Latest Dairy News

• Potato Leafhoppers Found in South Dakota Alfalfa
  
  06/18/2013
  Fields should be scouted every week following the first cutting of alfalfa.
• Sushi Aid in $1 Trillion Farm Bill Angers Watchdogs
  
  06/18/2013
  Tucked deep in the 1,198-page U.S. House farm bill is an initiative to guarantee prices for sushi rice. So too is insurance for alfalfa and a marketing plan for Christmas trees.
• Managing for Mastitis in Dairy Housing Systems
  
  06/18/2013
  University of Kentucky dairy scientist is leading efforts to measure the incidences of mastitis in a relatively new housing system that is gaining popularity among producers.
• Pork Producers Hope to Break Down Trade Barriers
  
  06/18/2013
  As pork producers gear up for another volatile year, it’s opening new trade doors that remains a top concern for leaders in the pork industry.
• The House Dairy Debate
  
  06/17/2013
  Dairy’s controversial market stabilization program comes under the spotlight this week.
• Soybeans 85% Planted, USDA Says
  
  06/17/2013
  Soybean planting is getting close to being back on track. Also, see the first round of soybean crop condition reports.
• Corn Planting Comes to a Close
  
  06/17/2013
  Check out this week’s round of crop condition ratings. More than 30% remains in fair, poor or very poor condition.
• Dairy Week in Review: 6-14-13
  
  06/17/2013
  Stewart-Peterson's Bob Devenport reports on dairy prices' recent struggles.
• Corn Prices Continues to Stem Beef Cattle Market
  
  06/17/2013
  Even with USDA's higher forecast of 2013 beef production, lower expected corn yields and higher prices continue to stem growth in the U.S. beef herd.
• New Dairy Heifer Synchronization Protocol Sheet
  
  06/17/2013
  Updated protocols optimize breeding performance.
• How Does USDA Compile Crop Progress Reports?
  
  06/17/2013
  The survey is sent to about 4,000 people each week.
• AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-14-13
  
  06/14/2013
  Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says there was a lot of negativity with the easing of cheese prices. USDA increased milk production estimate for 2014. Class III is expected to average $17.50 next year.
• School Milk Follies
  
  06/14/2013
  Loss of flavored milk in schools equals more calories, higher costs.
• Emergency Straw Diets Can Work in Late Lactation
  
  06/14/2013
  Emergency rations can work, at least temporarily, until new crop feed can be harvested or purchased.
• Be Smart When Choosing Yogurt
  
  06/14/2013
  Everyone knows yogurt is nutritious, especially if it’s made from low-fat or fat-free milk and fortified with vitamin D but many yogurt choices are high in added sugar.
• Alfalfa Growers Scouting for Potato Leafhopper
  
  06/14/2013
  The potato leafhopper can cause significant economic losses for alfalfa growers by reducing yields and quality.
• Celebrate “June Dairy Month”
  
  06/14/2013
  Milk, cheese, yogurt and more – dairy farmers provide consumers with an abundant selection of healthy, safe and nutritious food.
• Precision Dairy Farming – Is It for You? (Part II)
  
  06/13/2013
  Using a partial budget to analyze the adoption of technology.
• Dairy Today Report: Immigration Reform
  
  06/13/2013
  Our partners at AgDay report on the controversial legislation now being debated.
• Beef Checkoff Studies Consumer Demands
  
  06/13/2013
  Price, food safety and product quality are the most important factors the beef industry should focus on to increase beef demand.