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New learning experiences in Kansas and Ohio expand agricultural education, showing visitors how animal nutrition, science and innovation support healthy cows, dairy farm performance and the milk they enjoy. Interactive dairy nutrition exhibits are now [Read More …]

Tillamook Automates Nearly 300,000 Annual EDI Transactions with TrueCommerce

Farmer-owned dairy cooperative builds enterprise-ready EDI foundation, enabling near-zero touch order processing and seamless management of 40+ 3PL partners. TrueCommerce, a global provider of supply chain and trading partner connectivity, integration and omnichannel solutions, [Read More …]

Berkey Creamery revives historic ice cream flavors through ‘Throwback Scoops’

The Penn State Berkey Creamery will kick off Homecoming Week with the launch of Throwback Scoops, a new program that will take customers on a trip down memory lane by bringing back retired flavors that [Read More …]

International Year of the Woman Farmer

In recognition of 2026 being the United Nations International Year of the Woman Farmer, the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) is pleased to launch a podcast, Voices from the Barn. Hosted by USDEC President and CEO, [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Alliance challenges industry to get “Ahead of the Headlines” at 2027 Stakeholders Summit

Speaking proposals sought on emerging issues shaping public perception of animal agriculture. The Animal Agriculture Alliance announced the theme of its 2027 Stakeholders Summit – Ahead of the Headlines: Shaping What’s Next for Animal Agriculture. The [Read More …]

Build Financial Confidence for More Profitable Dairy Decisions

Financial Literacy for Dairy® provides tools, hands-on practice to better understand business numbers. Strong financial management starts with understanding what the numbers are indicating. Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) developed Financial Literacy for Dairy® to empower [Read More …]

Veterans find new purpose and opportunities in agriculture

Kellen LeMasters wants to help diversify farming in the Napa Valley. Joshua Donecker spends his off hours tending 2,500 pomegranate trees near Hemet. And Lavelle Lemonier, builds mobile raised garden beds that help veterans and [Read More …]

Three Upcoming Dairy Internship Opportunities

As we welcome the fall season, there are three upcoming internships for college students who are pursuing careers in dairy and looking to gain real-world experience. Whether they want to enhance their skills at the farm [Read More …]

CDFA Food Safety Series: Sampling Livestock and Poultry Feed for Clean and Wholesome Supply of Meat, Milk and Eggs

California is committed to keeping our food safe. In recognition of National Food Safety Education Month, CDFA is sharing more information about the programs that help make sure food grown and processed in California is [Read More …]

The Farm Economy Has Changed Since 2018

Key Takeaways The farm economy has changed significantly in the eight years since the 2018 farm bill was written. Farm production expenses have risen sharply, with higher interest rates increasing the cost of financing operations [Read More …]

Disco Cow Named Grand Prize Winner of Second Annual Midwest Dairy Accelerator

Disco Cow earns $20,000 in funding to scale dairy innovation. Illinois startup Disco Cow has been crowned grand prize winner of the second annual Midwest Dairy Accelerator, following a live pitch competition yesterday at the [Read More …]

Is antibiotic resistance wreaking havoc on your farm?

Reports vary on the prevalence of antibiotic resistance on dairies, ranging from 3 – 50% across farms. However, calves routinely rank highest in antibiotic resistance on any individual farm – likely due to broad antibiotic [Read More …]

New Safety Signs to Display on Your Farm

As we approach the fall harvest season, take a few extra minutes to make sure you have the proper safety precautions in place on your dairy operation. Simple things like posting safety reminders can save a [Read More …]

Nicole Guise Hall Recognized as 2026 Recipient of Jan Harding Ruslavage Award

The Award Was Established to Honor Service of Janet Harding Ruslavage. Nicole Guise Hall, agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor for Millville Senior and Junior High Schools, was recently recognized as the 2026 recipient of [Read More …]

Introducing DeLaval Plus: A New Era of Dairy Farm Intelligence

New insights connecting producers and dealers for better performance. DeLaval, a global leader in dairy farming solutions, is launching DeLaval Plus in the United States. This secure, online digital platform gives farmers and their DeLaval [Read More …]

Experience WDE 2026 From Anywhere on ExpoTV

Can’t attend World Dairy Expo in person? Subscribe to ExpoTV for live coverage of the dairy cattle shows and other exciting moments from WDE 2026, wherever you are. ExpoTV offers you the best seat in [Read More …]

Tracking the Path of New World Screwworm

ARS is employing innovative modeling techniques to predict where New World screwworm infestations may emerge in the U.S. New cases of New World screwworm have recently surfaced in the United States, and with them the [Read More …]

U.S. Ice Cream Makers Join Rollins, Kennedy to Highlight Industry-Wide Action on Artificial Colors

Third major dairy commitment follows success on industry-wide reduction of added sugars in school milk and elimination of certified artificial colors in school milk, cheese and yogurt. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) joined [Read More …]

In Wisconsin, Dairy Never Sleeps

A commentary by Secretary Randy Romanski of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). Wisconsin shines during National Dairy Month each year. As part of this, dairy farms across the state welcome [Read More …]

Confirmed Detections of New World Screwworm

The dashboard below is designed to provide a current snapshot of confirmed New World screwworm animal and wild fly detections in the United States. USDA APHIS is fully prepared to respond to detections, and we [Read More …]

Artisan Cheese Maker Membership

The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) has launched a new Artisan Cheese Maker Membership category for artisan cheesemakers with annual sales under $15 million. Designed for small and specialty cheese companies that are new to [Read More …]

Dairy Wellbeing Workshop to Offer Cattle Health, Pain Management Tips

Program to showcase strategies for pain mitigation, down-cow protocols, beef processing plant tour. Every decision on today’s dairies can have an impact on animal health, welfare and beef quality. The 2026 Dairy Wellbeing Workshop, presented [Read More …]

AMPI establishes National Pepper Jack Cheese Day

Monday September 21 marked the first National Pepper Jack Cheese Day, recognizing an American original dairy product that satisfies consumer cravings for bold, flavorful food. The annual observation was established by Associated Milk Producers Inc. [Read More …]

Horizon Organic Celebrates Farmers Shaping the Future of Organic Dairy

Building on its longstanding investment in farmer partnerships, Horizon Organic is announcing 2026 HOPE Award and Scholarship recipients, along with Farm Aid and Organic Week Sponsorships. Horizon Organic, a pioneer in organic dairy and the [Read More …]

IFF Launches Omni-Bos™ PHY to Help Dairy Producers

More Value from Feed New phytase technology unlocks nutrients already present in feed to improve efficiency, profitability and sustainability. IFF has launched Omni-Bos™ PHY, a phytase enzyme developed specifically for dairy cattle, that helps producers [Read More …]

California State Water Board adopts order to protect groundwater from over application of manure at dairies

Advancing the protection of the Central Valley’s drinking water sources while balancing the needs of its agricultural economy, the State Water Resources Control Board adopted new rules to safeguard groundwater quality while providing the dairy [Read More …]

Feedworks USA adds industry veteran Dr. Ken Zanzalari to its ruminant technical team

Feedworks USA, Ltd. is pleased to announce that Ken Zanzalari, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAN – an internationally recognized leader in dairy cattle nutrition – has joined the company as Technical Services Consultant, Ruminants. Zanzalari will [Read More …]

Dairy Management Inc. Board Selects New President and CEO to Lead Checkoff