BouMatic, the largest U.S. based, globally operating dairy equipment company, announces their sponsorship of University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s Pioneer National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Chapter to the national NAMA product marketing competition. “We appreciate BouMatic’s contribution to Pioneer NAMA, UW-Platteville,” states Abigail Fink, Pioneer NAMA President. “BouMatic’s support made it possible for us to attend the competition this year.” BouMatic’s President, Todd … Read More
Family Day at the Dairy Farm Rescheduled Again
Family Day at the Dairy Farm, the annual open house at the University of Florida’s dairy farm, has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 5. The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The UF dairy farm is located 20 minutes northwest of Gainesville in Hague. Directions are available at the event website. Originally, Family Day at the Dairy … Read More
Not All Milk Protein is the Same
Until recently the A2 Corporation (A2C) operated exclusively in the Australian marketplace. Over the last 5 years a2 Milk® Australia has achieved 5yr CAGR of 45% whilst maintaining premium price positioning. a2 Milk® remains the fastest growing milk brand in the total supermarket milk category; it holds the #1 and #2 ranked sku’s and is circa 4 times larger than … Read More
World Dairy Expo 2014 Honorees Announced
World Dairy Expo (WDE) along with the dairy industry will honor four exemplary dairy leaders this fall at the annual Dinner with the Stars Recognition Banquet held in conjunction with the global event in Madison, Wis. “Nominated by their industry peers, these leaders were selected for their outstanding contributions to the industry”, shared Scott Bentley, WDE General Manager. “Expo is … Read More
Florida Dairy Farmers Release New iPad App
Kids, adults and educators alike can now learn about dairy farming in an exciting way through the Florida Dairy Farmers new iPad app, SunnyBell’s Florida Dairy Farm Adventure. The free app that can be downloaded from iTunes, is a fun, interactive romp through a Florida dairy farm. SunnyBell – a little calf who longs to be an important part of … Read More
It’s Fish Eating Time of Year
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What’s your favorite fish?” Looks like grilled is a favorite by a landslide. Personally, I agree. I didn’t learn to like fish until later in life and still don’t cook it often, but love when someone makes it for me. It is interesting to see all the fast-food chains adding a fish sandwich to … Read More
New Holland Livestock Pavilion Coming Soon
In support of their strong support of dairy and livestock producers, New Holland Agriculture & Construction is proud to announce an agreement with the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI. to secure naming rights for new livestock pavilions that will be built on the grounds beginning next year. “New Holland’s legacy is strong in hay tools, tractors and skid steer … Read More
More Assistance From Cooperatives Working Together
Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) has accepted 12 requests for export assistance from Dairy Farmers of America, Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association, Michigan Milk Producers Association, Tillamook County Creamery Association and United Dairymen of Arizona to sell 912,714 pounds of Cheddar and Gouda cheese, 1.355 million pounds of 82% butter and 606,271 pounds of whole milk powder to customers … Read More
Family Day at the Dairy Farm Rescheduled
North Florida residents can get an inside look at how dairy farms produce milk at the 2014 Family Day at the Dairy Farm, a free open-house event presented by the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences with support from Florida Dairy Farmers. The event will be now be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April … Read More
Alta Seed Offers Forage Growers Additional Savings
Planting forage sorghum can save growers money in a number of ways, but a new promotion from Alta Seeds is increasing the savings. Growers can now benefit from lower input costs and improved water efficiency while taking advantage of an offer for a free bag of seed. For a limited time, growers may receive one free bag of forage seed … Read More