The happy cows of California may be a little sadder this summer, it looks like Wisconsin will remain number 1 in cheese production for quite some time. This according to Dick Groves, longtime owner of the Madison, Wis. based trade publication, Cheese Reporter. Groves helped spark the friendly competition between the states 10 years ago with an editorial predicting California … Read More
NMPF Happy About Farm Bill
National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) applauded the passing of the new negotiated Farm Bill in the House and the Senate this week. The bill contains a package of programs that improves farm policy and benefits dairy producers according to NMPF, who also has a summary of the Farm Bill’s dairy-related provisions. The House passed the Food, Conservation and Energy Act … Read More
Sample Cheeses Made from Jersey Cows
The 2008 annual meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc. will have a unique and tasty event – a guided sampling of six artistian cheeses made exclusively with milk from Jersey dairy cows. The tasting will take place at 4:00 p.m. on June 25 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Asheville, N.C. Don’t miss out – the … Read More
Alfalfa Spring Growth, Genetics and Management
Best practices and cutting management will provide growers with an optimum alfalfa crop, says David Miller, director of alfalfa research for Pioneer. With a slow spring green-up, Miller takes a look at the impact of a cold winter on alfalfa as well as alfalfa genetics and management. Growers who tend to harvest late in the fall may be seeing more … Read More
New Design for Maggie's Containers
When you pick up your to-go ice cream at Maggie Moo’s next time, you’ll notice an exciting new package with fun graphics! The new design showcases enticing images of MaggieMoo’s award-winning ice cream. The images are intertwined by idioms of “sharing” on the quart, and declarations of “just for me” on the pint. The new design also displays the MaggieMoo’s … Read More
Minnesota Producers Soon to be Internet Sensations!
Calling all dairy producers in Minnesota! Your help is needed in connecting with consumers online. Midwest Dairy Association is seeking your input and photos for their new website call Explore Dairy. What a great opportunity for you to showcase your hard-work! Minnesota consumers will soon be able get details about summer dairy activities with just a click of the mouse. … Read More
Kraft Singles Celebrates Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is this weekend, and what’s a better gift for mom than a grilled cheese sandwich? Kraft Singles and American Greetings is teaming up to help husbands and kids make mom the perfect grilled cheese and free e-cards as a thank you. Kraft Singles is teaching kids and husbands how to make the sandwiches by offering in-store cooking demonstrations … Read More
Farm Bill Reaches Final Stages
Lawmakers have hammered out a final agreement on the Farm Bill, but many insiders are saying that President Bush will veto the effort. “This bill increases subsidies to farmers at a time of record farm income,” Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer said. The negotiators “have done a disservice to taxpayers.” The speedy reaction from the executive branch put the spotlight on … Read More
Dairyline Markets in Review
Dairy Markets Week in Review The cash butter market saw 17 consecutive sessions of gain and closed Friday (May 9th), at $1.47 per pound, up 3 cents on the week but 2 cents below a year ago. Two cars traded hands. The lagging NASS-surveyed butter price averaged $1.3683, up 0.2 cent. NASS nonfat dry milk averaged $1.2759, up 1.4 cents, … Read More
Häagen-Dazs is a Bee's Best Friend
The folks at Häagen-Dazs ice cream have created a campaign and a new flavor that brings attention to the plight of America’s honey bees. Do you know that honey bees are responsible for one of every three bites the average American eats? The campaign called Häagen-Dazs loves Honey Bees™ will raise money for sustainable pollination and CCD research at Pennsylvania … Read More