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PDP presents opportunities for dairy professionals to learn from experts on trending topics This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will help dairy producers as they plan for the next financial [Read More …]

ADC congratulates Brooke Rollins, confirmed U.S. Agriculture Secretary

The American Dairy Coalition congratulates Brooke Rollins, confirmed Feb. 13 as the next Secretary of Agriculture, the second woman to lead the USDA. As a grassroots organization led by dairy farmers, for dairy farmers, we [Read More …]

Milk50™ is Disrupting the Dairy Aisle with the First 50-calorie Nutrient-Rich, Real Dairy Milk with 9g Protein per Serving

Dairy Farmers of America Announces the New Milk Innovation to Meet the Demand for Nutrient-Rich, Reduced-Calorie, and Lower-Sugar Beverages. Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is introducing a first-of-its-kind real dairy milk that contains only [Read More …]

Brooke L. Rollins Sworn in as 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

Brooke Rollins was sworn in as the 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture by Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court Clarence Thomas in a private ceremony today at the Supreme Court building. The U.S. Senate [Read More …]

In the Event of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement Visit

Agricultural processors and producers are closely monitoring the shifting landscape of immigration enforcement policies nationwide. To address these concerns, IDFA is hosting an important and timely webinar, moderated by immigration attorneys Kerri-Ann Griggs and Eileen [Read More …]

IDFA Praises Brooke Rollins Confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

February 16, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), released the following statement today following the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Brooke Rollins to lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): “IDFA [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Tim Abbott Talks With Don and David Chalack of Alberta, Canada

In this episode of DairyVoice in the series Evolution of the Great Cow, Tim Abbott of Showbox Sires talks with Don and David Chalack of Wendon Holsteins in Alberta, Canada. Wendon Holsteins is a 2X [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Offers Partnership, Congratulations to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Confirmation as Health Secretary

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), released the following statement today following the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the U.S. Department of Health [Read More …]

Spring Crop Sales Closing Deadline is March 15

The deadline to insure spring crops in the northeast for the 2025 crop year is March 15, 2025. Insurable spring crops include field and vegetable crops such as corn, soybeans, barley, oats, fresh market sweet [Read More …]

Indiana Farm Bureau Introduces New Ag Threats & Security Conference

Registration is now open for the Indiana Ag Threats & Security Summit – a new program that addresses threats and security issues related to agriculture – presented by Indiana Farm Bureau in partnership with the [Read More …]

Science Makes the Case for Whole Milk, Teicholz Says

You don’t have to be part of the dairy sector to see how important whole milk is for children, best-selling author Nina Teicholz, Ph.D., said in the latest Dairy Defined Podcast. That’s because nutrition [Read More …]

Young Farmers and Ranchers: The next generation of ag advocates

Farm Bureau’s YF&R program trains and equips young agriculturalists to educate policymakers The Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) Committee empowers young agriculturalists in a wide range of ag-related occupations. By fostering a passion [Read More …]

NMPF Statement on Bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

“NMPF commends House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-PA, and Rep. Kim Schrier, D-WA, for continuing to lead their bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act to help increase kids’ access to milk’s vital [Read More …]

California Milk Advisory Board Selects Student Ambassadors to Share California Dairy Messages With International Audience

Anissa Borges and Dayana Limon Santiago selected to represent Real California Milk in Thailand Anissa Borges of Tulare and Dayana Limon Santiago of Wasco have been selected to represent the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) [Read More …]

Agricultural Exports 101

Trade is a hot topic with a lot of uncertainty. Trade policy decisions being made in Washington will impact farmers and ranchers in the countryside. This Market Intel report is the first in a series [Read More …]

IDFA Applauds House Committee Passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce today passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act in 2025—a bill that would allow for whole (3.25%) and reduced-fat (2%) milk to once again be served [Read More …]

$1.1M in Grants Available to Boost Dairy Co-Packing in the Northeast

Funding to Strengthen Regional Dairy Supply Chain and Bring New Products to Market The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation (NE-DBIC) announces a $1.1 million investment in regional dairy processing through the Dairy Co-Packing Grant. This funding supports [Read More …]

Holstein Foundation Graduates Young Dairy Leaders Institute Class 13

An exceptional group of young dairy professionals recently completed the Holstein Foundation’s Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI). Seventy-four participants from across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico graduated from Class 13. The last phase [Read More …]

DHIA

Challenge your mindset in transformative workshop at 2025 Stakeholders Summit

Early bird registration rates available through Feb. 28 Cohen, former animal protein executive and current CEO of the American Cider Association, will lead a transformative workshop on the “challenger mindset” at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s [Read More …]

IDP in Motion: Coming Together, Sharing Experiences

Our 2025 Dairy Forum was a great success as we came together to learn and share experiences. While there were numerous special moments from our time in French Lick, one stands out in my mind. [Read More …]

Congratulations to the 2025 PA Dairy Industry Award Winners

Congratulations to the following dairy professionals who received this year’s Dairy Industry Awards and were honored at the 2025 PA Dairy Summit! The annual awards program recognizes dairy professionals who showcase leadership, service, and excellence across the [Read More …]

How small can co-digestion economically go?

Research presented in this webinar was supported by a grant from the New York Farm Viability Institute. Anaerobic digestion (AD) of dairy manure in New York and many other regions has grown substantially in the last five [Read More …]

National Hot Chocolate Milk Day

Hot chocolate milk is one of our most popular school programs for a good reason – it’s simple for school nutrition staff and delicious for students. Hot chocolate milk can be served as a part [Read More …]

2025 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award Winners Announced

Painter, Paxton and Sattazahn Were Recognized at the 2025 PA Dairy Summit At this year’s Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania, Center for Dairy Excellence, and Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association awarded three dairy [Read More …]

Smart, simple ways to keep your shop safe.

The shop is one of the most integral parts of any agricultural operation – it’s your business headquarters. A building for equipment and maintenance activities can morph into a meeting space, offices, and training room. [Read More …]

DATCP Announces Appointment of Julie Lassa as Administrator

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski announced Julie Lassa as Administrator of the Division of Agricultural Development. “Julie has decades of experience with the agriculture industry, stakeholder relationships, and leadership,” [Read More …]

Future of Success session to Engage Teens, Boost Leadership, Communication Skills