What’s Good Biosecurity for Dairy Visitors?
By Dr. Michael Payne, UC Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine, Director, CDQAP
“What biosecurity precautions should I expect from visitors to my dairy?” As the number of U.S. dairy herds infected with HPAI (“Bird Flu”) exceeds 170, more producers are asking that question. On July 16th Federal, state and industry biosecurity experts joined CDQAP and CDFA to provide some answers. The webinar drew 86 registrants from the industry, regulatory, academic, and veterinary communities. The webinar was recorded and is available for viewing.
Highlights from the webinar include:
Current Status in California – California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones reassured viewers that in spite of expanded surveillance, HPAI hadn’t yet been detected in California. In addition, CDFA was continuing to develop contingency planswhich will allow business continuity for dairies in the event the virus enters the state. Dr. Jones emphasized that good biosecurity helps limit both within-herd spread and herd-to-herd spread. This protects not only a farm’s cows and employees, but neighboring dairies and flocks as well.
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2024 Dairy PLUS Solicitation for Projects is Out!
More information about this year’s solicitation is available on the CDFA Dairy PLUS and CDRF websites. Both CDFA and CDQAP will be hosting informational webinars in August. Producers and industry interested in learning more about this year’s program and tips for application prep are encouraged to attend.
CDFA Hosted Webinars:
Wednesday, August 7 from 1pm – 4pm: Register
Tuesday, August 13 from 9am – 12pm: Register
CDQAP Hosted Webinar:
Thursday, August 29 from 3pm-5pm: Register
Tips for a Competitive Dairy PLUS Application
By Deanne Meyer, Ph.D. Livestock Waste Management Specialist, Department of Animal Science, UC Davis and UC ANR
On July 23, CDFA opened the request for applications for the livestock manure methane reduction programs: the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), and Dairy PLUS Program (DPP). The DPP is funded by a USDA Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities grant that CDFA administers collaboratively with the California Dairy Research Foundation. The 90-day application window will end on October 18, 2024. As the name Dairy PLUS suggests, there is a need to reduce carbon emissions PLUS improve nitrogen management with the proposed practice.
It’s important to read the entire Request for Applications document BEFORE you begin. For Dairy PLUS, pay special attention to the Requirements and Limitations section. These funds are subject to federal terms and conditions.
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