Interest Growing for Robotic Milking Systems

Lizzy SchultzAgribusiness, Audio, Dairy, GEA Farm Technologies, Milking Parlor, Robotics, World Dairy Expo

Between the growing world’s increased production demands, consistently low milk prices, and the public push for stricter production and quality standards, dairy farmers are facing several significant challenges. Innovative solutions are necessary to help producers navigate through the changes and pressures facing the industry, and more farmers than ever are turning to automation technology from companies like GEA. The company … Read More

Holstein Registration Continues to Thrive

Lizzy SchultzAg Group, Audio, Breeds, Dairy, Holstein Association, World Dairy Expo

Their signature black and white markings make the Holstein one of the most easily recognizable breeds of dairy cattle, but it is the breed’s superior milk production traits and strong ability to thrive that has led the Holstein to become the most popular dairy breed in the world. Behind every great breed of livestock is a superb breed association, and … Read More

Accelerated Genetics Celebrates Milestone

Jamie JohansenAgribusiness, Audio, Cattle, Dairy, Genetics, Reproduction, World Dairy Expo

Accelerated Genetics is celebrating 75 years as a cooperative and just happens to be one of the original supporters of the World Dairy Expo. As the Expo celebrated it’s 50th anniversary, Accelerated Genetics was honored to say they have been a part of each since year one. Accelerated Genetics’ Industry Relations Coordinator, Kari Stanek, said they have had the same … Read More

Celebrating The Masters of Wisconsin Cheese

Lizzy SchultzAg Group, Audio, Cheese, Dairy, Dairy Checkoff, World Dairy Expo

The World Dairy Expo hosts and celebrates a global audience of dairy producers each year, but the Wisconsin dairy industry has always remained a standout on the event’s international platform. The state is a milk production powerhouse, producing a record 29 billion pounds of milk last year, but the product Wisconsin is truly famous for is cheese, thanks in large … Read More

Phibro Animal Health Tackles Mold

Jamie JohansenAgribusiness, Animal Health, Cattle, Dairy, Nutrition

Nutrition is the game-changer when it comes to a dairy cows efficiency and functionality. Molds and mycotoxins can make or break a farms nutritional management program if not addressed. We must remember each are found every year, but some years are worse than others. Phibro Animal Health dove into this crucial topic during the recent World Dairy Expo as dairy … Read More

Jersey Breed Shines at 2016 World Dairy Expo

Lizzy SchultzAg Group, Audio, Breeds, Dairy, Jersey Association, World Dairy Expo

Seven breeds of dairy cattle are celebrated each year at the World Dairy Expo, but the 2016 expo was a big year for the Jersey breed. Musgie Iatola Martha-ET, a Jersey cow owned by MilkSource Genetics of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, was named the Supreme Champion of this year’s event, and the American Jersey Cattle Association was on hand during the 2016 … Read More

Join Dairy Community in Pledge to Use Less Antibiotics

Jamie JohansenAgribusiness, Animal Health, Antibiotics, Boehringer Ingelheim, Cattle, Dairy, Mastitis, Veterinary, World Dairy Expo

Take the Pledge to use less antibiotics with Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. (BIVI) and the dairy community. World Dairy Expo (WDE) served as the perfect platform for BIVI to ask dairy farmers to further understand the ethical and medical responsibility that comes with the use of antibiotics. BIVI understands the concerns about antibiotic resistance and is dedicated to helping the … Read More

John Deere Partners with Scherer Design Engineering

Kelly MarshallAgribusiness, Dairy, Feed, Harvest, John Deere

Deere & Company has a new agreement with Scherer Design Engineering, Inc. The companies are working together to develop and commercialize kernel processing solutions for self-propelled forage harvesters. “Deere is committed to developing industry leading kernel processing solutions with the goal to drive higher milk production in dairy cows”, says Jon Chase, global director, self-propelled forage harvesters and heads. “This … Read More

USDA to Purchase Surplus Cheese

Jamie JohansenAg Group, Cheese, Dairy, National Milk, usda

Following a roundtable discussion with dairy producers near La Crosse, Wisc. today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced USDA is offering to purchase $20 million of cheddar cheese to reduce a private cheese surplus that has reached record levels, while assisting food banks and other food assistance recipients. While USDA projects dairy prices to increase throughout the rest of the year, … Read More