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Dessert Yogurt Smoothies and Fruit and Crema Desserts Further Extends LALA’s Product Line-Up Dessert-inspired yogurt smoothies and cremas are the newest addition to the LALA® brand of fresh dairy products featuring the authentic taste [Read More …]

Bodenhausen and Sexson accept new roles at Select Sires Inc.

The Select Sires beef department is eager to introduce two new team members, Ryan Bodenhausen and Clint Sexson. Bodenhausen, previously with Premier Select Sires, has been hired as associate vice president of beef [Read More …]

Silage Harvest Outlook, Cutting-Edge Research and Staying Healthy to be featured August 24-26 on The Dairy Signal™ from PDPW

Free online episodes offer insights to help producers make informed decisions Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW) announces the line-up of speakers for week 72 of The Dairy Signal™ educational programs. Episodes will include updates on [Read More …]

Elanco Acquires Cattle Classification and Sorting System (CCSS™) from Performance Cattle Company, LLC

Science-based system helps producers capture added value from objectively sorting cattle Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today announced the acquisition of a novel technology designed to help reduce production inefficiencies by classifying and [Read More …]

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NDQA nomination deadline closes August 31

We’re just a few days away from the National Mastitis Council’s National Dairy Quality Awards (NDQA) nomination deadline of August 31. Have you nominated a worthy dairy producer(s) for this award yet? The NDQA program [Read More …]

What Farms and Food Processors Should Know About OSHA’s Revised COVID-19 Guidance

On August 17, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) issued revised non-healthcare employer guidance on preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. In addition to general guidance for all non-healthcare employers, the guidance includes specific [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Tech Spotlight brings new products to light

Spotlight brings together dairy tech start-ups, gives them the opportunity to meet with dairy farmers For years, World Dairy Expo® has been the place to introduce new ideas and innovations to the global dairy industry. [Read More …]

Tips for a safe silage harvest: Part 1

Tips to keep in mind during the frantic nature of harvest time This year has been different. Drought stress has really stunted the development and yield of the corn in central Minnesota. Typically, my [Read More …]

Tell EPA farmers need clear, commonsense water rules

deadline for submitting comments is Sept. 3 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers are moving to once again revise the definition of Waters of U.S. (commonly known as WOTUS). It [Read More …]

Place Jerseytag Orders By September 15

Attention all JerseyTag customers … All of your fall JerseyTag orders need to be placed by September 15, 2021. Our tag provider, AllFlex, is implementing a system upgrade form September 18-October 4. During this [Read More …]

Midwestern dairy groups issue statement on USDA pandemic aid

The Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative issued a statement today regarding an announcement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that $350 million will be used to help dairy farmers who lost revenue [Read More …]

Wisconsin Holstein hosts All-Breeds Futurity

Winner took home $1,500 prize sponsored by Compeer Financial Judge Brian Kelroy of Deforest, Wis., judged and placed seven outstanding three-year-old cows on Saturday, August 14 in West Allis, Wis., at the Wisconsin Holstein [Read More …]

American Dairy Association North East butter sculpture unveiled

“Back to School, Sports, and Play … You’re Gonna Need Milk For That” “Back to School, Sports, and Play… You’re Gonna Need Milk For That” is the theme of the 53rd Annual Butter Sculpture at the [Read More …]

Opportunity for increased dairy competitiveness

Pennsylvania ranks 7th nationally in total milk production Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Senator Elder Vogel, Chair of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, joined dairy leaders at Harrisburg Dairies today to highlight [Read More …]

First steps made in $2B+ package of assistance for dairy farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the details of the Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program as part of meetings with farmers and a tour of farms with Senator Leahy. In June, Secretary Vilsack committed [Read More …]

Virtual series on heifer management planned for this fall

Healthy, Hardy Heifers: A virtual series being offered this fall CCE Regional Ag Teams are excited to offer this NEW heifer series! Join us VIRTUALLY for an 8-week series on heifer management topics from post-weaning [Read More …]

NMPF statement on USDA dairy announcement

“NMPF is grateful to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and his team for working hard to provide needed support to dairy farmers. This includes implementing the congressionally-enacted Dairy Donation Program, which will foster partnerships between dairy [Read More …]

Late Summer Forage Seeding for Hay and Pastures

Late summer forage seedings present the farmer with the highest chance of success when done properly. This guide will help ensure it is done properly. Late summer seeding of forages is generally the most [Read More …]

IDFA Opens Nominations for Annual Industry Awards

Nominations now open for IDFA Laureate, Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year, and Food Safety Leadership The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is seeking nominations for three top awards presented annually to leaders in [Read More …]

Manure pit fatalities spur awareness

Among farmers, one family’s tragedy can feel like every family’s tragedy. On Aug. 10, three brothers died from the toxic fumes of an underground manure pit on their family’s farm, sending shock waves [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Tech Spotlight Brings New Products to Light

For years, World Dairy Expo® has been the place to introduce new ideas and innovations to the global dairy industry. The World Dairy Expo Tech Spotlight takes this tradition to the next level by [Read More …]

Promote agriculture online and in your campus community this fall!

Dairy Management Inc. premier sponsor of College Aggies Online scholarship competition The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s annual College Aggies Online (CAO) scholarship competition kicks off September 13. The program is open to undergraduate, graduate students, [Read More …]

GROWMARK and Legacy Farmers Cooperative Announce Joint Grain Venture

August 23, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Venture will bring expertise and opportunities to grain customers in Ohio GROWMARK and Legacy Farmers Cooperative are excited to announce they are forming a joint venture to purchase and operate a grain facility west [Read More …]

There Is an Abundance of Milk, but Momentum Is Slowing.

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending August 20, 2021 There is an abundance of milk in both the United States and Europe, but momentum is slowing. The combination of summer temperatures and back-to-school [Read More …]

AgriSafe Launches New Website to Support Safety for Farmers and Ranchers

AgriSafe Network has been well positioned the past twenty years to provide health and safety information to agricultural communities and their families. Recently, AgriSafe, launched a new website which integrates its learning management [Read More …]

Pricing corn silage educational webinar Aug. 20

There is no fee to participate in the webinar; however, preregistration is required The I-29 Moo University 2021 Dairy Webinar Series continues Friday, Aug. 20 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. This month’s [Read More …]

Gov. Evers announces additional $50 million to support Wisconsin farmers, agriculture industry

New direct aid initiative comes after governor distributed $50 million through Farm Support Program last year Gov. Tony Evers Wednesday announced an additional $50 million in direct payments to support Wisconsin’s agricultural producers through [Read More …]

The Big E returns for 17 fun-filled days

Get ready for a full day or more to see all the attractions at The Big E! The Big E is back! With a stellar line-up of entertainment, exhibits, fair foods, rides, shopping and [Read More …]

Recent fatalities tragic reminder of manure storage dangers

Aug. 10 incident, took place in western Ohio The recent tragic deaths of three adult brothers — all in their 30s — who reportedly lost consciousness while performing maintenance in a manure pit, is [Read More …]

Farm Credit Donates Grain Bin Rescue Tubes to Local Fire Departments