Dairy Herd
More than 7,000 Northeast dairy farmers could get an average of around $4,000 in a proposed settlement with the cooperative Dairy Farmers of America over an alleged effort to drive down prices paid to farmers.
Judge rules that a Yakima Valley dairy’s ‘discarded’ manure violates federal law as a ‘solid waste.’
The U.S. extended its lead as the world’s single largest cheese-exporting country.
Dairy futures turn to electronic trading, but dairy options will continue to trade in the pit for a while longer.
A reduction in the milk supply in the U.S., Europe and Oceania during 2013 pointed toward higher milk prices during 2014. Robust demand worldwide—particularly from China—added fuel to the fire.
The National Milk Producers Federation claims credit.
After failing to secure its cheese importing license, Fonterra USA insists it has other avenues to reach its multi-million-dollar U.S. cheese market.
Today’s manual snow survey makes it likely that California’s drought will run through a fourth consecutive year.
Dairy brings $2.2 billion in economic activity to the Green Mountain State each year.
Dairy farmer James Anderson was surprised when a calf that was born to one of his black-and-white Holsteins came out red and white. He was even more surprised when it came out with two heads.
The dairy industry is fighting back against attacks made towards milk’s value in diets.
The most critical and most expensive period of calf growth in raising dairy calves is the pre-weaning period.
It’s cold outside, but dairy farmers can prepare for the inevitable summer heat by attending a UC Cooperative Extension program Jan. 29 on managing cow comfort in hot weather.
Automated feeders allow dairy operators to be calf managers, not just feeders.
Purdue Extension is partnering with Indiana Dairy Producers and the Indiana Forage Council to offer the annual Indiana Regional Dairy Meetings at six locations.
The program develops informed producers who will take leadership roles in the next generation of California’s dairy organizations.
Nebraska is trying to attract dairy farmers from other states with the promise of abundant land, plentiful water and feed, and agriculture-friendly rules.
Slowdowns in China, the European Union and Russia are affecting dairy markets and U.S. milk checks. But some potentially positive developments are in the making.
At least 72 percent of U.S. dairy farms lack MPP protection against likely moderate margin declines expected this spring.
Co-op to take team approach in its executive office.
A drop in the number of North Dakota dairy farms — from 350 in 2000 to 91 today — has led to scrutiny of a state law that allows only family members to form farming corporations.
Lawsuit alleges the state’s dairies have seen a 69% jump in fees in past two years with no additional services.
Texas, Utah, Michigan help lead U.S. milk production to 3.2% increase over December 2013.
Scholarship applications are due February 20, 2015.
Using light emitting diode (LED) lights, automated sensors, and an automated control system, a LDL system was created at Wing Acres Dairy that successfully resolved the technical difficulties encountered by Michigan dairies.
To be recognized for the award, Glanbia’s milk suppliers must meet strict quality standards over 12 months, paying close attention to all facets of dairy operations.
Complex study design and intense marketing make evaluation difficult
A small New Prague, Minn., dairy will stop producing and selling milk just months after winning a legal fight over a high-capacity power line across its land.