Balchem Corporation has announced the recipient of its Real Science Initiative research grant. The successful proposal was submitted by Dr. Heather White (Department of Dairy Science) and Dr. Dale Schoeller (Department of Nutritional Sciences) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Their research project will investigate methyl metabolism in the bovine liver and will seek to discover pioneering knowledge of the effects … Read More
Holstein Releases Pedigree List
Holstein Association USA has released the annual Pedigree Analysis of National Holstein Show Winners, following the completion of the 2013 National Shows. These lists are provided for Holstein show enthusiasts and aspiring breeders, providing an insider look at the genetics behind the cattle receiving showring honors at the highest levels of competition. Holstein females included in the analysis are those … Read More
DBA Symposium
The Dairy Business Association (DBA) will be holding their annual symposium February 18-19 in Green Bay, Wis. at Lambeau Field. The Access Symposium will focus on closing the relationship gap between producers and regulators through a set of interactive sessions with key state agencies the first day of the event. The second day will focus on best animal handling practices … Read More
New Changes at Jersey Association
Several staff changes have been made at the American Jersey Cattle Association. Responsibilities have been expanded for Jason Robinson, manager of Jersey Marketing Service (JMS); Erica Davis, JMS Internet Marketing Coordinator; and AJCA-NAJ Area Representative Chris Lundgren. Robinson will remain at the head of Jersey Marketing Service and add responsibilities for delivering on-farm service as Area Representative for the southeastern … Read More
What's on Your Christmas Table?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “ Which winter farm shows/events are you planning to attend?” Our poll results: · National – 29% · None – 24% · All of the above – 19% · State – 10% · Other – 10% · Regional – 5% · Local – 5% Looks like quite a few of you will be traveling … Read More
CRV and Alta to Partner
Alta and CRV have announced a new partnership and cooperation agreement that will offer economies of scale. Clients of both Alta and CRV can count on an even stronger and more varied portfolio of top quality bulls on a GTPI™ basis, while the breeding focus of both organizations will retain their own identity. The partnership between Alta and CRV offers … Read More
Select Sires to Offer Internships
Select Sires Inc., has announced plans to offer two summer internships at its headquarters facility in Plain City, Ohio, during the summer of 2014. Positions are available within the sales and marketing and communications departments, with applications due by January 1, 2014. “Both practical work experience within the industry and networking are extremely important in helping college students prepare for … Read More
Holstein to Host Meeting
Holstein Association USA will host a member update meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holstein Association USA headquarters, 1 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, Vt. Lunch will be provided and office tours will be given for all interested guests. This is a new style of member meeting for Holstein Association USA, and will take … Read More
Peterson Brothers Newest Video
The Peterson Brothers have released their newest video, a parody of Katy Perry’s ‘Roar.’ WDE is issueing a challenge to all of our creative dairy farmers out there – create a video parody and upload it to YouTube!