Angie Harmon is back with a second got milk? ad. The new ad copy states: “Crowd pleaser. My favorite fans always want to do what I’m doing. So when it comes to getting essential nutrients, I set the example by pouring one more serving of milk a day. One more for me. One more for them. There, everybody’s happy. Check … Read More
National SCC Drops
New results out show that the average somatic cell count (SCC) in the U.S. dairy herd has dropped. Each year, test-day data from all herds enrolled in Dairy Herd Improvement somatic cell count testing in the United States are examined to assess milk quality on a national basis. During 2010, the SCC in DHI herds averaged 228,000. This compares to … Read More
Low-fat or Whole?
Interesting research out of Australia. Kids who swap out regular dairy products for low-fat varieties consume less saturated fat but don’t seem to lose weight, according to Australian researchers. They found neither weight nor body mass index (BMI) had changed noticeably six months after children switched to low- or reduced-fat dairy products. Instead of trimming their waistlines, kids who slashed … Read More
DFA Touts Environmental Stewardship
On Earth Day last week, Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. (DFA) released the results of an internal assessment that helped the cooperative to determine its carbon footprint. “Whether it is in our plants, on the road or on member farms, we are working to ensure that DFA and our members’ legacies last for generations,” said David Darr, vice president of … Read More
Stand-Up for Chocolate Milk
There’s been a lot of press this month around school kids and chocolate milk. Many schools are considering taking the nutrient-dense offering from lunch lines. As a dairy farmer, you should take action to stand-up for chocolate milk. Share information with teachers, school nurses, principals, the cafeteria management and school board members; as well as other parents. Here are several … Read More
Justise Department Seeks Injunction
The Justice Department, at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, has filed a complaint for permanent injunction against Daniel L. Allgyer, owner of the Rainbow Acres Farm, in Kinzers, Pa., for distributing unpasteurized (or “raw”) milk for human consumption in interstate commerce. The complaint, filed on April 19, 2011, in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District … Read More
Are You Social Media Savvy
We know many of you are very involved in the use of social media. But apparently a big portion of our audience isn’t convinced. Are they right? Here’s what our latest ZimmPoll found out. A whopping majority of 61% chose Less than average in answer to the question, “How do farmers compare in social media use?” That’s followed by 27% … Read More
Dairy Grazing Conference to Help Cut Costs
Are you looking for ways to cut costs on your dairy? According to the University of Missouri Extension, using grass instead of grain or silage to grow replacement heifers is an overlooked option for saving money, enough to affect the profit margin. You can learn more about cutting costs for heifer development at the Dairy Grazing Conference, held July 6-8, … Read More
Dairy Research Institute Research
The Dairy Research Institute (DRI) has focused research on the connection between dairy consumption and healthy weight, including among children and adolescents. DRI, formed in 2010 under the leadership of dairy producers through Dairy Management Inc.™ (DMI), strengthens U.S. dairy’s access to and investment in technical research to drive innovation and grow sales in the United States and around the … Read More
CWT Export Update
Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) accepted nine requests for export assistance from Bongards Creamery, Dairy Farmers of America, and Foremost Farms to sell a total of 826 metric tons (2.152 million pounds) of Cheddar cheese to customers in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. The product will be delivered May through October. In 2011, CWT has assisted members in … Read More