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Hastings, Rama and Abbott talk about the upcoming sale and the effect Horace Backus has had on their lives. This is a truly one-of-a-kind collection of Holstein sale catalogs and historical memorabilia from the personal [Read More …]

Dairy’s Long-Term Outlook Bright, Doud, NMPF Staff Say

November 17, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The future of U.S. dairy farming is bright as global growth and American capacity for innovation and production combine to create a powerhouse, the National Milk Producers Federation’s (NMPF) incoming president and CEO and the [Read More …]

Pantaleon to Represent NIAA on PACCARB Board

The Presidential Advisory Council on Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria (PACCARB) announced Lucas Pantaleon, DVM, MS, DACVIM, MBA, will represent the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) on the PACCARB board during the 13th Annual NIAA Antibiotics [Read More …]

Livestock Mortality Management

Updated solid waste rules outline requirements for burial of livestock/poultry mortalities and removes temporary allowance for burial by CAFO farms New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSAGM) [Read More …]

Highlights of Colostrum Benefits & Dairy Market Update

Earn Dairy AdvanCE continuing education credits while tuning in for interactive discussions Next week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) will feature two interactive conversations with dairy industry experts. Tune in [Read More …]

U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments

The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C. Eric Womack has been named Deputy General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel Most [Read More …]

Applications due December 1 for Dairy’s Foundation Grants

Grants to support programs educating dairy producers, students and communities Grants of up to $10,000 for new programs to build the skills of students and dairy producers or increase public trust in the people and [Read More …]

Nominate Someone You Know for the PA Dairy Industry Awards

Nominations for the PA Dairy Industry Awards are due by this Friday, November 17! If you know a Pennsylvania dairy producer or industry professional who excels in leadership, service, or innovation, please consider nominating them for an award. [Read More …]

Let the Holidays Begin! Clover Sonoma® Organic Eggnog Hits Shelves

A California holiday tradition for more than 50 years, Clover Sonoma’s Organic Eggnog is now available throughout California, while supplies last. Clover Sonoma®, a pioneer in sustainable dairy farming that has been delivering the highest-quality [Read More …]

Truterra Appoints Jamie Leifker as New President

Farmer and seasoned agronomy leader takes helm to continue Truterra’s focus on ag sustainability and profitability for farmers Today Truterra, LLC, a leading agricultural sustainability business that offers consultation, tools and solutions for the ag [Read More …]

With California Dairy Community Support, Dairy Council of California to Continue Its Longstanding Tradition of Nutrition Education and Advocacy

Thanks to the support of California dairy farmers, processors and families, Dairy Council of California will be continuing its cause to promote the science-based health benefits of milk and dairy foods and foster sustainable food [Read More …]

December 1, 2023 Is Deadline For Stout Experience Award Applications

Reynoldsburg, Ohio—Persons who have a strong desire to pursue a career in managing and/or marketing Registered Jersey™ cattle are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Fred Stout Experience awards. APPLY HERE The awards are presented [Read More …]

NMPF’s Mooney Highlights Dairy’s Persistent Strength at Annual Meeting

National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) Chairman Randy Mooney commended U.S. dairy farmers for their persistence in supporting positive change for their industry at the organization’s annual meeting in Orlando, noting that challenges are nothing new [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA Welcomes Nominations for 2024 Award Recipients

Outstanding Holstein breeders and dairy industry leaders are recognized each year with Holstein Association USA’s annual awards. These include the prestigious Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder, Distinguished Leadership, and Elite Breeder recognitions. “A highlight of every [Read More …]

Register Today for PDPW Dairy Insights Summit

Reducing food waste, increasing sustainability and market access focuses of Nov. 28 event Dairy farmers, processors, elected officials and other leading-edge stakeholders will come together at the 2023 Dairy Insights Summit® presented by Professional Dairy [Read More …]

Two Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program Grants Accepting Applications Through November 22

Two Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance (WI-LFPA) Program grants are accepting applications now through 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. These two grants, the Direct-to-Farmer Grant and the Community Partners Grant, are funded through [Read More …]

Dan Funk acquires Outward Ag LLC

Dan Funk, son of legendary seedsman Don Funk, announces he’s acquired the interests of Outward Ag, LLC from family members. The acquisition is a step further in his goal to reestablish Midwest Seed Genetics, NC+ and Crow’s as premium [Read More …]

New CowManager® Dashboard adds improved functionality and ease of use

CowManager®, a revolutionary ear sensor system that provides information about fertility, health and nutrition is pleased to introduce a new, intuitive dashboard that adds improved functionality and ease of use. The new desktop dashboard provides at-a-glance [Read More …]

Zoetis Donates Hay to Wisconsin FFA Foundation

November 15, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

FFA students are gifted large hay donation from a marketing campaign Zoetis made a unique donation valued at more than $14,000 to benefit FFA members in Wisconsin this fall. Zoetis donated large square bales of [Read More …]

The Horace Backus Collection of Holstein Memorabilia Offered For Sale

A truly one-of-a-kind collection of Holstein sale catalogs and historical memorabilia from the personal collection of Holstein legend Horace Backus will be offered in an online auction on November 28 – 29 and 30 via [Read More …]

Finding Balance with a Big Vision: Faith, Family and Dairy Farming with Tommy Oesch

Tommy Oesch from Swiss Lane Farms in Michigan talked about the big vision he and his partners share for “7,000 Cows in 7 Years” on the #1 most downloaded episode of season 1 of the [Read More …]

Board of Regents approves Texas A&M AgriLife construction projects in Canyon, Vernon

Projects to relocate Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center from Amarillo to Canyon, repair tornado damage at Vernon construction of the $30 million project that will move facilities of the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and [Read More …]

Texas A&M Researchers Contribute To International Project Studying Coronavirus Transmission In Humans, Cattle

Researchers will study viral transmission using “commingling events” with cattle, bringing unfamiliar animals together for sustained contact. Researchers from the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences’ (VMBS) Veterinary Education, Research, and Outreach [Read More …]

Upcoming Badger Dairy Insight Webinars

A webinar series to provide the latest research-based dairy information to improve animal welfare, breeding and genetic selection, automation and modernization, and nutritional decisions for producers, dairy workers and managers, ag professionals, and educators. Join [Read More …]

As Jim Mulhern retires, colleagues laud his leadership