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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
 
   
In this issue:

TOP STORIES:

10 things you must know about animal rights
The dairy industry is under attack from animal-rights groups. But you can make a more informed response if you know these 10 things. Full story.

Immigration probe daunting, Vt. producer says
Crackdown last November has shaken up the dairy community. Full story.




NEWS AND NOTES:

Major manure spill in northeast Iowa
Thousands of gallons reportedly spilled out of a broken pipeline. Full story.

USDA’s forecast turns more bearish
2010 milk production forecast up, all-milk price projected down. Full story.

Are you in the demand-creation business?
California Secretary of Agriculture challenges dairy producers to consider the "box" they are in then go out and innovate. Full story.

Kozak non-committal on another herd retirement
It's something the National Milk Producers Federation looks at every month, he told those attending the Western United Dairymen convention last week. But he wouldn't give any specifics on when the next one might occur. Full story.

Feds to talk milk prices with NY farmers
On March 29, Justice Department officials will meet with producers over claims that anti-competitive practices are driving down prices. Full story.

Wal-Mart 'lacing up gloves' in price battle
It's sure to reverberate with dairy suppliers. Full story.




California dairies launch animal-care initiative
Dairy FARM program promotes responsible practices in the state. Full story.

National Dairy Board appointments announced
Appointees to begin their three-year terms immediately. Full story.

Dairy Calf and Heifer conference fast approaching
DCHA is offering its conference attendees a free pass for March 24. Full story.

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