Congress left town with a little unfinished business… in this case, without passing a new farm bill! The old one expired at the end of September, and for dairy, that means the expiration of the Milk Income Loss Contract … or MILC … Program. And that means that program reverts back to the original 1949 policy. In this edition of … Read More
Q3 Global Dairy Industry Report
Rabobank has published a new report looking at the global dairy industry in Q3 2012, particularly examining supply, demand and pricing developments in key markets around the world. In the report, authored by the bank’s Food & Agribusiness Research and Advisory (FAR) group, Rabobank says that the global dairy market appears headed for a period of renewed supply scarcity in … Read More
Morningstar May Be Sold
Dean Foods Co. is considering the sale of its Morningstar unit that produces milk products for retailers and restaurants. Dean hasn’t identified a buyer yet for the segment, which makes and sells ice cream mixes, coffee creamers and whipped toppings, Jamaison Schuler, a spokesman for the Dallas-based company, said in an e-mail today. Dean has struggled recently to boost profits … Read More
Anderson Joins SDSU Dairy Science Faculty
Jill Anderson joined the Dairy Science Department at South Dakota State University as Assistant Professor in Dairy Production. Anderson received her Bachelor’s in Animal Science from the University of Delaware and her Master’s in Animal Science in dairy cattle nutrition at South Dakota State University under the supervision of Distinguished Professor, David Schingoethe. In 2005, she was appointed as a … Read More
Fuel Prices Are Impacting Farms and Businesses
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Have high fuel prices had an impact on your farm/business?” Our poll results: Sixty-four percent said Yes, big impact on our budget; fourteen percent said Yes, minimal impact on our budget; twelve percent said No, not yet; and ten percent said No, don’t expect any. Our new ZimmPoll is now live and asks the … Read More
Accelerated Genetics Seeks Interns
Accelerated Genetics is seeking three 2013 summer interns in the areas of Communications, Genetics and Sales. Applications for these internships are due November 15, 2012. To apply for Accelerated Genetics’ internships, candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: hr@accelgen.comor Accelerated Genetics, Attn: Human Resources, E10890 Penny Lane, Baraboo, WI 53913. For questions, please call 1-800-451-9275. Marketing Communications Intern: … Read More
State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest Results
This year’s State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest was a big success thanks in part to the Midwest Dairy Association and SDSU Extension along with the many volunteers who helped organize and run the contest. Fifty youth from 13 South Dakota counties participated in the Youth In Action event held at the South Dakota State Fair on Sept. 2. Contestants evaluated … Read More
Cheese Waste Product Powers Utah State Dragster
A team of engineering students from Utah State University has set a new land speed record using a car that burns a new form of sustainable biofuel made from a waste product of the cheese manufacturing process. “How many people get to drive a car they helped build with fuel they created from a living microorganism?” asks USU undergrad biochemist … Read More
Jersey Award Applications Available
Nominations are sought for four awards to be presented at the Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc. in Amarillo, Texas, June 24 to 29, 2013. Any lifetime member of the AJCA can nominate qualified persons for these awards. Master Breeder Award. The Master Breeder Award is bestowed annually upon a living AJCA member, family, … Read More
Holstein Award Applications Available
Holstein Association USA offers several awards to recognize outstanding achievements of members and their work with Registered Holstein cattle. Applications for the Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder, Elite Breeder, and Distinguished Leadership Award are due to the Holstein Association USA office by February 28, 2013, and are available online. The Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder Award recognizes significant accomplishments of young Registered … Read More