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Penn State Students Participate in 2025 North American Dairy Challenge

April 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Six Penn State students traveled to Florida for the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge, (NAIDC) held April 6-8 hosted by the Southern Region in Gainesville, FL. Five students also participated in the Dairy Challenge Academy. [Read More …]

IDFA Announces ‘Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment’ to Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards

April 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy food companies are stepping up to make America healthier by announcing a significant commitment that will reshape school meal menus across the nation for 30 million children. Today, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) [Read More …]

Understanding Global Dairy Trade in the Trump Era

April 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 1-2 p.m. ET Join NMPF for a members-only webinar examining the latest developments in U.S. trade policy under the Trump administration and how global markets are responding. President and CEO Gregg [Read More …]

And the Squeak Goes on

April 17, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy scientists are prolonging the shelf life of the sound that gives fresh cheese curds their fame. When thinking about what makes different foods pleasurable to eat, taste and texture will always come to mind. [Read More …]

When to Introduce Dairy Foods

April 17, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The first 1,000 days between pregnancy and a child’s second birthday are a critical time to nourish early brain development1. Dairy foods provide seven of the 14 nutrients identified by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as [Read More …]

Dairy Processors Invited to Webinar on April 29 to Review PA Agriculture Economic Analysis & Data

April 16, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy Processors Are Invited to this Free Webinar The Pennsylvania Association of Milk Dealers (PAMD) and Center for Dairy Excellence will host a webinar for dairy processors on Tuesday, April 29 from 12:30 to 1:30 [Read More …]

Central Plains Dairy Foundation awards scholarships exceeding $15,000

April 15, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

With an increased focus on investing in higher education, the Central Plains Dairy Foundation (CPDF) named four scholarship winners – up from one in previous years. Ashley Brandel, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, and Benjamin Styer and [Read More …]

Women in Dairy Virtual Networking Event: Spring Edition

April 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

IDFA is thrilled to host an exclusive, spring edition virtual networking opportunity on April 22 for members of the Women in Dairy network! This session offers a platform for you to expand your network and [Read More …]

Feeding dairy cows whole cottonseed byproduct boosts milk fat, researchers find

April 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Study suggests dairy feed supplemented with 15% spinoff from fiber production results in milk better for butter and cheese production Despite U.S. per capita-milk consumption falling significantly in recent decades, according to the U.S. Department of [Read More …]

U.S. dairy exports inch up to start 2025

April 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Robust month for cheese and positive numbers in most other product categories offset NFDM/SMP and lactose shortfalls. U.S. dairy exports kicked off 2025 with gains in almost all major product categories. But a poor month [Read More …]

Insights on agricultural commodities

April 10, 2025 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

AgWest Farm Credit has released its Monthly Market Update, providing comprehensive insights into the state of major agricultural commodities in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The update explores economic drivers impacting agriculture and [Read More …]

2024 American Dairy Association North East Annual Report Available

April 10, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

ADA North East’s 2024 Annual Report—Dairy Checkoff – Evolving for the Future—is available online and helps answer, “If not checkoff, then who?” It shows how our programs are evolving to promote milk and dairy foods [Read More …]

A Toast to Dairy

April 9, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Join us for our annual farm-to-fork event benefiting the Dairy Excellence Foundation! A Toast to Dairy is a great way to celebrate Pennsylvania dairy, network with individuals from the dairy community, and support the next [Read More …]

Making Every Drop Count: Midwest Dairy Releases 2024 Annual Report

April 8, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Annual Report highlights how Midwest Dairy grew trust, increased sales, invested in research, and developed leaders in 2024. “Collaboration is key to maximizing our investment,” said Charles Krause, Midwest Dairy Board Chair. “The report includes [Read More …]

Indiana Wet Weather Conditions

April 8, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

High winds and tornados have impacted many communities across Indiana lately, but heavy rain forecasts may be keeping dairy producers awake also. Attached is guidance from Indiana Department of Environment Management for those who may [Read More …]

Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences launches master’s and PhD programs in animal and dairy sciences

April 7, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences (ADS) in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences recently received approval from the UW Board of Regents to launch master’s and PhD graduate programs in animal and [Read More …]

2024 Semen Sales Report Reflects a Return to Sales Increases

April 4, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

National Association of Animal Breeders regular members unit sales show domestic and global semen use continues to shift with changes in economics of production. The National Association of Animal Breeders (NAAB) members report annual units [Read More …]

The Impacts of the Reproductive Microbiome on Dairy Cattle Fertility

April 4, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Reproductive failure, which includes failure to become pregnant and pregnancy loss during any point of gestation, financially devastates the dairy industry each year. With over $2,000 in loss per pregnancy failure, understanding how to mitigate [Read More …]

When to Introduce Dairy Foods

April 3, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The first 1,000 days between pregnancy and a child’s second birthday are a critical time to nourish early brain development1. Dairy foods provide seven of the 14 nutrients identified by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as [Read More …]

Are your U.S. Senators signed on as sponsors for the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act? Contact them this week!

April 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

We need a red wave — red because that is the color of the cap on whole milk in the grocery store. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act is moooving again, but needs your [Read More …]

Uplevel Dairy Talks With Holstein USA’s CEO Lindsey Worden

April 2, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Peggy Coffeen wraps up Women’s History Month by engaging in a heartfelt conversation with Lindsey Worden, the newly appointed CEO of Holstein Association USA. Lindsey, the 10th CEO in the association’s 140-year history, shares her [Read More …]

USDA: February Milk Production in Ohio

March 28, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy herds in Ohio produced 453 million pounds of milk during February, up 3.9 percent from a year ago, according to Ben Torrance, State Statistician, USDA NASS, Ohio Field Office. Production per cow in Ohio [Read More …]

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Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program Rebrands with New Logo

March 27, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program launched a new logo with a clean, modern design that better connects with a broad consumer audience. The logo contains a milk splash to emphasize dairy products and their connection to [Read More …]

DFA touts dairy’s nutritional benefits

March 27, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

It’s National Nutrition Month and we all know that dairy products are a powerhouse of calcium and protein — but did you know it’s a great way to get selenium for a strong immune system and potassium [Read More …]

IDFA Warns USTR Shipbuilding Proposal Will Lead to 8% Decline in Dairy Exports, Skyrocketing Shipping Costs

March 26, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

IDFA Supports Administration’s Efforts to Strengthen U.S. Shipbuilding, Urges USTR to Reconsider Proposal The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) today submitted formal comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) urging the agency to reconsider [Read More …]

Gopher Dairy Camp Registration is Opening Soon!

March 25, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Registration is opening on April 15th for the 2025 Gopher Dairy Camp, which will be held June 12-14, 2025. The Gopher Dairy Camp is open to youth who have completed grades six through nine but [Read More …]

NMPF, USDEC sign partnership with Guatemalan dairy association

March 24, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), and Guatemalan Dairy Development Association (ASODEL), signed a memorandum of understanding yesterday that will strengthen ties between the U.S. and Guatemalan dairy industries as they advocate [Read More …]

“Finding a Safety Net and Protecting Your Margin With Dairy Margin Coverage” Free Webinar

March 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Have you signed up for Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) yet, or are you still trying to decide if it should be part of your risk management plan this year? Are you looking to find a [Read More …]

National Dairy Board Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

March 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB). Eleven scholarships worth $2,500 each will be awarded, in addition [Read More …]

World Dairy Expo Recognizes Influential Dairy Leaders

March 18, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Expo Recognition Awards. Nominated and selected by their peers, these individuals have made remarkable contributions to the dairy industry and their communities. Honorees will [Read More …]

Penn State Students Participate in 2025 North American Dairy Challenge

IDFA Announces ‘Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment’ to Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards

Understanding Global Dairy Trade in the Trump Era

And the Squeak Goes on

When to Introduce Dairy Foods

Dairy Processors Invited to Webinar on April 29 to Review PA Agriculture Economic Analysis & Data

Central Plains Dairy Foundation awards scholarships exceeding $15,000

Women in Dairy Virtual Networking Event: Spring Edition

Feeding dairy cows whole cottonseed byproduct boosts milk fat, researchers find

U.S. dairy exports inch up to start 2025

Insights on agricultural commodities

2024 American Dairy Association North East Annual Report Available

A Toast to Dairy

Making Every Drop Count: Midwest Dairy Releases 2024 Annual Report

Indiana Wet Weather Conditions

Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences launches master’s and PhD programs in animal and dairy sciences

2024 Semen Sales Report Reflects a Return to Sales Increases

The Impacts of the Reproductive Microbiome on Dairy Cattle Fertility

When to Introduce Dairy Foods

Are your U.S. Senators signed on as sponsors for the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act? Contact them this week!

Uplevel Dairy Talks With Holstein USA’s CEO Lindsey Worden

USDA: February Milk Production in Ohio

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program Rebrands with New Logo

DFA touts dairy’s nutritional benefits

IDFA Warns USTR Shipbuilding Proposal Will Lead to 8% Decline in Dairy Exports, Skyrocketing Shipping Costs

Gopher Dairy Camp Registration is Opening Soon!

NMPF, USDEC sign partnership with Guatemalan dairy association

“Finding a Safety Net and Protecting Your Margin With Dairy Margin Coverage” Free Webinar

National Dairy Board Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

World Dairy Expo Recognizes Influential Dairy Leaders

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