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Trio of dietitians to have a candid conversation about the latest consumer buzzwords on panel about ‘Conversations that Cultivate’ The now-ubiquitous term “plant-based” seems to exclude meat, poultry, milk and eggs – but that’s not [Read More …]

National Institute for Animal Agriculture appoints interim executive director

Jones Appointed Interim Executive Director The National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) Board of Directors has named J.J. Jones with Roots & Legacies Consulting, Inc. as the organization’s interim executive director. Jones began his role [Read More …]

Brewery residues show promise as dairy cow feed

February 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Using lower-cost feeds of high importance to nation’s dairy farmers Wet brewers grains, the abundant residues of the brewery industry, show promise as a potential cost-effective, high-nutrient feed replacement for dairy heifers, according to new [Read More …]

Duane Naluai of Darigold talks about the new FIT milk product

What about fluid milk? That’s the burning question for dairy. Darigold has a new answer… Darigold FIT milk, more protein, less sugar, lactose free and shelf stable. Duane Naluai, one of the Darigold executives behind [Read More …]

Pa. Leopold Conservation Award seeks nominees

Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold Know a Pennsylvania farmer or forester who goes above and beyond in the care and management of natural resources? Nominate them for the 2020 Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation [Read More …]

Animal health care receives a boost

Elanco, Purdue to partner on animal health research Elanco Animal Health Inc. (NYSE: ELAN) recently announced a five-year collaborative research agreement with Purdue University and Purdue Research Foundation with a goal to collaborate and train [Read More …]

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Custom manure hauler training

The training will be held at the Abbotsford City Hall on February 25 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Clark County UW-Extension has scheduled a training session for custom manure haulers in central Wisconsin. The training [Read More …]

WHA to host Supper Club Socials

Thursday, February 27, 2020 in Beaver Dam and Marathon The Wisconsin Holstein Association will host two Supper Club Socials on Thursday, February 27, 2020. The first social will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Cantafio’s [Read More …]

ARM & HAMMER Strengthens Its Commitment to the Industry

Continuing their commitment to providing innovation and expertise to the industry, Arm & Hammer Animal and Food Production is strengthening their ruminant sales team with five experienced and talented industry professionals. The company is a [Read More …]

Know a promising young farmer or rancher? Remind them to apply for the Herd Fellowship

GFE Conference May 27-29, 2020 Fort Worth, Texas Register Now! Early Bird Registration Ends March 15th! Reminder to Fill Out the 2020 GFE Herd Fellow Scholarship by March 1st! Reminder to encourage young farmers and [Read More …]

2020 Central New York Dairy Day

How do we increase butterfat and milk protein levels economically? Low milk prices have plagued the dairy industry for several years. We have seen some improvement in the milk price recently. Dairy producers often feel [Read More …]

Penn State Extension offers hay workshop

Learn more about consistently producing high-quality hay Penn State Extension will demonstrate how to optimize hay production during a workshop planned for 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., March 5, at the Wayne County Extension office, [Read More …]

Deadline approaches for ARC, PLC and CRP

To locate your local FSA office, visit: farmers.gov/service-center-locator In a time where the future successes of the farm are far from certain, there is hope. The Farm Service Agency and the Natural Resource Conservation Service [Read More …]

Increase dairy productivity with insight offered through Dairy Management Mondays webinar

Next webinar will address practices and management that need to be considered for on-farm processing. Dairy producers, employees and agribusiness professionals are invited to join Penn State Extension for the Dairy Management Monday webinar at [Read More …]

Value registration ends TODAY Thursday, February 20: California Dairy Sustainability Summit

Join hundreds of the world’s most progressive dairy farmers, along with state officials, researchers, industry leaders, tech providers, and others at next month’s California Dairy Sustainability Summit. Explore a one-stop shop to the information, technology, [Read More …]

Bruster’s kickstarts 2020 with ten new store agreements

In addition to current slate of location openings, company enhances growth with new contracts After reveling in 30 years of business in 2019, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is still celebrating as the company announces the [Read More …]

Nationwide launches Seventh Annual Safety Contest to cultivate awareness of grain bin hazards

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture recognizes Grain Bin Safety Week with federal proclamation today Each year, thousands of farmers are exposed to the life-threatening hazards associated with entering grain bins to remove rotting or clumped grain. [Read More …]

Creameries encouraged to participate in 2020 PA Ice Cream Trail

The annual ice cream trail celebrates Pennsylvania dairy and PA Preferred® operations The Center for Dairy Excellence, PA Preferred®, and the Pennsylvania Tourism Office are seeking creameries to participate in the third year of the [Read More …]

Chart dairy’s course at the PDPW conference

Producer panels, Hands-on Hub labs and more offered Mar. 18-19 in Madison, Wis. It takes “focus” and a clear vision to stay on course in any business. Access to leading-edge information and the latest in [Read More …]

Mastitis management in the winter? Ya, u betcha!

It may not be top priority during winter, but it should be on the list nonetheless A lot of people, me included, think about mastitis management mostly in the summer. After all, that’s when we [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Expo March 25-26

Free educational programming, entertainment, food and beverages for dairy producers The Central Plains Dairy Expo (CPDE), March 25-26, in Sioux Falls, S.D., showcases 300-plus exhibitors and their latest innovations, informative breakout sessions and a free [Read More …]

Action plan helps dairy producers mitigate Mycotoxin risks from wet harvest

Phibro Animal Health Corporation outlines four steps to help producersidentify and offset mycotoxin issues in their feed A wet, humid fall not only can delay harvest, it can also set the stage for mold growth [Read More …]

Ritchie Bros. sells US$27+ million of equipment at its largest Tipton auction ever

Feb. 14 auction sets new site records for gross transaction value, number of lots, and bidders Last week Ritchie Bros. conducted its largest Tipton, CA auction ever, selling more than 2,600 equipment items and trucks [Read More …]

Northeast SARE welcomes new associate director

Heather Omand joins Burlington Vermont-based SARE office The Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SARE) recently hired a new associate director. Heather Omand started in the position on February 3, 2020. As the associate [Read More …]

USDA Secretary Perdue to keynote Commodity Classic

2020 Commodity Classic to take place Feb. 27-29 in San Antonio, Texas U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue will be the keynote speaker during the General Session at the 2020 Commodity Classic held Feb. 27-29, [Read More …]

National Grange on FDA’s approach to new technology

Calls on FDA to ‘be judicious not to stymie’ progress while balancing public, animal safety As individuals whose hearts and livelihoods revolve around the care and health of their animals as well as commitment to [Read More …]

Dairy Defined Podcast: NMPF’s Jonker on Dairy’s Advancing Stewardship

Dairy farming continues to advance in sustainability and animal welfare as technology and scientific understanding evolves, ensuring better care for the planet and for animals, said Jamie Jonker, NMPF vice president for sustainability and scientific [Read More …]

Elanco’s East Africa Growth Accelerator delivers $8+ million in socio-economic value for smallholder farmers in East Africa, progress against Sustainable Development Goals

Elanco Animal Health Inc. (NYSE: ELAN) today announced that its shared value East Africa Growth Accelerator (EAGA) initiative has delivered a Social Return on Investment (SROI) of almost 250% for dairy and poultry smallholder farmers, [Read More …]

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