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The general claim that there’s limited opportunity for small producers in agriculture has been proved wrong in many ways in Weld County, but it certainly holds water — or milk — when it comes to one of the largest contributors to the local ag economy.

A western North Carolina dairy farm described as one of the largest in the state and one of its owners has pleaded guilty in federal court to violating the Clean Water Act.

California land preservationists are hoping to have a former dairy farm north of Santa Cruz crowned as a national monument.

Organic milk provides a better ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. But levels are so low it doesn’t matter.

Checks can now be distributed to 6,086 class members who will receive an average of $14,072 each.

The leading global providers of bovine genetics Alta and CRV have agreed to collaborate in their North American Holstein genetic programs.

Although Congress is poised to go home for the holidays without passing a new farm law, milk prices will not double on Jan. 1.

‘There would be near obliteration of product sales if in fact market prices were raised to supported levels.’ Cornell economist Andy Novakovic

Demand both at home and abroad is expected to support prices for all dairy products.

Dairy will eventually milk 1,800 cows robotically.