Dairy Herd
A pair of Canadians in farming weigh in on the country’s latest election results and the implications for agriculture sectors like the dairy industry and farm equipment manufacturing.
Agriculture is an export dependent business. At peak uncertainty, the industry could go either way: Gain ground with new trade deals or take a big hit as exports further decline.
Life lessons passed down remain a powerful force that can inspire and shape future endeavors, ensuring the values and legacy of agriculture persist through generations to come.
California Dairies, Inc., the largest dairy farmer-owned cooperative in the state, recently held a grand opening of its newest venture, Valley Natural Beverages, located in Bakersfield.
Class III futures surged today as spot cheese prices climbed and spring flush boosted milk availability across the Upper Midwest.
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on a tour of Texas, including a stop at a family farm. USDA says the trip focused on food security and learning how farmers are working to make America healthy again.
From tariffs and export markets to domestic demand and innovative production strategies, navigating this landscape requires astute attention to market signals and strategic planning.
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Early-life nutrition is one of the most critical factors influencing the health, performance, and lifetime productivity of dairy calves.
For those interested in enhancing their language skills with a focus on agricultural needs, personalized education should be the priority.
Butter prices rebounded sharply, lifting dairy futures slightly, while a new U.S.-Mexico agreement to tighten screwworm border protocols helped ease livestock sector concerns.
Reflecting on our past, as well as looking forward, it’s crucial to continually embrace life’s lessons with openness and enthusiasm. It’s this mindset that propels us forward, allowing us to contribute positively to our industry and the wider world.
A crop that was initially developed for the human food market is now being served up in heaping portions to the humble dairy cow.
The fight to protect common food names is fundamentally about securing fair competition and supporting U.S. agriculture on the global stage
Spot butter fell to a new multi-year low, shedding 3.5 cents to close at $2.2400 per pound, a price last seen in December 2021.
Butterfat exports are running at more than double the pace compared to the past two years
In the heart of Green Bay, during the electrifying NFL Draft Week, a unique event unfolded that seamlessly combined the love for football with a cause-driven culinary experience.
Dairy markets were mostly steady today with minimal spot and futures activity, slight gains in Class III milk and NDM contracts, and U.S. corn and soybean planting progressing ahead of the five-year average.
Can pasteurized whole milk be enhanced with added milk replacer powder? If so, is it possible to add too much of a good thing?
USDA’s latest crop progress report puts the country at 24% of corn and 18% of soybeans in the ground. Farmers are sharing timely rains and great conditions to start the season.
As immigration issues continue to be a significant concern for farmers nationwide, proactive measures and informed strategies are essential to minimize potential disruptions.
Butter prices fell to their lowest level since early March following USDA’s Cold Storage report, pressuring Class IV futures.
Drew Lerner, founder of World Weather, Inc., says the summer of 1968 had some strong patterns, including a wetter bias in the western and north-central U.S., but drier in most of the Atlantic Coast states and parts of the eastern and southern Midwest.
“In today’s economy, the ability to farm often depends on the ability to commute,” says Daniel Munch, economist at American Farm Bureau Federation.
New York is emerging as a significant force in dairy processing, fueled by considerable industry investments poised to transform its agricultural landscape.
Class III milk futures fell sharply as spot cheese prices dropped and spring flush pressures mounted, while dry whey and Class IV markets held steady.
Livestock producers say thanks to veterinarians for being valued members of their team.