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PDPW Dairy Processor Tours will Provide Inside Look, New Perspectives

September 29, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Tour three innovative dairy processors on Thurs., Oct. 26 Dairy producers have a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and see how the milk produced on their farms is processed into the cheese, milk [Read More …]

Fonterra’s profit more than doubles on demand for dairy ingredients, shares rise

September 22, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

New Zealand’s Fonterra Co-Operative Group (FCG.NZ) on Thursday reported a more than doubled annual profit on strong margins from its cheese and protein portfolio, and declared a higher final dividend, sending its shares higher. The world’s biggest [Read More …]

The Dairy Alliance Celebrates National Farmer’s Day

September 22, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

National Farmer’s Day is October 12 and The Dairy Alliance, a leader in the dairy industry in raising awareness about the nutritional advantages of milk, is celebrating with Live Virtual Farm Tours. The tours will take [Read More …]

USDA Provides $5 Million in Second Round of Payments to Help Organic Dairy Producers Cover Increased Costs

September 22, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a second round of payments for dairy producers through the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP), providing an additional $5 million to help dairy producers mitigate market [Read More …]

Grants Available to Pair PA Dairy Farms With Professional Consultants in 7 Areas

September 22, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Center’s Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Program Is Now Open The Center for Dairy Excellence is now accepting applications for the Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Grant Program for the 2023-24 year. Through the grant program, [Read More …]

Former Dairy Veterinarian Publishes Book With Proceeds Supporting Next Generation

September 20, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Dr. Charlie Gardner Published The Blessed Life of a Cow Doctor To help support students who are pursuing future careers in the dairy industry, Dr. Charlie Gardner, a former dairy veterinarian and consultant who works [Read More …]

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DeLaval at World Dairy Expo 2023: Representing Leading-Edge Innovations, Educational Sessions and Exclusive Interviews

September 19, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

WHAT: DeLaval, a worldwide leader in milking equipment and solutions for dairy farmers, is participating in the World Dairy Expo taking place in Madison, Wisconsin, Oct. 1-6, 2023. DeLaval is prepared to introduce its latest innovations, [Read More …]

High School Students Invited to Tour Two Berks County Dairy Farms on Oct. 19

September 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Farm Tour Will Take Place in Berks County With Both In-Person and Virtual Options High school students are invited to learn about multiple career opportunities in the dairy industry during the annual Dairy Leaders [Read More …]

Join the National Young Cooperators Program at World Dairy Expo for a Workshop and Reception

September 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

New and beginning farmers from National Milk Producers Federation member cooperatives are invited to attend a seminar and reception hosted by the National Young Cooperators (YC) Program on Thursday, Oct. 5. The events are being held [Read More …]

IDFA to DGAC: Limiting Full-Fat Dairy Is No Longer Science-Based

September 18, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Today, I provided oral comments to the third meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC)—a panel of 20 nutrition and public health experts tasked with providing a scientific report to inform the federal [Read More …]

Limiting Full-Fat Dairy Is No Longer Science-Based

September 15, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Roberta Wagner, senior vice president for regulatory and scientific affairs with the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), provided oral testimony today to the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC)—a panel of 20 nutrition and public [Read More …]

Improve Understanding of Dairy Business Financials with PDPW Financial Literacy for Dairy

September 15, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Three Levels of Training Available; First Program Begins November 8 Understanding the financials of a dairy business is fundamental to making effective operational decisions. The 2023-24 sessions of PDPW Financial Literacy for Dairy® are designed [Read More …]

Hiland Dairy, 2% White Milk, Produced in Norman, Oklahoma, Earns Top Honors at the 2023 World Dairy Product Awards

September 13, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Hiland was awarded an additional 19 wins in other categories in the prestigious dairy competition Hiland Dairy’s Norman, Oklahoma, plant has earned the Grade A Grand Champion Award for its 2% white milk at the [Read More …]

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Minimum dairy pricing policy could expand milk production, affect water quality

September 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

A dairy pricing policy originally proposed at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic could have resulted in dairy farmers getting 10% more for their products if the policy had been passed, according to a Penn [Read More …]

All-American Dairy Show Set for September 16-20

September 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Final Entry Deadlines Approaching The All-American Dairy Show is preparing to welcome exhibitors, vendors and guests to the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center in Harrisburg, from Sept. 16-20. “We have another top-notch event planned and [Read More …]

PA Dairy Performance Indicators Released

September 7, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The brand new “Pennsylvania Dairy Performance Indicators” report is now available!This project has been years in the making, and PA dairy farm families and industry representatives that support them can use the performance indicator averages included in the [Read More …]

PA Dairy Performance Indicators Report Released, Discussion To Be Held At Dairy Financial Conference

September 6, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Conference Will Be Held on September 13 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania A new “Pennsylvania Dairy Performance Indicators” report is now available. The Center for Dairy Excellence helped facilitate the project while Horizon Farm Credit and [Read More …]

Global dairy industry: Record-high revenues reshuffle Dairy Top 20 ranking, Lactalis keeps No. 1 spot

September 6, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Rabobank’s annual Global Dairy Top 20 report, which highlights revenue performance of the world’s dairy industry leaders, shows that only five companies kept the same position as last year, indicating a reshuffle along the entire [Read More …]

Dairy Products Pricing Report Captures Small Portion of Sales Volumes

September 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

On August 23, USDA began hearing testimony on proposals to amend the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. The 21 submitted proposals have been categorized under six different subjects by USDA. The second subject, Surveyed Commodity [Read More …]

Starting From the Ground Up: Blair County Dairy Producers Share How They Built Their Herd, Managed Cash Flow and Took the Leap

September 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Donald and Gabrielle Miller don’t have a traditional background in dairy farming, but what they do have is a burning passion for the dairy industry and the courage to start their own operation from scratch. [Read More …]

Governor Hochul Recognizes Winners of the 2023 Dairy Products Competition

September 4, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Annual Tradition Highlights World-Class Dairy Products in New York State Stewart’s Shops Honored with Gold for Best Fluid Milk, Upstate Farms Buffalo Earns Silver Ice Cream Offered as a Category for the First Time This [Read More …]

National Dairy Council’s Reputation Growing Through Emerging Leaders

September 1, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

National Dairy Council (NDC) is in rare territory as a century-old organization that has created an enduring reputation with consumers and across the health and wellness community. We have farmers to thank who in 1915 [Read More …]

You can’t turn off dairy cow stress

September 1, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Stressors resource center helps shed light on its complexities How do you save energy? That’s easy. Turn off the lights. Unfortunately, when it comes to dairy cow stress, it’s not that simple. You can’t turn [Read More …]

Progress of the Dairy Farm Report

September 1, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Selected Financial and Production Factors The objective of the Dairy Farm Business Summary & Analysis Program (DFBS) is to help farm managers improve the financial management of their dairy farm through appropriate use of historical [Read More …]

Strategies to Improve Dairy Cattle Reproductive Performance during Summer Heat Stress

September 1, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Heat stress is a major concern for dairy farmers during the summer months, as it negatively impacts the reproductive performance of dairy cattle. Conception rates of dairy cattle have been shown to decrease by 20% [Read More …]

Ryan Benthem named 2023 MMPA Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperator

August 30, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Ryan Benthem of McBain, Michigan, was selected as the state winning 2023 Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperator (OYDC) by a panel of judges represented by leaders in the Great Lakes dairy industry. As the winning cooperator, [Read More …]

Dairy Farm Families Invited to “Passing the Torch” Transition Planning Workshop on Nov. 20

August 30, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The Interactive Workshop Will Feature Family Roundtable Discussions with Outside Advisors It’s never too early or too late to start thinking about “passing the torch” and finding someone in line to transition ownership of your [Read More …]

2023-2024 California Dairy Princess Ambassadors

August 30, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

The California Milk Advisory Board is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 California Dairy Princess Ambassadors. The newly crowned 2023-2024 Dairy Princess Ambassadors for the California dairy industry are (left to right): Jaiden Johnson (District 1 [Read More …]

Beef on Dairy Brings New Value to the Marketplace

August 29, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

More dairies expected to incorporate beef breed genetics for additional revenue stream The U.S. beef cow herd reached its lowest level in decades this summer as prolonged drought conditions in major cattle producing regions led [Read More …]

Real California Milk Excelerator Cohort Announced, Eight Dairy Startups Compete in 5th Annual Dairy Innovation Competition

August 29, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

CMAB and VentureFuel “Open Innovation” finalists tap into mentorship,support network to compete for funding to grow, expand products in California and beyond Today, the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) in partnership with innovation advisory VentureFuel, announced the eight finalists selected [Read More …]

PDPW Dairy Processor Tours will Provide Inside Look, New Perspectives

Fonterra’s profit more than doubles on demand for dairy ingredients, shares rise

The Dairy Alliance Celebrates National Farmer’s Day

USDA Provides $5 Million in Second Round of Payments to Help Organic Dairy Producers Cover Increased Costs

Grants Available to Pair PA Dairy Farms With Professional Consultants in 7 Areas

Former Dairy Veterinarian Publishes Book With Proceeds Supporting Next Generation

DeLaval at World Dairy Expo 2023: Representing Leading-Edge Innovations, Educational Sessions and Exclusive Interviews

High School Students Invited to Tour Two Berks County Dairy Farms on Oct. 19

Join the National Young Cooperators Program at World Dairy Expo for a Workshop and Reception

IDFA to DGAC: Limiting Full-Fat Dairy Is No Longer Science-Based

Limiting Full-Fat Dairy Is No Longer Science-Based

Improve Understanding of Dairy Business Financials with PDPW Financial Literacy for Dairy

Hiland Dairy, 2% White Milk, Produced in Norman, Oklahoma, Earns Top Honors at the 2023 World Dairy Product Awards

Minimum dairy pricing policy could expand milk production, affect water quality

All-American Dairy Show Set for September 16-20

PA Dairy Performance Indicators Released

PA Dairy Performance Indicators Report Released, Discussion To Be Held At Dairy Financial Conference

Global dairy industry: Record-high revenues reshuffle Dairy Top 20 ranking, Lactalis keeps No. 1 spot

Dairy Products Pricing Report Captures Small Portion of Sales Volumes

Starting From the Ground Up: Blair County Dairy Producers Share How They Built Their Herd, Managed Cash Flow and Took the Leap

Governor Hochul Recognizes Winners of the 2023 Dairy Products Competition

National Dairy Council’s Reputation Growing Through Emerging Leaders

You can’t turn off dairy cow stress

Progress of the Dairy Farm Report

Strategies to Improve Dairy Cattle Reproductive Performance during Summer Heat Stress

Ryan Benthem named 2023 MMPA Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperator

Dairy Farm Families Invited to “Passing the Torch” Transition Planning Workshop on Nov. 20

2023-2024 California Dairy Princess Ambassadors

Beef on Dairy Brings New Value to the Marketplace

Real California Milk Excelerator Cohort Announced, Eight Dairy Startups Compete in 5th Annual Dairy Innovation Competition

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