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Funding to Assist Local Sponsors of Farmland Protection Efforts The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that $1 million is available to increase capacity within New York’s network of community-focused land trusts [Read More …]

MSU & Glanbia collaboration advances environmental sustainability

Processing billions of pounds of milk each year leaves little margin for error. At MWC, a state-of-the-art cheese and whey protein manufacturing facility in St. Johns, even minor disruptions in wastewater treatment can threaten production, environmental [Read More …]

USDA Launches TRUMP Mission to Vietnam to Expand Market Access for American Farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a Trade Reciprocity for U.S. Manufacturers and Producers (TRUMP) Mission to Vietnam this week to open new markets, strengthen export opportunities, and secure fair, reciprocal trade for American farmers, [Read More …]

More Than Food: Agriculture’s Economic Footprint

Each year, the Feeding the Economy report provides one of the most comprehensive looks at the full economic footprint of U.S. food and agriculture. While often discussed in terms of farm receipts or commodity production, the report [Read More …]

Animal Care Workshop in Lancaster County Next Week on March 31

You still have time to sign up for the free animal care workshop happening next week on March 31 at Roher Dairy in Lancaster County! We will also hold a free workshop at Tulpa Canal Farm in Berks County [Read More …]

Students Interested in Agriculture Awarded Scholarships from Compeer Financial

High school seniors across Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin earn scholarships worth $2,000 each Compeer Financial selected 105 high school seniors from 447 eligible applicants to receive a scholarship worth $2,000 toward the pursuit of a [Read More …]

Tricks of the Trade From PA Dairy Farmers & Dairy Market Trends

To help dairy producers learn from one another, the Center for Dairy Excellence has a monthly “Cow-Side Conversations” podcast series to share real-time farmer insight, tricks of the trade, and inspiring stories from dairies across [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Expo hits quarter-century milestone

The Central Plains Dairy Association celebrated in style as it executed its 25th Central Plains Dairy Expo (CPDE), March 17-19, in Sioux Falls, S.D. Since its inception, CPDE has served as a premier gathering for [Read More …]

As Dairy Gains National Momentum, Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Roll Out on City Buses

Iconic Wisconsin brands and personalities rally around farmers as Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin expands the Born to Dairy movement As dairy gains renewed national momentum for its nutritional value and role in balanced diets, Dairy [Read More …]

USDA Promotes New, Voluntary “Product of USA” Label

New guidance supports transparency, consumer trust, and American ranchers On National Agriculture Day, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign to inform meat, poultry, and egg [Read More …]

The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium announces collaboration with Chef Nick Curtola

Michelin-Starred Four Horsemen Chef Nick Curtola This year, Parmigiano Reggiano has announced a collaboration with Nick Curtola, Executive Chef at the highly acclaimed The Four Horsemen in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Nick Curtola’s accolades at The Four [Read More …]

FERAPPEASE ® Now Available in Multidose Jug

Streamlines Workflow and Reduces Cattle Stress As more dairy and cattle producers incorporate FerAppease® into their operations, FERA Diagnostics & Biologicals has introduced FerAppease mBAS 4L, a larger multidose option designed to support efficiency in [Read More …]

2026 Feeding the Economy Report released

Trade is playing an increasingly important role in the future of the U.S. dairy industry. The Feeding the Economy report released yesterday shows that fair, reciprocal trade creates growth opportunities for America’s dairy farmers and [Read More …]

Minnesota Farm Bureau Members Participate in Washington, D.C. Trip

Members and leaders of the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) traveled to Washington, D.C., March 16-19 to elevate Minnesota’s agricultural voices on national policy issues and strengthen relationships with key decision makers as they work [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Testifies on State of Maritime Supply Chain

Tony Rice, Senior Director of Trade Policy at the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), testified today before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust [Read More …]

Beef From Dairy Has Never Been a Sideline in Australia

For one long-established dairy farming family in Tasmania’s Central North, beef from dairy has never been a sideline – it’s been part of the business for generations. The current operators, Marcus and Zuleika (Zed) Crowden, [Read More …]

Farmer Share of Food Dollar Shrinks

In another sobering reminder of the economic challenges facing America’s farmers and ranchers, new data show that farmers’ share of the money consumers spend on food continues to shrink, even as expenses rise. The latest [Read More …]

ADC Survey Results: Farmers share key concerns with GHG data collection

ADC Survey Results Feb. 24 through March 14, 2026: “Are You in Control of Your Data?” Dairy farmers across the country are increasingly being asked to provide detailed operational data to cooperatives, proprietary processors, and [Read More …]

Why canola meal is a two-for-one fit for dairy diets

A closer look at how canola meal delivers both high-quality protein and usable energy. As dairy nutritionists navigate increasingly narrow profit margins and heightened expectations regarding animal performance, ingredient selection must go beyond crude protein [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Reports Strong 2025 Financial Results

Farm Credit East reported solid 2025 financial results at its annual meeting held on March 23. Continued loan growth coupled with strong earnings allowed Farm Credit East to distribute a combined $145 million in patronage [Read More …]

State Regulatory Decisions Continue to Cost Critical Water Supplies in a Changing Climate

On February 9, 2026, Congressmen Costa, Gray, Valadao and Fong jointly sent a letter to Governor Newsom (read here) asking him to suspend a regulation in the Delta called the Port Chicago water quality standard [Read More …]

Construction of the FFT FeedCenter™ and two full-scale FFT GrowSystems™ begins next quarter

Forever Feed Technologies today announced a contract for a project valued at $15 million with River Ranch Farms to build a major hydroponic livestock feed growing center with two full-scale FFT GrowSystems. Company’s ForeverFeed™ sprouted grain, [Read More …]

Dairy Producers to Learn Strategies to Incorporate Artificial Intelligence

Limited spaces available at PDP Smart Dairy Workshops set for April 15, 16 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is providing new opportunities for dairy producers, including the ability to connect data and information from multiple systems on [Read More …]

Why Domestic Capacity Matters for U.S. Agriculture

American agriculture is among the most productive sectors in the world. Advances in plant and animal genetics, mechanization and precision agriculture have driven remarkable yield gains. Corn yields have risen from 38 bushels per acre [Read More …]

WFBF Statement on Veto of Foreign Land Ownership Legislation

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation released the following statement from WFBF President Brad Olson today following the veto of Senate Bill 7 that would have created a strict ban on land ownership by a citizen of [Read More …]

Showbox Sires Releases Bull Enrich-P 744H018394

In this episode of the Evolution of the Great Cow, Tim Abbott and Mike Duckett of Showbox Sires talk with 70th winner of the Klussendorf Award, Joel Kietzman of Waunakee, Wisconsin. They discuss the new [Read More …]

Trade Pacts Offer Dairy Opportunities Trade Leader Morris Says

The United States is negotiating bilateral trade agreements at a frenetic pace across the globe. Dairy’s key to success has been a proactive approach that gets the fundamentals of industry needs right, said Shawna Morris, [Read More …]

All Eyes are on the Milk Powder Markets

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending March 20, 2026 All eyes have been on the milk powder markets, especially in the U.S. where nonfat dry milk (NDM) prices continue to climb to new [Read More …]

Introducing Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ Ultra-Filtered Milk

Organic Valley, America’s largest farmer-owned organic cooperative, is introducing Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ — a new line of ultra-filtered, pasture-raised organic milk with 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk*. Organic Valley® Protein Plus™ Ultra-Filtered Milk [Read More …]

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