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Join us in July to hear more about food facility inspections and modernization from Michael (Mick) Dutcher, Deputy Association Commissioner for Food Products with the FDA Office of Inspections and Investigations. This virtual conference is [Read More …]

Second Round of Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program Equipment-Only Grant Applications Open

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for the second round of Wisconsin Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program Equipment-Only Grants. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on [Read More …]

Dairy Max Honors Farmers and Their Commitment to Healthier Communities During National Dairy Month

This June, Dairy MAX celebrates National Dairy Month, recognizing the hardworking dairy farm families who nourish communities, drive economic growth and advance sustainable food production. What began as “National Milk Month” has evolved into a [Read More …]

Maximize Summer Internships with PDP Accelerate Workshop

July 22 conference designed to benefit ag-industry interns and their employers Across the country, college students are gaining valuable hands-on experiences and learning about future opportunities in the agriculture sector with internship programs. A fast-paced [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Announces Bold Plan to Combat New World Screwworm’s Northward Spread

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins this morning launched an $8.5 million sterile New World screwworm (NWS) fly dispersal facility in South Texas and announced a sweeping five-pronged plan (PDF, 380 KB) to enhance USDA’s already [Read More …]

Summer Fancy Food Show Showcases Innovative Dairy Foods

Made With Sustainably Sourced Milk From California The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a diverse selection of innovative specialty dairy products at the 2025 Summer Fancy Food show in New York, N.Y. June [Read More …]

Dairy in the Era of “Make America Healthy Again” Webinar

Join NMPF for a members-only webinar exploring the implications of the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement. MAHA has already made waves in Washington, with a commission report released in May that outlines a vision [Read More …]

Registration Open for INAgLaw’s Workshop – Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm

Registration is now open for Indiana Agricultural Law Foundation’s (INAgLaw) 2025 Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm workshop. The annual program is targeted toward family farmers and attorneys and will be held via [Read More …]

Stand with Texas dairy farmers during National Dairy Month and beyond

June is National Dairy Month, a time not only to enjoy milk and other dairy products, but also to celebrate our dairy families who produce the food we enjoy. Their hard work each and every [Read More …]

Scholarship Opportunities Available for Dairy Producers Attending the Young Dairy Leaders Institute

The Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI) is a nationally recognized three-phase leadership and communication skills development program for young adults ages 22 to 45 involved in the dairy industry. Full-time dairy farmers who apply for [Read More …]

Strong Start, Fragile Future: U.S. Dairy’s Trade Balancing Act

Trade is a hot topic with a lot of uncertainty. Trade policy decisions made in Washington, D.C., will impact farmers and ranchers in the countryside. This Market Intel is part of a series exploring agricultural [Read More …]

Registration closing soon for three online courses

Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development will be offering two Ag Supervisory Leadership (ASL) courses starting later this month. Registration is currently open and closes on June 25. Additionally, the Ag English Mentorship Program registration closes this [Read More …]

Entries Open for 2025 World Forage Analysis Superbowl

Entries are being accepted for the World Forage Analysis Superbowl, which is open to all forage producers across North America. The 2025 contest, held in conjunction with World Dairy Expo, is set to award over [Read More …]

California Milk Advisory Board and Partner VentureFuel Expand Support for Dairy-based Startups

Applications open through August 4, 2025 for dairy startups and entrepreneurs focused on high-growth dairy products The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) and innovation consultancy VentureFuel today announced the opening of applications for the seventh [Read More …]

Farm Credit Awards Efforts to Develop and Promote Northeast Agriculture

The Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Program, a joint effort of Farm Credit East and CoBank, recently provided $115,000 in grant funding to 27 organizations to assist their efforts to encourage youth leadership development, support young [Read More …]

Wagner Farms adds new Youngstock Monitor to enhance calf health and well-being

The motto at Wagner Farms is: People. Animals. Environment. Laura Raatz, 5th generation co-owner and herd manager, says caring for their animals isn’t just a priority – it’s a pillar for everything they do. To help [Read More …]

Taste the Craft. Support the Cause.

We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new event at the 2025 American Cheese Society Conference: the City of Cheese Menu Pop-Up, happening July 23–25 in Sacramento! In this exciting collaboration, local restaurants will feature limited-time dishes built around artisan [Read More …]

Fine-tune first-lactation performance with smarter data management

Use actionable data to ensure heifers get off to their best start. It’s not easy to be the new kid in school. Or a first-lactation animal in a herd of older cows. “Not only are [Read More …]

Nominate a Young Individual for the Jan Harding Ruslavage Memorial Service & Promotion Award

Do you know an individual between the ages of 18 and 30 who has demonstrated exceptional service to and promotion of Pennsylvania’s dairy industry? Consider nominating them for the Jan Harding Ruslavage Memorial Service & Promotion Award! [Read More …]

Emergency Livestock Relief Program: How it Works

Persistent drought and devastating wildfires across much of the U.S. in 2023 and 2024 significantly impacted livestock producers’ ability to maintain herd sizes and grazing operations. In response, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is delivering [Read More …]

A California dairy tried to capture its methane. It worked.

A giant, balloon-like tarp stretches over a lagoon of manure on a Central Valley dairy farm, concealing a quiet but remarkable transformation. Methane, a potent climate-warming gas, is being captured and cleaned instead of released [Read More …]

Draxler Elected as 2025-2026 Wisconsin Association of FFA President

Amalia Draxler of the Glenwood City FFA Chapter was elected to a year of service as the 2025-2026 President during the 96th Wisconsin FFA Convention. Her advisor is Kirsten Konder. Amalia’s parents are Mike and [Read More …]

Young Farm Bureau Leaders Take Agriculture’s Message to Washington

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Agriculturist members met with Wisconsin’s congressional delegation in Washington, D.C. to discuss issues impacting agriculture on June 4. Issues discussed included strengthening workforce stability, supporting a pro-agriculture trade agenda [Read More …]

Trump Administration Appoints Steve Brown to Serve as State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Indiana

The Trump Administration recently appointed Steve Brown as the new State Executive Director (SED) for the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Indiana. Brown joined the Indiana FSA team on May 5, 2025. “When America’s farming communities [Read More …]

41st Annual IDFA Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party Delights Thousands on National Mall

Thousands of ice cream enthusiasts—including members of Congress, federal officials, and Capitol Hill staff—came together yesterday at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) 41st Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party. Held at Union Square Park on [Read More …]

NMPF Supports Senate Ag Committee Farm Policy Investments

The National Milk Producers Federation today commended the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee for including important resources in their budget reconciliation proposal that would boost rural economies and support unmet needs. “Dairy farmers are [Read More …]

IDFA serves thousands in its 41st Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party

The International Dairy Foods Association hosted its 41st annual Capitol Hill ice cream party and ice cream social yesterday at Union Square Park, serving thousands of members of Congress and staff with 940 gallons of [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA Launches the Holstein Connections Podcast