Source: Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture, James Mintert and Michael Langemeier Farmer sentiment drifted lower in December as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 9 points to 136. Although the barometer weakened somewhat in December compared to November, producers still...

Newborn dairy calves face significant challenges during winter as they transition from the warmth of the womb to colder external temperatures. Cold stress can negatively impact their health, growth, and overall wellbeing. A recent study investigated whether providing heated...

January 27, 2025, marks the opening of applications for the Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP), a federal initiative announced by the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. Backed by $13.5 million in funding, the program aims...

California is grappling with a significant outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, which has affected dairy cattle and poultry across the state. In response, State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has announced a statewide ban on dairy cattle and...

Financial counseling and benchmarking tools can provide valuable insights for farmers aiming to improve their operations. One way we do that at Compeer Financial is with our Financial Peer Report – a personalized financial report that also includes peer group...

The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced that 15 additional states have joined the National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS), bringing the total to 28 states within a month of the program's launch. These states represent...

How long do cows wait to be milked in a AMS? What factors influence how long cows wait to be milked? We look at the milking time behavior of cows in a guided- and free-flow AMS and discuss design...

Understanding Forage Quality and Feeding Programs Forage quality directly influences the effectiveness of feeding programs by determining how well the nutrient composition of feed meets animals' daily nutritional needs. However, forage quality can vary significantly, even within a single harvest,...

Dairy farmers across the Northeast can now apply for the Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant through the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC). With $950,000 in total funding, the grant program aims to enhance farm viability, economic sustainability,...

Source: Four Star Veterinary Service Why should a beef or dairy producer consider embryo transfer? Traditionally speaking, most producers have used bulls for reproduction services with their cows. The difficulty with using bulls for reproduction is that for half the...

The U.S. dairy industry has entered a historic growth phase, with domestic dairy product consumption reaching its highest levels in over 60 years and exports nearing record highs, according to a recent report by CoBank. This surge reflects a...

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program have introduced two new resources to aid dairy farmers and regulatory officials in managing the ongoing H5N1 outbreak. These tools aim to enhance disease detection...

Source: Dairy Farmer Cooperative news release Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative announced today its priorities for the next congressional session, focusing on rural workforce accessibility, trade and supply chain opportunities, the 2025 farm bill and climate and environmentally sustainable efforts. "At Edge,...

Kubota North America shared its ambitious vision for the future during a media briefing at CES 2025. The announcement highlighted a strategic focus on providing diverse powertrain options, seamless data integration, enhanced connectivity, and advanced automation across its entire...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern for both animal and human health. Dairy farms play a critical role in addressing this issue by adopting responsible antimicrobial use (AMU) practices. Monitoring and optimizing AMU not only helps prevent resistant...