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The Healthy Fluid Milk Incentive Project titled “Add Milk!” provides a dollar-for-dollar match to SNAP participants who purchase nutrient-dense, low-fat and skim milk products A nutrition incentive program that helps low-income families purchase healthy fluid [Read More …]

Nelson announced as Deputy Director of State Department of Agriculture

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) announced today that Katie Nelson has been selected as Deputy Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. “We are so excited to promote a longstanding public servant, like [Read More …]

Dairy MAX Embarks on 11th Year Hosting Passion for Pints Blood Drives

For the past 11 years, Dairy MAX has partnered with local blood centers during the month of June to host Passion for Pints blood drives. The blood drives are held in conjunction with the celebration of National Dairy Month, [Read More …]

Farm Bureau Continues to Advance Farmers’ Right to Repair

The American Farm Bureau Federation signed a memorandum of understanding with CLAAS of America, providing even more farmers and ranchers the right to repair their own farm equipment. The MOU follows similar agreements AFBF entered [Read More …]

Starbar® Protection At Low Levels

Starbar® fly baits and abatement strips are specifically designed for use in areas of your operation where fly activity is prevalent at low levels. These products take into account the fact that flies tend to feed [Read More …]

DATCP Announces Appointments to Leadership

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski has announced Mike Strigel as Assistant Deputy Secretary, Robby Personette as Administrator of the Division of Agricultural Resource Management, and Michelle Reinen as [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: John Ellsworth talks with dairy farmer Paul Danbom of Hilmar, California on labor, diversification, and management techniques

Johh Ellsworth of Success Strategies speaks with dairy farmer Paul Danbom of Hilmar, California. Their timely discussion covers challenges, opportunities and the huge issue of lack of profitability. They focus on milk income, feed costs, [Read More …]

Local Farmers Teach Kids About Dairy at Fuel Up to Play 60 Events

Dairy farmers and dairy promoters from across the region teamed up with American Dairy Association North East to help build trust in dairy with hundreds of students at seven Fuel Up to Play 60 Touchdown [Read More …]

Meet a Wisconsin Dairy Farmer: Vision Aire Farms

Caring for the cows, land, and people are the “vision” at Vision Aire Farms in Eldorado. Janet Clark and her husband joined her family farm in 2010. She grew up on this farm and [Read More …]

American Agri-Women Gather in Washington, DC

Women in agriculture from throughout the U.S. recently gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 37th Annual American Agri-Women (AAW) Fly-In to D.C. and the 28th Annual Symposium. The group met with elected officials and policymakers [Read More …]

Topcon Introduces New Feed Management Platform Options for Optimizing Resources

Topcon Agriculture announces advances in its TAP FEED management cloud-based software platform for dairy and beef operations. Platform options now include the free TAP FEED App, and the subscription-based TAP FEED Lite and TAP Feed Pro for [Read More …]

“Let’s Eat Healthy Together” series wins two Telly Awards

Dairy Council of California, a nutrition organization working together with champions to elevate the health of children and communities through lifelong healthy eating patterns, has been awarded two Telly Awards for its “Let’s Eat Healthy [Read More …]

Governor Shapiro and Secretary Redding Celebrate Dairy Month, Highlight Budget Investments in Agriculture at Reinford Farms in Juniata County

Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding toured Reinford Farms in Juniata County to celebrate dairy month and highlight the Governor’s budget proposals to support the farmers and small businesses who make Pennsylvania a national [Read More …]

American Agri-Women “Road to Influence” Leadership Program Announced and Now Open for Applications.

Applications Due June 21st. American Agri-Women (AAW) members can apply now for the “AAW’s Road to Influence” personal and leadership development program. The group is making history with this unique program that is for women [Read More …]

Kyle Walden Joins Meristem Team

Experienced Agronomy Manager To Serve Growers and Develop Dealers in North Dakota Experienced crop input specialist Kyle Walden has joined Meristem Crop Performance® Group, LLC (www.MeristemAg.com), one of the fastest-growing crop input suppliers in America. [Read More …]

Is There an Ideal Voluntary Waiting Period for Inseminating Your Dairy Cows?

After calving, the reproductive tract of the cow takes 30 to 40 days to undergo a proper involution, a reduction of the size and weight of the uterus, after normal calving. Fertility will increase until [Read More …]

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OPS 2023 to feature new activities and expanded trade show floor

With one month to go, Organic Produce Summit BB #:348436 2023 is on track to be the largest in the event’s history and will include several new additions to a robust two-day gathering celebrating the world of [Read More …]

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards nearly $60,000 in scholarships

Annually, the foundation recognizes Ohio students for their academic effort, community engagement and career interests that link agriculture to community service, education or scientific research. Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation recently awarded nearly $60,000 in scholarships [Read More …]

AstraZeneca announces innovative partnership with Vanguard Renewables to decarbonize its United States sites

Agreement will deliver renewable natural gas to U.S. research and manufacturing sites, starting in Newark, Delaware, and accelerate progress on global emissions reduction targets New partnership leverages food and agricultural waste to power sites, contributing to the [Read More …]

USDA Launches Effort to Strengthen Substantiation of Animal-Raising Claims

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that it is implementing a multi-step effort aimed at strengthening the substantiation of animal-raising claims. This action builds on the significant work USDA has already undertaken to [Read More …]

Registration Open for INAgLaw’s Workshop – Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm

June 14, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Registration is now open for the 10th annual Indiana Agricultural Law Foundation’s (INAgLaw) Estate & Succession Planning for the Family Farm workshop. The program will be held via webcast and will be free of charge for [Read More …]

Starbucks furthers commitment to sustainable dairy

At Starbucks, we’ve always been committed to working alongside communities to help people thrive and protect the planet. Since the introduction of our first Caffè Latte in 1984, cow’s milk has been an integral ingredient [Read More …]

Biden Administration Announces Over $700 Million to Connect People in Rural Areas to High-Speed Internet

June 14, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Funding Part of Investing in America Agenda U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural residents, farmers and business owners in 19 states to [Read More …]

National Dairy Month — dairy foods a key part of healthy diet

In recognition of National Dairy Month (June), the Dairy Council of California has partnered with the San Francisco 49ers football club for an informative video about dairy’s important contributions to supporting nutrition security and healthy communities. California [Read More …]

Lallemand Animal Nutrition now accepting applications for ninth annual Forward scholarship

$14,000 will be awarded to five students in 2023, applications due Sept. 30 Lallemand Animal Nutrition is excited to offer, for the ninth consecutive year, the Lallemand Forward Scholarship for students pursuing degrees in agriculture. The 2023 [Read More …]

Explore The Benefits Of Modern Dairy By Tuning In To AEM’s Upcoming Webinar

To celebrate National Dairy Month in June AEM, in partnership with Dairy Farmers of America and The National Milk Producers Federation, is pleased to present findings from the recently released Environmental Benefits of Modern Dairy, Hay and Forage [Read More …]

Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awards $126,000 in scholarships to MSU students for 2022-23

The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awarded $126,000 in scholarships to Michigan State University (MSU) students pursuing dairy industry-related programs of study for the 2022-23 academic year. The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation [Read More …]

Maximize Internship Experience with PDPW Accelerate™ Workshop for College Students

Employers can invest in intern success with new one-day workshop opportunity Internships are a valuable part of the college experience for many students, providing real-world experience to enhance classroom learnings. Invest in the next generation [Read More …]

Biden Administration Announces Over $700 Million to Connect People in Rural Areas to High-Speed Internet