Dairy Herd
Cell phones are an integral part of modern life, but their presence in workplaces draws a grey line, as increasingly more employees are on their cell phones during times they should be focused on work.
The runaway dairy heifer and calf markets of 2024 have cooled a bit at summer’s end.
USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) will provide an updated 2024 net farm income forecast on Thursday. Economists say the net farm income picture would look even worse it weren’t for improved livestock prices.
Idaho Milk Products recently announced its plans to broaden its business by constructing a $200 million dual ice cream and powder blending facility at its Jerome, Idaho campus.
Dairy transition planning, or the process of preparing and transferring a dairy farm to a future generation is a process wrought with raw emotions and potential pitfalls.
The past few weeks have shown us that the markets are becoming increasingly volatile. The months of September and October will see that volatility continue. Seasonal buying has increased fueled by the potential for tighter inventory.
It was green across the board today in Chicago, with CME cheese rebounding and finishing strong.
Cracked hoses, worn-out inflations, air bleeds—these are just a few of the common problems that can pop up when maintaining milking equipment.
Class III futures followed CME cheese prices higher. Q4 contracts prices lifted to $22.16 per hundredweight, up 28 cents.
Even though many crops still stand in the fields, September and October are excellent times to meet with your tax accountant and start looking ahead for tax purposes.
Agricultural imports are expected to reach a record $212 billion, up $8 billion from FY 2024. This increase is largely due to rising imports of horticultural products, sugar and tropical products.
Enhancing U.S. dairy exports
Experts are predicting that Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) will average between $11.85/cwt and $12.20/cwt during 2024.
CME cheese took a tumble today, with barrels dropping to $2.1250 per pound
With beef-on-dairy calf prices through the roof, making the right beef semen selection has the potential to push those sky-high prices even higher.
Finding a healthy work-life balance seems to be something we all strive for, but few of us ever really achieve. This balance is particularly elusive for those who are self-employed, and it’s even more challenging for those who farm for a living.
Butter continued its post-Cold Storage climb, adding $0.0225 to reach a new year-to-date high of $3.1975 per pound.
The decision was made by U.S. District Judge Lisa Godbey Wood, who found the rule unconstitutional because it conflicted with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by granting collective bargaining rights to farmworkers.
Tips for producers to maximize making money now that the profit equation is finally in favor of dairy.
After ending last week with a tumble, CME cheese markets began this week with a surge, thanks in large part to USDA’s bullish Cold Storage report.
Silage samples with high ammonia (or soluble protein) consistently contain lower amino acid levels. Could subpar silage fermentation be causing this?
The latest USDA Milk Production Report reveals the true impact HPAI has had on dairies.
CME cheese markets tumbled well off recent highs ahead of USDA’s July Cold Storage report.
Cows that milk the same amount or more, while eating less feed than their counterparts, are both desirable and profitable. So, is there a way to “make” such cows?
Nutrition is a key driver of this incredible development and dairy can significantly impact a child’s cognitive development and overall success in life.
As parents we get these glittering moments of watching our children grow and become independent. While it’s all that we hoped they would become, it still is bittersweet.
Class III futures closed in the red, with Q4 settling at $21.23 per hundredweight, down 46 cents.
China launched an anti-subsidy investigation into dairy imports from the European Union a day after the bloc’s revised tariff plan for China-made electric vehicles.
A revered voice for the beef industry, Greg leaves behind a legacy in agricultural media and will be remembered for his dedication to the advancement of beef production during his 40-year career.