Nearly 200 dairy industry professional attended the National Mastitis Council regional in Syracuse, NY. During the council attendees toured New York State dairy operations that exemplify the quality of U.S. dairy industry. Participants were able to choose specialized, interactive short courses with practical ways to improve their dairies. “This year’s regional meeting was an excellent learning opportunity for dairy industry … Read More
Poultry Seminar to Focus on Safety, Productivity
This year’s Poultry Protein & Fat Seminar will be held Oct. 1-2 in Nashville, TN. The seminar will focus on providing technical tools, management best practices, and practical case studies throughout the rendering process. The event is sponsored by USPOULTRY and the Poultry Protein & Fat Council. “Safety and sustainability in the rendering plant is a goal for which all … Read More
World Dairy Expo Celebrates 50 Years
World Dairy Expo will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year. In honor of this achievement a historical book of the last 50 years of Expo memories is being created. The commemorative book will be a limited edition entitled, “We Need a Show,” and will follow the show’s struggles and successes through the years. The book will also explore ideas about … Read More
Steak Competition Returns to American Royal
The fourth annual American Royal Steak Competition Winner will be announced at the American Royal Association’s 2015 TableSteaks Celebration on October 22, 2015. Beef producers from across the nation are invited to submit rib eye steaks to compete for the best tasting steak. “Three years ago marked the first time for this event at the American Royal,” says Bob Petersen, … Read More
Hot Topic Speakers Scheduled by AMSA
Deputy Under Secretary Gary Woodward; Dr. Lynn McMullen, Dr. Steve Larsen and Bill Hewat will be the featured speakers at the American Meat Science Association‘s (AMSA) 68th Reciprocal Meat Conference(RMC) Hot Topic Symposium. The session, set for June 14-17, 2015, will be held at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Topics will include: USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Programs and Their Link to … Read More
Time To Become A REBEL With Alltech
Who’s ready to be a REBEL? Tomorrow Chuck and I will head to Lexington, KY for Alltech’s REBELation. This once-in-a-lifetime conference is merging science, agriculture, entrepreneurship, business and marketing to inspire and re-engergize lives and businesses. Keynote speakers will include General Colin Powell, U.S. Army Retired, former United States Secretary of State; John Calipari, Head Coach of the University of … Read More
Alliance Extends Early Registration Deadline
Due to great response, the Animal Agriculture Alliance announced that early registration has been extended until April 15th for its 2015 Stakeholders Summit, themed “The Journey to Extraordinary.” At the Summit, set for May 6-7, 2015 in Kansas City, MO., attendees will receive first-hand insight into managing a crisis situation from experienced industry professionals. Dr. Helen Wojcinski, science and sustainability … Read More
The 2016 Dairy Strong Conference
The Dairy Business Association is pleased to announce dates for the 2016 Dairy Strong Conference. Dairy farmers and industry professionals throughout Wisconsin, the Midwest and the nation will gather again January 12-14, 2016, at the Monona Terrace Convention Center, overlooking Lake Monona in Madison, Wis. This past January, nearly 600 attendees from nine different states and Canada attended thefirst-ever Dairy … Read More
U.S. Ayrshire Breeders National Convention
“Sharing Memories & Forging the Future of Ayrshires” is the theme of this year’s Ayrshire National Convention planned for June 22-26, 2015, at Lake Raystown, hosted by the Pennsylvania Ayrshire Breeders Association, along with New Jersey and West Virginia breeders. “We are thrilled to welcome the Ayrshire community and all others with an interest in Ayrshires to beautiful Lake Raystown … Read More
‘Radical Transparency’ Can Build Consumer Trust
Speakers and panelists will encourage attendees to ‘open the barn doors’ and increase transparency to build consumer trust at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s annual Stakeholders Summit, to be held May 6-7, 2015 in Kansas City, MO. Early registration is now available for the 2015 edition of the Alliance’s showcase event, themed “The Journey to Extraordinary.” Attendees will first hear from … Read More