Agriculture

DeLaval Teat Spray Robot Wins AgTech Breakthrough Award

August 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The TSR2 is awarded Overall Agriculture Robotics Solution of the Year DeLaval, a global leader in dairy farming solutions, is honored to announce that the DeLaval teat spray robot TSR2 was selected as the Overall Agriculture [Read More …]

The Dairy Alliance, Tennessee Department of Agriculture and Tennessee Dairy Promotion Committee Join Forces at the Tennessee State Fair

August 15, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Support the dairy milk experience across Tennessee with educational activities, cooking demonstrations, and a milk dispenser giveaway The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, the Tennessee Department of [Read More …]

Seven scholarships help agriculture majors pursue careers

August 14, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

CentralStar Cooperative’s Board of Directors, committed to supporting dairy and beef producers throughout the upper Midwest, proudly announces the recipients of $1,000 scholarships awarded to seven students pursuing agricultural degrees at colleges and technical schools. [Read More …]

Don’t Forget to RSVP for the Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast on August 14

August 12, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

HPAI and the Animal Ag Industry: Why Biosecurity Is Essential If you’re attending Ag Progress Days next week, there’s still time to RSVP for the Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast! The free breakfast will be held on Wednesday, August [Read More …]

Seven scholarships help agriculture majors pursue careers

August 1, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

CentralStar Cooperative’s Board of Directors, committed to supporting dairy and beef producers throughout the upper Midwest, proudly announces the recipients of $1,000 scholarships awarded to seven students pursuing agricultural degrees at colleges and technical schools. [Read More …]

Ohio State University advancing animal agriculture with new Waterman Dairy

July 31, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory in Columbus will soon be home to The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) new state-of-the-art dairy facility, replacing the outdated 1972 structure [Read More …]

Georgia Department of Agriculture Dairy Program Recognized for Excellence in Dairy Safety Compliance

July 30, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s (GDA) Dairy Program has achieved official recognition for its exceptional compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Milk Safety Program. Following [Read More …]

Five Things We’ll Miss Without a New Farm Bill

July 30, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The farm bill is already a year late, the stakes are high and time is running out. The law from which USDA takes its marching orders is supposed to be revised and renewed every five [Read More …]

You’re Invited to the Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast on August 14

July 22, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

HPAI and the Animal Ag Industry: Why Biosecurity Is Essential With Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) affecting dairy herds and poultry flocks in the United States, join the entire Pennsylvania animal agriculture industry for the [Read More …]

AgWest introduces new monthly report on agriculture

July 17, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

AgWest Farm Credit is introducing a new monthly market report covering the state of major agricultural commodities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. AgWest industry and research teams gather market updates from [Read More …]

Secure Your Seat at Agriculture’s Sustainability Event of the Year

July 15, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Registration is now open for the 2024 Sustainable Agriculture Summit. An early registration rate of $700 is available through July 31, as well as single day passes and further discounted rates for farmers, government employees, and [Read More …]

CDFA’s Inspection Services Division welcomes summer intern and congratulates her for California Women for Agriculture scholarship

July 11, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Inspection Services Division (ISD) welcomes summer intern Tonantzin Ortiz and congratulates her for recently earning a Salinas Valley Chapter of California Women in Agriculture (CWA) Agricultural Studies [Read More …]

‘Adopt a Cow’ Program Brings Agriculture to the Classroom

July 8, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Enrollment Open Until Sept. 15. The Interactive Lesson Series Can Be Incorporated Into Both In-Person and Virtual Instruction Discover Dairy’s “Adopt a Cow” program opened for enrollment for the 2024-25 school year on May 1. [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Leaders Explore New Facets of the Industry

June 21, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Cohort 3 of NIAA’s Advanced Training for Animal Agriculture Leaders explored Kansas agriculture businesses to learn more about the agriculture industry The third cohort of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture’s (NIAA) Advanced Training for Animal [Read More …]

More than $2.5M in new funding to support Michigan animal agriculture research, outreach

June 19, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

With more than $2.5 million, the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture (M-AAA) will invest in 23 new research and outreach projects led by Michigan State University researchers and MSU Extension educators. The funding is available through the [Read More …]

2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors Election Results Announced

June 18, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors election results. On July 1, 2024, the following dairy producers will begin a [Read More …]

Animal Agriculture Leaders Empower One Health Discussions Ahead of UN General Assembly

June 13, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

White papers, farm tours, and One Health leader collaborations to inform U.S. leaders for UN General Assembly meetings on AMR and stewardship in animal agriculture The National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) has released the [Read More …]

2024 Nutrient Management Regional Meetings

June 5, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Registration for the second annual nutrient management regional meetings is now open! DATCP has partnered with NRCS, the Nutrient and Pest Management team, and the SnapPlus team to bring you updates and information related to [Read More …]

State Board of Food and Agriculture to Discuss Local Economic Development Initiatives

May 31, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

That Advance Opportunities for Farmers, Ranchers, Farm Workers and Communities at June 4th Meeting The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will discuss local economic initiatives that advance opportunities within agricultural communities at its [Read More …]

House Agriculture Committee Approves Farm Bill Draft

May 28, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The House Agriculture Committee approved the long-awaited 2024 Farm Bill earlier this morning on a vote of 33-21, although it doesn’t appear that the measure will go to the full House for a vote at [Read More …]

NMPF Thanks House Agriculture Committee For Farm Bill Progress And Key Dairy Wins

May 28, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The National Milk Producers Federation thanked members of the House Agriculture Committee for their work to advance a 2024 Farm Bill through Congress this year, with bipartisan approval for a plan introduced by Chairman Glenn [Read More …]

NMPF Thanks House Agriculture Committee for Farm Bill Progress and Key Dairy Wins

May 27, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The National Milk Producers Federation thanked members of the House Agriculture Committee for their work to advance a 2024 Farm Bill through Congress this year, with bipartisan approval for a plan introduced by Chairman Glenn [Read More …]

Supporting Mental Health in Agriculture: Resources for Farmers, Ranchers, and Farmworkers

May 24, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

During Mental Health Awareness Month, CDFA emphasizes the agency’s mental health resources webpage tailored to the agricultural community. Available in both English and Spanish, these resources aim to provide crucial support during challenging times. CDFA Secretary Karen Ross [Read More …]

USDA Awards $300 Million to Diversify Export Markets for U.S. Agriculture

May 22, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is allocating $300 million to 66 U.S. organizations, under the new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP), to build demand for American food and [Read More …]

May WASDE Offers First Look at Upcoming Marketing Year

May 21, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

USDA’s May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report is a first look at the new crop year’s supply and demand balance sheets. However, with planting still in progress in the Northern Hemisphere and old crop harvesting [Read More …]

Farm Bill Process Continues with Release of House Draft Text

May 21, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

House Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson, R-PA, today released the initial text of the House’s farm bill. The committee will mark up the bill next Thursday, May 23. NMPF is reviewing the bill language, which as [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Seeks Modern Agriculture Photos for a Chance to Win $100

May 17, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Farm Credit East is currently seeking creative images of modern Northeast agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products to fill the pages of its 2025 Agricultural Views calendar. Upload picturesque images from the farm, woods or [Read More …]

House Agriculture Committee Considering Farm Bill May 23rd.

May 14, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The House Agriculture Committee plans to vote on a farm bill on May 23! According to the latest agriculture census data, the number of farms operating in the United States and the total farm acres [Read More …]

Karen Jordan, DVM receives National Institute for Animal Agriculture Meritorious Service Award

May 13, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

We’re #DFAProud that Karen Jordan, DVM, a DFA farmer-owner from N.C., recently received the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA)’s Meritorious Service Award. It’s the longest-standing award within the organization and is presented to leaders within animal agriculture [Read More …]

Lueken Dairy Farm, Union Go Dairy Chosen as Featured Farmers at the Indiana State Fair

May 9, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

The Corteva Featured Farmer Program at the Indiana State Fair is designed to celebrate and put a face on Hoosier agriculture by connecting consumers with fellow Hoosiers who grow the food they eat. It is [Read More …]

DeLaval Teat Spray Robot Wins AgTech Breakthrough Award

The Dairy Alliance, Tennessee Department of Agriculture and Tennessee Dairy Promotion Committee Join Forces at the Tennessee State Fair

Seven scholarships help agriculture majors pursue careers

Don’t Forget to RSVP for the Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast on August 14

Seven scholarships help agriculture majors pursue careers

Ohio State University advancing animal agriculture with new Waterman Dairy

Georgia Department of Agriculture Dairy Program Recognized for Excellence in Dairy Safety Compliance

Five Things We’ll Miss Without a New Farm Bill

You’re Invited to the Animal Agriculture Industry Breakfast on August 14

AgWest introduces new monthly report on agriculture

Secure Your Seat at Agriculture’s Sustainability Event of the Year

CDFA’s Inspection Services Division welcomes summer intern and congratulates her for California Women for Agriculture scholarship

‘Adopt a Cow’ Program Brings Agriculture to the Classroom

Animal Agriculture Leaders Explore New Facets of the Industry

More than $2.5M in new funding to support Michigan animal agriculture research, outreach

2024 Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors Election Results Announced

Animal Agriculture Leaders Empower One Health Discussions Ahead of UN General Assembly

2024 Nutrient Management Regional Meetings

State Board of Food and Agriculture to Discuss Local Economic Development Initiatives

House Agriculture Committee Approves Farm Bill Draft

NMPF Thanks House Agriculture Committee For Farm Bill Progress And Key Dairy Wins

NMPF Thanks House Agriculture Committee for Farm Bill Progress and Key Dairy Wins

Supporting Mental Health in Agriculture: Resources for Farmers, Ranchers, and Farmworkers

USDA Awards $300 Million to Diversify Export Markets for U.S. Agriculture

May WASDE Offers First Look at Upcoming Marketing Year

Farm Bill Process Continues with Release of House Draft Text

Farm Credit East Seeks Modern Agriculture Photos for a Chance to Win $100

House Agriculture Committee Considering Farm Bill May 23rd.

Karen Jordan, DVM receives National Institute for Animal Agriculture Meritorious Service Award

Lueken Dairy Farm, Union Go Dairy Chosen as Featured Farmers at the Indiana State Fair

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage