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Once temperatures reach above 70ºF, high-producing Holsteins are at the threshold of heat stress.

The following information was released by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA):In the past week, corn growers nationwide hit their fields in earnest and planted more than a quarter of their 2011 crop, finally enjoying a break from cold, wet weather. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that, as of May 8, 40 percent of the 2011 corn crop has been planted, compared to 13 percent May 1.

Record net earnings exceed $100 million; Net sales of nearly $3.5 billion.

Agreement focuses on the development of sustainability best management practices.

Transformative changes in markets, policy and science, rather than just incremental changes in farming practices and technology, will be critical if the United States is to achieve long-term sustainability in agriculture, according to a nationwide team of agriculturists that includes a University of California, Davis, animal scientist.

Minimize feed loss with proper storage and management.

This genotype exchange strategy will facilitate young sire selection programs in each country.

A group of dairy reproductive experts—including academicians and industry leaders—have come together to create a dairy synchronization protocol sheet.

CWT accepted seven requests for export assistance from Dairy Farmers of America, Darigold, and Foremost Farms to sell a total of 1,362 metric tons (3.0 million pounds) of Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses

Cow numbers are also up an estimated 76,000 (0.8%) over a year ago and 17,000 head over February.