Pennsylvania

A Dairy Farmer’s Journey Towards Conservation

April 3, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Mike Lusk, a dedicated dairy farmer in Washington County, sought out assistance when runoff from his farmstead threatened to pollute a nearby stream. He soon found help from the Pennsylvania Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to [Read More …]

Save the Date for Annual ‘Toast to Dairy’ Celebration on June 13, 2024

March 29, 2024 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Purchase Tickets by May 1 to Receive Early-Bird Discount The Dairy Excellence Foundation is hosting its annual farm-to-fork celebration, “A Toast to Dairy,” on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 6-9 p.m. at Melhorn Manor in [Read More …]

2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award Winners Announced

February 15, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Kurtz, Leslie, Reed and Springer Were Recognized at the 2024 PA Dairy Summit At this year’s Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania, Center for Dairy Excellence, and Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association awarded four [Read More …]

Shapiro Administration Awards $2.232 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Industry

January 31, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding today announced $2.232 million in funding for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry. Funded projects will address complex challenges ranging from reducing impacts of [Read More …]

Pennsylvania ‘Dairy of Distinction’ award applications are due by April 15

January 23, 2024 Sarah S News Team 0

State dairy producers are invited to apply for the award Pennsylvania dairy producers are invited to apply for the “Dairy of Distinction” award from the Pennsylvania Dairy of Distinction Program. Applications must be submitted by [Read More …]

Pennsylvania 4-H’ers Excel in National Dairy Contests

December 11, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

A team of Pennsylvania 4-H members from Perry County — Evan Fleisher, Sadie Innerst, Julie Loy and Gavin Neff — recently earned honorable mention in the 4-H dairy quiz bowl at the North American International [Read More …]

Save the Date for the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

November 2, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Next Year’s Dairy Summit Will Feature Dynamic Keynote Speakers, Education and Networking “Unlock Your Potential” is the theme of the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, scheduled for February 7-8, 2024 at the Lancaster Wyndham Resort and [Read More …]

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Hispanic workforce in Pennsylvania dairy: Receiving hope and paying it forward

October 6, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Quite frequently my family and I are invited to our employees’ family festivities. We’ve been to graduation parties, Quinceañeras (a celebration when a young woman turns 15), and christenings. I remember one event my father [Read More …]

Applications are Open for the CARAT Grant Project

October 2, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

A total of 69 Pennsylvania dairy farms will be selected for funding toward the implementation of climate-smart practices. Are you a Pennsylvania dairy producer interested in improving sustainability and profitability in your farm? If you [Read More …]

Dairy Princesses to Represent Pennsylvania Dairy Farmers

September 28, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

American Dairy Association North East and Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program welcomed Alexis Butler from Schuylkill County as the 2023-2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Princess, along with alternates, Emily Wright from Crawford County and Mackenzie Thomas from Lebanon [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Hosts U.S. Dairy Stars, Develops Future Leaders During All-American Dairy Show

September 20, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Supporting the volunteer-run national show is part of the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to growing and sustaining Pennsylvania’s dairy industry. The All-American Dairy Show and Premier National Jr. Show return to Harrisburg for the 59th year [Read More …]

High School Ag Teacher Receives Scholarship, Free Courses & Curriculum Available

September 11, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

A Pennsylvania high school agriculture teacher was awarded a $1,000 Educator Scholarship through the Dairy Excellence Foundation’s Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow (DLT) program to fund professional development conferences or workshops. Melanie Berndtson of Wellsboro Area [Read More …]

Free Dairy Education Programs and Curriculum Available to Teachers

September 11, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Discover Dairy Program is Free for Teachers to Expose Students to Dairy Farming To help elementary and middle school teachers expose their students to agriculture and dairy farming this school year, the Discover Dairy [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 …]

PA Department of Agriculture On Discarding Dove Song Dairy Brand Raw Goat Milk

July 24, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Agriculture Department Warns Consumers to Discard Dove Song Dairy Brand Raw Goat Milk Products Due to Possible Contamination The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warns that consumers should immediately discard raw goat milk sold from [Read More …]

Meet The Dairy Farm: Knob Farm

June 26, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

In today’s society, many young adults tend to forget about the importance of their heritage, either by chance or choice. In the Wriglesworth family, one cannot escape the traditions and heritage driving this family because [Read More …]

Penn State Extension mapping project key to securing federal broadband funding

June 26, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Collaboration with Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority could bring tens of millions of dollars in additional investment As the federal government in the coming weeks prepares to announce the allocation of funding to expand broadband internet [Read More …]

PA Ice Cream Trail Sweetens Summer with Record Number of Stops

June 9, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

This summer, Pennsylvanians and visitors can beat the heat and get a sweet treat by visiting any of the 42 creameries that make up the 2023 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail. Today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding [Read More …]

Hosting an Event in June or July? Share It With Us

May 24, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Are you hosting a consumer event on your farm or in your community this summer? Do you want our help in spreading the word? Don’t forget to share your event with us! To help celebrate dairy across [Read More …]

Share Your Story and Celebrate Dairy Across PA With ‘Choose PA Dairy’ Resources

May 18, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Submit Dairy-Themed Events Happening This Summer and Request Free Material With National Dairy Month approaching in June and to showcase the hard work of Pennsylvania dairy farmers, the Center for Dairy Excellence has several free [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Cow Earns Title of 2022 Star of the Breed

May 16, 2023 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Holstein Association USA’s Star of the Breed award is an elite accolade designed to recognize a Registered Holstein® cow with outstanding production and exceptional type. This year’s recipient, Show-Mar Crush Everyone, has eye-catching dairy character, an incredible [Read More …]

Russell Redding Confirmed To Serve As 27th PA Agriculture Secretary

May 12, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Today, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously confirmed Russell Redding to serve as Pennsylvania’s 27th Secretary of Agriculture. Governor Josh Shapiro nominated Redding, who previously served as Agriculture Secretary under Governors Tom Wolf and Ed Rendell. “It is an honor [Read More …]

PFB’s John Painter Provides Testimony to PA Senate Ag Committee on Over-Order Premium

May 3, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau State Board Director John Painter provided testimony to the Pennsylvania Senate Committee on Agricultural and Rural Affairs on behalf of PFB on Tuesday on potential alternatives or revisions to the state’s Class [Read More …]

Shapiro Administration Invites Proposals For $2.187 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania Agriculture Industry

April 26, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding today called for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry. In his 2023-’24 budget, Governor Josh Shapiro proposed $2.187 million to address complex challenges from reducing impacts of [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Hosts Annual State Legislative Conference

April 19, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Hundreds of farmers traveled to Harrisburg to discuss Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s (PFB) priorities for 2023 with state lawmakers as part of PFB’s annual State Legislative Conference on Tuesday. PFB members and lawmakers heard from key [Read More …]

Appreciating What We Take for Granted

March 27, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

In January, I had the opportunity to volunteer at the Calving Corner, which is Pennsylvania’s live dairy cow birthing center at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. More than 100,000 people come through the exhibit during the [Read More …]

Pennsylvania 4-H State Council Unveils New Annual Theme

March 27, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

During Pennsylvania 4-H Week, March 12-18, the 4-H State Council announced this year’s theme: “Build: Inspire, Influence, Impact.” According to the State Council team, the theme emphasizes the importance of building a personal legacy. 4-H [Read More …]

Creameries encouraged to participate in 2023 Ice Cream Trail

March 2, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Ice Cream Trail celebrates Pa. Dairy & PA Preferred® operations The Center for Dairy Excellence, PA Preferred®, and the Pennsylvania Tourism Office are once again seeking creameries to participate in the 2023 Pennsylvania “Scooped” Ice [Read More …]

Southwest Pennsylvania Regional Dairy Day

March 2, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Please join us at the annual Southwest Pennsylvania Regional Dairy Day for an informative workshop designed for dairy producers and other affiliated industry personnel. Thu., Mar. 9, 2023 from 8:45 AM – 2:30 PM ET Location: Chestnut Ridge [Read More …]

Pennsylvania Couple Named National Outstanding Young Farmers

February 23, 2023 Sarah S News Team 0

Tom Steever announced four winners of the National Outstanding Young Farmers award at the annual NOYF Awards Congress held in Appleton, Wisconsin, Feb. 16-19, 2023. The oldest farmer recognition program in the United States, NOYF [Read More …]

A Dairy Farmer’s Journey Towards Conservation

Save the Date for Annual ‘Toast to Dairy’ Celebration on June 13, 2024

2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award Winners Announced

Shapiro Administration Awards $2.232 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Industry

Pennsylvania ‘Dairy of Distinction’ award applications are due by April 15

Pennsylvania 4-H’ers Excel in National Dairy Contests

Save the Date for the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

Hispanic workforce in Pennsylvania dairy: Receiving hope and paying it forward

Applications are Open for the CARAT Grant Project

Dairy Princesses to Represent Pennsylvania Dairy Farmers

Pennsylvania Hosts U.S. Dairy Stars, Develops Future Leaders During All-American Dairy Show

High School Ag Teacher Receives Scholarship, Free Courses & Curriculum Available

Free Dairy Education Programs and Curriculum Available to Teachers

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

PA Department of Agriculture On Discarding Dove Song Dairy Brand Raw Goat Milk

Meet The Dairy Farm: Knob Farm

Penn State Extension mapping project key to securing federal broadband funding

PA Ice Cream Trail Sweetens Summer with Record Number of Stops

Share Your Story and Celebrate Dairy Across PA With ‘Choose PA Dairy’ Resources

Pennsylvania Cow Earns Title of 2022 Star of the Breed

Russell Redding Confirmed To Serve As 27th PA Agriculture Secretary

PFB’s John Painter Provides Testimony to PA Senate Ag Committee on Over-Order Premium

Shapiro Administration Invites Proposals For $2.187 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania Agriculture Industry

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Hosts Annual State Legislative Conference

Appreciating What We Take for Granted

Pennsylvania 4-H State Council Unveils New Annual Theme

Creameries encouraged to participate in 2023 Ice Cream Trail

Southwest Pennsylvania Regional Dairy Day

Pennsylvania Couple Named National Outstanding Young Farmers

The Downside and Upside of Increasing Exports

Not all fiber behaves the same in dairy rations

What Is Your Reason?

Preparing Grain Storages for Harvest