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It’s easy to become numb to the over-polished signaling that often passes as discourse in Washington, but sometimes reading things closely reveals interesting nuggets that show how an official is weighing a decision or [Read More …]

Wisconsin wheat production and hay stocks

May hay stocks up but wheat yield forecasts are down from last year All hay stored on Wisconsin farms as of May 1, 2022, was estimated at 630,000 tons, up 11 percent from May 1, [Read More …]

Dairy Girl Network announces 4th Annual Forward TogetHER Conference

Conference will be held at Mystic Lake Center, Prior Lake, Minn. on November 1-3, 2022 The Dairy Girl Network (DGN), an organization supporting all women in dairy by enhancing lives and creating opportunities, is [Read More …]

GROWMARK Announces 2022 Summer Interns

May 18, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

After two years of offering a hybrid program, the GROWMARK/FS System is pleased to welcome its newest class of interns back in-person for the complete immersive experience. Seventy-four interns were selected during a rigorous application [Read More …]

Published meta-analysis found lactating dairy cows respond positively to a rumen-protected B vitamin blend

Jefo, a world leader in animal health and nutrition, released the results of a meta-analysis1 assessing the lactational performance of dairy cows receiving a rumen-protected B vitamin (RPBV) blend consisting of folic acid, B12, pyridoxine, [Read More …]

2022 Advanced Dairy Nutrition Shortcourse

June 6 – 9, 2022 Cornell University | Ithaca, New York Course Summary Presented as a partnership between Cornell University Animal Science and Miner Institute, the Advanced Dairy Nutrition and Management Shortcourse is conducted in even calendar years [Read More …]

IDFA Rejects Canadian Announcement of USMCA Tariff Rate Quota Compliance; Urges USTR to Act Swiftly

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), speaking on behalf of the full U.S. dairy supply chain, rejects the Government of Canada’s changes to how dairy tariff rate quotas (TRQs) are allocated under the United [Read More …]

IDFA Welcomes the Nomination of USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor, Urges Confirmation

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association, released the following statement today in support of the nomination of Alexis Taylor, a veteran of Capitol Hill, the U.S. Department of [Read More …]

Eight Registered Holstein Herds Earn 2021 Herd of Excellence Distinction

Holstein Association USA’s 2021 Herds of Excellence recipients have bred and developed herds with superior production and type. Given annually, the award recognizes outstanding Registered Holstein® breeders who have achieved the best of both [Read More …]

Cheese, Cheese, Cheese

The prior post covered the financial shifts of butter prices, the reasons behind them, and the impact on producer milk prices. This post will cover the more complicated financial shifts of cheese prices. Chart I shows the [Read More …]

7HO12111 DRAGONHEART reaches millionaire status

Just shy of his tenth birthday, 7HO12111 Mr OCD Epic DRAGONHEART-ET (VG-87) reached an impressive milestone of one million units sold. DRAGONHEART will join his maternal grandsire, 7HO8081 PLANET, to be the thirteenth millionaire [Read More …]

Setting calves up for a successful transition

What is an area where you would like to improve your calf raising? The chances are that the post-weaning transition phase comes to mind. Calves go through many changes in the transition phase — this [Read More …]

Free ‘Choose PA Dairy’ Garden Flags Now Available

June is only two weeks away! To help celebrate Pennsylvania dairy during June Dairy Month and beyond, and showcase the value of dairy farming in our communities, we have free outdoor garden flags available while supplies last. Our [Read More …]

Dairy groups endorse Alexis Taylor nomination as USDA trade official

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) today praised the nomination of Alexis Taylor to serve as USDA’s Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. “This position [Read More …]

DATCP’s Farm Center Makes Mental Health Support for Farmers, Farm Families a Priority

I have always considered it a privilege to have grown up on a dairy farm in central Wisconsin. I have so much respect for my dad and his two brothers’ commitment to operating their [Read More …]

Thirteen-Year-Old Cow Named 2021 Star of the Breed

The Star of the Breed award was introduced in 2007 to honor an elite Registered Holstein® cow with outstanding production and exceptional type. With a classification score of EX-97 4E and lifetime production record of over [Read More …]

ODPA’s 5th Annual Golf Outing

You’re invited to join ODPA on the golf course for ODPA’s annual Golf Outing on Friday, June 3, 2022 at Mohican Hills Golf Club in Ashland County. Why Participate? To have fun!Bring a friend and enjoy a day [Read More …]

Prepare for Summer with Next Week’s Episodes of The Dairy Signal™

Experts will discuss heat stress prevention in humans, heat’s effect on cows, fire prevention With warmer temperatures and more exposure to the sun just around the corner, next week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal™ [Read More …]

Sustainable food systems, influencer engagement and farm security

Topics covered at 2022 Summit First in-person Summit since 2019 brings diverse group of stakeholders to Kansas City The Animal Agriculture Alliance wrapped up its 2022 Stakeholders Summit today, themed “Come Together for Animal [Read More …]

USDA Issues WASDE Report for May

USDA issued its World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates on May 12. Milk production for 2023 is forecast above 2022 driven by gains in milk per cow, with the milk cow herd expected to [Read More …]

Our 2021 ESG Report: Building on our longstanding commitment to social responsibility

Driving impact for communities and the planet for a better tomorrow As a century-old, member-owned cooperative, we take seriously our role as a force for good in our communities and for our planet. We’re [Read More …]

Alouette Introduces Brie for Grilling and Brings Back Brie for Baking

Both products are designed to hold the perfect, melty texture and can stand up to high heat. Savencia Cheese USA announces the return of Brie for Baking and proudly introduces a new brie product perfect [Read More …]

Application deadline for 2022 Dairy Industry Safety Recognition Awards extended to May 27

The annual Dairy Industry Safety Recognition Awards program, co-sponsored by IDFA and Dairy Foods magazine, honors U.S. dairy facilities and trucking operations for outstanding worker safety. Now in its 19th year, the program continues to [Read More …]

Zoetis Supports Families of America’s Military Heroes With $122,000 Donation

Folds of Honor receives first-quarter donation from Zoetis Representatives from Zoetis presented the company’s first donation to Folds of Honor yesterday to help support the work of the nonprofit in honoring America’s heroes. Based [Read More …]

Glanbia Nutritionals acquires two companies to expand its bioactive and healthy snacking solution capabilities

Glanbia Nutritionals has acquired Sterling Technology, a US-based leading manufacturer of dairy bioactive solutions derived from bovine colostrum, for $60 million plus deferred consideration. Colostrum is an ingredient used in the growing immunity and gut health [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Seeking Media Interns For 2022 Event

As the 55th World Dairy Expo approaches, Expo is searching for college students who are passionate about the dairy industry to be part of the 2022 media team. Four students have the opportunity to [Read More …]

New Commercial Feed Regulations Aim To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions By helping To Decrease Food Waste

May 16, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Commercial Feed Regulatory Program has announced new regulations supporting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by redirecting human food by-products to livestock feed, instead of going [Read More …]

Dairy Markets Search for Equilibrium

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending May 13, 2022 The dairy markets are still concerned about demand. Global milk output is growing slowly and dairy product inventories are not burdensome. But tight supplies [Read More …]

Why Consumers Accept or Reject Ag and Food Technology