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In response to John Deere’s recent announcement about moving some of its production to Mexico, Trump expressed concern about the impact on American workers, stating, “It’s hurting our country. It’s hurting our workers.”
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Understanding the economics of management practice adoption can make it easier to make adoption decisions.
The latest USDA Milk Production report for August illustrated an increase of 0.1% from the year prior. Despite this slight uptick, the dairy industry landscape presents a mixed bag as we move into September.
Earlier this year, the McCartys took a significant step in expanding their community engagement with the establishment of the Judy McCarty Dairy Learning Center. This nonprofit educational facility offers visitors an immersive farm experience, providing visitors with an up close look at life on the farm
It’s estimated Americans are now eating 42 lbs. per capita of cheese annually – more than double since the government started keeping track back in 1975.
How much is a dime worth? For three sisters who grew up on a dairy farm in Ohio, it could mean a big pay day.
The contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance is set to expire on Sept. 30. Negotiations between the two parties have stalled, raising concerns about a possible strike starting Oct. 1.
Maximizing pleasure and satisfaction in dairy calves isn’t required. But it does make them happier, and helps the dairy industry share a positive picture with the consuming public, according to University of Wisconsin animal behavior researcher Dr. Jennifer Van Os.
The FDA has granted approval of 5 new prescription medications that are labeled for use in dairy animals since the beginning of the year.
When you see steam rolling off of silage at load-out, is it reason to panic, or just another day? According to the silage experts at Novonesis, it could be either.
Beef-on-dairy breeding has revolutionized the U.S. cattle industry, shored up dwindling fed-beef cattle supplies, and added considerable black ink to the bottom lines of dairies in recent years. But is it a phenomenon gone too far?
The effects are already visible, with declining French barley exports to China and the U.S. struggling to sell corn for the new season.
Hiland Dairy Foods Co. is strengthening its presence in Tyler, Texas, with a major 90,000- square-foot expansion to its current facility.
Animal rights extremists continually attempt to gain access to farms and facilities by any means necessary – and oftentimes that comes with a lack of biosecurity measures like proper clothing and sanitizing.
As the U.S. dairy industry continues to thrive, the critical importance of a seamless and a reliable transportation network cannot be overstated. Addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring the robustness of these transportation systems are imperative steps in sustaining the industry’s productivity.
The 2024 MILK Business Conference award winners have been revealed, and they are set to be honored at the prestigious event on December 10-11 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.
On the heels of the recent debate, we’d like to know which presidential candidate, Democrat Kamala Harris or Republican Donald Trump, you believe will have a more positive impact on agriculture.
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released the unedited responses from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump to its questionnaire on federal agricultural policy.
A lot of farmers have no form of a retirement plan and if you plan for another generation to come back to the farm, then you are going to have to determine how to financially support that.
General Mills will sell its North America yogurt business to French dairy firms Groupe Lactalis and Sodiaal in a $2.1 billion deal.
As we navigate this busy season, let’s not forget to find grace in our exhaustion and find joy in the little things. Let’s remain connected, even if it’s just through a kind word or a simple gesture.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza and African swine fever are two high-priority research areas that will be funded through a $17.6-million investment by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to protect the health and welfare of agricultural animals.
The place we are born can significantly shape our culture, behaviors, and how we view the world. In the ag industry, understanding and valuing cultural differences is vital for improving farm business culture and ensuring a well-trained workforce. As the demand for labor increases alongside the growth of dairy herds, addressing cultural barriers becomes increasingly important.
Producers who begin planning for 2025 early will have a competitive advantage over those who don’t. Now is the time to learn the financial pulse of how your operation is performing.
Referred to as the “gold standard” for bedding, sand has proven itself to be an ideal and profitable bedding option.
Non-salable milk from antibiotic-treated cows – sometimes accompanied by pasteurization – has been a calf dietary staple on dairy farms for decades. But how do those traces of antibiotics influence the digestive microflora of the calves that consume them?
The biggest impact of beef x dairy production is the blurring of the historical demarcation between beef and dairy sectors in the U.S.
Navigating the financial challenges in dairy farming.