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From the Indiana Forage Council (IFC) and Purdue Extension agriculture and natural resources, the Indiana Grazing Schools will start in August. Livestock producers will gain hands-on training in implementing improved grazing systems. The program also is hosted by [Read More …]

The Dairy Alliance Secures Natural Resources Conservation Grant to Advance Dairy Smart Roadmap in Georgia

Leads Sustainable Practices for Dairy Farmers Across the Southeast and Beyond The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, continues to be a leader in sustainability. The organization has secured [Read More …]

The US dairy industry market update: Still waiting on demand…

Increased efficiency at the farm level has muted the milk supply response as traditionally measured by cow numbers. We have seen milk supplies slowly tighten through the first half of 2024 and might be seeing [Read More …]

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center’s Impact on Vermont Dairy

At the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-), we support dairy farmers and processors through grants, access to technical services, education, and events that promote the development, production, marketing, and distribution of regional dairy products. [Read More …]

World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates: Dairy

The milk production forecast for 2024 is lowered from last month, based on slower growth in milk per cow more than offsetting higher cow numbers. The milk production forecast for 2025 is also reduced from [Read More …]

Vogelsang USA Introduces the Innovative XSplit® Separator for Manure Management in Dairy, Cow, and Livestock Operations

Groundbreaking design ensures exceptionally high dry matter yields and unparalleled ease of use and maintenance Vogelsang, the inventor of the rotary lobe pump with elastomer-coated lobes, announces the U.S. launch of the XSplit® Separator, [Read More …]

Calf Enrichment, Data Ownership, Water Quality Research

Opportunity for dairy producers to engage with leading experts, trending topics This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will delve into the details of topics impacting animals, data and natural resources [Read More …]

Food Service Trends Fueling Dairy

From quick service restaurants to casual eateries and fine dining, restaurants are serving up delicious meals and innovative deals to customers every day. What flavor and product trends are appearing most on menus? What segments [Read More …]

Secure Your Seat at Agriculture’s Sustainability Event of the Year

Registration is now open for the 2024 Sustainable Agriculture Summit. An early registration rate of $700 is available through July 31, as well as single day passes and further discounted rates for farmers, government employees, and [Read More …]

Get Your “Choose PA Dairy” Yard Sign

July 15, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

We have a few “Choose PA Dairy: Goodness That Matters Locally” yard signs left! Hundreds of signs have been distributed to dairy farmers across the state this summer. If you would like a yard sign to display this summer [Read More …]

Soaring Temperatures and Suffocating Humidity

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending July 12, 2024 Soaring temperatures and suffocating humidity are challenging milk production in many parts of the country. As the mercury rises, cow comfort has suffered, and [Read More …]

California Cheeses Win Big at 2024 Caputo Cup in Naples, Italy

Top Three American Division Pizzas Feature California-Made Mozzarella as Key Topping The top 3 championship pizzaiolos in the Traditional American Division at the 2024 Trofeo Caputo, aka the Caputo Cup, shared a strong California connection: [Read More …]

Reporting Storm Damage on Farms – It Matters

Cornell Cooperative Extension encourages farms affected by recent storms to report damage and losses. Cornell Cooperative Extension reminds farms affected by recent storm damage to document and share any impacts the weather may have had [Read More …]

Growers, packers, buyers converge in California – CDFA hosts ag delegation from Mexico for visits in Fresno and Salinas

This week, CDFA is leading a delegation of Mexico produce buyers for visits with growers and packers in Fresno and Salinas before attending the Organic Produce Summit in Monterey. The visit is showcasing a variety of operations [Read More …]

Vanguard Renewables Names Kent Bartley as President of its Organics Solutions Division

Vanguard Renewables®, a leading provider of organic materials management solutions and renewable gas production via Farm Powered® anaerobic digestion, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kent Bartley as the President of its Organics Solutions [Read More …]

AgWest Farm Credit awards $327,500 in scholarships to 131 students

AgWest Farm Credit, a leading financial institution serving the agricultural industry, is proud to announce the recipients of its annual scholarship program. This year, 131 students across AgWest’s seven-state service territory have been awarded a [Read More …]

Evaluating and Maintaining Pastures in Dry Conditions

Under dry conditions, it is important to evaluate your pastures and have an inventory estimate on your available forage so that adjustments can be made to get through the grazing season. During droughty periods, we [Read More …]

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Bird flu strains: Where are they spreading around the globe?

Avian influenza, or bird flu, has public health officials on alert after an unprecedented spread in dairy cows in the United States this year. Four dairy workers have also tested positive in the country. A [Read More …]

IDFA Announces Key Staff Promotions

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced today the promotion of three staff members. Andrew Jerome has been promoted to Vice President, Communications. Andrew Jerome joined IDFA in February 2020 as Director, External and Member [Read More …]

1,596 American-Made Cheese Arrive in Minneapolis This Week to Compete to Become “Best of Show” at the ACS Judging & Competition

July 12, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The American Cheese Society (ACS) is thrilled to announce that the largest judging and competition for American-made cheeses, the ACS Judging & Competition, kicks off today from June 3-7, 2024, at Huntington Bank Stadium at [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: Mike Opperman and Dr. Joel Pankowski discuss building resiliency in the herd

In this episode, host Mike Opperman talks with Dr. Joel Pankowski of Arm & Hammer on resiliency in the herd, gut health, and pathogen mitigation. Dr. Pankowski explains that the best approach is to treat [Read More …]

Using QuickBooks to Manage Your Farm Business: Instructor-Guided

Learn basic accounting principles and QuickBooks to run your farm business. This course includes instructor interaction and webinars. This online, instructor-led course teaches you how to set up and maintain your financial records using the [Read More …]

Youth Engage in Holstein Foundation Contests at National Holstein Convention

Young Holstein enthusiasts showcased their dairy knowledge during the Dairy Bowl, Dairy Jeopardy, and Dairy Knowledge Exam competitions at the 2024 National Holstein Convention held June 24-27 in Salt Lake City, Utah. “These three competitions [Read More …]

Lallemand Animal Nutrition Announces 10th Annual Lallemand Scholarship Program

Applications will be accepted through September 27, 2024 Lallemand Animal Nutrition, North America, announces its 10th annual Lallemand Scholarship program. These scholarships reflect Lallemand’s ongoing commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders in agriculture, providing [Read More …]

Topics and Speakers Finalized for American Society of Agricultural Consultants (ASAC) 2024 Annual Conference