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Data Distillations is published quarterly and utilizes Rock River Laboratory’s vast database of feedstuff information from across the United States, along with our expert team, to share important insights. In an effort to help the [Read More …]

DCHA auction generates $15,000 for scholarship fund

The Dairy Calf & Heifer Association (DCHA) celebrated its heritage and legacy by holding a reunion and auction in conjunction with its annual conference and trade show, held April 11-13, in Prior Lake, Minn. The [Read More …]

USDA Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Under Secretary Taylor Launches Trade Mission to the Netherlands

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor launched the first-ever regional agribusiness trade mission to the Netherlands in Amsterdam. Under Secretary Taylor and her delegation of [Read More …]

Apply for Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge by May 12

The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online for the 2024 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Now in its 10th year, this national business competition showcases U.S. startup [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Alliance releases updated Sustainability Impact Report in advance of Earth Day

Sustainability conversation to continue at Alliance’s 2023 Stakeholders Summit The Animal Agriculture Alliance released its updated Sustainability Impact Report ahead of Earth Day on April 22. The U.S. farm and food community continues to be [Read More …]

USDA Invests Over $46M in Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $46 million in the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program, which has funded farmer-driven grants and grassroots education programs resulting in [Read More …]

Real California Milk Launches Second Volume In California Freesyle Ad Campaign

In Support of California Dairy California Freestyle: The Remix features music tracks and videos connecting the unique sounds, flavors, and locations of the Golden State Vivid colors, diverse locations and delectable foods made delicious with [Read More …]

A manure digester in Northwest Ohio converts energy stored in cow manure

The Weaver Family: Dairy Farmers from Montpelier, Ohio The Weaver family has been involved in dairy farming for six generations and purchased Bridgewater Dairy in 1998. Chris and his father Leon have grown their farm [Read More …]

USDA Offers New Funding to Promote the Expansion of High-Speed Internet in Rural Areas

$20 million in Technical Assistance Funding is Available to Plan High-Speed Internet Projects in Rural Communities U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $20 million to deliver broadband technical assistance resources for [Read More …]

Strengthening sustainable livestock systems through animal science

State-of-the-art facility to improve reproductive strategies, impact industry through innovative technologies in field and classroom Reproduction issues are a major concern for livestock producers as they can greatly affect their bottom line and ultimately impact [Read More …]

Dr. Chris Wolf to Discuss Federal Milk Market Order Reform During Webinar on April 26

The Free Webinar Will Be Held on April 26 at 12 p.m. and Provide Dairy Market Updates The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting a special edition of its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on [Read More …]

Proper Semen Handling Techniques

Proper semen handling is crucial for the overall reproductive success of an operation utilizing artificial insemination. Artificial insemination is used to enhance the production potential of the operation, rapidly implement new genetics or consolidate calving. [Read More …]

Clover Sonoma® Sets Itself Apart from the Herd

Debut of Clover the Rainbow® Milk with a Splash of Flavor: USDA Organic, 2% Lactose Free Milk with No to Low Added Sugar Available in Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry Clover Sonoma®, a third-generation family-owned and [Read More …]

Risk Management Agency Adds Tropical Storm Option to Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index Endorsement

Farm Credit East and Crop Growers, LLP are pleased the Risk Management Agency (RMA) has announced the addition of Tropical Storm (TS) coverage as an option to the Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) endorsements for [Read More …]

ARM & HAMMER™ Launches Advancing Sustainability Series on Food Chain Chats

The #ScienceHearted team at Arm & Hammer Animal and Food Production aim to support customers across the food system with the products, technologies and resources they need to achieve their sustainability goals. To further this commitment, ARM [Read More …]

Northern PA Dairy Producers: Join Us at Free Workshop on April 25

If you’re a dairy producer in Northern Pennsylvania, or know someone who is, join us for the last Animal Care Workshop in the series! The free workshop will be held in Potter County, Pa. next Tuesday, April 25 [Read More …]

CDFA Announces Awards For $12.8 Million For The California Underserved And Small Producer Grant Program

For The California Underserved And Small Producer Grant Program The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Office of Farm Equity announces that it is awarding $12.8 million in grants to 14 projects throughout the [Read More …]

Register for Dairy Council’s Virtual Meet & Greet

I would like to invite you to join Dairy Council of California’s VIRTUAL Meet and Greet. This virtual event is an opportunity to connect with Dairy Council of CA and learn about how we elevate the health [Read More …]

American Agri-Women Decide Legislative Policy Positions

Mid-Year Policy Meeting Held Recently in Nashville, Tenn. American Agri-Women (AAW) updated its legislative policy positions in the areas of natural resources, commodities and education, and ag business and economics at its annual mid-year meeting [Read More …]

Can CRISPR Cut Methane Emissions From Cow Guts?

TED Audacious Project Funds $70-Million UC Collaboration for Health, Climate University of California, Davis, scientists are teaming up with UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco researchers on a $70-million donor-funded initiative that aims in part [Read More …]

Vytelle Closes $20MM in Series B Funding to Accelerate Genetic Progress in Cattle

Vytelle, a precision livestock company, has raised $20MM in Series B funding to accelerate genetic progress in cattle. With this new investment, Vytelle will continue to expand its global operations, while delivering the most accessible, reliable, [Read More …]

Purdue receives USDA grants for sustainable agriculture projects

Purdue University has received two grants of $1 million each from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture for five-year projects to enhance sustainable agricultural systems. One grant is part of a $10 million project led [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Hosts Annual State Legislative Conference

Hundreds of farmers traveled to Harrisburg to discuss Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s (PFB) priorities for 2023 with state lawmakers as part of PFB’s annual State Legislative Conference on Tuesday. PFB members and lawmakers heard from key [Read More …]

Denmark – Changing a Carbon Footprint to a Handprint for Climate Sustainability

Secretary Ross is leading a climate and trade delegation to Denmark and the Netherlands to focus on building partnerships for California. As the EU moves forward on an ambitious green transition, Denmark is a leading [Read More …]

DCRC beef x dairy webinar

Join us for the next DCRC Webinar on April 20, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central (Chicago) time. Presented by Dr. Dale Woerner. This DCRC webinar is FREE for members, $50 for non-members that would like to receive a [Read More …]

Managing for Water Quality and Soil Health

April 18, 2023 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM Hybrid Event In-person at Cayuga County Soil & Water Conservation District (Auburn, NY) Online via Zoom Please join us to learn about tile drainage on local farms. [Read More …]

DCHA auction generates $15,000 for scholarship fund

The Dairy Calf & Heifer Association (DCHA) celebrated its heritage and legacy by holding a reunion and auction in conjunction with its annual conference and trade show, held April 11-13, in Prior Lake, Minn. The [Read More …]

Sunshine equals savings at Kibler Dairy Farms

At Garry Kibler Jr.’s 320-cow dairy outside Warren, OH, sunshine = savings. That’s because the investment Kibler Dairy Farms, which he runs with his brother, Cory, and his father, Garry Sr., made in solar panels [Read More …]

Summer is Almost Here: It’s Time to do Heat Abatement Maintenance

Inspect and perform maintenance on sprinklers, shade structures and cloths, fans and other ventilation systems, and water systems before the temperature rises. It has been well established in the dairy industry that heat stress negatively [Read More …]

Tracking Federal Milk Marketing Order Policy Developments