Dairy Markets Week in Review Block cheese closed this week at $1.9250 per pound, up 2 cents on the week and 37 1/2-cents above that week a year ago. Barrel closed at $1.88, up 4 cents on the week and 38 1/2-cents above a year ago. Five cars of block traded hands on the week and none of barrel. The … Read More
NMPF Files Petition
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) has filed a joint citizen petition with the American Meat Institute and the National Meat Association that in urges the USDA to ensure that all nonambulatory, or downer, cattle, are kept out of the human food supply. NMPF jointly filed, with the American Meat Institute and the National Meat Association, a citizen petition that … Read More
Call for Obie Snider Applications
The All-American Dairy Show is now accepting applications for the 2008 Obie Snider Award through May 30. The award recognizes a dairy industry leader that exemplifies Snider’s character, leadership, professionalism, ethics and service. The award will be presented during the 45th Anniversary celebration of the All-American Dairy Show on Sept. 13 -18, themed ‘Celebration of Excellence.’ “Obie was a founding … Read More
Bush Calls for One Year Extension
President Bush has asked Congress to pass a one-year extension of the 2002 Farm Bill as the expiration of the bill’s one-week extension looms. The White House proposal would erase hopes in Congress of large increases in funding for nutrition programs like food stamps and in land stewardship. Some farm lobbyists say a bill cannot pass without rewarding those popular … Read More
Outlook Conference Announces Speakers
Don’t forget to register for the 5th Downes-O’Neill/EDairy Annual Outlook Conference. Held on June 18 & 19 in Chicago, the conference’s platinum sponsor is Schreiber Foods and the gold sponsor is Dairy Farmers of America. An impressive list of speakers are on the program. The Outlook Conference is a leading gathering for dairy-industry executives, analysts, traders, and producers that also … Read More
Metzger New Sales Manager
Congratulations to Scott Metzger, the new area sales manager for Trans Ova Genetic’s dairy clients across the nation. In his new position, Metzger will work with elite dairy breeders, helping them utilize advanced reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer (ET) and in vitro fertilization (IVF) to create desirable offspring from top cow families. Metzger also will counsel and educate breeders … Read More
New Zealand Excited About Milk's Potential
Scientists and lawmakers in New Zealand are excited about the potential of milk, saying the country is only scraping the surface of milk’s potential. The Government’s $700 million Fast Forward investment into science and innovation, announced last month, would make research possible. “I have no doubt that some very smart scientists will also find ways to crack milk into a … Read More
Missouri Reviews Labeling Guidelines
Well, readers, here’s the latest state to follow-the-leader so to speak, and review their milk labeling guidelines. Missouri lawmakers are mulling over a controversial measure that would restrict the information dairies can place on milk containers. Missouri is the latest state to be concerned about milk that is labeled as being “hormone free.” “It’s a very complicated issue,” said Rep. … Read More
Borden Introduces Cheese with Antioxidants
The newest value-added dairy product on the market is from Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. (DFA). The company has introduced Borden Essentials™, a cheese containing protective antioxidants, which help support a healthy immune system. Borden is among the first packaged cheese to provide consumers with a source of antioxidants. DFA responded to consumers’ desire to increase antioxidants in their diets. … Read More
Candidates Sought for N.D. Dairy Princess
The Midwest Dairy Association – North Dakota Division is seeking candidates to participate in this year’s Dairy Princess contest scheduled for July 23, 2008 in Minot during the North Dakota State Fair. The entry deadline is June 27, 2008. The North Dakota State Dairy Princess serves as an ambassador for the state’s dairy industry, helping the dairy checkoff program to … Read More