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Spearheaded by U.S. Representatives Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) and Kim Schrier (D-WA), alongside Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS), Peter Welch (D-VT), Dave McCormick (R-PA), and John Fetterman (D-PA), this bipartisan, bicameral effort aims to allow both unflavored and flavored whole and reduced-fat (2%) milk to be served to students during their school meals.
Cold, snow, wind, and more – winter in the northern climates brings extra challenges for dairies and their animals.
During her confirmation hearing, she emphasized her dedication to agriculture and addressed her stance on ethanol, the Renewable Fuel Standard, tariff impact aid for farmers and Prop 12.
Complacency happens to our operations when we decide we are simply too busy working in the business to work on the business.
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Monitoring heifer growth, and making management decisions based upon it, is proving to be an increasingly important practice to strike the delicate balance between economizing heifer development and breeding them at the correct stage to maximize their performance as mature cows.
Research shows feeding frequency has less impact on preweaned dairy calves’ performance than the total nutrients provided, despite logic suggesting more frequent feedings would help.
President Donald Trump signed several executive orders on stage at a rally in Washington, D.C.'s Capital One Arena on Monday, immediately following inauguration. It marked a dramatic and public start to his administration.
As the dairy industry navigates evolving challenges, the bond between processors and producers is more significant than ever
As Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president, he’s not expected to impose China-specific tariffs on his first day in office, signaling a strategic shift toward engagement with Beijing rather than reigniting a trade war.
Chapped lips and hands aren’t the only things we need to worry about now that we are in the middle of the winter season. Winter weather has a significant impact on teat skin.
Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent outlined a three-pronged approach to tariffs during his Senate testimony this week, including targeted tariffs, general tariffs as revenue generators and tariffs as a negotiation tool.
Many of us start thinking about ways to improve our fitness and health now that the New Year has begun. The usual advice from experts is to get moving. But when it comes to getting financially fit, sitting down might just be your best bet.
Throughout the hearing, Lee Zeldin underscored the importance of protecting the environment without hindering economic development. He stated, “We can, and we must, protect our precious environment without suffocating the economy.”
2024 was a year that confronted APHIS with new challenges, forcing the agency to find new and creative solutions to animal and plant health threats, says APHIS Administrator Michael Watson.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has unveiled a pivotal final rule that amends the uniform pricing formulas for all eleven Federal milk marketing orders (FMMOs).
If your calves are producing tears, that’s a good thing, according to Dr. Taylor Engle, veterinarian with 4-Star Veterinary Service, Dayton, Ohio.
Byrne Dairy, a New York dairy company located in Syracuse, is moving forward with a $120 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Cortlandville.
As we look ahead to the opportunities and challenges of 2025, the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is once again opening the doors for enrollment in the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program.
The current outbreak underscores the importance of biosecurity measures, rapid response and vigilance to protect agriculture and livestock from this economically devastating disease. Here’s the latest on FMDV.
Any existing herd health problems are amplified by HPAI H5N1, practitioners report. Some are asking regulatory agencies for more consistent testing and reporting protocols. They are also encouraging producers to invest dollars in better nutrition and cow comfort resources.
Holstein springers again topped out at $4,250/head in Pipestone, Minn. in January, 2025, with other reporting markets also hanging in strong.
This “Nutrition Info box,” a black-and-white design, will display levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars, categorized as “Low,” “Med,” or “High,” along with the percent Daily Value for each nutrient.
The Chief Economist for the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), Peter Vitaliano reflects on the changes he has observed over his tenure and shared his vision for the future of the industry.
The latest USDA American Farms and Ranches at a Glance report offers insights to how row crop growers are making a go of it financially in 2025.
Meteorologists say the active start to January is a sign of what’s ahead with concerns about drought, more cold and a sharp divide in areas of the country seeing too much moisture versus not enough.
2025 IDFA Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award winner bridges tradition and innovation.
Germany’s meat and dairy exports outside the EU face severe restrictions after the country’s first case of the livestock disease foot-and-mouth was confirmed on Friday.