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Two strong dairy technology innovators converge to deliver needed solution AMS Galaxy USA is excited to announce that we have expanded our collaborative relationship with Madero Dairy Systems. As of September 1, 2021, AMS [Read More …]

Observations from 2021 corn silage plot harvest

The six locations of the NY VT Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program were harvested between September 3 and September 17 (with planting dates of May 7 to May 20). As the waiting game begins for [Read More …]

HerdDogg joins dairy-science SmartHolstein Project

There’s a research project underway in Kentucky called the WKU SmartHolstein Lab. Its aim is to lead Holstein and dairy advancements through research, development, and outreach in technologies, analytics, and genetics. Data collection [Read More …]

Plug and Play Topeka’ Selects Round Two of Ag-tech, Animal-Health Startups for Accelerator Program

Premiere innovation program brings together startups from around the globe to capitalize on Topeka’s robust animal-health and agricultural economic ecosystem GO Topeka announced today that Plug and Play, a global innovation platform that creates industry-specific [Read More …]

NFU Announces Campaign to Fight Monopolies in Agriculture

Today, National Farmers Union, a national organization advocating on behalf of nearly 200,000 American farm families and their communities, launched Fairness for Farmers. This campaign seeks to rally Americans to urge their Congressional leaders and [Read More …]

PDPW Value-Added Dairy Tours Include Discussions and Inside Looks at Dairy and Beef Processing, Retail Sales, and Renewable Natural Gas Production

Tours on Oct. 13-14 to feature five farms with diverse approaches and value streams Retail sales, on-farm processing and capturing value from methane, manure or other byproducts are just a few of the ways [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Adapts with New Event Schedule

Dairy farmers adapt every day, and now it’s World Dairy Expo’s turn. Beginning in 2022, World Dairy Expo® will be held Sunday through Friday while remaining at its home in Madison, Wisconsin, the Alliant Energy [Read More …]

American Dairy Coalition defends temporary return to Class I ‘higher of’ milk price formula until USDA hearing process evaluates options

There are several key reasons American Dairy Coalition supports a temporary return to the previous Class I milk pricing formula using the ‘higher of’ Classes III or IV, until a USDA hearing process can evaluate [Read More …]

It’s time to register for the 2021 Joint Annual Meeting coordinated by the National Milk Producers Federation and Dairy Management Inc.

It’s time to register for the 2021 Joint Annual Meeting, coordinated by the National Milk Producers Federation and Dairy Management Inc. This will be an in-person conference bringing together dairy community leaders to the Mirage [Read More …]

Agrifirm and CRV will jointly conduct research into methane

The cooperative organisations Royal Agrifirm Group and CRV will start up a joint project designed to measure the methane emission of individual cows in actual practice. The purpose is to gain greater insight into the [Read More …]

#ClimateWeek — State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) helps farmers and ranchers save water

CDFA’s State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) was created to provide financial incentives for agricultural operations to invest in irrigation systems that save water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Eligible system components include soil moisture monitoring, [Read More …]

Professional consulting grants available in six key areas

September 28, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Once accepted into the program, farms can receive up to $3,500 The Center for Dairy Excellence is now accepting applications for the Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Grant Program for the 2021-22 year. The DDC [Read More …]

Gallagher Announces End of Tenure; Celebrates the Dairy Checkoff’s Strong Legacy. Board Transitions to Barbara O’Brien as CEO and Looks to Future

Dairy Management Inc., the dairy checkoff program that drives trust and sales of dairy products on behalf of America’s 31,000 dairy farm families and importers, announced today that Tom Gallagher has decided to conclude his [Read More …]

A Guide to Class I Milk Formula Options

Since the 2018 farm bill, the price for Class I milk, i.e., milk used to produce beverage milk products, has been calculated using the simple average of advanced Class III (cheese) and Class [Read More …]

Wisconsin Advocates for Agriculture at National Meeting

This week, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) leadership participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) annual meeting, contributing in policy committee discussions, taking part in business [Read More …]

New research demonstrates increased milk production and reduced greenhouse gas emissions when dairy cows are fed canola meal

A recently published research project found that canola meal improves the environmental footprint of milk production – reducing methane emissions and nitrogen losses, along with a boost in milk production. Published in the September [Read More …]

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NMC webinar offers ways to improve milk quality and milk quantity Learn how to detect ‘bottlenecks’ in your milking parlor

“Improving milkability without testing equipment” headlines the National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) next webinar, set for Nov. 2, starting at 2 p.m. Central time (U.S/Canada). This free, one-hour educational offering features David Reid, a past NMC [Read More …]

Feeding America’s MealConnect Coordinates 3 Billion Pounds of Rescued Food, Expands Capabilities for Farmers

A $2 Million Grant from the General Mills Foundation Enabled Expanded MealConnect Capabilities, Including New Mobile-Friendly Design and Ability to Connect Food Banks with Farmers to Rescue Produce Across the Country Feeding America® announced [Read More …]

Webinar Series: Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling

October 20-21, 2021 | 1:00 p.m. Eastern IDFA’s popular “Introduction to Dairy Product Labeling” is back this fall with the most up-to-date, essential information you need to produce compliant and effective labels for your products. This [Read More …]

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Forty leading organizations, including 11 of the 20 largest dairy companies in the world, among first to support new global “Pathways to Dairy Net Zero” climate initiative

Pathways to Dairy Net Zero, a ground-breaking new climate initiative, is launching today during Climate Week and just prior to the United Nations (UN) Food Systems Summit. Forty leading organizations, including 11 of the [Read More …]

FARM Releases Stakeholder Survey for Version 5.0

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today released its Animal Care Version 5.0 Stakeholder Survey. This survey will give dairy farmers, industry stakeholders, and partners an opportunity to provide early input on [Read More …]

Transfer Tax Could Impact a Huge Portion of US Farm Production

Potential changes to capital gains taxation at death for family farms has been a hot topic in agricultural circles over the last six months. Capital gains-related studies from EY, Texas A&M, University of Kentucky and Iowa State University released over the [Read More …]

N.Y. Dairy of Distinction Program recognizes industry supporters

Award recognizes efforts of individual or business has supported or contributed to program The New York Dairy of Distinction Program announced the 2021 recipients of the Person of Distinction Award and the Business [Read More …]

Does dairy benefit from the NFL partnership?

September 27, 2021 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

How does the dairy checkoff’s NFL partnership benefit our Fuel Up To Play 60 program in schools and help sell more dairy foods? How does the dairy checkoff’s NFL partnership benefit our Fuel Up To [Read More …]

Global and U.S. Milk Production Slows Down

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending September 24, 2021 Soaring temperatures in much of the country and unusually humid conditions in the Southwest added up to a lot of stress. National average milk [Read More …]

USDA and HHS Launch Resource Guide to Help Rural Communities Increase Access to Child Care Services

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Deputy Assistant Secretary for Early Childhood Development Katie Hamm today unveiled a joint [Read More …]

Famer Tax School Series Announced

Cornell Cooperative Extension offers an educational series to assist with farm income tax management Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm Business Management Specialists from across the state for their virtual Farmer Tax School, offered in [Read More …]

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