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Researchers find ‘grass-to-gas’ strategy could make method of reducing pollution and generating energy cost effective on large dairy farms. The U.S. dairy industry is a major contributor to agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, with manure storage [Read More …]

FFAR Research Explores New World Screwworm Vaccine

To address the ongoing threats from New World screwworm, the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) and Medgene are investing $499,996 in a Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) grant to develop and test [Read More …]

DCHA Webinar: Calf Behavior Monitoring 101

October 21 This webinar will provide an overview of how behavior-based monitoring technology supports calf health management from birth through the heifer development period. Participants will learn how behavior data can be used to manage [Read More …]

USDA Urges States to Review Wolf Management Policies and Strengthen Engagement with Ranchers

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins urged state partners to review their wolf management policies, strengthen engagement with livestock producers, and work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to address wolf predation. [Read More …]

New DairyVoice Podcast: Phoenix Feeds and Nutrition on their expansion, history and the state of the feed and nutrition industry.

In this episode of DairyVoice, host Kate Ziehm, Morning Ag Clips, interviews Kevin Kouri, Director of Nutrition and Sales at Phoenix Feeds and Nutrition. Kate and Kevin talk about current market volatility and feed costs. [Read More …]

Georgia Farmer of the Year Pete Gelber recognized for dairy innovation and leadership

Takeaways Pete Gelber was named the 2026 Georgia Farmer of the Year after being nominated through UGA Extension. Barrington Dairy combines innovative production practices with a focus on sustainability and herd health. Gelber supports Georgia [Read More …]

Scholarships to Support Research that Benefits Dairy

The NMPF National Dairy Leadership Scholarship Program supports graduate students enrolled in Master’s or Ph.D. programs who are actively pursuing dairy-related fields of research that directly benefit milk marketing cooperatives and the U.S. dairy industry at [Read More …]

Novonesis celebrates major expansion of West Allis production facility

Strengthening North American dairy innovation and manufacturing, the investment increases production capacity, supports booming consumer demand and reinforces Wisconsin’s leadership in dairy biosolutions. Novonesis, a global leader in biosolutions, announced the completion of a major [Read More …]

Cornell Dairy Feeder School

One-day on-farm program offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension and PRO-DAIRY Presented in English and Spanish This one-day program offered at regional sites beginning October 27 provides on-farm training for dairy farm employees and managers who [Read More …]

Chobani Announcement & What It Means for Dairy: Join Call on Oct. 21

With the recent announcement of Chobani establishing its first dairy manufacturing operation in Pennsylvania, there has been a lot of excitement and conversation across the industry. Join us for our next “All Things Dairy” conference call on Wednesday, [Read More …]

Executive Director Order Modifying New World Screwworm Infested Zones

Since New World Screwworm (NWS) was detected in and around Edwards, Schleicher, Sutton, and Val Verde Counties, extensive NWS control measures were implemented in those areas and, as a result, additional areas within those counties [Read More …]

John Deere Foundation Announces $18.5 Million Farm-to-Plate Strategy

Supports Farmers and Address Hunger Multi-year investments will support food banks, recover farm-grown food, and connect 100+ Iowa farmers with local food banks serving families facing hunger. The John Deere Foundation today announced an $18.5 [Read More …]

Ten things to do right now to prepare for predicted severe El Niño impacts

California Institute for Water Resources, UCCE experts gather and share vital resources The likelihood of an unusually wet winter in California – as well as the risk of potential coastal and inland flooding – continue [Read More …]

Winners of Indiana Farm Bureau Annual Photo Contest Announced

Indiana Farm Bureau has announced the winners of the 2026 INFB Photo Contest. The contest was open to all INFB members 18 years or older and photos were required to represent agriculture and rural life [Read More …]

TechMix Expands Bovine Sales Team with Two New Territory Managers

TechMix is pleased to announce the addition of two new territory managers to its bovine sales team. Kaitlin Focken joins TechMix as Midwest Bovine Territory Manager, while Jennifer Heltzel joins as Northeast Bovine Territory [Read More …]

USDA Makes Historic $3.3B Loan to Build Electric Generation Facility in Georgia

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced a historic $3.3 billion loan to Oglethorpe Power Corporation to help finance its Smarr Combined-Cycle electric generating facility in Monroe County, Georgia, during a visit to the [Read More …]

A Look at IRS Section 180 Tax Deductions 

Key Takeaways: Section 180 tax deductions allow farmers and ranchers to deduct costs associated with the purchase, acquisition or application of critical inputs such as fertilizer and minerals in the year paid. For years, companies [Read More …]

Registration for ONE 2027 is here!

Now’s the time to take advantage of early-bird pricing. Join us in Lexington for a journey into ideas that could change how we produce food and sustain the planet. From boundary-pushing keynotes to 11 dynamic [Read More …]

Hands-On Dairy Labs, Tours, Training set for Stride Youth Leadership Conference

High school students invited to attend interactive event at UW-Madison ag campus. The 2026 Stride™ Youth Conference, presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will feature a mix of interactive communications training, tours and hands-on labs [Read More …]

Make every sort a better cow experience

Touchless sorting reduces disruption and keeps cows moving comfortably. Keep sorting uneventful and protect the cow’s routine. Allow cows to move naturally through the sort area without unnecessary stops, hesitation or physical contact with [Read More …]

IDFA Welcomes FDA Final Rule Permitting Salt Substitutes in Foods with Standards of Identity

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today shared its support for the FDA’s Final Rule allowing the use of salt substitutes in standardized foods. IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes released the following statement: “IDFA [Read More …]

Kansas Farm Bureau announces 2026 Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the Year award winners

Kansas Farm Bureau has named Crystal Bashford of Morton County and Dalton Black of Harvey and Marion counties as the 2026 recipients of the Rural Minds Matter (RMM) Advocate of the Year awards. This is [Read More …]

Upper Midwest Farmland Summit

November 18 & 19, 2026Pyle Center | University of Wisconsin–Madison The 2026 Upper Midwest Farmland Summit will bring together practitioners, service providers, conservation organizations, lenders, policymakers, researchers, and farmers to address the evolving landscape of [Read More …]

Get 2 FREE Months of Membership When You Join ACS Today

There’s Still Time to Get 14+ Months of Membership for the Price of 12! There is still time to take advantage of our current offer. Join the American Cheese Society today and get 14+ months [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo attendees help Cargill make an Original Impact

Cargill invited World Dairy Expo attendees to show support by voting with ping-pong balls for original organizations making a meaningful difference across the dairy industry. More than 2,000 votes were cast in the Cargill booth [Read More …]

The 2026 Indiana Dairy Farm & Industry Tour

IDP is on the move! Please join us for a fun, relaxing and informative bus trip to Central Illinois and Missouri on November 4th, 5th and 6th hosted by Phibro Animal Health. Join other [Read More …]

IFCN Conference 2026 Brings the Global Dairy Sector Together in Parma