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At its recent annual meeting the National Dairy Shrine appointed two new board members and welcomed new leadership to the Board of Directors. The person who will lead the organization as President in 2026 is [Read More …]

China Phase ‘Two’: What We Know Right Now

Trade policy decisions made by the administration will impact farmers and ranchers in the countryside. This Market Intel is part of a series exploring agricultural trade, including the potential impacts of trade policy changes. China [Read More …]

The Impact of “Beef on Dairy”

The dairy industry is amazing in advancing technology to keep production profitable and consumer prices reasonable. Prior posts have covered improved milk per cow, higher levels of butterfat and protein, hybrid cows to enhance productivity, [Read More …]

Secretary Randy Romanski Honored by National FFA Organization

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski received the Honorary American FFA Degree today during the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. The Honorary American FFA Degree is [Read More …]

Agricultural Coalition Sends Letter of Support for Renewal USMCA

Letter Re: U.S. Food and Agriculture Industry Associations Public Comment on the Operation of the Agreement Between the United States of America, the United Mexican States, and Canada (USTR-2025-0004) Dear Mr. Watson: The undersigned organizations [Read More …]

Coroner’s report on 6 deaths at Colorado dairy points to toxic gas exposure

Six people who died at a Colorado dairy farm this summer were exposed to hydrogen sulfide gas, authorities said Thursday. The Weld County coroner’s office drew its conclusions from autopsies and toxicology tests. The deaths [Read More …]

PDPW: Coaching Strategies, Business Structure Options

Tune into webinar series for strategies for coaching team members, transition planning This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will give producers insights on managing their teams and businesses. Michael [Read More …]

Secretary Randy Romanski Honored by National FFA Organization

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski received the Honorary American FFA Degree today during the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. The Honorary American FFA Degree is [Read More …]

IDFA Highlights Global Dairy Trade Barriers and Urges Diversification of U.S. Export Markets

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) submitted formal comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) identifying key trade barriers affecting U.S. dairy exports. The comments urge the Administration to take proactive decisive action [Read More …]

USDA Tool Shields Dairies from Volatile Beef Markets

November 4, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy farmers have a new tool to help ease the risks associated with capturing record high beef cattle prices. A recently introduced insurance option allows farmers to set a floor price for their beef-on-dairy calves [Read More …]

NMPF Dairy Market Report: Milk, components production continues to climb

U.S. milk production grew by 3.6% annually during the June-August period, while total milkfat production increased by 5.3%, as the average component composition of producer milk continues to increase. U.S. fluid milk sales were 1.7% [Read More …]

SpaceGuard’s BeastWire® Pallet Rack Delivers Unmatched Protection, Flexibility, and Compliance for Food and Beverage Facilities

November 3, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Advanced Mesh Guarding Solution Sets Industry Standard for Secure and Efficient Warehouse Safety SpaceGuard Products, a North American leader in wire mesh security solutions and protective guarding systems, is proud to highlight its BeastWire®’s pallet rack [Read More …]

Falling International Prices Spooked the U.S. Powder Market

The T.C. Jacoby Weekly Market Report Week Ending October 31, 2025 Falling international prices spooked the U.S. milk powder market. At this week’s Global Dairy Trade (GDT) Pulse auction, skim milk powder (SMP) prices fell [Read More …]

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Wisconsin Cheesemakers Craft Holiday Gift Baskets Just in Time for Delicious Seasonal Gifting

Across the country, edible gifts are becoming a favorite way to share meaning and memory. In Wisconsin, cheesemakers embrace the trend with handcrafted gift boxes inspired by connection, tradition, and the simple joy of delicious [Read More …]

Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) Messaging Guide (October 2025)

The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) are expected to soon release the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), and it could be a major moment for the dairy industry. [Read More …]

DATCP Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Grant Program Application Open Though January 16

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin farmers and cooperating entities to apply for commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP) research grants through January 16, 2026. These grants aim to [Read More …]

The 2026 PA Dairy Summit – Find Your True North

Purpose is your compass. Passion is your fuel. Find your True North and join us at the 2026 PA Dairy Summit on February 4-5, 2026 in the Hershey-Harrisburg area! Dairy farmers often feel like they’re moving from one fire [Read More …]

Dairy Market Report: Milk, Components Production Continues Climb

Note: Due to the ongoing government shutdown, some of the data normally reported in the Dairy Market Report is not available this month. This issue reports on the dairy data that is available. U.S. milk [Read More …]

New Zealand’s Fonterra gets farmers’ approval for $2.42 billion consumer business sale

November 3, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

New Zealand dairy producer Fonterra Co-operative Group (FCG.NZ) said on Thursday its farmer shareholders have agreed to the NZ$4.22 billion ($2.42 billion) divestment of its global consumer and associated businesses to French dairy major Lactalis. About 88.5% [Read More …]

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Some Perspective on the Kings County Farm Bureau Lawsuit Against the State Water Board

The State Court of Appeals issued two rulings this week on the Kings County Farm Bureau (KCFB) lawsuit against the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board). KCFB filed suit over actions the State Board [Read More …]

National FFA Announces Indianapolis Extension For Convention & Expo Through 2040

National FFA announced today that the National FFA Convention & Expo will continue to be held in Indianapolis through at least 2040. The announcement was made during the kickoff event for the 98th National FFA Convention [Read More …]

Fonterra farmers approve consumer sale with strong support

Fonterra’s farmer shareholders have given the go ahead for the Co-operative to sell its global Consumer and associated businesses, Mainland Group, to Lactalis for $4.22 billion, with 88.47% of the total farmer votes cast in [Read More …]

Controlling avian pests in freestyle dairy barns

As temperatures drop here in the upper midwest, many dairy farmers face an unwelcome challenge — flocks of starlings, sparrows, and pigeons settling into their barns. While a few birds might seem harmless, these feathered [Read More …]

STRIDE Youth Leadership Conference Registration Deadline Nears

Leadership workshop for high school students set for Nov. 12 at UW-River Falls A full day of interactive workshops, hands-on lab experiences and agricultural-career exploration is in store for high school students at the 2025 [Read More …]

Economics of U.S. Beef and Cattle Market

U.S. cattle farmers have faced significant challenges in recent years, from COVID-19-related supply chain disruptions, low cattle prices and persistent drought conditions to growing threats of invasive pests and diseases, a decades-low supply of beef cows and [Read More …]

INFB Health Plans Provide Affordable, Reliable Health Care

Tippecanoe County small business saved $60,000 annually by switching to health care offering Indiana Farm Bureau Health Plans, a suite of more affordable health care offerings, announced it has more than 7,800 enrolled plans to-date, [Read More …]

ADAI team taking applications for Director of Agriculture Affairs