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Making the transition from formula to milk is an exciting milestone for both parents and toddlers. Whole milk not only supports healthy growth but also provides essential nutrients that your little one needs in this new stage. Understanding when [Read More …]

Animal Mortality Composting Demonstration Scheduled for November 6 in Erie County

Join us as we demonstrate the proper ways to operate your animal mortality compost pile on-farm. Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with the Cornell Waste Management Institute, Western NY Crop Management, local Soil and Water [Read More …]

DATCP and USDA Announce Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program

Equipment-Only Grant Recipients The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to award 11 projects through the Resilient Food Systems [Read More …]

PDP: Environmental Models & Market News

Tune into webinar series for review of sustainability tools, latest in ag markets and news This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal® from Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP) will give producers the opportunity to interact with [Read More …]

America’s Farm Economy Is in Crisis

Across the country, farmers and ranchers are under tremendous pressure, squeezed by high costs, low prices, and growing uncertainty about the future of American agriculture. Farms that have been in families for generations are disappearing, [Read More …]

Know the Difference: Health Insurance vs. Discount Plans and Scams

Consumers have choices, and during open enrollment periods when time is limited, it is important to understand the differences between health insurance and medical discount plans. These plans are sometimes mistaken for insurance; but in [Read More …]

Harden says U.S. positioned to meet global dairy demand

Among the major dairy-producing countries, the U.S. is best positioned to meet the world’s growing dairy demand sustainably and efficiently, USDEC President and CEO Krysta Harden emphasized today at the IDF World Dairy Summit. The global population [Read More …]

Call for Nominations: Indiana Dairy Producer of the Year and Indiana Young Dairy Producer of the Year

Again in 2026, Indiana Dairy Producers will be awarding the Indiana Dairy Producer of the Year and the Indiana Young Dairy Producer of the Year Awards. These awards are to recognize outstanding accomplishment, professionalism, and [Read More …]

IDFA Urges Against Premature Establishment of Regulatory Definition for Ultra-Processed Foods

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in response to the agencies’ request for information to help develop a uniform [Read More …]

Fall Forage Management Tips

Fall forage management is important for overwintering cool-season perennials in both hay and pasture systems and to promote healthy spring growth. As summer winds down and fall approaches, cool-season forages like alfalfa and orchardgrass will [Read More …]

CPDF adds $10,000 scholarship to its scholarship portfolio

One $10,000, two $5,000, two $2,500 and one $1,000 scholarships will be awarded in 2026. The Central Plains Dairy Foundation (CPDF) announced that it will provide one $10,000 scholarship in 2026, along with two $5,000 [Read More …]

Feeding Forage to Dairy Calves Has Long-Term Benefits

Study suggests including 10-15% alfalfa hay in pre-weaning calf diets positively impacts health, rumen development, and milk production in the first lactation. Feeding forage to pre-weaned calves has been a topic of discussion for many [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Announces Plan for American Ranchers and Consumers

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced a suite of actions [Read More …]

Dairy Executives to Explore Strategy, Sustainable Growth in Puerto Rico

2026 PDP Managers Academy offers executive coaching, out-of-industry insights, cultural experiences The 2026 Managers Academy for Dairy Professionals®, presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP), is a unique opportunity for dairy industry leaders to bolster their [Read More …]

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Calling Dairy Industry Nonprofits: Apply for Grants to Bring New Ideas to Life!

Dec. 1 application deadline for grants up to $10,000 from Dairy’s Foundation Do you have a great idea for a new program to educate dairy farmers or share information about the dairy industry with the [Read More …]

McCann makes legacy at DFA

Some farm kids grow up to take over the family business. Others take jobs that ensure all family farms can thrive for generations to come. They are both crucial to the success of dairy legacies, [Read More …]

Learn More About Everything the Women in Dairy Network Has to Offer

With 1,200 members and growing, there’s a lot happening in the Women in Dairy Network! IDFA’s network is dedicated to advancing recruitment, retention, and gender equality across the U.S. dairy sector. Through data-driven tools, C-suite engagement, and [Read More …]

Public Comment Period Closes for DATCP Administrative Rules 10 and 12

The public comment period closed on October 15, 2025 on two Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) administrative rules. DATCP received hundreds of comments related to ATCP 10 (Animal Disease and Movement) and ATCP 12 (Animal [Read More …]

Financial Considerations for Farm Transitions

Dairy Farm Families Invited to Workshops on Nov. 18 and 20 Do you find yourself worrying about how to make the numbers work for a farm transition on your farm? Are you concerned if it [Read More …]

Feed Me the Scoop on Veterinary Feed Directive

Description of in-feed medications and how they fit into the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) rules set forth by the Food and Drug Administration (2017). We are very lucky in this country to have a group [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Accepting Applications to Support Northeast Food Security Initiatives

Farm Credit East is now accepting applications for its Food Access Infrastructure Initiative Grant. This initiative provides organizations with grants of up to $50,000 as they work to improve food security in the Northeast. The [Read More …]

Register Today for Business Management & Advanced Finance Workshop

Two-day course equips dairy managers, lenders and other dairy with advanced concepts Constructed as a capstone course in dairy management and finances, the 2025 Business Management & Advanced Finance Workshop, presented by Professional Dairy Producers®(PDP), is [Read More …]

Farmers Need Immediate Economic Assistance and Meaningful Reforms

There is a crisis in farm country: Family farmers are facing severe economic and financial circumstances, with each passing day becoming increasingly dire. Recently enacted trade policies, and the corresponding reactions by other countries, have wreaked [Read More …]

Build Your Leadership Skills with Ag Supervisory Leadership Courses

Discount Available for PA Dairy Producers Are you a dairy farm supervisor or manager who wants to learn about human resource management practices? Have you been wanting to develop leadership skills that can foster a rewarding workplace that drives results on [Read More …]

An Overall View of Supply and Demand for Butterfat

There is a lot of talk in the dairy industry concerning butterfat. Some say the U.S. is producing too much butterfat and others say we need to produce more before our supply and demand reaches [Read More …]

California Milk Advisory Board Offer Opportunity For Student Ambassadors To Share California Dairy Messages With International Audiences