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The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has named Andrew Jerome director, external and member communications, within the executive and strategic communications department. Jerome will manage IDFA’s communications, marketing and reputation management activities for IDFA members [Read More …]

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Top milk quality awards go to dairies in Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin

National Mastitis Council (NMC) recognized the U.S. dairy industry’s “cream of the crop” when it comes to producing quality milk at its Jan. 31 Awards Luncheon, held in conjunction with the NMC 59th Annual Meeting [Read More …]

President Sets China Travel Quarantine

Public Health Emergency Declared The Trump administration declared a public health emergency in the U.S. Friday in response to the global coronavirus outbreak. In addition, the White House held a public briefing by the Coronavirus [Read More …]

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending January 31, 2020

Markets This Week Succumbed to Fear and Uncertainty The CDC reports that the symptoms of coronavirus typically only last for a short time and may include a cough, runny nose, headache, fever, and “a general [Read More …]

Holstein Association USA Announces New Hire and Promotions within Team

Holstein Association USA is pleased to announce several updates to the Association’s staff. Five staff from the Brattleboro office will be serving the Northeast and Southeast as Regional Sales Representatives in addition to their current [Read More …]

NEAFA 2020 Annual Meeting is Feb. 4-5

The Northeast Agribusiness & Feed Alliance (NEAFA) is looking forward to their 2020 NEAFA Annual Meeting and Forum at the Albany Marriott Hotel, taking place this week on Feb. 4-5, 2020. The conference includes meetings [Read More …]

Have you registered for Central Plains Dairy Expo?

Why wait in line? Register for your Central Plains Dairy Expo (CPDE) name badge now. Online registration is now open. Simply go to: www.centralplainsdairy.com/registration and complete the registration form. Once you arrive at CPDE, go [Read More …]

Farm Credit Awards Efforts to Develop and Promote Northeast Agriculture

The Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Program, a joint effort of Farm Credit East, Yankee Farm Credit and CoBank, recently provided more than $45,000 in grant funding to 22 organizations for their efforts to support young [Read More …]

2020 Holstein Association USA Judges Conference to be held in California

Registration is now open for the Holstein Association USA 2020 Judges Conference, to be held at Maddox Dairy on Friday, March 13 in Riverdale, California. The one-day conference will run from 8 a.m. to 3 [Read More …]

DCRC announces 2020 webinar series schedule

Mark your calendars for the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council’s (DCRC) 2020 webinar series. These highly regarded sessions offer access to high-quality information and interaction with industry experts to attendees from across the United States and [Read More …]

Holstein USA updates Junior transfer deadline

Junior transfer “received by” deadline changed to July 15 for both heifers and cows Starting with the 2020 show season, Holstein Association USA has changed the Junior transfer “received by” deadline to July 15 for [Read More …]

Changes Needed to Hemp Interim Final Rule as Comments Are Due

Background The 2018 farm bill legalized the production of hemp as an agricultural commodity and removed it from the list of controlled substances (2018 Farm Bill Provides A Path Forward for Industrial Hemp). On Oct. [Read More …]

CCFN Applauds U.S. Ag Secretary’s Commitment to Protect Common Names

Dairy Industry Applauds U.S. Ag Secretary Perdue’s Commitment to Protect Common Names; Perdue Points at GIs as Trade Barriers The Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN), the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the National Milk [Read More …]

Tour Larson Acres at the 2020 DCHA Annual Conference

Dairy Tour at 2020 DCHA Annual Conference “Shaping the Future” is the theme of the 2020 Dairy Calf & Heifer Association (DCHA) Annual Conference. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and practical strategies to build a strong [Read More …]

Farmers encouraged to participate in survey

Corn and soybean growers should anticipate calls in February The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is encouraging farmers to take part in its annual pesticide and fertilizer use survey. This year the phone survey is [Read More …]

Message from Michael Dykes, IDFA President & CEO, on Dairy Forum 2020

February 1, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Dear Dairy Forum Attendees, I hope you agree that from start to finish, Dairy Forum 2020 was our most successful and engaging Dairy Forum to date. More than 1,140 attendees turned out. Thanks to your [Read More …]

Sustaining the tradition of ranching in California

Scientists, ranchers and conservation organizations gathered for 2020 Rangeland Summit Ranching has a long history in California, starting when Spanish missions were established in the early 1700s, continuing as ranchos under Mexican rule, and persisting as a [Read More …]

PDPW Dairy Wellbeing Workshop Feb. 12 & 13

Two one-day workshops offering tour and training on cow health, handling and processing The 2020 PDPW Dairy Wellbeing Workshop, presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDPW), will be held Feb. 12 and repeating on Feb. 13, from [Read More …]

Three must-haves to minimize fresh cow stress, help build immunity

It’s no secret that keeping fresh cows healthy can help improve production, but managing cow comfort can prove challenging in stressful environments. During the fresh period, cows’ energy requirements often exceed their dry matter intake, [Read More …]

The Verdict Is In: Farm Bankruptcies Up in 2019

Reviewing 2019 Farm Bankruptcies While well below historical highs, Chapter 12 family farm bankruptcies in 2019 increased by nearly 20% from the previous year, according to recently released data from the U.S. Courts. Compared with figures [Read More …]

The Value of Rumen Development for Lifetime Performance

The first few months of a calf’s life play a critical role in determining future performance. Combine that with these cold winter months, and now we have extra challenges. Research shows there is a strong positive correlation between [Read More …]

DFC breaking down misconceptions by highlighting dedication and innovation of Canadian dairy farmers

Today, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) launched the latest evolution of its powerful Dairy Farming Forward campaign, which breaks down myths and misconceptions around dairy farming by highlighting the industry’s commitments to innovation, sustainability and animal care in producing [Read More …]

Alice in Dairyland applications due Feb. 3

Alice is one of the most widely recognized communications professionals in Wis. ag The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds individuals interested in applying to become the next Alice in Dairyland [Read More …]

Häagen-Dazs® Becomes First Ice Cream Brand to Receive Xerces Bee Better Certified Seal

The Häagen-Dazs brand announced today that four of its bee-dependent flavors will proudly display the Xerces Bee Better Certified seal, which indicates ingredients were sourced from almond farms that provide bee friendly habitats. Longtime defender of the [Read More …]

Secretary Perdue statement on USMCA signing

President Donald J. Trump has signed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement after President Donald J. Trump signed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). “Today is a good day for [Read More …]

With FDA Stalled, Congress Needs To Pass Dairy Pride For Consumers, NMPF’s Balmer Says

Congress needs to pass the DAIRY PRIDE Act soon to ensure FDA does its job to ensure consumers have accurate information for informed decisions about what to feed themselves and their families, National Milk Producers [Read More …]

Aemetis Awarded $4.1 Million Grant for Biogas Upgrading Unit to Produce Pipeline-Quality Renewable Natural Gas