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New legislation was recently introduced in the US Senate potentially affecting USDA-FSA program payment limitations. The Farm Program Integrity Act, co-sponsored by Senator Grassley from Iowa and Senator Brown from Ohio, seeks to limit FSA payment [Read More …]

Commissioner Miller Announces Applications For Young Farmer Grant Program Are Now Open

Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced that applications for the Texas Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) Young Farmer Grant Program (YFGP) are open. This announcement is part of a larger effort to strengthen and sustain [Read More …]

Compeer Financial Returns $150 Million to Member-Owners

Member-owners to receive payments through cooperative’s patronage program Compeer Financial announced the return of $150 million in patronage payments to eligible member-owners this August. This marks a significant milestone as the cooperative celebrates reaching $1 [Read More …]

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Wisconsin Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from severe and worsening drought conditions. Agricultural operations in Wisconsin are experiencing severe and worsening drought [Read More …]

“Adopt a Cow” Program Brings Agricultural Discovery to the Classroom

The nationwide educational series is open for the 2023-24 school year. It’s time to join the moo-vement! Discover Dairy’s “Adopt a Cow” program is back for enrollment for the 2023-24 school year. The Dairy Alliance is partnering with Discovery Dairy, [Read More …]

Over 55 farming families honored with the Hoosier Homestead Award

At the Indiana Statehouse, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) Director Don Lamb presented 56 farming families with a Hoosier Homestead Award in recognition of their commitment to Indiana agriculture. “It is a true honor to [Read More …]

Real California Milk Excelerator Cohort Announced, Eight Dairy Startups Compete in 5th Annual Dairy Innovation Competition

CMAB and VentureFuel “Open Innovation” finalists tap into mentorship, support network to compete for funding to grow, expand products in California and beyond Today, the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) in partnership with innovation advisory VentureFuel, [Read More …]

Scientists pinpoint the microbes essential to making traditional mozzarella

Mozzarella is far more than just a pizza topping. A unique Italian cheese, buffalo mozzarella from Campania has been recognized as a delicacy and protected under EU law for nearly 30 years. But what makes this [Read More …]

Virtual Interview Contest Applications Open for Junior Holstein Members

August 18, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Junior Holstein members are encouraged to participate in the Virtual Interview Contest. The competition helps youth practice their resume and cover letter writing skills while receiving feedback from agricultural professionals. The virtual format of the [Read More …]

DairyVoice: Tony Hall of Lallemand on heat stress, why it matters and ways to help cows stay a little cooler.

Tony Hall of Lallemand Animal Nutrition talks with Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers about heat stress, why it matters and ways to help cows stay a little cooler. A deep dive in to practices [Read More …]

Picture perfect weather boosts Wisconsin State Fair attendance to 1,043,350 fairgoers

The numbers are in and officials are proclaiming the 172nd Wisconsin State Fair a success, with 1,043,350 fairgoers attending the 11-day event in West Allis, Wisconsin. “We’re blown away by the commitment our incredible [Read More …]

UPDATE 1-Global dairy prices fall to five-year low on soft Chinese demand

GDT Price Index drops 7.4% Whole milk prices slide to lowest since 2016 (Adds background and economist comments throughout story) Aug 15 (Reuters) – International dairy prices are now on average at their lowest [Read More …]

Dairy MAX Connects with ProStart Culinary Students

From culinary kitchens to dairy farms, Dairy MAX connects with people to share the sustainable and nutritious attributes of dairy. Dairy MAX is investing in the future of food service, and that dedication was recently [Read More …]

Alum partners with CALS through US Dairy’s Net Zero Initiative

Noblehurst Farms, a seventh-generation, multi-family dairy farm co-owned by Rob Noble ’79, is helping shift the dairy industry toward greenhouse gas neutrality through an on-farm research partnership with Cornell CALS’ Nutrient Management Spear Program. The [Read More …]

Opportunity Knocks! Ag Impact Statement Program Manager

DATCP is recruiting for an Agricultural Impact Statement Program Manager/ Conservation Land Use Specialist to join our team! Major responsibilities include: Preparation and publication of Agricultural Impact Statements (AIS) for public projects including highways, transmission lines, pipelines, airports, and [Read More …]

New IPS Sire Achievements

International Holstein Sires (IPS) continues to reach new milestones with genomic tested sires. The August sire summaries added notable achievements. “Each sire summary reveals new stars in the IPS Holstein genomic tested lineup. Our continued [Read More …]

“’Adopt a Cow’ Program Brings Agriculture to the Classroom, Registration Closes Sept. 15

Individuals Can Spread the Word About the Free Program Through Postcards and Social Media Discover Dairy’s “Adopt a Cow” program opened for enrollment for the 2023-24 school year on May 1 and closes on September [Read More …]

2024 World Ag Expo® Innovation Contest and Seminar Applications Open

World Ag Expo® showcases the latest in innovation and education. Exhibitors and ag experts can now apply to put their mark on the 2024 show via the Top-10 New Products Contest and the Seminar series.The [Read More …]

Influencers Dairy Girl Fitness and Jessica Peters to lead College Aggies Online dairy week

More than $20,000 in scholarship awards available to participants The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2023 College Aggies Online (CAO) program kicks off on September 11, beginning with a dairy theme during week one. Emily Schaapman, [Read More …]

Commercial Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program

PRO-DAIRY continues to lead the Commercial Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program, providing valuable information on the rapidly changing options related to corn hybrid selection, addressing both agronomic and nutritional aspects of corn silage to the [Read More …]

2023 Ohio State Fair Butter Cow Display

The 2023 butter cow display at the Ohio State Fair celebrates Ohio’s rich history of innovation and honors several notable Ohio inventors and their groundbreaking inventions that improved lives around the world. Along with the [Read More …]

Cross Merchandising and Secondary Placement

We work to make sure dairy ends up in every grocery basket. For customers who are shopping for a single meal, the dairy case is often too far to go. Our front-end merchandising moves dairy [Read More …]

Junior Dairy Leader graduation

Mentoring youth for successful careers in the dairy industry Enthusiasm was palpable at Junior DAIRY LEADER graduation, held in August on the Cornell campus at Morrison Hall. The day is a culmination of an intense year of [Read More …]

IDFA Opens Nominations for Annual Industry Awards, Adds ‘Workplace of the Year’ Award to Annual Honors

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is seeking nominations for four top awards presented annually to leaders in the dairy industry. Nominations open today and will close on Friday, Oct. 27. Winners will be announced [Read More …]

New Exhibitors Join Line-Up for 2023 Farm Science Review

More than 50 companies will join the ranks as exhibitors for the 61st Farm Science Review Sept. 19-21 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center. The new exhibitors represent various sectors in the agriculture industry including [Read More …]

The GROWMARK Foundation Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients

Fifty-five students have been selected to receive scholarships totaling $2,000 each through the GROWMARK Foundation. More than 500 students from across the United States and Ontario, Canada, applied for the scholarships. Students who received the [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 22-45) working in the dairy industry. Full-time dairy producers who apply for YDLI will [Read More …]

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CRV bulls prove internationally that efficiency goes hand-in-hand with longevity and health

The efficiency with which cows convert feed into milk is largely responsible for the profitability of dairy farming around the world. With FeedExcel, CRV has developed a breeding strategy that helps farmers breed a herd [Read More …]

Butter Sculpture Begins In Syracuse

More than 800 pounds of butter has arrived at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, N.Y., as construction of one of Central New York’s best-kept secrets and most beloved attractions gets underway – the 55th Annual American Dairy Association North [Read More …]

Dairy Financial Conference to Feature Two Panel Discussions on Climate-Smart Opportunities and Performance Indicators