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The “Cheese: US Market Trends & Opportunities, 2nd Edition” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. “Cheese: US Market Trends & Opportunities, 2nd Edition” Post this Discover the latest insights and future opportunities in the cheese market with the [Read More …]

Clancey Krahn Crowned National Jersey Queen

December 28, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Clancey Krahn, Albany, Ore., has been crowned the 66th National Jersey Queen. Clancey was presented with the Charlene Nardone Crown by outgoing National Jersey Queen Jacqueline Mudd on November 5, 2023, at the start of the [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Matt Dodd with Diamond V on Productive Life and why the first 60 days are critical

In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro silage barrier silage Barriers speaks with Matt Dodd, DVM and Ruminant Field Technical Specialist with Diamond V. They discuss the concept of Productive [Read More …]

California Dairy Innovation Center Announces February 2024 Innovation Conference

Releases Schedule of Opportunities for Hands-On Dairy Products Education in 2024 The California Dairy Innovation Center (CDIC) announced today the latest short courses to be offered in 2024, as well as dates for the second Dairy [Read More …]

Sluggish global milk supply growth and improving dairy prices expected in 2024

Limited milk supply growth and lacklustre demand led to soft global dairy commodity pricing in 2023. However, the global dairy market appears to be transitioning to the next phase in its cycle, with prices expected [Read More …]

Nominate a Global Dairy Leader for World Dairy Expo’s 2024 Recognition Awards

Nominations for the 2024 World Dairy Expo® Recognition Awards are now being accepted through February 1, 2024. Expo is once again honoring dairy industry leaders in three different categories: Dairy Producer of the Year, Industry Person [Read More …]

Decoding cultured dairy’s success

Sales in the cultured dairy foods category – covering yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream and buttermilk – are approaching $2 billion within the Dairy MAX region* in 2023 and over $14 billion nationwide. Dairy MAX’s [Read More …]

Nestlé develops N3 milk with new nutritional benefits, launches first in China

Nestlé today announced that it has developed N3 milk. Made from cow’s milk, it has all the essential nutrients found in milk such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it contains prebiotic fibers, has a low [Read More …]

Milk Price Differentials Long Overdue for an Update

On Aug. 23, USDA began hearing testimony on proposals to amend the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. Now reconvening in week nine of testimony, 21 submitted proposals continue to be discussed and examined by USDA [Read More …]

Celebrating a Dynasty of Friends of Expo

On Wednesday, December 13, World Dairy Expo hosted its annual Friends of Expo celebration, honoring the hundreds of volunteers, paid workers, and partners who make World Dairy Expo possible. Highlighting the evening was the presentation [Read More …]

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CDFA Secretary Disqualifies STOP QIP Petition

On December 16, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross released a decision regarding a petition submitted by STOP QIP, which seeks a referendum to terminate the Quota Implementation Plan. In her written decision, the Secretary states, “…I am [Read More …]

Starting a Dairy Farm with $20,000 with Paul Windemuller, Dream Winds Dairy, Coopersville, Michigan

Some say it’s impossible to start a dairy farm from scratch these days, but 9 years ago, Michigan dairyman Paul Windemuller did it…with just $20,000 in cash. Get ready to tap into the business mindset [Read More …]

CDFA Awards $9.2M To Innovate Research Projects Seeking To Reduce Livestock Enteric Methane Emission

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation (OEFI) is pleased to announce the award of $9.2 million in grant funding to six research projects under the Livestock Enteric Methane [Read More …]

End The Dairy Signal Year on OSHA Updates, Strategic Planning, Legal Employment Issues

Earn Dairy AdvanCE continuing education credits while tuning in for interactive discussions The final week of 2023’s The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) will provide planning and compliance strategies for dairy producers as [Read More …]

On Reflection and Planning

I love listening to Christmas music during the holiday season because it always reminds me of home. I remember when I was little, starting as early as Thanksgiving weekend, my mom would have Christmas music [Read More …]

Farm bill extension stipulation delays 2024 DMC Program enrollment

The 2018 Farm Bill extension, announced in mid-November as part of a congressional spending agreement, was intended to mean “business as usual for 2024” when it comes to USDA farm programs, according to Farm Service [Read More …]

Organic Valley Flips the Script in 2023 by Welcoming Dozens of Family Farms into the Cooperative Amidst Farm Crisis

As farmers and rural communities face the effects of increased consolidation, an organic dairy cooperative seeks not just more milk but more farmers. In a year marked by significant challenges for small family farms and [Read More …]

CDFA Awards More Than $19 Million In Grants To Support Greenhouse Gas Reductions At Dairies

Dairy Digester Research and Development Program projects are expected to reduce over 2.45 million MTCO2e per year, equivalent to removing more than 545,000 cars from the road CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation (OEFI) [Read More …]

Learn How to Maintain your Dairy’s Market Access at Carbon Conference 2.0

PDPW presents January 30 conference with information to steer through complex markets Understanding the options, opportunities, risks and pitfalls of the growing carbon market sector is critical for dairy producers to improve their management practices [Read More …]

Preventing Dairy Cow Ketosis: Nutritional Management during Transition

January 25, 2024 Join Dr. Robert Van Saurn, Penn State Extension Veterinarian, to learn the latest about preventing ketosis in dairy cows—essential for pros, students, and farm staff. Join our upcoming webinar where you’ll delve [Read More …]

Socialization for Success: Two Recent Studies Expand Our Understanding of How Early Social Housing Helps Dairy Calves Thrive

Two articles in JDS Communications® explore potential housing advancements for dairy calves and their impact on behavior, personality, and future well-being Dairy industry professionals continuously work to ensure the highest possible welfare for dairy calves, [Read More …]

Discounts Available for Dairy Producers to Attend Dairy Summit, Producer Panel Discussions Planned

Dairy Producers Can Attend the PA Dairy Summit at Discount For dairy producers who are looking to unlock their potential through networking, insight and inspiration, the Pennsylvania Dairy Summit is a nationally recognized conference for [Read More …]

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What Has The Checkoff Done In 2023 and What To Look Forward To In 2024

Checkoff Year-In-Review From Dairy Management Inc.’s Chair Marilyn Hershey and CEO and President Barb O’Brien Listen as Marilyn Hershey, DMI’s chair, and Barb O’Brien, DMI’s CEO and President, discuss the 2023 National Dairy Checkoff Year-In-Review [Read More …]

Midwest Dairy CEO announces retirement after almost 40 years of checkoff career

Midwest Dairy, the checkoff organization representing over 4,000 dairy farmers in a ten-state region in the Midwest, would like to share that Molly Pelzer, the current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Midwest Dairy, has officially [Read More …]

Supporting Rural Primary Care Professionals with Parent and Patient Tools Focused on Childhood Nutrition

December 26, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dairy is a key component of a healthy diet and a healthy life and meeting healthcare providers, big or small, is important to checkoff. That’s why Midwest Dairy developed a comprehensive and engaging toolkit themed [Read More …]

A Charcuterie Christmas

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending December 22, 2023 There was a decided lack of Christmas cheer in the Class III markets this week. The January through April contracts scored life-of-contract lows. December [Read More …]

Case IH Recognized for Outstanding Agricultural Innovation with ASABE AE50 Awards Across Product Lines

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) recognized Case IH for outstanding agricultural innovation across product lines with AE50 awards for the Steiger 715 Quadtrac, Model Year 2024 Steiger 425-645 tractors, AFS Furrow Command [Read More …]

Peggy Coffeen Interviews Young Leader Michael Neves