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National All-American Dairy Show cancelled

June 23, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The show was originally scheduled to run September 12-16 The 2020 All-American Dairy Show has been cancelled to mitigate the risk of COVID-19. The show was originally scheduled to run September 12-16, 2020 at the [Read More …]

This National Dairy Month, Farmers Are Focused On Feeding Those In Need

June 4, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Pennsylvania dairy farmer Louie Diamond rarely hesitates when he sees an opportunity to help someone in need. He traveled to New Orleans to help clean up after Hurricane Katrina. Years later, he was in Puerto [Read More …]

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Checkoff’s National Dairy Month Efforts Include ‘Raising Gallons’ Video, ‘30 Days of Dairy’

June 2, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

DMI, local checkoff teams to celebrate farmers with stories of resiliency, contributions In celebration of National Dairy Month, Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) and state and regional checkoff teams around the country are showcasing dairy’s resilience [Read More …]

An Open Letter to Dairy Families

May 15, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Dear Dairy Industry, On a recent Dairy Industry Conference Call, Dr. David Kohl, part-owner of Homestead Creamery in Wirtz, VA, and Professor Emeritus at Virginia Tech, said something that really struck a chord for our [Read More …]

Penn State Extension cancels or postpones in-person events through June 19

April 30, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Cancellations also affect Pennsylvania 4-H activities In-person, nonessential events and programs sponsored by Penn State Extension through at least June 19 have been cancelled, postponed or moved to a virtual format due to the continuing coronavirus pandemic, [Read More …]

Pa. Milk Marketing Board increases over-order premium

April 29, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Encourages nationwide USDA producers pricing action At an April 23 Special Sunshine Meeting held via teleconference due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board approved an emergency order increasing the over-order premium [Read More …]

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Not long ago, Pa was one of the top milk-producing states in the country The COVID-19 outbreak is hitting Pennsylvania’s beleaguered dairy industry hard, and sadly, there is a segment that will not be able [Read More …]

Is your milk produced on Pa dairy farms?

April 27, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

I would like everyone to check the plant code of the milk Hi, my name is Holly Harvatine and I am a Susquehanna County Dairy Ambassador. I’d like everyone to take a minute to think [Read More …]

Updated farm labor requirements, advocates for skilled labor to ensure food supply

April 24, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provided farmers who provide housing to their workforce – be it domestic, migrant, or guest H-2A workers – with enhanced requirements for seasonal farm labor to maintain a healthy agriculture [Read More …]

Sustainability insights to be served up at 2020 Virtual Summit

April 23, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Animal agriculture and the environment to be covered in two preconference webinars Sustainability will be on the menu at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2020 Virtual Stakeholders Summit, themed “Primed & Prepared.” The Summit is set [Read More …]

Dairy industry invited to next conference call on April 23

April 22, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The call will focus on financial, herd management implications of reduced milk production Over the last two weeks, 800 dairy farmers and industry professionals have participated in dairy industry conference calls to address their questions [Read More …]

Winter Grain Mites Found in Some Rye Fields

April 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Populations of this pest species, which appears to be uncommon in Pennsylvania, can grow in fields planted annually with small grains. A perceptive croup scout working recently in Chester County near Parkesburg found some fields [Read More …]

On-farm milk dumping

April 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

COVID-19 continues to cause severe disruption Closures of schools and restaurants due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to cause severe disruption in normal milk and milk product demand. Reports received by Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board [Read More …]

Penn State Extension services continue during COVID-19 restrictions

March 31, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Extension’s Commitment to You Has Not Changed For over 150 years, Penn State Extension has fulfilled its mission of delivering science-based education to Pennsylvania communities. We will not waiver on that promise during this challenging [Read More …]

Hardbarger appointed Pa. Milk Marketing Board secretary

March 25, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Announcement made at the Board’s March 19 meeting Carol Hardbarger will step down as the Board’s Consumer Member effective March 20, 2020, to assume the Secretary position. Rob Barley, Board Chairman, made the following comments [Read More …]

COVID-19 resources available to dairy farm families

March 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

The Center for Dairy Excellence Launched a Library of COVID-19 Farm Resources The Center for Dairy Excellence has launched a library of farm resources to help Pennsylvania dairy farm families and small business owners navigate [Read More …]

Dairy Bull Calf Permanent Identification

March 5, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

To ensure continual access to bob veal buyers, it is critical for Pennsylvania dairy bull calf sellers to assure their calves have official ID before leaving the farm. Do you sell dairy bull calves at [Read More …]

PA Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program: The development of the OMD Index

February 26, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Integrating organic matter digestibility data is a useful practice to gauge silage value and match corn hybrids to farm needs. The Pennsylvania Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program is a collaborative effort of The Pennsylvania State [Read More …]

Creameries encouraged to participate in 2020 PA Ice Cream Trail

February 20, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The annual ice cream trail celebrates Pennsylvania dairy and PA Preferred® operations The Center for Dairy Excellence, PA Preferred®, and the Pennsylvania Tourism Office are seeking creameries to participate in the third year of the [Read More …]

NFU candidate calls for dairy incentive zones

February 11, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Candidate for NFU President Mike Eby calls for use of PA dairy legislation as a model Lancaster dairy farmer and candidate for National Farmers Union (NFU) President Mike Eby told the Annual Meeting of the [Read More …]

2020 Pennsylvania Forage Conference

February 10, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The 2020 Pennsylvania Forage Conference will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the Dauphin County Extension Office The 2020 Pennsylvania Forage Conference will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the Dauphin [Read More …]

Network with your peers at 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

January 21, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The Summit Will Reignite Optimism About Dairy with Compelling Speakers and Interactive Sessions Navigating a changing dairy industry requires fresh perspective and a close network of support. At the 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit on February [Read More …]

2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit – Discounted Hotel Rate Extended to Jan. 20

January 18, 2020 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Have you registered for the 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit? Save money and book your hotel room by Monday, January 20 to receive the discounted group rate! The discounted rate has been extended until Monday to [Read More …]

2020 Pa Veteran Farming Conference

January 17, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Will be February 28, at the Pennsylvania Military Museum Registration is now open for the PA Veteran Farming Conference on Friday, February 28, at the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg, PA (Centre County). This event is hosted [Read More …]

Mt-Glen Farms receives Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award

January 14, 2020 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The Jacksons use agricultural conservation practices that to retain nutrients on the soil, while protecting water quality Mt-Glen Farms has been selected for the 2019 Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award®. Dean and Rebecca Jackson own and [Read More …]

2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit to Feature more than 15 Breakout Sessions

December 19, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

The Sessions Are Designed to Reignite Optimism About Dairy and Boost Collaboration To remain profitable and innovative in an ever-changing industry, dairy producers are invited to the 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit on February 5-6 at [Read More …]

Submit a Nomination for PA Dairy Industry Awards

November 8, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

Have you submitted your nominations for the Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards? The deadline is November 15! The award program recognizes dairy professionals who are shaping the future of the industry through leadership, service and innovation. [Read More …]

Learn about risk management during ‘Protecting Your Profits’ call on Oct. 23

October 18, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

Monthly call helps Pennsylvania dairy producers understand changing marketplace Dairy producers and industry professionals are invited to join the Center for Dairy Excellence on Wednesday, October 23 at noon for its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” [Read More …]

Ten students awarded scholarships to pursue dairy

September 25, 2019 DairyBusiness News Yoda 0

College students from across Pennsylvania received Student Leader Scholarships To encourage and empower the next generation of dairy producers, the Center for Dairy Excellence Foundation of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association recently honored 10 [Read More …]

All-American Dairy Show to feature U.S. industry’s finest

September 13, 2019 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

September 13-18 – attracts more than 900 national competitors One of the nation’s largest dairy cattle exhibitions, the All-American Dairy Show, returns to Harrisburg this weekend, bringing five days of showing competition, youth development programs, [Read More …]

National All-American Dairy Show cancelled

This National Dairy Month, Farmers Are Focused On Feeding Those In Need

Checkoff’s National Dairy Month Efforts Include ‘Raising Gallons’ Video, ‘30 Days of Dairy’

An Open Letter to Dairy Families

Penn State Extension cancels or postpones in-person events through June 19

Pa. Milk Marketing Board increases over-order premium

Pa. dairy industry has future, despite shrinkage, damage from COVID-19 outbreak

Is your milk produced on Pa dairy farms?

Updated farm labor requirements, advocates for skilled labor to ensure food supply

Sustainability insights to be served up at 2020 Virtual Summit

Dairy industry invited to next conference call on April 23

Winter Grain Mites Found in Some Rye Fields

On-farm milk dumping

Penn State Extension services continue during COVID-19 restrictions

Hardbarger appointed Pa. Milk Marketing Board secretary

COVID-19 resources available to dairy farm families

Dairy Bull Calf Permanent Identification

PA Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program: The development of the OMD Index

Creameries encouraged to participate in 2020 PA Ice Cream Trail

NFU candidate calls for dairy incentive zones

2020 Pennsylvania Forage Conference

Network with your peers at 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit – Discounted Hotel Rate Extended to Jan. 20

2020 Pa Veteran Farming Conference

Mt-Glen Farms receives Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award

2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit to Feature more than 15 Breakout Sessions

Submit a Nomination for PA Dairy Industry Awards

Learn about risk management during ‘Protecting Your Profits’ call on Oct. 23

Ten students awarded scholarships to pursue dairy

All-American Dairy Show to feature U.S. industry’s finest

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