

Dairy Market Report: Component Growth Rebounds in May

Component-adjusted milk production grew 3.1% in May on account of a larger milking herd and a rebound in component tests. More milk means more dairy products, and healthy domestic demand combined with exceptional export volumes [Read More …]

What’s That Green Stuff? How to Identify Harmful Algal Blooms

These cyanobacteria are common in Pennsylvania waters during the summer months. If you’ve spent time near Pennsylvania waters during the summer, you’ve probably noticed green scum, streaks, or discolored water along the shoreline. While not [Read More …]

NOVUS Brings Global Feed Ingredient References Together in One Digital Tool

The leader in intelligent nutrition today announced the launch of the NOVUS® Raw Material Compendium, a digital platform designed to support more informed, data-driven feed formulation strategies. The platform, which is accessible at novusint.com/rawmaterial/, provides [Read More …]

Congress Eyes $12 Billion in Farm Aid

House Republicans have advanced a budget blueprint that would include $12 billion in farm aid. The assistance is part of a larger package in the reconciliation bill that still needs to be debated. The House [Read More …]

California Cheese Shops Guide Launches to Support Independent Retailers

Inspires Exploration of California Specialty Cheeses New statewide resource developed by Real California Milk and the Cheese Trail connects consumers with independent cheese shops throughout the Golden State. Real California Milk and the Cheese Trail [Read More …]

Heat Stress Can Be Taxing: Nutritional Strategies for Dairy Herds

The summer heat comes around every year, whether we like it or not, and it requires preparation and action to help our animals cope. We all know about heat stress, but what is it exactly? [Read More …]

USDA Rural Development Certifies Farmers Innovation Fund to Expand Private Investment in Rural Businesses

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development announced the Farmers Innovation Fund has been certified as a Rural Business Investment Company, broadening private‑sector investment opportunities for innovative agricultural businesses serving rural America. “Under President Trump’s leadership, [Read More …]

Nominate Young Individual With Exceptional Service to PA Dairy for Award

The Jan Harding Ruslavage Memorial Service & Promotion Award Recognizes Someone Between the Ages of 18 and 30. If you know an individual between the ages of 18 and 30 who has demonstrated exceptional service [Read More …]

McKnight’s River Breeze Farm: Diversification Key To Growth for a 100+ Year-Old Dairy

In the heart of the North Country in Chase Mills, New York, McKnight’s River Breeze Farm stands as a testament to the benefits of diversified agriculture. The farm dates back to 1885 and is managed [Read More …]

Commissioner Sid Miller Convenes Binational New World Screwworm Summit to Demand Aggressive Action

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today joined federal, state, and industry leaders in New Mexico for a New World Screwworm (NWS) Summit, calling for immediate, coordinated action to stop the pest before it further threatens [Read More …]

American Farmers May See Deeper Losses in 2027

Northern AG Network reported that, “several years of high inflation and low commodity prices, coupled with volatile production costs, are continuing to squeeze farmers financially. These forces are projected to hit farmers with $32 billion in losses [Read More …]

Tillamook intern travels over 1,000 miles for ice cream

Traveling over 1,000 miles to run quality assurance on ice cream isn’t the ordinary intern experience—good thing our Tillamook interns are extraordinary. As a part of his internship, Linden Olmstead traveled to our Decatur site [Read More …]

AgriNovus Indiana announces startups selected for Velocity, launches 2026 accelerator

Twelve Startups Accepted Into Program Focused on Creating Tech-Enabled Solutions Across Bioinnovation, Farmer-Focused Innovation, Food is Health AgriNovus Indiana, an initiative focused on growing the agbioscience economy, announced today that 12 startups will participate in [Read More …]

Speakers Announced for 2026 Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference

Sessions Will Focus On Non-Traditional Dairy Partnerships, Evolving Dairy Economics and More. Registration is now open for the 17th annual Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference, titled “Rewriting the Future.” Designed to help attendees guide [Read More …]

Indiana Dairy Producers Are Making Connections

Like many IDP members, I grew up being active in 4-H and FFA and fell in love with the cows as part of my family’s dairy operation. That love led me to a career in [Read More …]

Official Hub for Cheese Safety Best Practices and Tools

We are excited to announce that the Safe Cheesemaking Hub has been completely updated and expanded with brand-new tools and resources. This refresh was a massive team effort. Our ACS volunteers partnered with the Innovation [Read More …]

Registration Open for Indiana Farm Bureau’s 2026 Drainage School

Registration is open for Indiana Farm Bureau’s annual Drainage School, which provides an understanding of the laws and regulations impacting drainage decisions in Indiana. The workshop will be presented both virtually and in person at [Read More …]

The Farm Labor Landscape is Changing