As gene editing technology advances, the possibility of genetically modified beef and dairy cattle is closer than ever. Where is the cattle industry now, and how do we ensure consumer and environmental safety as the technology becomes more widespread? A recent article in Frontiers of Agricultural Science and Engineering has reviewed the emerging developments in […]
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The Fond du Lac County Holstein Breeders, in coordination with the Wisconsin Holstein Association (WHA), hosted the annual Adult Holstein Convention at the Radisson Hotel & Convention Center in Fond du Lac. More than 150 Holstein breeders from across the state were in attendance for meetings, speakers and tours, and to receive recognition for outstanding […]
The American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) named Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) a Registry of Approved Continuing Education- (RACE) approved provider. RACE is one of the four key programs provided by AAVSB. The RACE program’s purpose is to develop and apply uniform standards related to providers and programs of continuing education (CE) […]
There’s been a lot of talk recently about meat alternatives, but dairy alternatives are also gaining popularity. And when it comes to dairy in Canada, given our quotas and high tariffs, the stakes are significantly higher. Dairy alternatives such as rice milk, soy milk, oat milk, almond milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, and even hemp milk are […]
This week, James Warden (25) and Arkadiusz Swiebodzinski (26) were allowed to walk free from court after being found guilty of invading a farm in Western Australia and stealing a calf. The pair pleaded not guilty to charges of stealing and aggravated burglary at the White Rocks farm near Brunswick, Western Australia in October 2018, […]
Opinion by Dr. Sylvain Charlebois The dairy industry is slowly being trampled by a wave of consumers who see it as one of many options, for a variety of reasons There’s been a lot of talks recently about meat alternatives but dairy alternatives are also becoming more popular. And when it comes to dairy in Canada, […]
To be “certified organic” farmers in the U.S. must follow rules spelled out in the USDA National Organic Program. By USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service Chillicothe, Missouri Like all the best con artists, Randy Constant was a charmer, hard not to like. Big hearted. Good listener. You’d never have guessed that the father of three, grandfather […]
U.S. Gain®, a leader in development, procurement and distribution of renewable natural gas (RNG) announces the purchase of anerobic digesters at two Wisconsin dairy farms, S&S Jerseyland Dairy LLC and Dallmann East River Dairy LLC, to expedite RNG development for the transportation and energy markets. U.S. Gain is currently coordinating installation of biogas clean-up equipment […]
“If every dairy farmer closed their farms tomorrow, would the world even know?” Allison Hooper, founder of Vermont Creamery, wonders. Judith Schad, founder of Indiana’s Capriole Goat Cheese, has similar concerns. “I don’t feel optimistic about farming or dairying generally right now,” she says. “Farmers, particularly dairy farmers, are disappearing.” Dairy farming has never been […]
The remark reverberated across the country, prompting calls for his resignation from farm groups, angry editorials and even criticism from his own party. Critics said Perdue’s “go big or get out” line played into existing fears that the Trump administration is more interested in helping large corporations than the little guys. Perdue later said he […]
Amid slumping dairy sales, farmers are moving onto other careers. One dairy farmer leaves the industry every week, new research finds. The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) — a levy board funded by farmers — surveyed major milk buyers to learn more about the industry. AHDB discovered there are around 8,820 dairy producers in […]
The Five Freedoms have been the basis of animal welfare since the 1960s. Learn about what they are and why they have endured, writes Melissa Elischer, Michigan State University Extension Concern about animal care and welfare is not a new topic for those who raise animals, but it continues to be of greater concern for […]
The American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) has accepted Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council’s (DCRC) submission for continuing education (CE) credits. Veterinarians can earn up to 14 Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) CEs for attending the DCRC Annual Meeting, Nov. 13-14, in Pittsburgh. This RACE approval is for the categories of: Medical and Non-Medical, […]
Cyberbullying by vegan activists is a growing source of stress for farmers and agricultural producers who already face significant mental health challenges linked to the job, a farmer and a psychologist working in the agriculture sector say. Farmer Mylene Begin, who co-owns Princy farm in Quebec’s Abitibi-Temiscamingue region, created an Instagram account a few years […]
Metabolic demands of the immune response to mastitis reduce glucose and amino acids available to support milk production, according to a review in Applied Animal Science Monetary losses from mastitis result from several factors: reduced milk production and quality; increased labor, veterinary costs, and drug use; discard of abnormal and antibiotic-laden milk; and premature culling […]
Five outstanding individuals are being honored with National Dairy Shrine’s Pioneer Award this year in recognition of their longtime service and contributions to the dairy cattle industry. The five join an elite group of industry leaders whose stories and portraits are part of Dairy Shrine’s National Dairy Hall of Fame and Museum in Fort Atkinson, […]
The RSPCA is investigating a British farm, after undercover footage which appears to show dairy cows and calves being force fed, punched and beaten was released by an animal rights group. The footage, taken on a farm in Buckinghamshire, appears to show workers beating and swearing at dairy cows. Later in the footage, workers appear […]
As I started my day this morning, I was some-what horrified upon reading the story of the farmer firing a gunshot at a vegan activist who was filming on his property. I’m a vegan. I have been for two years. Stories like this have become increasingly common with the rise of veganism. And it makes […]
“The white stuff is knackered,” pronounced dairy market analyst Chris Walkland, on the state of margins in the UK liquid milk market. “We need to grow the size of the cake,” added Mr Walkland, who is an advocate of increasing milk retail prices to raise farmgate returns for dairy farmers. Mr Walkland said that margins […]
VEGAN protesters stormed an ethical supermarket accusing it of “false advertising” for selling dairy products. HISBE in Brighton, East Sussex, prides itself on selling “thoughtfully sourced from small, local producers and brands that trade responsibly, fairly and sustainably”. HISBE, which stands for ‘How It Should Be’, works with farms who treat animals with care and respect, […]
The Klussendorf Association and McKown Fund are excited to announce the seven $1,500 scholarship recipients totaling $10,500 in awards. These scholarships are presented annually to students in their first, second, or third year at a two-year or four-year college or university in the United States or Canada majoring in dairy science, animal science, agri-business, or […]
A dairy owned by Hanford Rep. David Valadao and his family appears headed for the auction block, as creditors have taken control of the day-to-day operations and have begun selling off cattle and equipment to pay back more than $8 million in unpaid loans. In November, Rabobank sued Triple V Dairy in Fresno County Superior […]
Over 3,400 people have attended the annual summer event A group of Olds-area dairy farmers who developed an innovative consumer outreach program are this year’s winner of Award of Distinction for Communication from Alberta Farm Animal Care. “Six years ago the East Olds Dairy Farmers group, which is made up of several dairy farm families, […]
Le belle province hosted The 134th Annual General meeting of Holstein Canada. The 135th Annual General Meeting, was held in historic Quebec City, while a Show and Sale took place in Victoriaville. Three neighbouring areas along the picturesque St. Lawrence River were the setting for this year’s farm tours where Quebec’s passion for the Holstein […]
A steady stream of people filed into Kewaunee High School on Friday to honor, remember and celebrate the impact John Pagel and Steve Witcpalek had on the dairy industry and their community. As many as 5,000 people were expected between Friday’s visitation and prayer service and Saturday’s funeral for the two men is almost twice the 2,900 […]
Holstein Canada is pleased to announce that both a Certificate of Superior Accomplishment and a Certificate of Recognition will be presented at the Annual General Meeting in Quebec City, QC on April 14, 2018. Doug Blair of Cobble Hill, BC will receive the Certificate of Superior Accomplishment, while Jean Touchette of Sainte-Françoise-de-Lotbinière, QC will receive the Certificate […]
As the number of people choosing a diet free of animal-derived products continues to rise, the dairy farming industry is fighting back. For the duration of January, meat and dairy eaters were encouraged to go vegan – and with more options available in shops, it’s never been easier. Now, concerned dairy farmers are responding in […]
World Dairy Expo’s annual Friends of Expo Party was held on Monday, December 11, recognizing the efforts and contributions of WDE’s nearly 500 volunteers. The evening was highlighted with the presentation of the 2017 Friend of Expo Awards to longtime Expo supporters, Diane Morgenthaler, Dr. David Jeans, Rick Farris and Suzanne Lois, for their dedication […]
A mood of cautious optimism is creeping through the dairy industry in the run-up to Christmas, according to Shaughn Morgan, CEO of advocacy group Dairy Connect. “It’s taken around 18 months for producers to begin to recover from the price cut shocks delivered by the Murray Goulburn Co-operative and by Fonterra in April 2016 but […]
Newborn calves being taken from their mothers and cows being impregnated so they produce milk are part of the dairy industry too few Kiwis know about, SAFE says. The animal rights group is launching a campaign until the end of November to educate people who didn’t know about the realities of milk production, said spokeswoman […]
We are thrilled that the following personnel will make up the Judging Panel officiating at IDW 2018. For a full biography on each please click here https://internationaldairyweek.com.au/idw-2018/events/cattle-show/#ffs-tabbed-272. We look forward to welcoming each Judge to the showring from Monday 22 through to Thursday 25 January. All Breeds National Youth Show – Mr Brian Behnke, United States […]
Lincolnview siblings Haley and Jonathan Overholt have spent nearly 20 years of accumulated 4-H activity raising dairy cattle as projects for the Van Wert 4-H Fair shows. Haley, a senior this year at Lincolnview, is showing her Holstein, Willard, in this, her ninth year in 4-H. Jonathan, a sophomore, is showing his cow, Herman, this […]
Few Kiwis bother to apply for jobs on some dairy farms because the bar is set high, a dairy farmer says. Federated Farmers North Canterbury dairy chairman Michael Woodward said out of 40 people who apply for a job on his farm, only a handful will be New Zealanders. “Only a few will make it […]
Written by: Travis Senn,Ag-vocate | Award-Winning Filmmaker I have always been around dairy. Whether it was growing up on my parents’ small farm back in Wisconsin or working for a Florida dairy cooperative now, I have always had a rooting interest for dairy farmers. Through the years, I heard the usual complaints most dairy kids […]
The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) is excited to announce that House Bill (HB) 1238, passed the Senate unanimously last week and now heads to Governor Wolf for his signature. Thank you to Representative Mark Keller for his long-standing support of PVMA and our profession and his tireless efforts to get veterinary immunity passed. Representative […]
The Klussendorf Association and McKown Fund are excited to announce the seven $1,500 scholarship recipients for a total of $10,500. These scholarships are presented annually to students in their first, second, or third year at a two-year or four-year college or university in the United States or Canada majoring in dairy science, animal science, agri-business, […]
A Grand Rapids area mom’s Facebook rant about how her son was treated at a Lush store in Woodland Mall has gone viral. Leslie Van Houten Parrish, of Caledonia, said her teen son was shopping for a gift for his girlfriend when an employee allegedly asked him to leave the high-end beauty retailer known for […]
Holstein Association USA is currently seeking applications for adult representatives from Areas III and IV on the Junior Advisory Committee (JAC). The JAC serves as a sounding board for Junior members and advisors on Holstein youth programs. Applications must be submitted to Holstein Association USA by April 1st for consideration. The current adult representatives from Areas III […]
Market Shift Continues As Dairy Industry Struggles With Falling Prices Sales of nut-based milks and related products are increasing. Most Wisconsinites – and Americans – have a special place in their hearts and kitchens for dairy milk. But the last few years have seen a growth in popularity of milk alternatives such as almond milk, […]
From designer babies to engineered mosquitoes, advances in genome-editing technologies such as CRISPR–Cas9 have raised the possibility of tremendous scientific advances — and serious ethical concerns. In a preliminary 130-page report released on 30 September, the influential Nuffield Council on Bioethics in London announced that two applications of the technology demanded further attention: genome editing in human embryos […]
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