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Agronomic Pesticide Update: Pesticide Application and Recordkeeping

July 1, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Earn pesticide recertification credits from the comfort of your home or office! The Agronomic Pesticide Update: Pesticide Application and Recordkeeping offers Pennsylvania commercial, public, and private applicators the opportunity to earn Core (2 credits) and [Read More …]

Staging Soybeans – Early Considerations

June 29, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

With many fields of soybeans actively growing, there is some general information one needs to become familiar with what the plant is going through. This article will discuss how to growth stage soybeans in the [Read More …]

Management of Spring Planted Cool-Season Forages

June 22, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Are your spring seeded cool-season forages getting close to harvest? Remember that the management of these crops now can determine the longevity of these stands in the future. These tips can help promote thicker stands [Read More …]

Evaluating Late Season Diseases in Small Grains

June 18, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Assessing disease incidence and severity is important to determine the impact of small grains diseases on yield. Earlier this year , we discussed the decision-making process to help decide if a foliar fungicide would be warranted [Read More …]

Beware of Liquid Calcium Products

June 18, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Do the math and consider the chemistry before investing in a liquid calcium product for your soil. Liquid calcium products are a mainstay in the vast marketplace of less-than-reputable soil fertility amendments. Most liquid calcium [Read More …]

Using 5-day Timed AI Protocols on Dairies

June 9, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A 5-day protocol something to consider for your cows or heifers if a new TAI approach is needed. There are four protocols for timed artificial insemination (TAI) of dairy cows recommended by the Dairy Cattle [Read More …]

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Annual Youth Dairy Days to be held virtually

May 28, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Youth interested in dairy industry invited to participate The Penn State Extension dairy team is offering an online opportunity for young people to learn the science of modern dairy farming during the Youth Dairy Days [Read More …]

Reducing Forage Harvest Losses

May 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Ready, set, mow! First cutting alfalfa is underway in many parts of the state. Every pass across the field reduces the amount of dry matter you end up with in a bale. How much are [Read More …]

Dairy Team offers resources for milk supply management decisions

May 25, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Webinars, address the major interruptions in the dairy economy As dairy producers face a myriad of options in response to milk supply management difficulties brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Penn State Extension Dairy [Read More …]

Webinar: Long Term Decisions Through Milk Supply Management

May 13, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Registration now available! Join us for the Long Term Decisions Through Milk Supply Management live webinar for a discussion on how COVID-19 has caused major disruption in the milk supply chain. Many farms will have [Read More …]

Grazing Cover Crops

May 11, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Grazing cover crops is receiving new attention. Here are some reasons to take a hard look at it: Grazing is a very cost-effective way of feeding animals – the cost per ton of dry matter fed is [Read More …]

Applying Manure with A Drag Line System

May 11, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Drag line manure application is attracting farmers attention in Pennsylvania. Numerous advantages can be found when compared to hauling manure in tankers. Applying manure with a drag line system is getting a lot of interest [Read More …]

Pasture Species Selection by Animal Group

May 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Pasture renovation and reseeding decisions must be based on type of stock grazing. Matching forage species, varieties and growth to forage needs of livestock is critical to reducing use of stored or purchased feeds. The [Read More …]

Social Distancing is Just as Important on Dairy Farms

May 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Separating calves from their mothers at birth is a farming practice that is sometimes questioned and criticized. However, this separation is not only beneficial for the dam, but the calf also. While the new COVID-19 [Read More …]

Due to COVID-19 outbreak, state temporarily OKs farms applying milk to fields

April 29, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Temporary permission, which expires June 1 In response to a sharp reduction in the demand for milk due to the COVID-19 outbreak, which has disrupted supply chains, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued [Read More …]

Penn State Extension webinars outline process for Paycheck Protection Program

April 29, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Program could provide some relief for crucial small businesses Penn State Extension is hosting free webinars aimed at helping farmers and small business owners, including sole proprietors, understand the Paycheck Protection Program, a loan program designed [Read More …]

Growing Corn and Corn Silage on a Budget

April 28, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

This article, “Growing Corn and Corn Silage on a Budget” is this week’s Agronomy Highlight. The Agronomy Highlight discussion is an opportunity to ask the author questions about the highlighted article, get updates from Penn State Extension Agronomy [Read More …]

On-Farm Milk Disposal Guidance Released for Pennsylvania

April 28, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Governor Wolf has authorized temporary suspension of certain manure and waste land application regulations through June 1, 2020 As the COVID-19 emergency continues to evolve milk dumping has become a reality for some dairies. In [Read More …]

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Not long ago, Pa was one of the top milk-producing states in the country The COVID-19 outbreak is hitting Pennsylvania’s beleaguered dairy industry hard, and sadly, there is a segment that will not be able [Read More …]

Penn State Extension: COVID-19 Resources Available during This Time of Need

April 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

COVID-19 is the most serious health and economic threat of our lifetime. None of us are invulnerable to its effects. But it has only strengthened our resolve to reach you with the science-based information and [Read More …]

Winter Grain Mites Found in Some Rye Fields

April 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Populations of this pest species, which appears to be uncommon in Pennsylvania, can grow in fields planted annually with small grains. A perceptive croup scout working recently in Chester County near Parkesburg found some fields [Read More …]

Dairy Management Mondays webinar

April 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Webinar will address management aspects of on-farm milk culturing with Dr. Ginger Fenton Dairy producers, employees and agribusiness professionals are invited to join Penn State Extension for the last installment of the Dairy Management Monday [Read More …]

Scouting Small Grains Diseases for Improved Fungicide Decision Making

April 14, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Commit to scouting and growth staging your small grain to understand if the disease intensity warrants a fungicide application. Deciding to apply or not to apply fungicides in your small grain crops should be on [Read More …]

Spring Pasture Management: Where Do I Start?

April 8, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Unusually warm weather and rains encourage pasture growth. Use caution when planning to turn livestock out to graze. Getting out a little earlier in the spring may cost you more than you know in the [Read More …]

Virtual Dairy Advisory Teams provide ‘social distance’ and effective communication

April 6, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Dairy Advisory Team lead to better communication In 2020 as winter moves into spring the world is being rocked by COVID-19. While our dairy farm businesses continue to be key drivers in our food production [Read More …]

Increase dairy productivity with insight offered through Technology Tuesday webinars

April 3, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Technology Tuesday webinars are recorded, available for viewing at later date. Dairy producers, employees, and agribusiness professionals are invited to join Penn State Extension for the last installment of the Technology Tuesday webinar series at [Read More …]

Penn State Extension services continue during COVID-19 restrictions

March 31, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Extension’s Commitment to You Has Not Changed For over 150 years, Penn State Extension has fulfilled its mission of delivering science-based education to Pennsylvania communities. We will not waiver on that promise during this challenging [Read More …]

Increase dairy productivity with insight offered through Dairy Management Mondays webinar

March 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Next Dairy Management Monday webinar is 1 p.m., on March 23 Dairy producers, employees and agribusiness professionals are invited to join Penn State Extension for the Dairy Management Monday webinar at 1 p.m., March 23. [Read More …]

Spring Weed Control in Alfalfa

March 11, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

As spring approaches, forage weeds can become a problem. Certain herbicides can be applied, but timing is critical As warmer weather approaches, start thinking about controlling winter annual weeds (especially common chickweed) in alfalfa. Keep [Read More …]

Improve dairy grazing management with insight offered through webinar series

March 9, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Dairy producers, employees and agribusiness professionals are invited to join Penn State Extension for the last installment of the Dairy Grazing Management webinar series at 1 p.m. on March 11. This webinar will focus on [Read More …]

Agronomic Pesticide Update: Pesticide Application and Recordkeeping

Staging Soybeans – Early Considerations

Management of Spring Planted Cool-Season Forages

Evaluating Late Season Diseases in Small Grains

Beware of Liquid Calcium Products

Using 5-day Timed AI Protocols on Dairies

Annual Youth Dairy Days to be held virtually

Reducing Forage Harvest Losses

Dairy Team offers resources for milk supply management decisions

Webinar: Long Term Decisions Through Milk Supply Management

Grazing Cover Crops

Applying Manure with A Drag Line System

Pasture Species Selection by Animal Group

Due to COVID-19 outbreak, state temporarily OKs farms applying milk to fields

Penn State Extension webinars outline process for Paycheck Protection Program

Growing Corn and Corn Silage on a Budget

On-Farm Milk Disposal Guidance Released for Pennsylvania

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

Penn State Extension: COVID-19 Resources Available during This Time of Need

Winter Grain Mites Found in Some Rye Fields

Dairy Management Mondays webinar

Scouting Small Grains Diseases for Improved Fungicide Decision Making

Spring Pasture Management: Where Do I Start?

Virtual Dairy Advisory Teams provide ‘social distance’ and effective communication

Increase dairy productivity with insight offered through Technology Tuesday webinars

Penn State Extension services continue during COVID-19 restrictions

Increase dairy productivity with insight offered through Dairy Management Mondays webinar

Spring Weed Control in Alfalfa

Improve dairy grazing management with insight offered through webinar series

Building Confidence Through Support

What is Causing Financial Volatility in the Dairy Industry? Digging Deeper – Part II

Rethinking Protein Quality: Why Canola Meal Stands Out for High-Producing Dairy Cows

Do You Care Enough to Fix It?