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Forum registration is free and is open now through January 25 The impact of COVID-19 and opportunities for Wisconsin agribusinesses are topics for the upcoming Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum, which will be held virtually on [Read More …]

Farmer sentiment rises as income prospects improve

Farmer sentiment improved modestly in December as the Ag Economy Barometer rose to a reading of 174, up 7 points from November. December’s sentiment improvement still left the barometer 9 points lower than in October. Both [Read More …]

Dairy Wins in COVID-19 Law Bear NMPF Fingerprints

Dairy farmers secured significant gains in 2020’s final major piece of legislation – a long-awaited COVID-19 stimulus and government funding bill that bore NMPF’s fingerprints. The additional assistance to the dairy economy came on top [Read More …]

Is Your Silage Ready?

When is silage ready to be opened? Often, it comes down to when producers need feed — not necessarily when the silage is at its peak. Here are three tips for opening silage early: The [Read More …]

Farmers Union Condemns Violent Effort to Undermine Democracy

As Congress prepared to verify the results of the 2020 presidential election today, a group of far-right insurrectionists stormed the U.S. Capitol building, vandalizing and stealing federal property, assaulting Capitol police officers, and threatening lawmakers [Read More …]

2021 Promises Better Days Ahead, Thanks to the Successes of 2020

A new year brings new hope, and there are plenty of reasons for hope in dairy as 2021 begins. The arrival of COVID-19 vaccines promises an eventual return to more-normal patterns of life — and [Read More …]

Farm Credit East presents cybersecurity awareness webinar

Webinar will be held January 12, at 11 a.m. Cyber scams are at an all-time high. To ensure your information stays secure, join Farm Credit East for a webinar on Tuesday, January 12, at 11 [Read More …]

Jennifer Fawkes talks about the Upcoming Virtual World Ag Expo in February

2021 WORLD AG EXPO® ONLINE FEBRUARY 9-11, 2021 As with so many events, World Ag Expo in February 2021 is going virtual. The huge outdoor farm show, a centerpiece for ag in the winter season in [Read More …]

Webcast: The Future of Dining Out

The restaurant industry experienced some of its most difficult moments in 2020. Industry insiders will discuss current realities, predictions for 2021 and new research on consumer attitudes during CFI NOW: The Future of Dining Out [Read More …]

WEBINAR: Raising the perfect heifer calf: Updates in the colostrum feeding recommendations

These one-hour live educational sessions are available to attendees from around the world. Live webinars are free of charge, but you must register. Recordings are available to active members of the DCWC (CC capable in [Read More …]

Kemin Industries Sees Significant Market Share Growth in EMENA Region

One Year After Launching Methionine Solution for Ruminants Dairy producers continue to adopt the KESSENT® product range for ruminant nutrition Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life [Read More …]

Edge pushes for more school milk options

New federal dietary guidelines exclude fuller-fat products Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy co-ops in the country, urged Congress today to help broaden the milk options children have in school. The call [Read More …]

QuickBooks for Farmers online course begins Jan. 18th

For the third year in a row, the CCE South Central NY Dairy and Field Crops Team is pleased to host a QuickBooks for Farmers course. By combining the theory and practice of farm business [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Expo: Now more than ever, connecting with others in the industry is imperative

Here’s one thing we know: COVID-19 and the ongoing pandemic have altered our business and personal lives in a myriad of ways. So, when we have the opportunity to come together as an organization and [Read More …]

World Wide Sires Celebrates 50 Years

World Wide Sires (WWS) is celebrating its 50-year anniversary in 2021! What started as a passion for cows and international people for one California pioneer, soon grew into a global business that has become a [Read More …]

Premier Select Sires Scholarship Deadline Is January 31, 2021

The deadline to apply for the 2021 Premier Future Ag Leaders Scholarship Program offered by Premier Select Sires is January 31, 2021. Premier will award up to $20,000 to students within the cooperative territory through [Read More …]

Shipping Dairy Foods Direct to Consumers

Shipping of dairy foods direct to consumers is on the rise as online purchases are increasing. This article covers essential packaging and shipping issues that dairy processors will need to navigate for success. Consumers [Read More …]

Farm Energy Day: Dairy Farm Energy Efficiency Opportunities

Dairy is arguably the heart of Pennsylvania Agriculture, and is critical to the health of farming and our rural communities. Dairy farming is also very energy intensive, and there are many opportunities to save or [Read More …]

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Veterans receive tuition support for online grazing classes

Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship (DGA) is pleased to announce that U.S. military veterans will qualify for reimbursement of tuition for classes taken through its online school, Managed Grazing Innovation Center (MGIC). The purpose is to increase [Read More …]

Farm Credit West increases cash dividends amid pandemic

Board of Directors has voted to distribute a patronage dividend to customer-owners Farm Credit West, ACA recently announced the Board of Directors has voted to distribute a patronage dividend to customer-owners equal to 150 basis [Read More …]

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Live town hall, webinars highlight Penn State programs for virtual Pa. Farm Show

2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show will be held virtually Jan. 9-16 An online, town-hall-style event featuring the dean of Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences and the secretary of the state Department of Agriculture will highlight Penn State [Read More …]

Kreider Farms is first American Humane Certified™ Dairy East of Mississippi

Kreider Farms, Central Pennsylvania’s favorite producer of farm fresh milk, ice cream, premium eggs, and more, is proud to be the first dairy farm to be American Humane Certified™ on the East Coast. Animal welfare [Read More …]

U.S. Custom Harvesters to Host  In-Person Annual Convention

U.S. Custom Harvesters (USCHI) will host its 37th annual convention in Des Moines, Iowa, January 21-23, 2021. The convention will be an in-person event and will follow local health ordinances for the safety of attending members. “Things will look differently this [Read More …]

Complete Navel Care – It’s Not Just About Navel Dip!

Respiratory disease, joint ill, hernia surgery – these are all potential and expensive outcomes of umbilical, or navel, infections in dairy calves. The umbilical cord is the vital link providing nutrition to the fetus as [Read More …]

Raver joins Rock River Laboratory as Animal Nutrition and Field Support Specialist

Rock River Laboratory has hired Katie Raver as Animal Nutrition and Field Support Specialist. Based out of Texas, Raver will be using her ruminant nutrition skillset to provide technical support, help customers troubleshoot nutrition challenges, [Read More …]

Dr. Lawrence Jones talks about milk prices and milk markets

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Start Your New Year On The Right Foot At Dairy Forum 2021

Dear Dairy Community, I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday season and that you’re recharged and in good spirits about the coming year. I know I’m looking forward to Dairy Forum 2021 to get [Read More …]

74th Alice in Dairyland Finals Cancelled

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced today the cancellation of the 74th annual Alice in Dairyland finals, previously set to be held in Walworth County in May 2021. The 75th [Read More …]

Seven dairy herds recognized for reproductive efficiency

Seven herds with 12-month pregnancy rates of 34 percent or higher were recently recognized with the CentralStar Cooperative ReproStar Award. Deluur Future, Marlette, Mich.; Rademacher-Meier Dairy, Sun Prairie, Wis.; Reid Dairy Farm, Jeddo, Mich.; Latham [Read More …]

Stimulus Package Invigorates Dairy Markets During Holiday Trading Weeks