Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) has accepted 13 requests for export assistance from Dairy Farmers of America, Darigold, Land O’Lakes and Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association to sell 5.880 million pounds (2,667 metric tons) of Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and 687,842 pounds (312 metric tons) of butter, to customers in Asia, Central America, Europe and the Middle East. … Read More
Genomics Create Opportunities for All Dairies
The advent of genomics has certainly played a heavy role in today’s popular genetics. Screening for elite males and females has become more exact and has rapidly driven genetic progress far beyond anyone’s wildest expectations in a relatively short period of time. While genomic technology currently holds its greatest stakes within elite dairy cattle breeding programs, many commercial dairy operations … Read More
No Farm Bill Means MILC Will Expire
No new farm bill means dairy producers will be left holding an empty bucket at the end of this month. “With expiration of the farm bill, dairy farmers will lose what little safety net they have,” said Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-NY) who led a failed attempt last week have the House consider the Senate-passed farm bill prior to adjourning until … Read More
Apply to Be the Next Jersey Queen
Applications for the 58th National Jersey Queen are being accepted until October 15. Participants in the National Jersey Queen Contest must meet three requirements. First, they must be at least 16 years of age, but not older than 22, on January 1, 2012. Second, they must be either the current year’s or a former state or regional Jersey queen, or … Read More
Dr. Wadsworth Quality Vet of Year
Congratulations to Dr. Stephen Wadsworth who was named the Quality Veterinarian of the Year at the 45th Annual Conference of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners. Merial, a world-leading animal health company, Duluth, Georgia, and the Dairy Quality Center (DQC), Stratford, Iowa, co-sponsor this annual award, designed to recognize veterinarians who help dairy producers implement quality management practices within their … Read More
Alltech's Global 500 Is Right Around The Corner
Ruminating on the future of beef and dairy farming will be the topic of discussion at Alltech’s 5th Annual Global 500. The event will feature industry experts who will address the changing future of the dairy and beef industries. Last year’s event was a success with 700 attendees and they are expecting over 1000 this December 4-6 in Lexington, Ky. … Read More
DFA: Immediate Action Needed on 2012 Farm Bill
“On behalf of the 15,000 dairy farmer owners of Dairy Farmers of America, we urge Congressional leadership to support this nation’s food producers by acting on the 2012 Farm Bill and bringing some relief to farmers suffering through weather-related disasters and unfavorable market conditions. “The pending bill represents significant compromise and fiscal discipline, while addressing the critical needs of the … Read More
John Deere Introduces New Round Balers
Building on the reliability and popularity of its 8 Series Round Balers, John Deere introduced 12 new models of its 9 Series Round Balers for 2013 during the recent Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. Laura Cobb, senior marketing representative at John Deere Ottumwa Works, said producers liked what they saw at the show. “They’re really liking the new technology … Read More
It’s an iPhone World
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Do you plan to buy an iPhone 5?” Our poll results: 20% said yes, upgrade my old iPhone; 4% said yes, get first iPhone; 24% said no, I’m Android; 32% said no, keep old iPhone; and 21% said they don’t want a smartphone. Our new ZimmPoll is now live and asks the question, “Have … Read More
Milk Unleashed Educates Moms
Milk Unleashed has launched! It’s a campaign to educate moms on the importance of dairy, and offer easy ways to incorporate more milk into their families’ diets with shelf safe milk. It’s sponsored by Tetra Pak, makers of shelf safe cartons for milk, juice, soup, broth and other products. Shelf safe milk is Grade A fluid milk that requires no … Read More