Ultra-Filtered Milk and Ethanol Exports Higher

The Agribusiness Update
Land O’Lakes is investing in its Tulare, California, dairy processing facility to enable production of ultra-filtered milk, and U.S. ethanol exports rebounded in May, up 11% from April to 189.7 million gallons as demand grew in key international markets.

H-2A Program Growth Renews Labor Reform Conversation

Southeast Regional Ag News
As use of the H-2A guest worker program climbs, proposed legislation aims to modernize rules that have remained largely unchanged for nearly 40 years.

Dairy Export Expansion Strategy

Line on Agriculture
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is looking to expand and diversify its dairy export strategy through Project Diversify, a data-driven initiative that simplifies complex export market information into actionable insights for exporters.

Heat stress in cows

Idaho Ag Today
Heat Stress Management in Dairy Cattle Helps Protect the Bottom Line.

AI and cow health

Idaho Ag Today
Technology can save time and labor, but “good data” is the key

Consider data quality and quantity when choosing your technology partner.

Northwest Cherry Harvest and Senate Farm Bill Proposal

The Agribusiness Update
The Northwest cherry season has entered its peak shipping window, with volumes now at their highest levels of the year, and a new Senate farm bill proposal could face an uphill battle after reports indicated it does NOT include a delay in planned changes to SNAP funding.

Summer Break-Hungry Kids and Senate Farm Bill Proposal

The Agribusiness Update
Summer break can leave some Florida children without access to regular, healthy meals, and a new Senate farm bill proposal could face an uphill battle after reports indicated it does NOT include a delay in planned changes to SNAP funding.

Study Identifies Key Support Needs for Women in Agriculture

California Ag Today
American Farm Bureau Federation research finds strong interest in skills development, business training, and leadership opportunities.

Plastic Film Mulch Recycled and USMCA Worries

The Agribusiness Update
Nearly a billion pounds of plastic film mulch is used in American agriculture each year, and most of it dumped into landfills, and farm and food industry leaders tell members of House Ag Committee that renewing the USMCA is critical to the future of American agriculture and rural communities.

Great American Cotton Plan and USMCA Worries

The Agribusiness Update
The USDA announced the Great American Cotton Plan, and farm and food industry leaders tell members of House Ag Committee that renewing the USMCA is critical to the future of American agriculture and rural communities.

Startup Program Looks for New Ways to Use Dairy

California Ag Today
Applications are open through July 24 for entrepreneurs looking to turn dairy-based ideas into successful products.

Do Good with Dairy

California Ag Today
California dairy families are matching donations during National Dairy Month to help provide milk to Californians facing food insecurity.

A New Roadmap for Understanding H5N1

California Ag Today
Researchers compile what science knows and where future work is needed.

Legislation Targets Major Meatpackers and National Cheese Day

The Agribusiness Update
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced legislation aimed at lowering grocery prices by increasing competition within the meatpacking industry, and the dairy checkoff is using today, National Cheese Day to promote cheese as a high-protein snack option.

Beef on Dairy Growing Quickly

Line on Agriculture
The practice of beef on dairy is growing in the industry, with beef sires being used on dairy cows to produce beef calves. This approach enhances feedlot performance and meat quality compared to traditional dairy cattle

Dairy Trade Doing Well

Line on Agriculture
The US dairy industry is not experiencing the trade challenges that other segments of agriculture are.

California Dairies Watch Safety Net Debate

California Ag Today
Industry leaders say the Dairy Margin Coverage Program may need updates for today’s costs.

Cow Comfort Leads to Better Returns

Farm of the Future
This Georgia dairy says investments in cow comfort have been critical to the success of their creamery and the quality of their milk.

Why Do Farm Tours?

Farm of the Future
Agritourism efforts can help promote long-term sustainability of the agricultural industry.

Consumer Outreach Boosts Trust in Dairy

Farm of the Future
Giving consumers a firsthand look at modern dairy farming has helped Mountain Fresh Creamery rebuild consumer confidence.