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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for Dairy Processor Grants by noon on November 3, 2026. Due to the ongoing success of this program [Read More …]

IDFA Showcases High-Quality Dairy Protein at All-American Meat Up

IDFA sponsorship and member-donated products help bring dairy’s nutrition story directly to members of Congress, administration officials and their staff. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) sponsored the All-American Meat Up at Nationals Park, [Read More …]

Know What’s Next: CowManager to Showcase New Milk Sensor and Calving Alerts at World Dairy Expo

CowManager is bringing new innovations and new experiences to World Dairy Expo 2026. Under the banner “Know what’s next,” the company will showcase its expanding system of technologies designed to help dairy producers anticipate what’s [Read More …]

Watch the Latest Episode of Holstein America

The seventeenth episode of Holstein Association USA’s documentary-style video series, Holstein America, premiered September 15 on YouTube. The show is a tribute to America’s dairy farmers and families who care for Registered Holstein cows and [Read More …]

Silage Success Tips, Leading under Pressure

Connect with leading experts during interactive webinars. This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will provide timely insights to make the most of silage harvest and lead effectively during busy [Read More …]

Time to Paint the Walls

By now, most folks have heard about Chobani’s investment in a new dairy facility located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Over the next five years, the plant will become capable of processing 3 billion pounds of milk [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Statement on Luke Lindberg World Food Programme Appointment

The National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council today welcomed the appointment of Luke Lindberg to serve as executive director of the United Nations’ World Food Programme. Statement from Gregg Doud, President [Read More …]

PA Dairy Industry Awards Now Open for Nominations

The Annual Awards Recognize Individuals Who Are Excelling in the Dairy Industry. Nominations are now open for the annual Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award program. Each year, the awards recognize dairy producers and industry professionals who [Read More …]

QualiTru Sampling Systems® Appoints Keira Lombardo as Board Chair

QualiTru Sampling Systems® (formerly known as QMI), a leader in the science of aseptic and representative sampling equipment for the liquid food and dairy industries, today announced the appointment of Keira L. Lombardo as Chair of its [Read More …]

FARM Program Opens Comment Period for Version 2028

The FARM Program began its open comment period for the Program’s proposed Version 2028 updates to gather and incorporate farmer and industry feedback. Changes proposed by committees to the FARM Animal Care and FARM Workforce [Read More …]

Volac has announced a new distributor agreement with Trident Feeds for Megalac® range of Rumen-Protected Fats

Drawing on the combined expertise, innovation and heritage of two recognised names in British agri-business, the partnership is designed to provide even greater access to specialist expertise, with the sales and day-to-day technical support of [Read More …]

Students Encouraged to Apply for 2027 Internships at the Farm Level and Industry Level

College Students and High School Graduates Can Apply for an Internship, Dairy Farms Can Apply to Host an Intern. Undergraduate students and high school graduates are encouraged to apply for two 2027 internship opportunities. Applications [Read More …]

Wisconsin Participates in National Agriculture Annual Meeting

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) held its 2026 Annual Meeting in Portland, Maine on September 13 – 16, 2026. Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski [Read More …]

USDA Ends Mandatory Farmer Funding of ESG Commitments in Dairy Checkoff

American dairy producers no longer subject to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) overregulation. Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins reaffirmed the Administration’s commitment to American farmers, announcing the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) [Read More …]

Calf Chat: The C’s of Calf Care

Friday, December 11, 2026 9:30 AM EST Newville, PA Explore essential calf care, nutrition, and disease prevention while gaining practical, hands-on skills to improve calf health and management on your farm. Join us for an [Read More …]

National DHIA offers veterinary student scholarships

If you’re a third- or fourth-year college of veterinary medicine student, apply for the National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) veterinary medicine scholarships. Applicants must be enrolled at a college that is accredited by the [Read More …]

Diesel Prices Surge as Global Supplies Tighten

Key Takeaways Diesel prices are rising as harvest begins across the country. The national average on-highway diesel price reached $6.285 per gallon, up more than $2.50 from the same week last year. Farm diesel prices [Read More …]

The dairy markets are singing the same song – only louder

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending September 18, 2026 The dairy markets are singing the same song as they were last week, only louder. Dairy proteins are in demand, and prices continue to [Read More …]

Checkoff Strategies Keep Dairy Top of Mind With Families

The dairy checkoff is reaching families where they make decisions about what they buy and serve through two national consumer strategies currently in market. Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) is activating We Are Family and First [Read More …]

USDA Issues WASDE Report for September : The 2027 All-Milk Price Forecast Remains at $19.80

In the USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) issued September 11. The milk production forecast is unchanged for 2026 and lowered for 2027. Based on the latest Milk Production report, cow inventories are [Read More …]

MilkPEP Pairs Dairy Milk, Top Creators and Real Educators in New Learning Series – milkXP

MilkPEP announced the launch of milkXP, a free digital program on YouTube designed to make educational content as engaging as the media teens already choose to consume. The initiative pairs real teachers with top-tier creators, [Read More …]

Governor Hochul Announces Approximately $25 Million Awarded to Help Farmers

Protecting Water Quality Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that approximately $25 million has been awarded to help New York’s farmers support agricultural water quality conservation projects. The funding was awarded as part of Round 31 [Read More …]

The Truth Behind “Cash for Your Land” Letters

If you own land, you’ve probably received a letter, postcard, or even a text message offering to buy your property for cash. These offers often promise a quick, simple sale with little hassle: no listing, [Read More …]

Secretary Karen Ross Recognized for More Than 15 Years of Service to Agriculture

California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross was recognized for more than 15 years of service to agriculture during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s (NASDA) inaugural Years of Service Ceremony [Read More …]

Senate Agriculture Committee Clears Farm Bill; IDFA Calls for Swift, Bipartisan Path to Passage

The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry today moved a new five-year Farm Bill to the full Senate. Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), issued the following [Read More …]

CCFN Statement on Senate Agriculture Committee Farm Bill Passage

“For decades, the European Union has tried to monopolize common food names like ‘parmesan,’ ‘bologna,’ ‘chateau,’ turning generic terms into exclusive EU property and locking American producers out of markets they helped build. As the [Read More …]

NASDA applauds advancement of farm bill

Following the advancement of the Agricultural Act of 2026 by the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney issued the following statement. “NASDA congratulates [Read More …]

NMPF Applauds Senate Farm Bill Committee Passage

“We applaud Chairman Boozman and members of the Senate Agriculture Committee for advancing the 2026 Senate Farm Bill, which includes key provisions that support and strengthen the dairy industry. With a farm bill already through the House, we’re hopeful that both chambers can now work together on full congressional [Read More …]

Save the Date for 2027 PDP Business Conference

“Team Dairy” theme, world-class education take center stage for dairy professionals March 16-17, 2027. Dairy professionals don’t succeed in isolation. It takes producers, employees, families, advisors, industry partners and a strong network of peers working [Read More …]

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