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The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) is now accepting applications for its scholarship program. The selected applicant will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must be a college student and a DCHA member (or parent/legal [Read More …]

Cornerstone Dairy Academy March 16-17, 2021

Application deadline for three-track leadership development program is January 31, 2021 Dairy producers and members of allied industry who are interested in building their leadership and professional development skills are encouraged to apply for the [Read More …]

2021 Pa Farm Show schedule of events announced

This year a move to a virtual show as Pa. continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic The Department of Agriculture today shared the schedule for the virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show. Traditionally held in Harrisburg at [Read More …]

Vinamilk named “ASEAN Asset Class” and Vietnam’s Top Listed Company for Corporate Governance

Vinamilk is the very first and only Vietnamese company recognized as “ASEAN ASSET CLASS” and at the same time, led Vietnam’s Top 3 Listed Companies according to the 2019 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard results, a [Read More …]

Don’t forget to monitor snow loads on barns, structures

Review Safety Measures to Prevent Fires on the Farm this Winter Season With heavy snowfall blanketing several regions of New York State following Thursday’s storm, the State Department of Agriculture and Markets is reminding farmers [Read More …]

Danone North America Expands the Most Comprehensive Regenerative Agriculture Program in the Dairy Industry

Company furthers its commitment to farming practices that help mitigate climate change Danone North America, the purpose-driven food & beverage leader with a diverse portfolio of dairy and plant-based brands, continues to expand its regenerative [Read More …]

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Wisconsin Youth 4-H and FFA livestock educational programming

For youth and adults on the 2nd Thursday of the month from Jan.-May The Wisconsin Youth Livestock Program (WYLP), in connection with the University of Wisconsin Madison Animal & Dairy Sciences Department, College of Agricultural [Read More …]

Dairy is defined by giving this unique holiday season

This year of COVID-19 has been difficult for dairy, just as it has for everyone else. Challenges from roller-coaster prices to wildfires have all taken their toll. But difficult times also bring out what’s best in [Read More …]

Dairy Update video featuring Cainthus on ALUS Behavior, allows large dairies to further optimize milk production

Cainthus now releases its second product for this year: ALUS Behavior. Large dairies now have access to valuable insights on cow behavior and cow comfort, pivotal to further increase farm profitability and sustainability. Joel Hastings [Read More …]

Register for the Virtual Dairy Summit and Participate in 10+ Educational Sessions

The dairy industry has a lot to be proud of in 2020 and many positive accomplishments to celebrate as we emerge together in the new year. Join us for the 2021 virtual Pennsylvania Dairy Summit to find solutions to help [Read More …]

Teat care in winter

Research funded by the Northern New York Agricultural Development Program evaluated how different teat end treatments impact cow health under winter conditions. The project was conducted by a team of veterinarians and dairy specialists with [Read More …]

United Producers, Inc. beef on dairy manager

Growth of beef on dairy sector calls for new position to oversee opportunities United Producers, Inc. (UPI), the Midwest’s largest livestock marketing cooperative, is pleased to announce that Clay Fredericks has joined its team as [Read More …]

“Let’s Get Started” webinars

Learn about economic development financing and exporting resources The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), is wrapping up its “Let’s Get [Read More …]

AFIA awarded funding to support global market access opportunities

AFIA awarded $200,000 to support access to US animal food products The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) awarded the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) $200,000 for 2021 through the Market Access Program (MAP) to support increasing [Read More …]

Pasture Care and Winter Feeding

Winter feeding can be damaging on fields and animals. Strategies exist to help reduce this damage, but you need to start planning now. During winter feeding, rain and snow are not friends to pastures. Added [Read More …]

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National Dairy Council Full-Fat Research Summary

Dairy farmers have been funding research led by National Dairy Council on the role of whole milk dairy foods and wellness for over a decade. In fact, around 70 studies have been published, adding to [Read More …]

Bullish Euphoria Sweeps Over LaSalle Street This Week – Jacoby

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending December 18, 2020 A setback is possible, but it’s impossible to predict the timing or magnitude of a retreat from the highs. Seasoned traders warn “Don’t fight [Read More …]

CoBank Releases 2021 Year Ahead Report – Forces That Will Shape the U.S. Rural Economy

COVID-19 vaccine brings optimism for a brighter and more prosperous year ahead, but significant economic recovery unlikely before mid-year The speed of the economic recovery will largely hinge on the availability, dissemination and reach of [Read More …]

AGCO Names Jessica Williamson Hay and Forage Specialist

AGCO Corporation, a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment, announces that Jessica Williamson, Ph.D., has joined the company as hay and forage specialist. In this role, Williamson will conduct field trials and research evaluating [Read More …]

GRSB Announces 2021 Executive Committee Members

The Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef has announced the results of the 2021 GRSB Executive Committee election. The following individuals will be seated in their new positions on January 1, 2021. GRSB envisions a world [Read More …]

Elizabeth Kohtz, DVM, Named Dairy Quality Center Veterinarian of the Year

The Dairy Quality Center (DQC) has named Elizabeth Kohtz, DVM, of Twin Falls, Idaho, as the 2020 Dairy Quality Veterinarian of the Year. In honor of the award, a $1,000 donation was made to the [Read More …]

Cornerstone Dairy Academy for Dairy Professionals Scheduled for March 16-17, 2021

Application Deadline for Three-Track Leadership Development Program is January 31, 2021 Dairy producers and members of allied industry who are interested in building their leadership and professional development skills are encouraged to apply for the [Read More …]

A phantom training program may help acclimate heifers to an automatic milking system

Research in the Journal of Dairy Science® examines the potential benefits of training with an automated milking system phantom to reduce stress for animals and farm employees A new study appearing in the Journal of [Read More …]

UDIM Found New Ways to Support Communities, Strengthen Consumer Relationships in 2020

December 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 1

Michigan dairy farmers supported food security, created virtual learning opportunities and connected with consumers online. Michigan’s dairy farmers, through the United Dairy Industry of Michigan (UDIM), turned 2020’s challenges into an opportunity to support communities [Read More …]

Former Dean Foods Farmers Should Band Together

As if 2020 didn’t bring enough chaos and uncertainty, in late November hundreds of dairy farmers across the eastern United States received letters from a law firm, ASK LLP, claiming they must repay income they [Read More …]

The Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker program

Master cheesemakers use milk as a canvas for their artistic cheese creations, opening new markets and opportunities for Wisconsin milk. The Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker® program has taken Wisconsin’s reputation as the home of award-winning cheese to another level, enhancing its quality image with unparalleled standards. This [Read More …]

CLAAS ORBIS 900 Forage Harvester Header Wins Top-10 New Products Award

The International Agri-Center and World Ag Expo award the ORBIS 900 for its innovation and value to agriculture CLAAS of America is pleased to announce that the newly designed ORBIS 900 row-independent forage harvester header [Read More …]

Credit to dairy checkoff for successfully adapting to the many disruptions brought by COVID-19

Checkoff 2020 Review and 2021 Preview News Conference Marilyn Hershey, a Pennsylvania dairy farmer who serves as chair of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), gives the dairy checkoff credit for successfully adapting to the many disruptions [Read More …]

PMMB reminds farmers, haulers to return declarations

Today the Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board emphasized to dairy farmers and milk haulers the critical importance of returning to ASK LLP, as soon as possible, ordinary course of business declarations. The declarations and explanation are [Read More …]

Rabobank Announces Leadership Changes in U.S., Canadian Offices