The Dakota Farmer recently reported on a group of dairy producers that are meeting with the S.D. Secretary of Agriculture Bill Even and various creditors and lenders across the state to assist them during this economic crisis. Much needed money will help these producers through their challenges, ensuring the future of milk production for years to come. However, this comes … Read More
Harvest Timing Effects on Corn Silage Nutrient Composition
Leo Brown, Pioneer livestock information manager, explains how to improve the nutritional value of corn silage by chopping at an optimal time. Brown also suggests packing well for good fermentation and adequate aerobic stability at feedout. [audio:http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://zimmcomm.biz/pioneer/pioneer-podcast-59-wdd.mp3] Leo Brown on Harvest Timing (5:30 min MP3) To see all archived Pioneer Forage Forum podcasts, click here.
Dairy ‘Herd’ Protests in D.C
It would have been quite a sight to see a group of farmers dressed as cattle on the green in Washington D.C. Sick and tired of the down markets and troubling times plaguing the dairy industry today, a group or “herd” of dairy producers marched to D.C. to have their voices be heard. As reported by Jerry Hagstrom of Agweek, … Read More
Brothers Three Named Young Breeders
Congratulations to Brothers Three Brown Swiss for being named the 2009 Outstanding Young Breeder by the National Brown Swiss Association. The award was presented to Joshua, Jacob, and Joseph Hushon during the 2009 annual meeting of the Brown Swiss Cattle Breeders’ Association, July 8 to 11 in Springfield, Mo. The Award is presented annually to a deserving breeder under the … Read More
USDA Economic Outlook for Dairy
From the USDA‘s newly released “Livestock, Dairy & Poultry Outlook,” a report from the Economic Research Service. Dairy: Feed prices are expected to moderate slightly both this year and next. But milk supplies still lead demand, and exports are expected to be well behind the last two years. Consequently, prices will remain weak this year. A modest improvement in prices … Read More
Kings-Ransom Farm 2009 Distinguished Breeders
Congratulations to Jan and Jeff King of Kings-Ransom Farm, LLC, Schuylerville, N.Y., for being named Holstein Association USA’s 2009 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeders! You can see a video presentation about the farm on the Holstein website. Growing up on a farm, Jan and Jeff have been actively involved in the Registered Holstein business their entire lives. Participating in several Junior … Read More
DFA issues $9.5 million to assist members
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.’s (DFA) Board of Directors has approved a special cash payment to members in an effort to ease economic burdens facing the dairy industry. The $9.5 million payment – equivalent to 5 cents per hundredweight for milk marketed through DFA from January through June 2009 – will be issued to 10,750 member farms active as of … Read More
IDFA Chairman Asks Congress to Help Industry
International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) Chairman Paul Kruse, who is CEO and president of Blue Bell Creameries in Brenham, Texas, told a Congressional panel that product innovation and increased global demand are fundamental parts of any solution designed to address the economic conditions currently facing the U.S. dairy industry. He testified before the U.S. House Agriculture Subcommittee on Dairy, Livestock … Read More
New Biostart Paste Introduced
Bio-Vet, Inc.®, introduces new Biostart™ microbial and vitamin paste. Biostart™ paste contains high levels of live, beneficial microbial strains, enzymes, vitamins and nutritional ingredients. Biostart™ paste may be fed to beef and dairy cattle and calves, sheep, goats and horses. All ingredients may be considered for “certified organic” use. Biostart™ paste is convenient and easy to use, with a universal … Read More
Dairyline Markets In Review
Dairy Markets Week in Review The blocks closed Friday at $1.1450 per pound, up 5 1/2-cents on the week but 85 1/2-cents below a year ago when block was trading at $2.00. Barrel closed at $1.14, up a nickel on the week, but 83 cents below a year ago. Fifteen cars of block traded hands and three of barrel. The … Read More