The U.S. dairy industry may be poised for possible expansion. But there may be some factors that could hinder any ideas of this. Rusty Halvorson has the story. Shawn Hackett of Hackett Financial Advisors says there are some uncertainties – like the current avian influenza situation. “It’s now expanded into California, and we’ve had buyers get very fearful about future …
AVMA Anticipates No Dire Shortage of Veterinarians
A recent analysis of the drivers of supply and demand for veterinary services shows that the number of graduates from existing veterinary colleges is likely enough to meet demand through 2035. The conclusion comes after a study commissioned by the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA). The projections in this analysis do not justify a conclusion of overall excess capacity or a capacity …
USDA Invests in Dairy Industry
Last Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $11.04 million in funding to support dairy businesses and producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the announcement at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. The initiatives support small and mid-sized dairy businesses in the development, production, marketing, and distribution of dairy …
Innovations Discussed at World Dairy Expo
At the World Dairy Expo, dairy farmers and industry representatives gathered to discuss innovations in dairy, with a focus on increasing the use of dairy products in everyday items. Randy Roecker, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and member of the Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) board, spoke about recent efforts to boost dairy consumption through strategic partnerships and innovation. Roecker highlighted DMI’s …
World Dairy Expo Hi-lights Collegiate Judging Teams
The World Dairy Expo is underway this week in Madison, Wisconsin with various events taking place. And Mark Oppold reports that includes hi-lighting the collegiate judging teams. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
USDA Offers $58 Million for Organic Dairy Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) 2024, providing $58 million in marketing assistance to certified organic dairy producers. This program aims to help farmers expand their markets and boost the consumption of organic dairy products. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator, highlighted the USDA’s commitment to supporting organic dairies during …
Banks Urged to Stop Financing Livestock Production
More than 100 climate groups are pressuring JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and other private banks to stop financing global meat and dairy companies. Agriculture Dive Dot Com says the institutions’ lending activities undermine their environmental commitments. An open letter from groups led by Friends of the Earth to some of the world’s biggest banks calls for a halt on any new …
Dairy Price Forecasts
A look at dairy price forecasts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over this month’s USDA price forecasts for dairy categories, classes, and all-milk prices. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Hurricane Debby
(USDA/WASHINGTON, August 7, 2024) — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Debby, which continues its track up the East Coast. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to producers and …
USDA Proposes FMMO Updates
The USDA has released its proposed updates to the 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders. These come on the heels of a lengthy hearing which highlighted the needs of American dairymen. American Farm Bureau’s Chad Smith has more on the mixed results for farmers and ranchers. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: …