Today is one of the best days of the year – National Grilled Cheese Day! Did you have a grilled cheese today? Or, do you need inspiration for a new recipe? If so, check out this collection of recipes from the Huffington Post; or add your own favorite recipe! The best thing about grilled cheese? Almost anyone can make one, … Read More
World Dairy Expo Hires Janet Keller
Congratulations to Janet Keller for her new position as World Dairy Expo Communications/Public Relations Manager. Keller holds a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where she majored in Ag and Extension Education with a Dairy Science Emphasis. She began her dairy career with Tri-State Breeders in Westby, Wis. as Public Relations Coordinator. She later worked for Mapleleaf Genetics as In-Office … Read More
Jersey Scholarships Available
July 1 is the deadline to submit applications for six scholarships administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association, Reynoldsburg, Ohio. These awards will provide financial support to Jersey youth enrolled in colleges or universities or, in some cases, seeking hands-on experience in the development and management of Registered Jersey™ cattle. Applicants must be a junior or life member of the … Read More
Holstein Announced Junior DJMs
Congratulations to the 12 Holstein Association USA Juniors who were named as semifinalists in the annual Distinguished Junior Member (DJM) competition. The DJM award recognizes outstanding Holstein youth, ages 17 to 21, and is the highest honor that can be given to a Junior member. The award recognizes a lifetime of commitment to the Holstein breed and involvement in variety … Read More
Alpina Foods to Build NY Yogurt Plant
A South American dairy products company, Alpina Foods, plans to build its first U.S. yogurt plant in Batavia, N.Y., as part of a $15 million project. Alpina has nine plants in South America and plans to build a 28,000- square-foot factory in the Genesee Valley Agri-Business Park as part of its plan to establish a physical presence in the United … Read More
Water Quality Grant Awarded
Western United Dairymen (WUD) has secured $500,000 for water quality projects on dairies in California’s Central Valley. The funding is provided through the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP), part of the 2008 Farm Bill conservation title, and is administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). “AWEP is a voluntary conservation initiative that provides financial and technical assistance to … Read More
AAD Receives Investment
Advanced Animal Diagnostics (AAD), recently received an investment of $11 million, the largest single investment in research and development to diagnose mastitis, the costliest disease for dairy producers worldwide. The financing was led by Intersouth Partners and included Novartis Venture Funds as well as other private investors. AAD is an innovative research and development company dedicated to bringing highly accurate, … Read More
Dairy Checkoff Update
The dairy checkoff-led Fuel Up to Play 60 program and the Gen YOUth Foundation co-hosted a childhood obesity summit with The Washington Post on Feb. 15. The “Weighing In on America’s Future: Childhood Obesity Summit” highlighted successful approaches and programs, including Fuel Up to Play 60 and Gen YOUth, that are helping America’s children become healthier. More than 160 leading … Read More
Holstein Holds Board Meeting
The spring Holstein Association USA, Inc. board of directors meeting was held in Brattleboro, Vt., March 24-25. The Business Plan portion of the meeting included updates on 2011 objectives. The board heard reports from the Audit, Nominating, Genetic Advancement, Legislative Affairs, and Show committees. Member participation in the programs and services provided by the Association demonstrate an encouraging start to … Read More
Here's How Sec. Vilsack Did On His Mid-Term
What grade did you give U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack for his mid-term? I think the results of our last ZimmPoll show how difficult it is to please everyone. We asked the question, “What mid-term grade would you give Ag Sec. Vilsack?” The votes for an A and an F were the highest and equal. 24% give him an … Read More