I recently drove past a McDonald’s and saw the sign now said “99 billion served” – I wonder how many of those billions were Big Macs? The sandwich turns 40-years-old this week, and is one of the most popular items on the franchises menu. Treat yourself to one today to celebrate! McDonald’s signature Big Mac sandwich turned 40 years old … Read More
Dairyline Markets in Review
Dairy Markets Week in Review The cash markets had little reaction to the July Milk Production or Cold Storage reports released this week. Block cheese ended the week at $1.9725 per pound, up 1 1/4-cents on the week, and 67 3/4-cents above that week a year ago. Barrel closed Friday at $1.9325, up 4 1/4-cents on the week, and 64 … Read More
Hayden Stars in Ad
The latest “got milk?” ad will debut on September 10th and features Hayden Panettiere. Who knew? One of Heroes star Hayden Panettiere’s superpowers: lactose tolerant. The actress, who celebrated her 18th birthday on Tuesday with a party on the beach, is the latest mustachioed face of those “Got Milk?” ads. “You don’t have to be a hero to feel invincible. … Read More
NY State Butter Sculpture
The New York State Fair opened today for its 161st season, and also reveiled the fair’s annual butter sculpture. Sculpted by Jim Victor, the buttery rendition features a cow and her calf. Here are some fun facts about the 2007 butter sculpture: This year’s butter sculpture used about 800 pounds of butter. The sculpture weighs as much as: 1. 445 … Read More
Holstein Champions Mandatory ID
The Holstein Association USA wants to remind the dairy industry that a mandatory national animal identification system is still needed in this country. With the recent reoccurrence of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in Great Britain, Holstein Association USA CEO John Meyer says it’s another reminder of the need for a mandatory national animal identification system in the United States. … Read More
Nomination Call for Innovative Dairy Farmer
Nominations are now being accepted for the title of the Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year, an annual award co-sponsored by IDFA and Dairy Today magazine. The winner will be honored at the 2008 Dairy Forum, Jan. 20 to 23, at La Quinta Resort and Club in La Quinta, Calif. The deadline for nominations is Oct. 5, and there is … Read More
Starch in Fermented Grains
Starch in Fermented Grains is the topic of this Forage Forum segment, with information provided by Dr. Bill Mahanna, Pioneer Global Nutritional Sciences Manager. Dr. Mahanna reviews the importance of the form of corn when it is fed, especially to cattle feeders. Additionally, he weighs in on the pros and cons of high-moisture corn, focusing on the fermentation process and … Read More
Editorial Addresses Buying Organic
A few weeks ago, Jackie Avner from the Denver Post wrote an editorial about her reasons for buying regular goods verses organic goods. Take a minute and read her thoughts and comments on the booming organic market. I don’t like to buy organic food products, and avoid them at all cost. It is a principled decision reached through careful consideration … Read More
WDPA Hosts Grading Clinic
The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association will host the 2007 Dairy Product Grading and Evaluation Clinic on Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at World Dairy Expo, Madison, Wis. The clinic is a comprehensive training program on dairy product grading (cheese, butter, cottage cheese, and whey) led by graders from the United States Dept. of Ag (USDA), Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade & … Read More
Bring Milk Back to the Dinner Table
MilkPEP, funded by the nation’s milk processors, is challenging American families to make milk their beverage of choice – and awarding 25 of those families with great prizes! Families can enter by taking a photo of their family choosing milk or donning the famous Milk Mustache and upload it to the website before August 31, 2007. As families gather back … Read More