Sustainable Dairy Farming

With a resolute desire to continually improve, McCarty Family Farms has grown exponentially over the years thanks to determination, innovation, strategic planning and community support.

Barbara O’Brien, president and CEO, of DMI, addressed over attendees at the recent dairy joint annual meetings in Phoenix, Az. Her message centered around the organization’s checkoff strategies, poised to usher the industry into a new era of consumer engagement and growth.

As global populations continue to rise, with projections estimating a staggering 10 billion people by 2050, farmers worldwide are faced with an immense challenge: ensuring food security for all. This pivotal issue was the focus of discussions at the International Dairy Federation (IDF) World Dairy Summit in Paris, France, where industry experts gathered to share insights and explore solutions.

Vanguard Renewables recently broke ground on a new renewable natural gas project at The Moyer Family’s Oakmulgee Dairy Farm in Amelia Court House, VA.

Two ag industry powerhouses have announced the launch of the “Milk Sustainability Center,” a collaboration between John Deere and DeLaval.

There’s a perpetual cycle throughout the week of World Dairy Expo that you likely don’t even notice.

Bateman’s Mosida Farms in Utah is named the 2024 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year by the IDFA because of their ability to innovate and diversify to better care for their cattle and land.

This Washington dairy is driven by the motto of doing things the right way.

A large percentage of dairies anticipate a need for accelerated resources and support across stewardship initiatives in the coming years. Noticeably, most lack resources for GHG and air quality metrics.

The FDA has given its stamp of approval to Elanco’s Bovaer®, a first-in-class methane-reducing feed ingredient.