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Secretary Rollins Unveils Weeklong Celebration of American Agriculture with the Great American Farmers Market

July 25, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announces the kick-off event and programming for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Great American Farmers Market on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. In celebration with America 250, [Read More …]

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Maola Local Dairies Unveils New Website, Uniting Brand, Farmers, and Cooperative Values

July 22, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Maola Local Dairies has officially launched a new and improved version of maolamilk.com, marking the brand’s first major website renovation in nearly a decade. The refreshed digital platform unites Maola and its parent cooperative, Maryland & [Read More …]

Dairy Max Honors Farmers and Their Commitment to Healthier Communities During National Dairy Month

June 20, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

This June, Dairy MAX celebrates National Dairy Month, recognizing the hardworking dairy farm families who nourish communities, drive economic growth and advance sustainable food production. What began as “National Milk Month” has evolved into a [Read More …]

Stand with Texas dairy farmers during National Dairy Month and beyond

June 19, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

June is National Dairy Month, a time not only to enjoy milk and other dairy products, but also to celebrate our dairy families who produce the food we enjoy. Their hard work each and every [Read More …]

Farmers advocate for dairy, approve trade initiative at board meeting

June 17, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy farmers from across the nation approved a new initiative to boost dairy exports and welcomed a new cooperative member as well as new farmer-leaders at the National Milk Producers Federation’s Board of Directors meeting, [Read More …]

NMPF Farmers Advocate for Dairy, Approve Trade Initiative at Board Meeting

June 13, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy farmers from across the nation approved a new initiative to boost dairy exports and welcomed a new cooperative member as well as new farmer-leaders at the National Milk Producers Federation’s Board of Directors meeting, [Read More …]

Danielle Endvick Named Executive Director Of Wisconsin Farmers Union

May 15, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) is proud to announce that Danielle Endvick has been named the organization’s next Executive Director. Endvick will step into the role in mid-May, following the retirement of current Executive Director Julie [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Hosts Farmers First Roundtable, Announces Expedited Disaster Aid

May 9, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today held the inaugural Farmers First roundtable at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Secretary Rollins hosted Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen, the Board of Directors for the National Association [Read More …]

In the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration, Secretary Rollins Puts Farmers First

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

In the first 100 days of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has taken action to support the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and put Farmers First at the United States [Read More …]

It’s Just What They Do: Farmers and Ranchers Care for the Land

May 1, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The word “conservation” isn’t as catchy as buzzwords and phrases like “sustainability,” “regenerative” or “climate smart,” but they’re all at the root of farmers’ and ranchers’ core value of being good stewards of the land [Read More …]

Farm Credit East Accepting Applications to Support Northeast Farmers Markets

April 30, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Farm Credit East is now accepting applications for its Farmers Market Grant program. This annual program provides small grants to Northeast farmers markets to support their promotion and development efforts. Interested farmers markets may apply [Read More …]

‘Communicating With Farmers Under Stress’ webinar aimed at ag professionals

April 28, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

An upcoming Penn State Extension webinar, “Communicating With Farmers Under Stress,” is aimed at helping participants learn the signs of stress and how to help. This webinar will take place from 10 a.m. to noon [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Visits Pennsylvania to Continue Work to Put Farmers First

April 22, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Last week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Central Pennsylvania where she toured Talview Dairy, participated in a farmer roundtable at Martin’s family farm, and visited the Bank of Bird-in-Hand mobile bank to discuss agricultural [Read More …]

Farmers and researchers tackle manure management together

April 8, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

On-farm research puts numbers to farmers’ lived experiences. Since 2022, the Nutrient Management Spear Program (NMSP) team at Cornell University has worked on the Value of Manure project. This project is part of the NMSP New York On-Farm Research [Read More …]

“A Win for Hoosier Farmers” — Governor Braun Signs Freedom & Opportunity Bill HEA 1149 into Law

March 26, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Today, Governor Mike Braun signed House Enrolled Act 1149 into law. This bill helps Hoosier farmers by creating a new online portal, giving them a one-stop shop for tools to communicate with the state government [Read More …]

Farmers Caught in Crossfire of Chinese Ship Fee Fight

March 20, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

With more than 20% of U.S. agricultural production destined for foreign markets, exports are critical to the financial success of American farmers and ranchers. In 2024, U.S. farmers exported over 144 million metric tons of agricultural [Read More …]

35 Under 35

March 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The 35 Under 35 award program recognizes and celebrates the creativity and innovation of young farmers and agriculturists who are preserving agriculture through leadership in environmental, social and economic practices. Nominees will be judged on [Read More …]

INFB Honors County Young Farmers & Ag Professionals at 2025 Conference

February 25, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

The annual Indiana Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ag Professionals Conference took place this past weekend in Indianapolis. The conference theme was “innovate and grow” and provided an opportunity for education and networking for INFB [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Engages Kentucky Farmers on First Official Trip

February 19, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins began her tenure with a visit to Kentucky, engaging directly with farmers and the agricultural community. “On my very first trip after being sworn in as the US Secretary [Read More …]

MFU President speaks against tariffs

February 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) President Gary Wertish spoke against across-the-board tariffs during a Friday morning press conference hosted by Minnesota’s senior Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn. They were joined by Minnesota State Building and Construction Trades [Read More …]

Indiana Farmers Union Sets 2025 Policy Priorities, Celebrates Progress Made

February 11, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Indiana Farmers Union (IFU) held its annual meeting on Wednesday, January 29, where the organization announced updated policy and advocacy priorities for Indiana family farmers and ranchers, including protecting and expanding market competitiveness, addressing growing [Read More …]

AFBF: New Tariffs Will Impact America’s Farmers

February 6, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall today expressed alarm about potential harm to farmers resulting from the order signed by President Trump imposing stiff tariffs on the United States’ top three agricultural markets by value. [Read More …]

Wisconsin Farmers Needed: Advocate at Ag Day at the Capitol on March 26

February 4, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Author Brian Reisinger to deliver keynote address, new agriculture showcase added Ag Day at the Capitol will be held March 26 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. This event is the largest gathering of farmers [Read More …]

Dairy Producers Share Their 5 Favorite Things About The PA Dairy Summit

January 23, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

It’s Not Too Late to Register! It’s not too late to register for the PA Dairy Summit happening on February 5-6 in State College! The line-up of keynote and breakout sessions this year is excellent, but the conversations and energy [Read More …]

Farmers Head into 2025 with Another Farm Bill Extension, Aid

January 3, 2025 Sarah S News Team 0

Passed and signed into law in the early hours of Dec. 21, 2024 – the day a government shutdown would have begun if Congress had not acted – the American Relief Act of 2025 includes $31 billion [Read More …]

Three Reasons Why Farmers Need Economic Aid

December 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

This week, two continuing resolutions (CR) that would have kept the federal government operating after Dec. 20 have been introduced which included many things American farmers have been asking for: $21 billion in disaster aid, [Read More …]

Farm Bureau to Congress: Stand Up for Farmers in CR Dispute

December 26, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall delivered a letter to Congress this evening urging elected leaders to stand with farmers as they reconsider the contents of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal [Read More …]

Katie Callero Joins SWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program

November 29, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Cornell Cooperative Extension provides on-the-ground expertise to local farmers Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Program (SWNYDLFC) is excited to welcome Katie Callero as their team’s Dairy Management Specialist. Katie [Read More …]

FFAR Aims to Help Farmers Manage Manure More Sustainably & Profitably

October 29, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Request for proposals to conduct a scientific literature review on manure management Livestock manure has the potential to be an income-generating resource for farmers, and if managed properly, can contribute to sustainable farming. Today, though, [Read More …]

Prairie Farms Dairy Honors Farmers for Stewardship Efforts

October 14, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Announcement comes just ahead of National Farmers Day on October 12 Prairie Farms Dairy, one of the nation’s leading farmer-owned dairy cooperatives, announced today a new initiative that reflects its commitment to meeting the needs [Read More …]

Secretary Rollins Unveils Weeklong Celebration of American Agriculture with the Great American Farmers Market

Maola Local Dairies Unveils New Website, Uniting Brand, Farmers, and Cooperative Values

Dairy Max Honors Farmers and Their Commitment to Healthier Communities During National Dairy Month

Stand with Texas dairy farmers during National Dairy Month and beyond

Farmers advocate for dairy, approve trade initiative at board meeting

NMPF Farmers Advocate for Dairy, Approve Trade Initiative at Board Meeting

Danielle Endvick Named Executive Director Of Wisconsin Farmers Union

Secretary Rollins Hosts Farmers First Roundtable, Announces Expedited Disaster Aid

In the First 100 Days of the Trump Administration, Secretary Rollins Puts Farmers First

It’s Just What They Do: Farmers and Ranchers Care for the Land

Farm Credit East Accepting Applications to Support Northeast Farmers Markets

‘Communicating With Farmers Under Stress’ webinar aimed at ag professionals

Secretary Rollins Visits Pennsylvania to Continue Work to Put Farmers First

Farmers and researchers tackle manure management together

“A Win for Hoosier Farmers” — Governor Braun Signs Freedom & Opportunity Bill HEA 1149 into Law

Farmers Caught in Crossfire of Chinese Ship Fee Fight

35 Under 35

INFB Honors County Young Farmers & Ag Professionals at 2025 Conference

Secretary Rollins Engages Kentucky Farmers on First Official Trip

MFU President speaks against tariffs

Indiana Farmers Union Sets 2025 Policy Priorities, Celebrates Progress Made

AFBF: New Tariffs Will Impact America’s Farmers

Wisconsin Farmers Needed: Advocate at Ag Day at the Capitol on March 26

Dairy Producers Share Their 5 Favorite Things About The PA Dairy Summit

Farmers Head into 2025 with Another Farm Bill Extension, Aid

Three Reasons Why Farmers Need Economic Aid

Farm Bureau to Congress: Stand Up for Farmers in CR Dispute

Katie Callero Joins SWNY Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Program

FFAR Aims to Help Farmers Manage Manure More Sustainably & Profitably

Prairie Farms Dairy Honors Farmers for Stewardship Efforts

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