Magazine

January 2, 2026 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

For the past 14 years, I’ve had the responsibility – and privilege – of serving as the independent economist evaluating the national dairy checkoff. My team at Texas A&M has looked at mountains of data, [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Tim Abbott Interviews Clark Woodmansee, winner of The 83rd Klussendorf Award

In this episode of The Evolution of the Great Cow by DairyBusiness News and DairyVoice, Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires talks with Clark Woodmansee, recent winner of the Klussendorf Award. They discuss their combined passion [Read More …]

What’s the Best Way to Evaluate a Fresh Cow’s Profit Potential?

The two most important animal groups on a dairy farm that determine a herd’s longevity are young calves and transition cows. They are also the most vulnerable when it comes to decision-making, since each choice [Read More …]

What is Your Mission This Year?

As we begin a new year, I believe it is crucial that we identify what our primary objectives are for the coming 12 months. I understand that the challenges of inflation, higher interest rates and [Read More …]

Reducing Pasture Damage During Winter Feeding

Winter feeding can cause severe pasture degradation. Taking action to prevent as much damage as possible can help reduce erosion and encourage forage regrowth in the spring. There is no “one size fits all” answer [Read More …]

Feed efficiency starts with the right protein source

Efficient amino acid balancing helps cows make better use of energy and supports higher milk yields. Protein plays a critical role in milk production and cow health, growth and reproduction. For years, the industry has [Read More …]

Are Things Looking Up For Dairy?

With the Republican sweep of the recent US elections, global markets are focusing on the forthcoming risk of rising US protectionism and potential trade tensions. The November RoboResearch Food and Agribusiness report notes for dairy, [Read More …]

NMPF Farmer Focus: Dream Winds Dairy Coopersville, MI

Paul Windemuller’s path to the dairy industry is just as much about communication as it is about cows. The first-generation dairy farmer is bringing his industry insight to life through his podcast, “AgCulture,” which bridges the gap [Read More …]

Butter Consumption Hits Historic High as Yogurt, Cottage Cheese, and Ice Cream Notch Growth in 2024

Consumers continued their preference for wholesome dairy products in 2024, as new data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows U.S. per-capita dairy consumption at near historic highs. Butter consumption hit a new record last year, while [Read More …]

USDA-NASS Cash Rents Survey

December 31, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The USDA-NASS Cash Rents Survey provides county-level estimates of land rental rates for cropland and pastures. Every year, the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) conducts a statewide survey to estimate cash rent paid for agricultural [Read More …]

Key Developments That Shaped the Dairy Industry in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the dairy industry stands at a pivotal moment—marked by market volatility, strategic investments, and renewed commitments to sustainability and consumer trust. Here are the major themes and milestones that [Read More …]

Finding Us Faithful in Service to Dairy

When I’m milking, I like to listen to something to keep my mind engaged, usually an audiobook or podcast and, rarely, music. But there are moments when I enjoy the “silence,” though we all know [Read More …]

Dairy and Type 2 Diabetes

Dairy foods such as milk, cheese and yogurt are foundational foods in healthy dietary patterns. The dairy group contributes important shortfall nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D and potassium to the American diet. Low-fat and fat-free [Read More …]

The path to exceptional milk quality

What leads to sustained, superior milk quality on a dairy farm? Instead of reviewing the literature on mastitis prevention and treatment, I thought I would go to a true expert on the subject. I decided [Read More …]

What Should I Do Next?

Recently, I had a client ask me if they should go ahead and order the steel roofing they need for a barn reroofing project. The conversation turned to tariffs and what their impact might be [Read More …]

Dairy Leaders Share Progress, Priorities at Fall Alliance Meeting

More than 270 leaders from across the dairy value chain gathered Nov. 18 for the 2025 Dairy Sustainability Alliance® Fall Meeting, sending a clear message: progress happens faster when the community moves forward together. The [Read More …]

Hired labor on New York state dairy farms cost, efficiency and change from 2018 to 2024

Hired labor plays a significant role on dairy farms, with more than 9,000 jobs provided by New York dairy farms in 2019.1 As farm size grows, hired employees provide a larger percentage of the labor [Read More …]

New York and Vermont Corn SIlage Hybrid Evaluation Program 2025

Hybrid evaluation at multiple environments helps in decision making and expands the reach of this type of data to more farmers. Cornell, UVM, and seed companies collaborate to provide this evaluation. Hybrids were either entered [Read More …]

Preparing your cattle for severe winter weather

Cattle work to maintain a constant core body temperature of about 101ºF. During the winter months, the need for cattle to maintain their core body temperature becomes a challenge and can cause cold stress. Cold stress [Read More …]

“The Dairy State” – A Feature Documentary Celebrating California’s Dairy Families

We’re excited to share that longtime agricultural storyteller Matt Salvo—creator behind countless videos showcasing California’s farmers and ranchers—is directing a new feature-length documentary titled The Dairy State. This film takes viewers behind the scenes of [Read More …]

MPC’s Geoff Vanden Heuvel Highlights Urgent Water Challenges

2025 Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Anaheim Yesterday, at the 2025 Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Anaheim, Geoff Vanden Heuvel – Vice Chair of the Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley and Director of Regulatory and [Read More …]

Maintaining Dairy’s Focus on the School Menu

Every day in schools across the country, cafeteria teams face a tremendous challenge – serving nutritious, appealing meals that meet ever-evolving federal nutrition standards while operating under tight budgets, limited staff and intense time constraints. [Read More …]

Make Smart Mastitis Treatment Decisions Without Sacrificing Cow Health

Diagnostics, prevention and short-duration therapy help improve cow care and judicious antibiotic use. When mastitis occurs, antibiotics are often an important part of getting cows back in the milking string. But not every case needs treatment, and [Read More …]

INFLATION – Are Retail Prices of Dairy Products Increasing?

Retail inflation of the major dairy products was covered six months ago in a post to this site . A lot has happened since then. This post will cover the U.S. food index, and cheese, whole milk, [Read More …]

What’s Your Next Action Step?

Do you have a Goal? Brian Tracy, in his book The 32 Unbreakable Laws of Money and Success, outlines a 7 Step process that we all should follow to achieve the goals that we desire. [Read More …]

44th Fresno State Agribusiness Management Conference Set for November 19

“Managing Change and Leveraging Innovation” is the theme for the 44th annual Agribusiness Management Conference presented by the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology at Fresno State University. The session will be held on [Read More …]

Considerations for Establishing a Dairy Co-Packing Business

For established dairy food processors, offering co-packing services offers the opportunity to fully utilize resources and generate additional revenue. This article reviews considerations before venturing into co-packing. Are you already manufacturing dairy products with the [Read More …]

New Data Confirms Growing Consumer Trust — and Dairy MAX is Taking Advantage