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Nightfood, Inc. (OTCQB: NGTF), the Official Ice Cream of the American Pregnancy Association which is addressing the $50 billion consumers spend on nighttime snacks, announced today that distribution is moving forward in both the Pacific [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Expo board elects new executive committee

Nebraska’s Kristopher Bousquet leads the board of directors The Central Plains Dairy Expo (CPDE) board of directors met June 19 and elected Kristopher Bousquet as the new president. Bousquet serves as Nebraska State Dairy Association’s [Read More …]

MS Biotec announces the launch of LactiproFLX with Mega e, an innovation 10 years in the making

MS Biotec announces the launch of LactiproFLX with Mega e, an innovation 10 years in the making. LactiproFLX enables beef and dairy producers to maintain digestive health in cattle and improve profitability. Today, beef and [Read More …]

The Natural Resources Conservation Service and Northcentral Technical College Partner to Advance Agricultural Innovation

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has issued a cooperative agreement with the Northcentral Technical College (NTC) and eight additional colleges in the Community College Alliance for Agriculture Advancement (C2A3). [Read More …]

CDFA now accepting proposals for new management practices for Alternative Manure Management Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation is now accepting proposals for new manure management practices for inclusion in its Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP). As part of AMMP development [Read More …]

Using Quickbooks to Manage Your Farm Business

Are you interested in improving your operation’s financial principles? Here at Penn State Extension, we have developed a new online course to help you meet your financial goals and make your business more profitable. Using [Read More …]

Farm Credit West Distributes Mid-Year Patronage

In response to the significant hardship the COVID-19 pandemic and related closures have had on agriculture in California and Arizona, Farm Credit West’s Board of Directors recently resolved to distribute a mid-year patronage cash dividend [Read More …]

44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy offers new scholarships

$100,000 in scholarships are available to cover up to 70% of student tuition costs. The 44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy (IBCA) is now offering scholarships to 2020-2021 program applicants. A total of $100,000 is [Read More …]

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California Governor Newsom Launches ‘Wear a Mask’ public awareness campaign

As COVID-19 cases rise throughout the state and in advance of the Fourth of July weekend, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the “Wear A Mask” public awareness campaign encouraging Californians to use face coverings – one [Read More …]

Washington County, NY Dairy Princess crowned

Molly Walker of Landview Farms in White Creek was crowned Dairy Princess The Washington County Dairy Princess Program held its 55th annual pageant on World Milk Day – June 1, 2020. Molly Walker of Landview [Read More …]

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Nominate outstanding dairies for national awards

Nominate a dairy for the National Dairy Quality Awards by August 31st Nominations are now open for the National Mastitis Council’s (NMC) National Dairy Quality Awards (NDQA) program. This program recognizes dairies that excel in [Read More …]

CDFA environmental scientist joins national young Ag leaders program

CDFA environmental scientist Emily Zakowski, who works in the Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis, has been named a 2020-2021 cohort for the Farm Foundation’s Young Agri-Food Leaders and Young Farmer Accelerator programs. Each of [Read More …]

Ben Laine of Rabobank talks about DAIRY key points and prices for the rest of the year

Dairy prices will likely come down and production will likely go up as we move through the rest of 2020, says Ben Laine, U.S. dairy analyst for Rabobank. In his discussion with Joel Hastings of [Read More …]

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Clear 30 Pilot Program webinar

Enroll in a 30-year Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contract Starting July 6, 2020, Farm Service Agency (FSA) will open signup for CLEAR 30, a new pilot program that offers farmers and landowners an opportunity to [Read More …]

Outstanding youth recognized by Holstein USA

Association recognized six finalists as 2020 National Distinguished Junior Members Holstein Association USA recently recognized six finalists as 2020 National Distinguished Junior Members (DJM) during a Facebook Live event on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. This award is the [Read More …]

The Great NYS Fair has been cancelled

Due to the ongoing pandemic Due to concerns over COVID-19, the Great New York State Fair has been cancelled. The fair was originally scheduled for Friday, August 21st through Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. This [Read More …]

H-2A Agricultural Workers Visa Growers Forum

Employer Compliance with COVID-19 Legal Requirements for Ag Labor The H-2A Agricultural Workers Visa Growers Forum: Employer Compliance with COVID-19 Legal Requirements for Ag Labor LIVE webinar is an open forum for growers and farmers. [Read More …]

Understanding Management of Poisonous Weeds in Hay and Pasture

Noxious and toxic weeds are always a concern to livestock producers. Whether these weeds present themselves in hay or pastures, the only real way to know if they are present is to scout and know [Read More …]

National Dairy Shrine to Honor Randy Geiger with Pioneer Award

National Dairy Shrine is honoring four respected individuals with its Pioneer Award this year in recognition of their significant contributions to the dairy industry. Among the 2020 honorees is Randall A. “Randy” Geiger (1950-2019), the [Read More …]

Dairy industry will need to adjust to new consumer behaviors

COVID-19 causing shifts and uncertainty in purchasing patterns and consumption habits COVID-19 is dramatically affecting consumer habits and dairy supply chains as food service demand plummets and grocery sales surge. Consumers struggling with job losses [Read More …]

Livestock safety video series now available

Handling livestock in a safe manner is crucial on any farm to prevent accidents and injuries University of Minnesota Extension recently released a series of three short videos related to livestock safety. Handling livestock in [Read More …]

USMCA’s Arrival A Reason To Celebrate – And Keep Working, NMPF Morris Says

The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is in effect, boosting opportunities for dairy producers. But enforcement vigilance will be necessary to make sure the deal meets its potential, said Shawna Morris, vice president for trade at the National [Read More …]

Navigate the “People Side” of Dairying

Join Us for a Free Webinar Series Have you registered for our free July webinar series? The series, titled “Building the Bridge: The People Side of Dairying, starts today with a topic that’s relevant for many dairy [Read More …]

Barnum Honored with National Dairy Shrine’s Pioneer Award

National Dairy Shrine is recognizing four respected individuals this year with their Pioneer Award. An award honoring an individual’s significant contributions to the dairy industry, they join a distinguished group of industry leaders whose portraits [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Expo golf outing proceeds support scholarships and grants

Rocky Run Golf Course, Dell Rapids, S.D., hosts Aug. 5 event Registration is now open for Grazing on the Greens – Central Plains Dairy Expo’s (CPDE) golf tournament – on Aug. 5, at Rocky Run [Read More …]

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California State Board of Food and Agriculture to discuss farmworker safety and resources

The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will discuss farmworker safety and resources related to COVID-19 and also hear from farm labor advocates at its upcoming webinar meeting on Tuesday. The board will also [Read More …]

Global food commodity prices rebound in June