Tag: dairy
Shutdown? Not on farm of my youth
There was no "shutdown" — not in the U.S. government sense, anyway — on the southern Illinois dairy farm of Alan Guebert's youth.
Annual, biological rhythms govern milk production in cows
The amount and composition of milk produced by dairy cows appear to be more regulated by internal, annual biological rhythms than by environmental factors.
In tough times, dairy graziers group together
Dairy farmers at this year's grazing conference talked about the benefits of working together in groups, where financial information and performance is shared.
Ohio man works to build Kenya dairy industry
Dwight Roseler will spend the next few years traveling to Kenya to develop dairy feed rations and help provide training on improving cow health.
So you need to go talk to your lender…
A variety of factors are forcing lenders to be more critical of loan applications. Use these tips to help your lender as they review your loan application.
Sign up soon for Dairy Girl mentoring
The Dairy Girl Network is rolling out a national mentoring program, Inspire. Interested mentors or mentees should apply by Jan. 27.
Penn State to continue dairy webinars
The Penn State Extension Dairy Team's Dairy Management Monday webinars continue on the third Monday of each month.
National Dairy Board scholarship applications being accepted
Applications are being accepted for scholarships awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board.
Ohio’s prison farm closure more costly than first thought
A report from the Ohio Inspector General says that closing the new cattle and milking facilities actually cost taxpayers about $13 million, because of interest on state bonds.
Yes, there’s a reason for dairy farmers to party
2018 was a rough year for dairy farmers. That's why a group of them in northwestern Pennsylvania decided to end the year on a higher note and party.
