To be successful in growing demand for dairy, one factor is critical: maintaining and growing consumer confidence-for dairy products, for dairy farmers and the dairy industry. That’s why the dairy industry, through the leadership of the dairy checkoff, has launched an unprecedented industry-wide effort aimed at engaging consumers and building consumer confidence in dairy. Brad Bulla has more. Source: Dairy … Read More
Bradley Testifies On Manure
Dairy Farmers of America’s government and industry relations representative, Walter Bradley, testified before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy in support of H.R. 2997, the Superfund Common-Sense Act of 2011. This measure seeks to clarify that livestock manure should not be classified as a hazardous substance under nations’ Superfund laws. Congress created the … Read More
Butter Rises to the Top
As consumers continue to seek foods that are pure and simple, butter seems to be rising to the top. In its race against margarine, butter is winning — and even outpacing olive oil of late — as consumers seek pure, simple, flavor-rich ingredients. But butter seems to be gaining favor for people who still like to grease things up a … Read More
Farm Parody Song Goes Viral
A few weeks ago, we posted about young dairy farmers from Sussex who parodied the hit song “I’m Sexy and I know It.” This week, three brothers from a Kansas beef farm posted their version of the song, “I’m Farming and I Grow It.” Their singing and dancing has gone viral, and Fox and Friends interviewed the young men today. … Read More
Four Scholarship Winners Named
Congratulations to the four scholarship winners, sponsored by the Illinois Division of Midwest Dairy Association. Kalli Berning of Galena, Angela Hildebrandt of South Beloit, Michele Hoppman of Galena and Serena Lawfer of Kent are the 2012 scholarship recipients. Scholarships are awarded to students displaying leadership, work experience, academic performance, participation in activities and events, involvement in a dairy farm and … Read More
Cabot to Phase Out Vermont Reference
Cabot Creamery Cooperative is phasing out the reference to “Vermont” on its labels, because the milk it uses in it’s dairy foods doesn’t come solely from Vermont, but also from surrounding states. One old logo has “Cabot” stamped over a green outline of the state, with the word “Vermont” next to it. Another has the shape of Vermont under the … Read More
When Will Congress Pass a Farm Bill?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Will you buy E15 for your MY2001 or later car if it’s offered?” Our poll results: Nearly half, forty-nine percent, said Yes; twenty-nine percent said No; and twenty-two percent said it depends on price. Looks like consumers are in favor of having a choice at the pump, and are fans of ethanol! Our new … Read More
Forage Forum on Kernel Processing in Northeast
Here is another in our series of Pioneer Hi-Bred Forage Forum podcasts about the importance of proper kernel processing in different areas of the country. This interview focuses on the New York and New England with Pioneer dairy specialist Kevin Putnam. Kevin talks about the major benefits to dairy producers of proper kernel processing, the recommended parameters for settings, testing … Read More
Hamann Joins Diamond V
Congratulations to Dr. Julia Hamann, who has joined Diamond V as dairy marketing manager. Dr. Hamann will be responsible for executing dairy program marketing strategies to support Diamond V’s global dairy business. She will also be responsible for the development and execution of launch strategy to prepare the market and Diamond V distributors for the introduction of new dairy products. … Read More
Brown New Communications Specialist
Congratulations to Danielle Brown, the new Select Sires sales and marketing communications specialist. In this role, she will manage the writing and production of Select Sires’ customer newsletter, Selections; coordinate all press releases; and work closely with the sales and marketing team to promote Select Sires’ many programs and services. Brown, a native of Wisconsin, will be based at the … Read More