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Happy holidays, Wisconsin! Though it’s often a busy time of year, the holiday season is also when many count their blessings, express their thanks and gratitude toward one another, and set goals for the year [Read More …]

Faith the Size of a Mustard Seed

Have you ever considered how much faith those involved in that first Christmas needed? Mary, who was told the Holy Spirit would breathe a new life into her. Joseph who stood by her side despite [Read More …]

Dairy Productivity Grant Applications Due January 5

Don’t forget! You have until January 5 to submit your applications for our new Dairy Productivity Grants. Are you considering a project that directly impacts milk production on your dairy operation? From milking efficiency technologies and feeding-related [Read More …]

Cornell Webinar: Smart Antimicrobial Use in Dairy

Jan 15, 2026 12:00 PM Join Us for a Virtual Office Hour Webinar! Dairy farmers, veterinarians, veterinary scientists, and others with a stake in dairy will come together to share their experiences and ideas [Read More …]

CDFA Announces 14 Vacancies On Cattle Health Task Force Advisory Board

CDFA’s Animal Health Branch is announcing fourteen vacancies on the Cattle Health Task Force Advisory Board. The Board makes recommendations to the Secretary on matters pertaining to: Adoption, modification, and repeal of regulations and procedures [Read More …]

Hearing for Proposed Changes to Water Regulations

A public hearing will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026, to consider changes to several administrative regulations relating to the Kansas Water Appropriation Act (KWAA). The hearing will be held in [Read More …]

MSU students receive scholarship awards for 2025-26

MSU students pursuing dairy industry-related programs of study receive Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarship Foundation awards The Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation awarded $150,000 in scholarships to Michigan State University (MSU) students pursuing dairy industry-related programs [Read More …]

Seven Considerations for Moving from Tie Stall to Robotic Barns

Transitioning a dairy from a tie stall barn to robotic milking isn’t just about adopting new technology, it’s about changing the flow of the barn. This requires detailed planning and careful consideration around barn design, [Read More …]

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Smart antimicrobial use in dairy webinar

Dairy farmers, veterinarians, veterinary scientists, and others with a stake in dairy will come together in an office hour webinar at noon, January 15 to share their experiences and ideas about using antibiotics in smart, [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Intervenes to Protect Potter Valley’s Water Supply

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins filed a notice to intervene in the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project proceedings currently being considered by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This action will allow USDA [Read More …]

WFU Releases New Short Documentary All of America, Am I at Annual Convention

Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) debuted a new short documentary, All of America, Am I, during the organization’s 95th annual state convention. The film explores how industrial markets and corporate consolidation shape the daily realities of [Read More …]

“Save a Calf, Save a Cow – Dairy Workshop” is happening in February

The University of Wisconsin Division of Extension is offering an in-person Save A Calf, Save A Cow – Dairy Workshop for dairy producers and dairy workers which is presented in English with English and Spanish slides [Read More …]

Outstanding Junior Holstein Members Recognized with National Judi Collinsworth Memorial Scholarships

The National Judi Collinsworth Outstanding Junior Exhibitor Memorial Scholarship award recognizes National Junior Holstein Show exhibitors who have shown committed involvement and interest in the Holstein industry. Holstein Association USA will support two college students [Read More …]

Dairy Industry Praises Julie Callahan Confirmation as Chief Agricultural Negotiator

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN) commended the Senate confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan to serve as Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the Office [Read More …]

IDFA Praises Senate Confirmation of Julie Callahan as Chief Agricultural Negotiator for USTR

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association, released the following statement on the U.S. Senate confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan to serve as Chief Agricultural Negotiator in the Office of [Read More …]

Smearcase’s Innovative Frozen Cottage Cheese Disrupts the Indulgence Aisle, Wins $100,000 Grand Prize

2025 Real California Milk Excelerator Final Pitch Event The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) recently announced Smearcase as the grand prize winner at the 7th Real California Milk (RCM) Excelerator product innovation competition. The award [Read More …]

National Dairy FARM Program Announces 2025 Excellence Awards Winners

Integrity, ingenuity and the pursuit of excellence earned three farms and one program evaluator this year’s National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program’s Excellence Awards. The awards announced today recognize participants who uphold program [Read More …]

Grants Available for PA Dairy Farms to Work With Consultants & Advisory Teams

Watch Two Videos to See How the Grants Work Whether you want to crunch the numbers to determine the feasibility of a project for your dairy operation, develop a business plan, pursue new opportunities or transformation [Read More …]

DairyVoice Podcast: John Ellsworth’s Report On The Dairy Industry In Q4 & Looking Toward 2026

In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber, of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films by Connor Agriscience, speaks with John Ellsworth of Success Strategies. They discuss what was a pretty good year in the dairy industry and [Read More …]

WOTUS and the American Farmer: Understanding the Regulatory Reach

Key Takeaways: For decades, the definition of “waters of the United States” under the Clean Water Act has been unclear, leading to regulatory uncertainty. Five rule changes since 2015 and conflicting court decisions created a [Read More …]

Discounts Available for Dairy Producers and Young Professionals to Attend PA Dairy Summit

Dairy Producers and Young Dairy Professionals Can Attend the PA Dairy Summit at Discount Dairy producers, professionals, and young dairy leaders who are looking to commit to their passion and purpose, and hone in on [Read More …]

Kevin Dill named an honoree of the Michigan Dairy and Memorial Scholarship Foundation

On Dec. 10, 2025, Kevin Dill was inducted as an honoree to the Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarship Foundation at Michigan State University. The foundation supports one of the largest scholarship funds in the College of Agriculture and [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program Offers Scholarships to Two Penn State Students

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program provides two scholarships each year for college students with an interest in dairy product marketing and innovation. The Pennsylvania Dairy Innovation Scholarship is administered through Penn State University and was presented [Read More …]

Generations Working Together at Francis Lindauer & Sons Dairy

The holiday season brings thoughts of togetherness and family time. Yet that spirit is seen year ‘round, and has been present for generations, at Francis Lindauer & Sons Dairy. Located in Ferdinand, just a few [Read More …]

American Jersey Cattle Association Launches Genprogress Jersey Young Sire Program

The American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) recently announced the official launch of the GenProgress Jersey Sire Program, a new genetic advancement initiative designed to identify, test, and elevate the next generation of elite purebred Jersey [Read More …]

DCRC’s January 20 webinar addresses the roles of FSH on the growth and survival of preantral follicles

Register for the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council’s (DCRC) next webinar – Deciphering the roles of FSH in the ovary beyond antral folliculogenesis – set for Jan. 20, starting at 2 p.m. Central time (Chicago time). [Read More …]

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Meets with Delegation from Latin America