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Yet another iteration of federal rulemaking guiding regulation of Waters of the U.S., released Dec. 30, drew criticism from NMPF and numerous agricultural groups for adding unnecessary confusion for farmers. “NMPF is disappointed that once [Read More …]

U.S. Holding Canada Accountable for USMCA Violations

After a steady – and loud – drumbeat of NMPF and USDEC insistence that Canada must honor its dairy obligations in the U.S.-Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA), the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced Dec. 20 that [Read More …]

The Real California Milk Excelerator Powered by VentureFuel

“Even with the shelves of alt milks crowding grocery store coolers these days, the U.S. milk industry is a $15 billion category with 90% penetration, according to John Talbot, the CEO of the California Milk [Read More …]

Virtual Interview Contest Winners Announced

January 6, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Junior Holstein Association members put their interviewing skills to the test during the 2022 Virtual Interview Contest. The program was created in 2020 to help prepare youth for real world opportunities by sharpening their resume [Read More …]

Recap of DMI’s Presentation at the 2022 Joint Annual Meeting

DMI presents at the 2022 Joint Annual Meeting, including the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board, the National Milk Producers Federation, and United Dairy Industry Association from October 2022.

Staying Safe Around Electrical Hazards

Even though we’re in the heart of winter and you might not be doing fieldwork or working with as much machinery, electrical accidents are all too common on the farm. Working with electrical equipment [Read More …]

ODA introduces Beginning Farmer Tax Credit

Available to those who’ve recently entered the field and those who help beginning farmers The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is helping to ensure the next crop of Ohio producers has the resources to provide [Read More …]

California Farm Bureau reacts to ‘Waters of U.S.’ Rule

California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson expressed his concerns on behalf of farmers, ranchers and agricultural businesses in the state The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Dec. 30 released the revised definition of the “Waters [Read More …]

Begin year with a new focus on dairy finances

Limited spots for Levels 2 and 3 of 2022-23 PDPW Financial Literacy for Dairy Dairy farmers, veterinarians, nutritionists and other agribusiness professionals can start the new year with an elevated level of understanding about the [Read More …]

Butter Sculpture Unveiled

American Dairy Association North East, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, revealed the highly anticipated butter sculpture, a tableau that showcases the importance of the dairy industry’s traditions and its focus on sustainability. [Read More …]

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Wisconsin Holstein Association to recognize juniors

Junior award recipients will be recognized on Jan. 7 The Wisconsin Holstein Association (WHA) will hold its annual Junior Holstein Convention in collaboration with the Manitowoc Junior Holstein Association at the Holiday Inn in Manitowoc, [Read More …]

Your Money Matters: Setting Money Goals

Goal setting is a roadmap to success with a higher level of financial security, freedom, and literacy. Without a financial destination or a plan, we often find ourselves on convoluted paths toward meeting our needs, [Read More …]

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Registration now open for Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2023 Stakeholders Summit

Become “Partners in Progress” May 4-5 in Arlington, Va. The Animal Agriculture Alliance announced today that registration is now open for the 2023 Stakeholders Summit, themed “Partners in Progress: Building a Sustainable Future for Animal Ag.” The [Read More …]

USDA Announces February 10, 2023, Application Deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program

The next deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications to be considered for funding this year is February 10, 2023. The next deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications to be considered for funding this year is [Read More …]

Full disclosure: I work to reduce the footprint of animal agriculture

My response to The New York Times and Greenpeace articles on CLEAR Center Funding There’s a shocking revelation out there, and I am at the heart of it. Are you prepared for this? Animal [Read More …]

Minerva Dairy Hires Kenneth S. Ray as Director of Food Safety, Quality Assurance & Sanitation

The longtime food scientist will bring a new level of quality assurance and a deep knowledge of regulatory affairs to the fifth-generation family-owned company. Minerva Dairy announced today that Kenneth “Ken” S. Ray has joined the company [Read More …]

Chad Vincent Named One of Wisconsin’s Most Influential Business Leaders

Chad Vincent, CEO of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW), is featured in BizTimes Media’s “The Wisconsin 275” highlighting Wisconsin’s Most Influential Business Leaders of 2022. “I’m proud to be named a top influential business leader [Read More …]

The randomness of dairy reproduction

Most dairy farms today collect data by which they attempt to make informed decisions about how to manage their herds. There is an adage: If you can’t measure something, you can’t monitor it. And if [Read More …]

Free transportation available to attend PA Dairy Summit

PA dairy producers can get free transportation from Quarryville & Belleville The dairy industry is infused with opportunity, and the Pennsylvania Dairy Summit allows dairy professionals to learn from both industry experts and their peers [Read More …]

Farmer sentiment rebounds at year end on stronger 2022 income

U.S. farmers were more optimistic about both their current situation and expectations for the future Following a two-month decline and a year of weak sentiment, the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer closed out the year on [Read More …]

Should you sign up for 2023 Dairy Margin Coverage? Deadline extended

Dairy farms now have until January 31, 2023 to complete their enrollment The USDA recently announced an extended deadline to enroll in 2023 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC). Dairy farms now have until January 31, 2023 to complete [Read More …]

2023 Promises Policy Progress

January 4, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A Washington truism is that the period that occurs after an election cycle is complete, but the next one hasn’t yet overtaken everyone’s attention, is when policy gets done. That makes it important for this [Read More …]

Lancaster Dairy Farmer Helps Unveil Butter Sculpture at PA Farm Show

Tune in on Thursday, Jan. 5, at 10 a.m., on the ADA North East Facebook page, to watch Steve Harnish of Central Manor Dairy from Washington Boro, Pa., help unveil the butter sculpture at the [Read More …]

NMPF statement on new WOTUS rule

“NMPF is disappointed that once again dairy farmers, who every day strive to be leaders in environmental stewardship, may need to live under a WOTUS rule that is cumbersome, unclear and overly complicated. Because the [Read More …]

Fluid Milk Consumption Continues Downward Trend, Proving Difficult to Reverse

Fluid cow’s milk has long been a grocery staple for most U.S. households. However, as dietary habits change, individuals are drinking less milk on average. The USDA, Economic Research Service (ERS) Food Availability (Per Capita) Data [Read More …]

Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative: Need for ag workforce solutions remains

Dairy farmers disappointed by lack of ag labor reform Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the third-largest dairy cooperative in the country, issued a statement after Congress left any agricultural workforce legislation out of the omnibus spending [Read More …]

Predicting Dry Matter Intake – Comparing New Versus Old Approaches

The Extension dairy team evaluates the ration focused equation. Production perspective: The release of the 2021 Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle – Eighth Revised Edition offers two approaches to estimating dry matter intakes (DMI). One focuses on [Read More …]

Partnership with Western Kentucky University and Holstein Association USA

Collecting and measuring information from thousands of data points throughout a dairy operation is no small feat. Fortunately, today’s advances in on-farm technology make it easier to gain actionable insights into dairy herds. Cainthus by [Read More …]

Precise parlor data is a must for today’s dairy farms

Timely, accurate information is essential to optimize your farm’s potential There’s no doubt dairy farming is in the middle of a data-driven technological revolution. This trend opens new and exciting opportunities in cow care and [Read More …]

Sid Miller to be sworn in to 3rd term as Texas Agriculture Commissioner