Tag: dairy
7 options for dairymen in a tight market
Seven things that dairy farmers and dairy experts say can help dairymen during this time of low milk prices.
Dairy farm business summaries identify benchmarks
Use the benchmark reports available in the Farm Business Summaries to identify strengths and opportunities in your dairy farm's cost structure.
Federal budget bill revamps MPP to help dairy farmers
Although the basic-level dairy margin protection (MPP) is expanded in the new budget bill, with low milk prices, we haven’t come anywhere close to the $5 margin protection being offered.
Milk haulers win case over an Oxford comma
A lawsuit between Oakhurst Dairy, owned by Dairy Farmers of America, and their drivers hinges on the Oxford comma. They have now settled for $5 million.
Facial recognition can help dairymen monitor herd
Dairymen can use facial recognition technology to improve feed management, health, and ultimately milk production.
What is the Federal Milk Marketing Order?
The Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system was established in the 1930s to aid farmers facing low milk prices.
California to consider joining the Federal Milk Marketing Order
California dairy producers are awaiting the USDA’s final proposal of a Federal Milk Marketing Order system for the state.
Ohio State dairy scientist honored by National Mastitis Council
The National Mastitis Council presented Ohio State University dairy scientist Joe Hogan with its Award of Excellence for Contribution to Mastitis Prevention and Control.
Ohio grazing conference focuses on soil health
One of the biggest problems farmers face around the world is soil degradation. It all comes back to how you manage your soils.
Having more processors in Pa. would boost dairy
An investment in additional dairy processing capacity in Pennsylvania could generate $34.7 million annually in combined revenue generation and cost savings.
