Dairy - General
The dairy industry is fighting back against attacks made towards milk’s value in diets.
The most critical and most expensive period of calf growth in raising dairy calves is the pre-weaning period.
It’s cold outside, but dairy farmers can prepare for the inevitable summer heat by attending a UC Cooperative Extension program Jan. 29 on managing cow comfort in hot weather.
Automated feeders allow dairy operators to be calf managers, not just feeders.
Purdue Extension is partnering with Indiana Dairy Producers and the Indiana Forage Council to offer the annual Indiana Regional Dairy Meetings at six locations.
The program develops informed producers who will take leadership roles in the next generation of California’s dairy organizations.
Nebraska is trying to attract dairy farmers from other states with the promise of abundant land, plentiful water and feed, and agriculture-friendly rules.
Slowdowns in China, the European Union and Russia are affecting dairy markets and U.S. milk checks. But some potentially positive developments are in the making.
At least 72 percent of U.S. dairy farms lack MPP protection against likely moderate margin declines expected this spring.
Co-op to take team approach in its executive office.
A drop in the number of North Dakota dairy farms — from 350 in 2000 to 91 today — has led to scrutiny of a state law that allows only family members to form farming corporations.
Lawsuit alleges the state’s dairies have seen a 69% jump in fees in past two years with no additional services.
Texas, Utah, Michigan help lead U.S. milk production to 3.2% increase over December 2013.
Scholarship applications are due February 20, 2015.
Using light emitting diode (LED) lights, automated sensors, and an automated control system, a LDL system was created at Wing Acres Dairy that successfully resolved the technical difficulties encountered by Michigan dairies.
To be recognized for the award, Glanbia’s milk suppliers must meet strict quality standards over 12 months, paying close attention to all facets of dairy operations.
Complex study design and intense marketing make evaluation difficult
A small New Prague, Minn., dairy will stop producing and selling milk just months after winning a legal fight over a high-capacity power line across its land.
California trade group welcomes back former employee after departure of Michael Marsh.
Investigation of the recently discovered disease continues in the Texas Panhandle; one California dairy producer recalls his herd’s TB experience.
An estimated $11 million in competitive grant funding will be awarded to provide financial assistance for installing dairy digesters that result in reduced greenhouse gas emissions and provide other environmental benefits.
Starlings can eat 50 percent of their bodyweight in feed a day.
With no kids to transition the farm, New York dairy farmer John Knopf worked with young Bob DiCarlo toward farm ownership.
California’s Chuck and Mark Ahlem have taken their cow-care culture to a whole new level—not just for their dairies but dozens of others too
A boost in the Cuban economy would likely also boost U.S. tourism, thereby creating both retail and foodservice sales opportunities.
When it comes to fresh cow health, an ounce of prevention can result in pounds more milk, fewer displaced abomasums (DAs) and less culling. A drop of blood is all that’s needed.
CEO of California’s Western United Dairymen departs; yogurt maker Chobani refutes rumors of leadership flux.
It could be among the first of many corporate animal care policies to come.
Farm profitability has driven the shift to larger dairy farms over the past two decades.
Cross-industry involvement creates an optimal learning environment for students, while also supporting career development opportunities and skills.