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NMPF Farmer Focus: Dream Winds Dairy Coopersville, MI

January 2, 2026 Sarah S News Team 0

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

January 2, 2026 Sarah S News Team 0

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

January 2, 2026 Sarah S News Team 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

December 31, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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?

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 30, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

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

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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?

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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?

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

“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

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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 …]

NMPF Farmer Focus: Dream Winds Dairy Coopersville, MI

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

USDA-NASS Cash Rents Survey

Key Developments That Shaped the Dairy Industry in 2025

Finding Us Faithful in Service to Dairy

Dairy and Type 2 Diabetes

The path to exceptional milk quality

What Should I Do Next?

Dairy Leaders Share Progress, Priorities at Fall Alliance Meeting

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

New York and Vermont Corn SIlage Hybrid Evaluation Program 2025

Preparing your cattle for severe winter weather

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

MPC’s Geoff Vanden Heuvel Highlights Urgent Water Challenges

Maintaining Dairy’s Focus on the School Menu

Make Smart Mastitis Treatment Decisions Without Sacrificing Cow Health

INFLATION – Are Retail Prices of Dairy Products Increasing?

What’s Your Next Action Step?

44th Fresno State Agribusiness Management Conference Set for November 19

Considerations for Establishing a Dairy Co-Packing Business

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

Tailgate promotions score a touchdown for dairy

Feeding Calves Waste Milk High in SCC or Antibiotics

Protect Winter Milk Production with Proactive Lice and Mange Control

A Practical Guide to Planning Your Automated Milking Barn

The Importance of Chop Length to the Cow

What Freedom of Farm Really Means to Me

An Update on Butterfat Supply and Pricing

“All Hands-On Deck” for USDA and farmers are asked to report suspected cases!

Were They Planning to Fail?

What’s Your Communication Level? by John Ellsworth

Born of the Bond Series Premiere Shines Spotlight on Veterinary Care Deserts

Dairy’s Big GLP-1 Moment: 5 Risks Processors Need to Know

Summer Is Over: Use This Fall to Evaluate Summer Heat Stress