Want to attend the 2014 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit? If you are a student between the ages of 17 – 25, apply to receive financial assistance, made available by the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association and the Center for Dairy Excellence. Considered the premier dairy event in Pennsylvania, the summit is moving to a new venue in 2014, offering four distinct program tracks … Read More
POOP May Win Superbowl Ad
Out of 15,000 applicants, an Idaho startup called Poop Natural Dairy Compost is now one of four finalists in the running to win a professionally produced Super Bowl commercial through the Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Big Game competition. While this concept may be new to some customers, it’s actually a sustainable practice for farmers throughout the country. The startup team … Read More
Year-End Equipment Purchases on Your List?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What are you thankful for?” Our poll results: · All of the above – 37% · Friends and family – 15% · Good health – 12% · Freedom – 8% · Affordable food – 8% · Rewarding work – 7% · Our great nation – 7% · Other – 7% There are so many … Read More
DCHA Scholarship Available
The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. The annual $1,000 DCHA scholarship is awarded to a student currently enrolled in agriculture-related field at an accredited college or university. Applicants must have completed at least one year of post-high school education. A person may receive the scholarship only once, and must meet … Read More
Holstein Association Board Report
The Holstein Association USA, Inc. (HAUSA) board of directors held their fall meeting in Chicago, Ill. on November 21-22. The board approved the 2014 Management-by-Objective Business Plan and associated budget. The Business Plan forecasts growth in sales of Holstein Association USA’s core products and services. Members who participate in the popular Holstein COMPLETE® program and have 1,001 or more Registered … Read More