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UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) announced today that Cayuga RNG has entered into an agreement to develop its fourth project to produce renewable natural gas (“RNG”) in upstate New York. Cayuga RNG is a joint venture [Read More …]

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Dutch farm minister resigns after protests over pollution

Henk Staghouwer’s role will temporarily be taken on by the former agricultural minister Carola Schouten The Dutch agriculture minister has unexpectedly resigned, telling reporters he wasn’t the right person for the job following a tumultuous [Read More …]

Farmer sentiment improves, but farmers still concerned about rising costs and inflation

Producers in the August survey were less worried about their farm’s financial situation than in July The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer farmer sentiment index rose 14 points in August to a reading of 117. The [Read More …]

Winners of the 2022 Dairy Products Competition announced

Annual State Fair tradition highlights world-class dairy products in New York State New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball has announced the winners of the 2022 Dairy Products Competition in celebration of [Read More …]

Joint letter delivered to Gov. Hochul from NYS’s business community

Organizations urge her support of Senate Bill S.9509, which would abolish the Farm Laborers Wage Board The Business Council of New York State, National Federation of Independent Business, and Upstate United sent a joint letter [Read More …]

Certification affirms dairy’s commitment to highest standards of animal welfare

Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization certified FARM Animal Care Program as an approved animal welfare evaluation The Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization (PAACO) has again certified the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Animal [Read More …]

Junior Holstein members to refine skills during Virtual Interview Contest

Contest provides an opportunity for youth to hone their resume writing and interview skills Junior Holstein members are invited to participate in Holstein Association USA’s Virtual Interview Contest. The contest provides an opportunity for youth [Read More …]

KUHN GF 1003 Series Mounted and Trailed Rotary Tedders

The new KUHN GF 1003 Series trailed and mounted rotary tedders provide efficient, uniform fluffing and smooth performance over irregular ground. New OptiTedd small-diameter rotors improve rotor strength, promotes superior ground following, and supports uniform [Read More …]

Eight students receive CentralStar $1,000 scholarships

The Board of Directors for CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in the upper Midwest, is awarding eight college and technical-school students with $1,000 scholarships to help pay for post-secondary education. In addition [Read More …]

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DMI 2021 Annual Report Available Online

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), the planning and management organization that oversees the national dairy checkoff program on behalf of America’s dairy farmers and importers, has posted its 2021 annual report at www.usdairy.com/for-farmers/resources. The report provides [Read More …]

Darigold Strengthens Global Leadership Team

Darigold, Inc., the Seattle-based farmer-owned dairy co-op, has taken strides to strengthen its global leadership team to support the rapid growth of its international business and rising global demand for U.S.-produced dairy products. Effective [Read More …]

Pan European Study Presented at World Buiatrics Congress Indicates Bovine Coronavirus

BCoV) is Highly Prevalent on European Dairy Farms Preliminary results of field study found 73% of farms tested positive for BCoV in the respiratory pathway BCoV associated with increased risk for Bovine Respiratory Disease [Read More …]

Climate Bill Holds Promise as Industry Moves Ahead

Whatever one’s opinion of the overall legislation, which passed Congress by the narrowest of margins, the Inflation Reduction Act that became law in August could be a milestone for dairy. It will provide important support [Read More …]

USDA Extends Flexibility that’s Helping Manufacturers, States get Formula to WIC Families

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Department will continue covering costs of alternate formulas The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending a key funding flexibility in the WIC program that has allowed state agencies and their infant formula manufacturers to work [Read More …]

Recovering Farm Income Jeopardized

Record Operating Expenses and Harvest Uncertainty USDA’s most recent Farm Sector Income Forecast, released Sept. 1, anticipates an increase in net farm income for 2022. U.S. net farm income, a broad measure of farm profitability, is currently [Read More …]

CA State Board of Food and Agriculture and CDFA to Host Farm Bill Listening Session

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September 7, 2022 The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will host a 2023 Farm Bill Listening Session in Richmond to hear public comments that will help inform California’s priorities and recommendations concerning federal [Read More …]

Evolution of School Milk

A new backpack, a fresh pack of pencils and a carton of milk. They’re all essentials for students heading back to school. In the latest episode of The Dairy Download, we speak with two guests [Read More …]

Manure Storage, Digital Dermatitis, Dairy Protein

Dairy farmers can connect with and ask questions of leading experts in Interactive webinars Tune in to this week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal™ from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) for research and best practices to [Read More …]

Webinar: Managing colostrum supply

What farm management and nutritional factors are associated with colostrum yield and quality? Offered by the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and the New York Farm Viability Institute Wednesday, September 14, 2022 | 4:00-5:00 [Read More …]

“Farm Spanish Basics” Fall Course

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Discount Offered for PA Dairy Producers Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 Time: 6-7 p.m. EST each week (Beginners Course) Location: Online Course – Live courses from Sept. 27 – Nov. 17, 2022 on Tuesdays and [Read More …]

The Bulls Remain in Charge in the Butter Pit

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending September 2, 2022 Grocers are anxious about stocking their shelves with enough product to last through the holiday baking season, and USDA’s recent reports have not [Read More …]

Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling

Oct 31st – Nov 1st 12:00 PM ET Webinar Series, 4-Hour Register This two-session training opportunity will provide you and your staff with the essential information you need to produce compliant and effective labels for your [Read More …]

Grand Union, ADA North East kick off ‘Fill a Glass with Hope’ campaign

Campaign helps provide fresh milk to families in need through a network of local food banks In an effort to raise awareness during Hunger Action Month in September and stock local food pantries with fresh [Read More …]

Certification Affirms Dairy’s Commitment to Highest Standards of Animal Welfare, Again

The Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization (PAACO) has again certified the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Animal Care Program as an approved animal welfare evaluation. PAACO provides training and certification credentials for animal [Read More …]

Bring your voice to the Small Farm Conference

Seeking: Farmer voices, ag & food system expertise, inspiring stories & thought-provoking workshops Every year, we gather our community and dig into the most pressing topics facing small farms, share inspiring stories from the field, [Read More …]

Volunteers for Agriculture legislative endorsements

VFA endorsed Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton) for Secretary of State Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action arm, the Volunteers for Agriculture® Committee, has announced its endorsements of candidates in State Assembly and Senate races as well as [Read More …]

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College Aggies Online scholarship program kicks off on September 12

Network and learn from industry professionals and farmer influencers The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s annual College Aggies Online (CAO) scholarship competition kicks off in less than two weeks on September 12. Participants will have the opportunity [Read More …]

Junior Holstein Members to Refine Professional Skills During Virtual Interview Contest

Junior Holstein members are invited to participate in Holstein Association USA’s Virtual Interview Contest. The contest provides an opportunity for youth to hone their resume writing and interview skills and receive feedback from agricultural industry [Read More …]

Avoiding Viruses in Small Grain Crops

Viruses can be hard to detect and challenging to manage. Read on for pointers on avoiding these diseases in small grains. We don’t often think of viruses first when diagnosing issues of small grains, but [Read More …]

Registration Now Open for the 2022 Joint Annual Meeting