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The Prairie Farms Family of Companies Announces Partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation™

May 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

A $100,000 Donation Goal for ALSF Through Branded Lemonade Sales Announced Prairie Farms Dairy and Hiland Dairy Foods are excited to announce a partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation™ (ALSF), a national leader in the [Read More …]

Focus of May 6th State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting

May 5, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

As current trade disruptions impact California’s farmers and ranchers, the State Board of Food and Agriculture will hear updates from agricultural organizations, trading partners and policy experts concerning the issue on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Seeking Media Interns For 2025 Event

May 5, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

As the 58th World Dairy Expo approaches, Expo is searching for college students passionate about the dairy industry to be part of the 2025 media team. Four students will be hired to experience the storied event [Read More …]

Upcoming training and education opportunities for IDFA members

May 5, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Demystifying the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) Pricing Formula Changes Webinar Series Big changes are coming to the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) pricing formulas in 2025 — and IDFA is here to help you [Read More …]

Despite Challenges, Dairy Herd and Milk Production Continue to Grow

May 5, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending May 2, 2025 Despite the challenges, the national dairy herd and milk production continue to grow. In addition to rising year over year output, the spring flush [Read More …]

Is Milk per Cow Growing?

May 5, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Milk per cow is a parameter to follow. It can lower the cost of milk for producers and the dairy community. Historically, this parameter has grown. Currently, the pace of growth has slowed. This post [Read More …]

How are tariffs and trade uncertainty impacting your business?

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the “IDFA Tariff Portal” this month to allow members to relay key impacts to their business from shifting U.S. trade policy. IDFA believes sharing communications of tariff impacts [Read More …]

Next Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council Announced

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the members of the sixth Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council. These council members will serve for one year, concluding their term in May 2026. [Read More …]

International Agribusiness Center: Financing Your Export Sale

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Did you know there are ways to mitigate your financial risk through different financing services? Learn more about the Export Credit Guarantee Program (GSM-102). USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) administers the program on behalf of the Commodity [Read More …]

United States and Mexico Reach Agreement to Resume Eradication Efforts on New World Screwworm

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced today that Mexico has committed to eliminate restrictions on USDA aircraft, and waive customs duties on eradication equipment aiding in the response to the spread of New [Read More …]

U.S. and Indonesia Sign Landmark Dairy Agreement to Boost Nutrition, Trade and Industry Collaboration

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and KADIN, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today in a milestone step to deepen cooperation between U.S. and Indonesian dairy [Read More …]

Endowment established in name of MMPA President & CEO to support Michigan 4-H dairy youth

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA), in partnership with CoBank, is proud to announce the establishment of the Joseph M. Diglio 4-H Dairy Youth Endowment. This permanent fund, to be managed through the Michigan 4-H [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy Visit Texas to Meet with Farmers – Provides Update on New World Screwworm

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Texas with U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to discuss food security and learn how America’s farmers are working to Make America Healthy [Read More …]

Fresh or reclaimed? Finding the best sand bedding for your dairy

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Recycled sand is a tested, proven alternative to fresh sand. Cow comfort and herd health are non-negotiables for achieving higher milk quality and production. Bedding plays a critical role in both, which is why many [Read More …]

Cheese, Cheers & Community: Join Us in New Orleans!

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Attention ACS Members! Are you attending the International Dairy, Deli & Bakery Association Show (IDDBA) in New Orleans? Or are you an ACS member who lives in the area? We’d love for you to join us [Read More …]

With sustainable practices, New York dairy farms lower emissions

May 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

A number of New York dairy farms achieve low greenhouse gas emissions due to sustainable management practices like growing a high proportion of their own feed and making the most of manure, according to new research. The [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Jen Grubb of MilkPEP talks about their initiative to attract targeted consumers to dairy

May 2, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films speaks with Jenn Grubb. Jen is Senior Marketing Manager with MilkPEP and they discuss initiatives to attract primarily youth to dairy. MilkPEP was [Read More …]

In the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration, Secretary Rollins Puts Farmers First

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

In the first 100 days of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has taken action to support the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and put Farmers First at the United States [Read More …]

New Sort my Cow Sort Gate Receives the 2025 Professional Dairy Producers Nexus™ Award

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

CowManager, a global leader in cow monitoring solutions, has been honored with the prestigious Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) Nexus™ Award for its innovative Sort my Cow Sort Gate system. The company accepted the award [Read More …]

Rigorous Milk and Dairy Safety Testing Continues

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Pause in FDA Proficiency Program Does Not Affect Safety or Quality of Milk and Dairy Products Roberta Wagner, senior vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs at the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), issued the [Read More …]

Indiana Farm Bureau Selects 2025 Student Scholarship Winners

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Indiana Farm Bureau recently awarded five scholarships to incoming or current college students pursuing careers in agriculture. For the second year, INFB awarded the Ag Impact Scholarships, which highlight applicants who demonstrate a lasting effect [Read More …]

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Don’t Miss Out! Apply for Dairy’s Foundation Grants by June 1

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Grants of up to $10,000 available to programs educating dairy producers, students and communities Nonprofit organizations with new ideas to support dairy farmers and increase public trust in the people and products of dairy are [Read More …]

Elopak opens first U.S. carton plant at Little Rock, Arkansas

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Global packaging company Elopak today opened its first ever U.S. carton converting plant in Little Rock, Arkansas. The state-of-the-art factory costs USD 100 million and will produce Pure-Pak® cartons for liquid dairy products, juices, plant-based [Read More …]

Chester County Dairy Producer Gives the Scoop on Launching Wholesale Ice Cream Business From the Ground Up

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Kacie Hershey grew up at Ar-Joy Farms in Chester County, Pennsylvania, but it wasn’t until a year ago that she returned to the farm in a full-time capacity. As the third generation, Kacie farms alongside [Read More …]

Introducing The SoyRoaster: Soybean Roasting For Your Dairy Farm

May 1, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

What Is A SoyRoaster? The SoyRoaster utilizes a concept that constantly and continuously produces evenly roasted and ground beans for dairy feed. Powered by electricity, the roaster heats oil inside a heating chamber to roast [Read More …]

USTR Calls Out Misuse of Geographical Indications as Major Trade Barrier

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN), National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) said they appreciated the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) decision to spotlight protection of common food names in [Read More …]

In First 100 Days, Secretary Rollins Affirms POTUS’ Economic Policy, Empowers Rural America, and Fights to Expand Market Access for U.S. Farmers

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

In the first 100 days of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has rolled out a five point plan to lower the cost of eggs, worked to expand market access for [Read More …]

Young Leaders: Kiley Pagel and Megan Abeyta

April 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast’s Young Leaders series, Peggy Coffeen and Kiley Pagel from Pagel’s Family Businesses welcome Dr. Megan Abeyta, an independent dairy nutritionist with GPS Dairy Consulting. Dr. Abeyta shares [Read More …]

Indiana Farm Bureau celebrates legislative wins for agriculture in 2025

April 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

At the conclusion of the 2025 Indiana General Assembly, Indiana Farm Bureau celebrated several legislative successes for Hoosier farmers. The major priorities for INFB heading into this year were to modernize the farmland property tax [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Accepting Applications to Support Northeast Farmers Markets

April 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Farm Credit East is now accepting applications for its Farmers Market Grant program. This annual program provides small grants to Northeast farmers markets to support their promotion and development efforts. Interested farmers markets may apply [Read More …]

The Prairie Farms Family of Companies Announces Partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation™

Focus of May 6th State Board of Food and Agriculture Meeting

World Dairy Expo Seeking Media Interns For 2025 Event

Upcoming training and education opportunities for IDFA members

Despite Challenges, Dairy Herd and Milk Production Continue to Grow

Is Milk per Cow Growing?

How are tariffs and trade uncertainty impacting your business?

Next Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council Announced

International Agribusiness Center: Financing Your Export Sale

United States and Mexico Reach Agreement to Resume Eradication Efforts on New World Screwworm

U.S. and Indonesia Sign Landmark Dairy Agreement to Boost Nutrition, Trade and Industry Collaboration

Endowment established in name of MMPA President & CEO to support Michigan 4-H dairy youth

Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy Visit Texas to Meet with Farmers – Provides Update on New World Screwworm

Fresh or reclaimed? Finding the best sand bedding for your dairy

Cheese, Cheers & Community: Join Us in New Orleans!

With sustainable practices, New York dairy farms lower emissions

In the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration, Secretary Rollins Puts Farmers First

New Sort my Cow Sort Gate Receives the 2025 Professional Dairy Producers Nexus™ Award

Rigorous Milk and Dairy Safety Testing Continues

Indiana Farm Bureau Selects 2025 Student Scholarship Winners

Don’t Miss Out! Apply for Dairy’s Foundation Grants by June 1

Elopak opens first U.S. carton plant at Little Rock, Arkansas

Chester County Dairy Producer Gives the Scoop on Launching Wholesale Ice Cream Business From the Ground Up

Introducing The SoyRoaster: Soybean Roasting For Your Dairy Farm

USTR Calls Out Misuse of Geographical Indications as Major Trade Barrier

In First 100 Days, Secretary Rollins Affirms POTUS’ Economic Policy, Empowers Rural America, and Fights to Expand Market Access for U.S. Farmers

Young Leaders: Kiley Pagel and Megan Abeyta

Indiana Farm Bureau celebrates legislative wins for agriculture in 2025

Farm Credit East Accepting Applications to Support Northeast Farmers Markets

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