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A team of Utah State University students majoring in food science answered the challenge of developing a dairy-based product for “gamers” during National Dairy Council’s New Product Competition. Students Nathan Pougher, Melissa Marsh, Chandler [Read More …]

Nominations Open for the Second-Annual FARM Excellence Awards

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program Excellence Awards are back for the second year. The prestigious awards recognize farms and evaluators who demonstrate excellence in their engagement with the FARM Program. “We are thrilled [Read More …]

The International Workshop on Agritourism is coming to Vermont!

This is a rare opportunity for our state to host this international event! You’re invited to join agriculture and tourism industry professionals from around the world for the International Workshop on Agritourism! This exciting event, [Read More …]

Milkshakes vs. smoothies? Californians divided

Californians are divided by generation and gender on frozen drinks, other dairy snacks in new survey Milkshakes vs. smoothies? Summertime and snacking go hand-in-hand, creating small moments of happiness at home and on-the-go. Data from [Read More …]

Center taps Reed to aid in farm transition & transformation

July 13, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dr. Brian Reed has extensive experience working with dairy farm families To help Pennsylvania dairy farm families with transition planning and business management consulting, the Center for Dairy Excellence has tapped Dr. Brian Reed to [Read More …]

Take Your Fly Control Efforts to the Next Level

Flies on a dairy are more than just a nuisance, they contribute to a loss in production, spread diseases and annoy both your herd and employees. Protecting your dairy against fly infestations can make for [Read More …]

Unlock improved livestock water quality this summer

Remember the 4 Cs when the heat of summer threatens livestock water quality. Water is a crucial part of summer success in livestock operations; however, water quality can oftentimes be overlooked. When temperature increases from [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Awards $65,000 in Higher Education Scholarships

Farm Credit East, the Northeast’s largest agricultural lender, recently awarded $65,000 in higher education scholarships to 38 student recipients. Farm Credit East’s scholarship program supports students with diverse career aspirations in agriculture, commercial fishing, forest [Read More …]

American Dairy Coalition announces federal milk pricing policy priorities

American Dairy Coalition, a grassroots dairy farmer-led organization, has been engaging farmers and industry in discussion of the future of milk pricing since 2020. That’s when the unintended consequences of the Class I price formula change, which passed [Read More …]

Langer Farms & Ag Services Teams Up With Meristem to Serve Wisconsin Farmers

“Our success is dependent on the success we are able to bring to farmers. Teaming with Meristem will help us help them.” Langer Farms & Ag Services started as an idea on a 200-acre family [Read More …]

4 EPIROS cheese products were awarded with the highest distinction at the “DLG Awards 2022”

Four EPIROS products received the Gold award from the leading German Quality Certification Organization DLG, during the DLG Awards 2022, highlighting once again the high level of quality, taste and innovation that characterizes the [Read More …]

DCRC webinar addresses reproductive protocols

“Research reveals new optimizations for GnRH in reproductive protocols” is the featured topic for the July 26 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar. The free webinar starts at 2 p.m. Central time (U.S./Canada). John Lee, [Read More …]

Ports momentum must continue, Rice says

The Ocean Shipping Reform Act is now law, but much more is needed to ensure reliable exports of U.S. dairy products to the overseas markets that represent the industry’s future, said Tony Rice, trade policy manager for [Read More …]

Rail Order Delays, Empty Exports and Equipment Shortages – Transportation Disruptions Persist

Market access is vital to the operation of any business, including farms and ranches across the United States. The complex system of highways, rail lines, rivers and flight paths crisscrossing the nation, and ocean ports [Read More …]

USA Animal Feed Market – Forecasts from 2022 to 2027

The “USA Animal Feed Market – Forecasts from 2022 to 2027” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. “USA Animal Feed Market – Forecasts from 2022 to 2027” Tweet this Growing consumer awareness about the safety of animal [Read More …]

Applications sought for dairy and research promotion projects

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board announces request for applications for projects promoting, researching NY’s dairy industry The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has announced that the Dairy Promotion Order (DPO) Advisory Board [Read More …]

NMPF farmers speak out on sustainability, trade & Farm Bill

Listening session was held recently at California State University, Fresno by Rep. Jim Costa, D-CA Dairy producers from NMPF member cooperatives urged Congress to create greater opportunities for enhanced environmental stewardship, promote exports and craft [Read More …]

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Farm Bureau awards nearly $9,500 to recognize excellence in ag literacy

Grants are funded through the White-Reinhardt Fund for Education program The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has awarded $9,400 in grants to recognize the remarkable agricultural literacy programs of ten state and county Farm Bureaus. The grants are [Read More …]

Ag Progress Days features engaging field demonstrations and workshops

July 12, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The popular research tours will be offered again When it comes to showcasing the latest in agricultural goods and services, equipment, and technology, few events can match Penn State’s Ag Progress Days, slated for Aug. [Read More …]

Bears Out in Full Force During Holiday-Shortened Week

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending July 8, 2022 Prices for dairy commodities moved lower both at home and abroad as the markets sort through supply and demand dynamics. Concerns about economic cooling, [Read More …]

Deploying Zero-Emission Equipment? Get Paid.

July 27, 2022 | 1:00 p.m. Eastern Producers and supply chain leaders are rapidly decarbonizing their fuels and equipment to meet changing regulation and to realize ESG / sustainability goals. Upfront costs can be [Read More …]

Hear from federal dairy food regulators at IDFA’s Regulatory RoundUP!

Hear from federal dairy food regulators at IDFA’s Regulatory RoundUP! Are you finding it hard to make sense of the regulations that govern our food manufacturing sector? Want to get more engaged with policymakers? This [Read More …]

KDA Seeks Nominations for Kansas Ag Heroes

Do you know someone in your community who has made an outstanding contribution to agriculture this year? Nominate them to be recognized as one of the 2022 Kansas Ag Heroes at this summer’s Ag Growth [Read More …]

Journal of Dairy Science® Journal Impact Factor increases to 4.225

JDS® ranks sixth by Impact Factor among Agriculture, Dairy, and Animal Science journals According to new statistics released in Clarivate’s Journal Citation Reports™, the Journal Impact Factor for the Journal of Dairy Science (JDS) increased [Read More …]

Grazing During the Summer Slump

During hot, dry weather, such as the summer months, we need to adjust our grazing strategies to maintain pasture longevity and soil health. Many grazers and agricultural professionals will refer to the hot, dry part [Read More …]

NMPF co-op farmers speak out on sustainability, trade and Farm Bill

Dairy producers from NMPF member cooperatives urged Congress to create greater opportunities for enhanced environmental stewardship, promote exports and craft farm bill programs that aid dairy farmers of all sizes in all regions in a [Read More …]

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