Dairy Herd
Some recovery in Class III futures has come just in time for the Q1 2025 DRP deadline on Friday.
Some economists think agriculture is in a recession. Arlan Suderman, chief commodities economist for StoneX, is one of them. However, he believes comparisons to the 1980s are misguided.
The USDA released their ten-year baseline projections showing growth in all categories.
Dry whey prices remain buoyant, rising to 73 cent per pound.
Artificial intelligence technology and advanced camera systems are revolutionizing the way U.S. dairy farmers manage their herds.
If you’re thinking about installing an autofeeder system in your calf program, you’re headed into a fairly momentous management shift. Dr. Melissa Cantor, Assistant Professor in Precision Dairy Science at Penn State University, shares advice on smoothing the transition.
A call to action for dairy owners: rethink management strategies and create a workplace that maximizes the return on investment by ensuring employees are contributing at their highest level.
If a dairy cow had a central “mission control” in her body, it would be the rumen and the complex system of microorganisms that reside within it.
Whey led the rally in Class III last week and came out of the gate strong with bids this morning, giving Q1 Class III futures contracts an early pop back over $19.50.
New employees can cost 50% more than existing employees. This is due to the costs of training, uniforms and a general slump in production due to decreased productivity during the introductory period.
Oddly enough, as I marveled at Parisian architecture, my thoughts veered towards an unexpected parallel: the dairy industry, particularly the innovative process of barn construction across the United States. Both are a blend of tradition and innovation.
The USDA has announced its latest round of financial support to address the critical shortage of food animal veterinarians in many parts of the United States.
What a week in the Class III market, driven by a nice run higher in both CME cheese and whey futures.
New Federal Order will require national milk testing and support state officials and dairy regulators; builds on actions to protect farms, farmworkers and communities from H5N1 avian influenza.
This top-tier dairy continues to prepare for both predictable and unforeseen events.
It’s not very often that whey takes the lead story, but it’s had main character energy this week.
“I know people are concerned about the tariffs, but the fact is, [Trump] looks at tariffs as a way to get their attention and eventually to get better and reciprocal trade agreements,” says Terry Branstad.
Sleep is becoming the next frontier in dairy research, opening discussions and posing more questions regarding its impact on animal productivity, welfare, and ethology.
The 2024 World Forage Analysis Superbowl marked the 40th anniversary of the contest rewarding the quest to produce quality forages
CME cheddar markets continued yesterday’s climb. Blocks advanced to $1.7000 per pound, adding three cents, while barrels rose to $1.6675, $0.0175 higher.
Products making environmental, social and governance-related claims averaged 28% cumulative growth between 2018 to 2022, versus 20% for products that didn’t, according to McKinsey & Company.
The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that Oatly cannot use the term “milk” in its trademark “Post Milk Generation,” citing that it misleads consumers and violates dairy-specific labeling laws.
Per capita consumption of dairy products reached 661 lbs. per person in 2023, an all-time high.
Nothing goes to waste on the 6,000 acres of Royal Family Farms.
Nutritionists and researchers from as early as the 1950s have been investigating isoacids in dairy nutrition. Now, decades later, their potential role in boosting rumen function, dairy cow productivity, and even environmental sustainability is being visited with renewed interest.
Today’s spot market showed mostly positive activity, with cheese prices making notable gains.
Progress has been made toward no-till, reduced tillage and cover crop adoption, but one expert says it may not be enough to overcome existing social, financial and technical barriers to adoption
Even the best vaccine won’t protect your cows if it’s not stored right.
Soil needs, timing, crop needs, and application methods and rates can all impact how manure should be used as a fertilizer.
Holstein heifer prices soar to $4,250 at Minnesota auction.