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The U.S. Championship Cheese Contest has shattered its previous record for the total number of entries registered. Event organizers say cheesemakers from across the country have submitted 2,555 entries for evaluation in the contest, set [Read More …]

Have you seen the latest Holstein America yet?

The February 2019 Holstein America is now available for easy viewing online! Just click below to watch:

Clark County Wisconsin Dairy Promotion annual meeting

Committee will be presenting Somatic Cell Count awards The annual meeting for the Clark County Dairy Promotion Committee will be held on Thursday, March 21 at Beavers Bar and Grill (formerly the Hayloft) in Owen [Read More …]

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DFA, NY farm families introduce new cheese brand

Dairy Farmers of America with eight New York farm families have launched Craigs Creamery Reinforcing its commitment to increase demand for dairy and bring more value to its members, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), along [Read More …]

Carver County Dairy Expo Feb. 18

Challenges, changes and optimism are all part of event Challenges, changes and optimism will be addressed by the guest speakers at the 27th Annual Carver County Dairy Expo to be held on Monday, February 18, [Read More …]

Maytag Dairy Farms sold to Iowa equity firm

A West Des Moines private-equity fund has purchased Maytag Dairy Farms, the nationally recognized maker of Maytag blue cheese. Midwest Growth Partners didn’t disclose details about the purchase, but said it was a “major investment” in the 78-year-old Newton-based dairy. [Read More …]

Farmer Veteran Coalition Hosts Webinar on Fellowship Fund Application

Farm Credit East is pleased to sponsor the Farmer Veteran Coalition’s Fellowship Fund webinar to be held Wednesday, 2/13, at 5:30 PM EST. This Fund provides small grants ranging from $1,000-$5,000 to assist beginning veteran [Read More …]

Nationwide recognizes top agriculture educators through inaugural Golden Owl Award

After considering the importance of agriculture education, and the significant impact teachers make, Nationwide created the Golden Owl Award. The award is a great opportunity to honor the dedication instilled in teachers to provide the next generation [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Exports Weaker in November

February 10, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Sales to China, Mexico affected by retaliatory tariffs. U.S. dairy exports slumped in November, falling below the strong volumes of the prior year. Shipments were lower across all major product categories, with declines across [Read More …]

My Dairy Dashboard Announces New Milk Basics Module for Users

My Dairy Dashboard announced the addition of the new Milk Basics module, expanding the menu of dashboards that producers have available on the platform. This new module is a simplified option that provides users with [Read More …]

Online Calf and Heifer Management Course offered by Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY

February 9, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY is offering a seven-week Calf and Heifer Management Course online in from March 29 to May 17, 2019. Register online at prodairy.cals.cornell.edu by March 11 to receive a $25 early bird discount. [Read More …]

U.S. Could Triple Cheese Exports to Japan with New Trade Agreement

A study commissioned by USDEC projects Japan’s aging population will decrease but its cheese consumption will continue to grow. Japan’s growing love for cheese will continue, presenting an opportunity for U.S. dairy exporters to more than [Read More …]

Broadband e-connectivity guide available

USDA launches high-speed broadband e-connectivity resource guide Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett today announced the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new toolkit to help support the deployment [Read More …]

Wetlands, Farmers, Just Ducky

Between the 2018 Farm Bill, USDA’s interim final rule for “Highly Erodible Land and Wetland Conservation” programs and the Environmental Protection Agency’s revised Clean Water Rule we’ve been talking a lot about wetlands. So, what [Read More …]

FFA members prepare for National FFA Week

FFA members are celebrating agriculture & leadership Saturday to Saturday, Feb. 16-23 Agriculture is part of our daily lives—from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. Next week, nearly 670,000 FFA members across [Read More …]

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U.S. dairy exports to Japan under threat

A study released today by the U.S. Dairy Export Council projects new trade agreements between Japan and other countries will put U.S. dairy exports at a competitive disadvantage, resulting in lost U.S. sales of $5.4 [Read More …]

Farm Credit Dairy Center at hub of World Ag Expo

More than 100,000 expected to attend annual event in Tulare from February 12-14 When the World Ag Expo kicks off its three-day run on February 12 at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, the Farm Credit [Read More …]

U.S. Dairy Industry Supports Changes to Section 232 Process

The U.S. dairy industry today endorsed bipartisan, bicameral legislation to reform a powerful White House trade tool to ensure it is used as intended by Congress to respond to genuine national security threats. Rolling back [Read More …]

Reduce Your Dairy’s Risk for Violative Residue

Prevention contributes to a safe, wholesome beef supply Responsible use of antibiotics plays a significant role in helping protect animal and human health. Proper training on use and administration of antibiotic products play a key [Read More …]

Public invited to visit San Joaquin Valley soil health demonstration site in Five Points

UC Cooperative Extension cropping systems specialist Jeff Mitchell is issuing a standing invitation to the public to visit the site of an ongoing conservation agriculture research project and see for themselves the results of long-term [Read More …]

Cochrane Leads Global Expansion for Vytelle

In 2019, Vytelle™ is focused on expanding the reach of and accessibility to its reproductive technology globally. To that end, the company announced that John Cochrane will be serving as the international business development manager. [Read More …]

Online private pesticide applicator study course

Do you need your private applicator certification? This new course is a supplement to the pesticide applicator manual with interactive videos, graphics, and additional content to help you engage with the curriculum. We are offering [Read More …]

USDA, USTR seek members for trade committees

Seeks nominations for new members to serve on its agricultural trade advisory committees U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in [Read More …]

Environmental Mastitis Prevention 101

Don’t let an outbreak ruin your dairy herd’s production potential Battling environmental mastitis is ongoing in the dairy industry. The consequences can be costly, with losses incurred from milk discard, added labor and antibiotics, while [Read More …]

This Week in Dairy Featuring Larry Schirm President of National Dairy Shrine

National Dairy Shrine is focused on preserving the history of dairy, recognizing current leaders and supporting the future with student scholarships. In this interview with Joel Hastings of DairyBusiness News, the current president, Larry Schirm, [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers Urged to Contact Secretary Perdue about Food Guidelines

An advisory committee to develop USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for 2020 – 2025 will be named in coming weeks by Secretary Perdue. Dairy advocates urge that members be appointed who have proper scientific credentials so that dairy and [Read More …]

Conservation Reserve Program in the 2018 Farm Bill

Farmers Will Continue to Be Good Stewards of Land and Water USDA administers several conservation programs with an emphasis on voluntary land retirement programs, working lands programs and conservation easements. Land retirement programs provide payments [Read More …]

University of Illinois to Hold 2019 Midwest Dairy Challenge® at Highland Community College

University of Illinois will host college dairy students at the Midwest Dairy Challenge, February 13-15, 2019, in Freeport, Illinois. Dairy Challenge® is a prominent educational event for students planning a career in the dairy industry. [Read More …]

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