Dairy - General
The on-again, off-again reports regarding ICE raids is sowing confusion for those who rely on immigrant labor and causing labor shortages because employees aren’t showing up for work.
DARI Processing, LLC has broken ground on Nebraska’s first new dairy processing plant in over 60 years, a $186.3 million facility set to bring shelf-stable milk production, regional opportunity and renewed momentum to the state’s dairy industry.
Now is the most opportune time for Congress and the Administration to address the agricultural labor shortage in a meaningful and lasting way.
A dangerous livestock pest, the New World Screwworm, has resurfaced in Central America, prompting a U.S. livestock import ban and renewed warnings for producers to watch for signs of infestation.
Aggressive immigration enforcement has had dairy farmers concerned about their ability to milk cows 365 days a year without interruption.
Cattle rely heavily on their sense of smell, and understanding their odor preferences could help improve handling, health, and overall management.
DFA’s recent attack serves as a stark reminder that the need for cybersecurity in agriculture is more pressing than ever.
Making silage out of soybeans is highly possible, and may be a growing trend in homegrown dairy forage production.
A Wisconsin dairy farmer has filed a federal lawsuit challenging USDA’s diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
This Milk Business Young Producer Award recipient is generating income by selling surplus fresh cows.
Rising heat and humidity can drive up SCC, but with proactive management and attention to detail, summer doesn’t have to compromise milk quality.
The focus remains on leveraging existing operations to find value beyond the milk check.
CME butter trading hit its busiest week since October, helping support Class IV gains, while soybean futures jumped on biofuel policy news.
Protecting your hay’s quality and value doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does need to be monitored.
Higher cheese and butter production has not moved supplies above year-earlier levels. Increased milk production is being absorbed domestically and internationally.
Recently, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has intensified operations, with a spotlight on farms West.
A new 2025 report from the International Dairy Foods Association shows the U.S. dairy industry supports over 3 million jobs and generates nearly $780 billion in economic impact, highlighting dairy’s powerful role in communities nationwide.
Class III milk futures edged higher today amid steady butter trade and seasonal pressures on milk output, while Class IV markets held mostly flat.
Garrett and Lindsey Rucks, a brother and sister duo, who, supported by their family and modern advancements, are redefining what it means to be part of a multigenerational farm.
Butter saw heavy trading activity with 35 loads moved, but Class III futures continued to slide amid weak cheese prices, as markets await key USDA supply and demand data.
If the next generation isn’t coming back, it’s not the end. But it is time for a new plan.
A fourth-generation producer’s inspiring blend of traditional wisdom and innovative thinking offers a road map for resilience to farmers everywhere.
Unless milk prices take an unexpected dive or feed costs jump significantly, 2025 appears to be following the playbook of years like 2022 or 2024: margins get tighter, but not tight enough to trigger substantial DMC support.
At NexGen Dairy, Megan and Tim Schrupp are continuing their legacy while taking it to the next level — prioritizing future tech and future leaders
When Perry Baeten took over operation of his family dairy, he knew in order to survive, they also had to grow, get lean and become more efficient — even if that meant spending more money to make it happen. Here’s how Baeten turned his dreams into reality.
The Dairy Consulting Experience is a beacon for those passionate about merging scientific knowledge with pragmatic skill, fostering a robust future for the industry.
The equipment builder is adding to its lineup of crop harvesters with two new forage choppers — the first completely new silage management machines from Deere since 2019.
Calves can suffer from heat stress the same as older animals. But even when the heat is on, they prefer to stay close to their partners in pair housing situations, according to a recent study by University of Wisconsin researchers.
Water scarcity is an enduring issue demanding innovative solutions, and Washington’s dairy farmers are just one of many states that are on the frontline of this battle.
Dairy replacement heifers and beef-cross calves are fetching record-breaking prices this spring, with Holstein springers hitting $4,200 and beef-cross calves surpassing $1,600.