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Not everyone knows their life calling from an early age. Not everyone knows that they want to do what dad does for a living. Many have to go through trial and error to figure it all out.
In a recent Farm Journal State of the Dairy Industry webinar, three leading dairy industry professionals shared their insights and perspectives about the biggest opportunities on the horizon for dairy producers.
New research finds the surge in grocery prices was driven mainly by substantial increases in commodity prices and supermarket wages, rather than price gouging.
Kathleen Wolfley with Ever.Ag spoke on a recent ‘Protect Your Profits’ webinar where she outlined many valuable insights, including five things dairy producers need to not only know, but also continue to keep a watchful eye on.
With feed inputs representing the #1 expense for most dairy operations, and little relief in sight in terms of feed prices, efficient utilization of feedstuffs is a dairy sustainability imperative.
On a per pound of nutrient basis, hay is generally more expensive than bulk commodities. Producers can reduce this cost by decreasing the amount of spoilage and wastage during storage.
A once infamous Oregon ‘mega-dairy’ site has embarked on a new journey, signaling a shift away from its controversial past.
This decision marks a significant transformation in Vance’s political career, as he has evolved from being a vocal critic of Trump during the 2016 election to becoming a staunch ally and supporter of the former president.
While even average crossbred animals are bringing a decent profit, healthy, well-grown calves are worth top dollar.
While there are a myriad of factors affecting profitability on a dairy farm, the transition period continues to stand out as the most critical phase.
Two young dairy producers from opposite corners of the U.S. share what excites them the most about the future of the industry, what keeps them up at night and what tools and technologies they are leaning into to help propel their dairy operations forward.
Money management is demonstrated from one generation to the next. Open and ongoing communication about the farm’s financial blueprint can help the younger generation to develop a better understanding.
Arkion Life Sciences reported on its latest findings during the American Dairy Science Association annual meeting.
Tough times lead to tough conversations. The question isn’t how do you plan to milk cows a year from now, but more likely how do you plan to milk cows decades from now?
Mastering the intricacies of data management has become a vital role on today’s operations.
Recognizing top dairy producers
Headwinds in interest rates, inflation and commodity prices seem to have little impact on land values, though single-digit decreases in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio have been reported.
The Federal Reserve has four more chances this calendar year to cut interest rates. Since July 2023, the system has kept its benchmark interest rate steady at a 23-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
Farmers cannot escape challenges, but they certainly can overcome adversity.
The largest feedyard north of the Rio Grande is under construction allowing Blackshirt Feeders to combine data, technology and innovation in a closed loop aligning dairies and semen providers with the feedyard.
Beef-cross calves continue to fetch astounding values of more than $1,000/head in some markets.
As beef-dairy crossbred calves become a more widespread industry staple, they present their own set of specific benefits and challenges to the marketplace. A recently published study by Iowa State University researchers explored both.
The USDA has finally issued it’s Recommended Decision proposing to amend the uniform pricing formulas applicable in all 11 Federal milk marketing orders
Industry experts are bullish on export opportunities over the next year to five years. New product development will also open the door for producers to add more profits to their bottom line.
Many avoid planning because discussions can be stressful and emotional. Yet, the sooner conversations and plans start, the smoother the transition can be.
The USDA will now begin accepting applications for H5N1 milk loss assistance.
The Supreme Court decision is expected to shift more interpretive power to the courts.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will soon begin compensating dairy farmers for the loss of milk supply due to bird flu-infected cows.
As we face another sweltering summer, the challenge of managing heat stress on the farm becomes more pressing than ever.