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Nominations Due on November 17 for PA Dairy Industry Awards

November 7, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Annual Awards Recognize Individuals Who Are Excelling in the Dairy Industry Nominations are due by November 17 for the annual Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award program. Each year, the awards recognize dairy producers and industry [Read More …]

PDP Dairy Insights Summit: “Think Beyond Tomorrow”

November 7, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Policy Makers, Leaders Look Ahead for Dairy Innovations at Dec. 11 program Evolving consumer demands, breakthroughs in product and technology innovations, and economic pressures all combine to make dairy one of the fastest-changing industries in [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program – Dairy Product Marketing Scholarship

November 7, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

One $3,000 scholarship is available to full-time undergraduate students entering their sophomore to senior year as of Fall 2025. Students must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in Pennsylvania or be a Pennsylvania [Read More …]

Creating a Dairy Biosecurity Plan for HPAI

November 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

A new round of the free, open-house-style HPAI biosecurity workshop has begun! Designed to aid Pennsylvania dairy producers, this event focuses on creating effective biosecurity plans that align with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s guidelines [Read More …]

Dairy Innovation Hub releases sixth annual report

November 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The Dairy Innovation Hub has released its sixth annual report, reflecting progress and activities at UW–Madison, UW–Platteville, and UW–River Falls from July 2024 to June 2025. The report outlines the Hub’s major accomplishments, both since [Read More …]

Back to Whole? How School Milk Could Shift Dairy Demand

November 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

How School Milk Could Shift Dairy Demand Farmers and ranchers are facing rising costs, weak prices and uneven global competition that threaten their ability to stay in business. At the same time, policy decisions in [Read More …]

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Fact vs. Fiction: Correcting Myths About California’s Dairy Methane Reduction Efforts

November 5, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Over the past eight years, California’s dairy farms have collectively achieved an annual reduction of 5 million metric tons of methane (CO2e) and counting. This is important, as scientists agree that reductions in methane emissions [Read More …]

NMPF Dairy Market Report: Milk, components production continues to climb

November 3, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. milk production grew by 3.6% annually during the June-August period, while total milkfat production increased by 5.3%, as the average component composition of producer milk continues to increase. U.S. fluid milk sales were 1.7% [Read More …]

The 2026 PA Dairy Summit – Find Your True North

November 3, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Purpose is your compass. Passion is your fuel. Find your True North and join us at the 2026 PA Dairy Summit on February 4-5, 2026 in the Hershey-Harrisburg area! Dairy farmers often feel like they’re moving from one fire [Read More …]

Dairy Market Report: Milk, Components Production Continues Climb

November 3, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Note: Due to the ongoing government shutdown, some of the data normally reported in the Dairy Market Report is not available this month. This issue reports on the dairy data that is available. U.S. milk [Read More …]

Maintaining Dairy’s Focus on the School Menu

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Every day in schools across the country, cafeteria teams face a tremendous challenge – serving nutritious, appealing meals that meet ever-evolving federal nutrition standards while operating under tight budgets, limited staff and intense time constraints. [Read More …]

INFLATION – Are Retail Prices of Dairy Products Increasing?

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Retail inflation of the major dairy products was covered six months ago in a post to this site . A lot has happened since then. This post will cover the U.S. food index, and cheese, whole milk, [Read More …]

Protect Winter Milk Production with Proactive Lice and Mange Control

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Prevent costly external parasite problems with a fall pour-on protocol tailored to your dairy herd. As temperatures drop and hair coats grow, external parasites like lice and mange start to become active in dairy herds. While these [Read More …]

A Practical Guide to Planning Your Automated Milking Barn

November 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Farmers should consider designing with growth in mind, assessing whether to build new or retrofit existing facilities and engaging a team of experts. By learning from experienced producers and established farms, dairy owners can make [Read More …]

Register now for the Alltech Dairy Summit!

October 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Registration is officially open for the 2025 Alltech Dairy Summit. Over the past two decades, the Alltech Dairy Summit has been rooted in sharing science and sparking conversation among those who are well-equipped to tackle [Read More …]

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

October 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced the return of its student internship program where young agriculture ambassadors will represent Real California Milk internationally. Applications are now open for summer representatives in CMAB’s partner countries. [Read More …]

Ohio State University Hosts Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge

October 29, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

While its own students vacated the Ohio State University Wooster campus for fall break; students from across the Northeast filled the void on campus as Ohio State hosted the 2025 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge. Students [Read More …]

Invest in Personal Skills, Dairy Business Success With Financial Development Program

October 29, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Full and partial scholarships available from valued “Count on Us” partners Some of the most valuable investments in today’s dairy businesses are not represented in cows, equipment or technology. For many, investing time and resources [Read More …]

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

October 24, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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

October 24, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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 …]

CPDF adds $10,000 scholarship to its scholarship portfolio

October 24, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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 …]

Dairy Executives to Explore Strategy, Sustainable Growth in Puerto Rico

October 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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 …]

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

October 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

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 …]

Farmer Focus: Windemuller redefines dairy storytelling

October 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Paul Windemuller’s path to the dairy industry is just as much about communication as it is about cows. The first-generation dairy farmer is bringing his industry insight to life through his podcast, “AgCulture,” which bridges the gap [Read More …]

Texas dairy isn’t an industry – it’s a family

October 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

In Texas, dairy isn’t just an industry, it’s a close-knit community and a family. As executive director of the Texas Association of Dairymen, I’m fortunate to spend time with the people who make this community [Read More …]

Smart Feeding: Management for Dairy Efficiency

October 21, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Discover how smart feeding practices boost dairy efficiency in this workshop for managers, employees, and industry professionals. “Smart Feeding: Management for Dairy Efficiency” highlights the critical role of feed management in optimizing dairy herd performance. This [Read More …]

Early registration for Dairy Forum 2026 ends this Friday. Register now!

October 17, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Start 2026 off right at Dairy Forum! From dynamic, thought-provoking sessions to unmatched networking opportunities, Dairy Forum offers something for everyone in the dairy industry. Spread across four days, Dairy Forum includes dozens of insightful [Read More …]

Nominations Due on November 17 for PA Dairy Industry Awards

PDP Dairy Insights Summit: “Think Beyond Tomorrow”

Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program – Dairy Product Marketing Scholarship

Creating a Dairy Biosecurity Plan for HPAI

Dairy Innovation Hub releases sixth annual report

Back to Whole? How School Milk Could Shift Dairy Demand

Fact vs. Fiction: Correcting Myths About California’s Dairy Methane Reduction Efforts

NMPF Dairy Market Report: Milk, components production continues to climb

The 2026 PA Dairy Summit – Find Your True North

Dairy Market Report: Milk, Components Production Continues Climb

Maintaining Dairy’s Focus on the School Menu

INFLATION – Are Retail Prices of Dairy Products Increasing?

Protect Winter Milk Production with Proactive Lice and Mange Control

A Practical Guide to Planning Your Automated Milking Barn

Register now for the Alltech Dairy Summit!

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

Ohio State University Hosts Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge

Invest in Personal Skills, Dairy Business Success With Financial Development Program

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

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

CPDF adds $10,000 scholarship to its scholarship portfolio

Dairy Executives to Explore Strategy, Sustainable Growth in Puerto Rico

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

Farmer Focus: Windemuller redefines dairy storytelling

Texas dairy isn’t an industry – it’s a family

Smart Feeding: Management for Dairy Efficiency

Early registration for Dairy Forum 2026 ends this Friday. Register now!

Dairy processors seek workers to power growth

A once-in-a-generation discovery is transforming a Michigan dairy farm

Dairy Market News at a Glance

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