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The Kansas Department of Agriculture has funds available for certified organic operators through the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program (NOCCSP). Farms, ranches, and businesses that produce, process, or package certified organic agricultural products may [Read More …]

Wisconsin Beginning Farmer Resource Guide

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service in Wisconsin has collaborated with representatives from the Farm Services Agency; Risk Management Agency; Rural Development; Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection; and UW-Madison [Read More …]

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Award-Winning Chef, Author, and Entrepreneur Kristen Kish Named Host Of Bravo’s TOP CHEF

Powerhouse Judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons Return for Season 21 as the Culinary Competition Heads to Wisconsin Renowned chef and season 10 winner Kristen Kish has been named the host of Bravo’s “Top Chef.” Kish [Read More …]

Natalie Kovarik and Brandi Buzzard to serve as mentors in 2023 College Aggies Online program

Sign up today; nearly $20,000 in scholarships and prizes awarded last year Cattle ranchers and social media influencers Natalie Kovarik and Brandi Buzzard are two of the mentors set to advise participants in the Animal [Read More …]

FDA milk labeling comments due July 31! Act Now!

FDA proposes allowing companies to use the term ‘milk’ on the labels of plant-based fake alternatives FDA proposed in February to allow companies to use the term ‘milk’ on the labels of plant-based fake alternatives. The opportunity [Read More …]

August 2023 Evaluations: What’s New?

A handful of changes are implemented for the U.S. genetic evaluations on August 8, 2023, as announced by CDCB and USDA AGIL. First publication of Constructed IDs in Bull and Cow Files “Constructed IDs” have been implemented [Read More …]

NMPF applauds Torres Small’s confirmation as Deputy Ag Secretary

“On behalf of America’s dairy farmers and their cooperatives, we congratulate Xochitl Torres Small on her Senate confirmation as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. Her rich family heritage in agriculture, as well as her career [Read More …]

The Ohio Dairy Producers Association Board of Directors support Issue 1 and encourage Ohio’s dairy farm families to VOTE YES on August 8th.

What is Issue 1? Issue 1 is a ballot initiative asking Ohio voters to approve an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Ohio on August 8th. It would strengthen the process for approving [Read More …]

Alternative Forage Options During Drought

Annual forages or summer and/or fall cover crops can be a helpful forage alternative in drought situations. There is no ‘hard and fast’ blanketed mix or species that can be recommended to all producers, as [Read More …]

IDFA on the Confirmation of Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture at USDA

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Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association, released the following statement today on the confirmation of Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Tim Abbott Talks With Paul Larmer of Semex About The Evolution Of The Great Cow

In this episode, Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires interviews Paul Larmer of Semex about his personal history and passion for the industry. They also discuss Semex and the new partnership with Showbox Sires. To listen [Read More …]

FARM Excellence Awards

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program Excellence Awards recognize farms and FARM evaluators who demonstrate excellence in their engagement with the FARM Program. Awards are given in four categories: Animal Care & [Read More …]

The Ultimate Defense for Your OperationUltimate Defense

Make the most of your fly control efforts by incorporating an integrated pest management program (IPM) with ClariFly® Larvicide Top-Dress Fly Control. When used as directed, ClariFly® Larvicide Top-Dress Fly Control prevents the emergence of adult house flies, stable flies, face flies, [Read More …]

Farm Aid Festival Returns To Indiana Sept. 23

Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews and Margo Price lead all-day music and food event focused on farmers as climate champions Farm Aid’s annual music and food festival is returning to Noblesville, Indiana, on Saturday, Sept. 23, at Ruoff Music Center. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Saturday, [Read More …]

Mother Nature not slowing Texas dairy producers

On the heels of National Dairy Month, we are now celebrating National Ice Cream Month. The creamy treat is perfect for these blazing hot temperatures scorching Texas. While hanging out in the air conditioning with [Read More …]

DATCP Accepting Applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants through August 18

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2023 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants through August 18, 2023. DATCP will award a total of up to $200,000 in [Read More …]

Save the Date for Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast on August 10

Ag Professionals Are Invited to the 2022 Industry Breakfast on Mental Health in the Animal Ag Industry Pennsylvania agriculture professionals, including dairy and beef producers, are invited to the 2022 Industry Breakfast on Mental Health [Read More …]

Ohio Farm Bureau unveils farm labor resources

Ohio Farm Bureau, in a partnership with Nationwide, has released a first-of-its-kind ‘Labor Intelligence Report’ and ‘Guide to Finding, Hiring and Retaining Farm Employees’ through their new Ag Intelligence Service. As competition for available skilled [Read More …]

Invest in the Future of Agriculture with PDPW Accelerate™ Workshop for College Interns

Register Interns for July 26 Program There’s still time for agricultural employers to register their summer interns for the 2023 Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) Accelerate™ workshop. The one-day program is designed to help college students build [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Awards $68,000 in Higher Education Scholarships

Farm Credit East, the Northeast’s largest agricultural lender, recently awarded $68,000 in higher education scholarships to 40 student recipients. Farm Credit East’s scholarship program supports students with diverse career aspirations in agriculture, commercial fishing, forest [Read More …]

USDA Reminds Agricultural Producers of July 14 Deadline to Apply for Pandemic and Natural Disaster Revenue Loss Programs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds producers of the July 14 deadline to apply for both the Emergency Relief Program (ERP)Phase Two and the Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP). These revenue-based programs help [Read More …]

Compete on the Colored Shavings – WDE Entries Open

Entries for the Dairy Cattle Show at the 56th World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin are now being accepted, exclusively online at worlddairyexpo.com. The first entry deadline is September 4 at 11:59 p.m. (CDT). Late entries [Read More …]

DCRC webinar, presented in Portuguese, addresses transition cow health

A look to transition beyond the fresh pen,” presented in Portuguese, is the featured topic for the next Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar. The free webinar starts at 2 p.m. Central time (Chicago time) [Read More …]

Need for lab-based action as clear as a milk label

It’s the difference between “Water, animal-free whey protein (from fermentation), sunflower oil, sugar, less than 1% of: vitamin A, vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), vitamin D2, riboflavin, citrus fiber, salt, dipotassium phosphate, acacia, gellan gum, mixed tocopherols [Read More …]

This American Dairy Farmer Series

Every gallon has a story. From farmers with deeds that date back before the birth of our country, to new farmers who decided to switch careers and follow their passion, your local dairy farmers are working [Read More …]

DARI LLC, Launches MOO’V™ – A Lactose-Free, High-Protein, Low Sugar, Naturally Flavored Milk Beverage for Kid’s Health

DARI LLC, a trailblazer in the dairy industry announces the launch of their new line, MOO’V™, an ultra-filtered, lactose-free, whole milk beverage that consumers will be able to find in three satisfying flavors. MOO’V™ is [Read More …]

Emotional Intelligence, Ice Cream Research, Zoonotic Diseases

Trio of episodes to bring insightful conversations from dairy experts and advocates The upcoming episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) will cover a range of topics impacting dairy farms today. Tuesday’s [Read More …]

Dairy PLUS Program Workshop July 13; Grant Applications Due August 28

The California Department of Food & Agriculture recenly released the first solicitation for the Dairy PLUS Program, the producer co-funding program to encourage implementation of advanced manure management practices. Applications are due August 28, 2023, [Read More …]

A First for Dairy Margin Coverage

The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program is the basic safety net USDA provides for America’s dairy farmers. It is structured to provide payments to enrolled farmers when the margin between milk income and feed costs become compressed. [Read More …]

NMPF Advances UK And Asian Tariff-reduction Projects