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Month: January 2017

January 31, 2017February 2, 2017 Randy

I can’t control the President, but there are 3 things I can control……

From BLOG  by Eliza Ruzic MEAL MAKING MOMMY Feeding my family, Feeding cows, Feeding the world Over the past six months I feel like all I ever see on social

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Kleefisch pledges support to Wis. dairy | Morning Ag Clips

MADISON, Wis. — If Wisconsin is to remain known for dairy farming and food, state government must provide farmers with tools for success, Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch told hundreds of

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January 31, 2017 Randy

A small herd with big dreams – Dairy Star – Sauk Centre, MN

A collection of daily dairy news updates and articles from the Dairy Star newspaper. Source: A small herd with big dreams – Dairy Star – Sauk Centre, MN

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January 31, 2017 Randy

2017 Wisconsin Holstein Convention Registration and Program

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Study shows how plants fight off disease | Morning Ag Clips

BRISBANE, Australia — A University of Queensland-led study has highlighted the minute details of how the plant’s immune system leads to its ability to resist disease. UQ School of Chemistry

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January 31, 2017 Randy

National dairy awards | Morning Ag Clips

NOVI, Mich. — Twelve MMPA members were awarded National Dairy Quality Awards, including 50 percent of all gold awards. These MMPA members were among 44 nationally recognized farms in the

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Farm Bureau celebrates agriculture during ‘Thank a Farmer Week’ – BuffaloReflex.com: News

Dallas County Farm Bureau joins with Missouri Farm Bureau and county farm bureaus throughout the state to salute agriculture during Celebrate Agriculture: Thank a Farmer Week from Feb. 5-11. Source:

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Marathon County couple OYF winners

Sam and Jennifer Zimmerman aim to continue family farming legacy Source: Marathon County couple OYF winners

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Tax on Mexican imports to pay for Trump wall could hurt US farmers | 2017-01-26 | Agri-Pulse

WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2017 – The Trump administration is considering a 20 percent tax on Mexican imports to finance a border wall and that has U.S. farm groups worrying about

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Missouri Holstein cow produces nearly 24 gallons of milk per day – MarshfieldMail.com: Neighbors

Missouri Holstein Dezi is a moo-ver and a milker. The Lawrence County cow outperforms most of her regional counterparts, producing just short of three times as much milk per day,

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Upbringing, passion help Penns Manor student excel at agricultural pursuits – Kenwood, PA – January 31, 2017

HEILWOOD — As agricultural education diversifies and reaches students with broader interests than keeping acreage and livestock in production, a Penns Manor High School senior has reached for the st

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Wheat Prices Close 6¢ Higher Tuesday | Successful Farming

The dollar supported the markets trading weaker. Source: Wheat Prices Close 6¢ Higher Tuesday | Successful Farming

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Farm Bureau honors Silverton’s Bob Dettwyler

Blue Line Farms operator given the Distinguished Service Award. Source: Farm Bureau honors Silverton’s Bob Dettwyler

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Saudi businessman’s cows being loaded on ship for China as approval pending | Stuff.co.nz

4500 dairy cows bound for China are being loaded on Saudi businessman’s ship, but are awaiting official approval. Source: Saudi businessman’s cows being loaded on ship for China as approval

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January 31, 2017 Randy

The Farm Incubator Helping Migrants Save Struggling American Farms

Viva farms is a “farm incubator” dedicated to helping revive small farms in America by spotting migrant entrepreneurs the resources they need to get going. Source: The Farm Incubator Helping

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Peninsula Pride:Farms: Conservation efforts can work

Conservation issues are for everyone, not just large farms Source: Peninsula Pride:Farms: Conservation efforts can work

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Camille Lambert: Meredith Farms crop wins are victories for Henderson County

The Cooperative Extension Service conducts a statewide corn, soybean and wheat yield contest each year. Source: Camille Lambert: Meredith Farms crop wins are victories for Henderson County

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January 31, 2017 Randy

U.S. Dairy companies push back against Canada’s protectionist policies | Agweek

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. dairy industry this week continued to push back against Canada’s protectionist policies that are effectively blocking American dairy imports into the country in violation of international

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Managing a Dairy in Crisis: A Lender’s Guide | The National Law Review

Managing a failing dairy is always a challenge for agricultural lenders. The complexity of large dairies, the nature of the collateral (live animals and perishable feeds), and the tight margins

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Dairy prices continue to weaken – – Capital Press

Dairy prices continued to weaken the fourth week of the New Year. Cash block cheese fell to $1.64 per pound last Tuesday, the lowest price since October 2016, but regained

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Impact of Adaptation of SAA on Milk Market to be Assessed – The Cattle Site

BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA – Producers and processors of milk met with Minister of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations Mirko Sarovic to try to find a common solution to the negative

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Mixed Response From Ag Industry as US Gets Withdrawn from TPP – The Cattle Site

US – US President Donald Trump has signed an executive action to pull out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. The move by Mr Trump has been met with mixed

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January 31, 2017 Randy

NMPF Lauds New House Bill Calling for Enforcement of Dairy Labeling Standards

ARLINGTON, VA – The National Milk Producers Federation today endorsed new legislation introduced in the House of Representatives that would prompt the enforcement of dairy labeling terms, which are increasingly

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January 31, 2017 Randy

WHA January e-Newsletter

In This Issue From the Editor Adult Convention to Feature Farm Transition Specialist WI Spring Showcase  Member Renewals Due May 1 Convention Hosts Needed Website Development Quick Links Calendar of

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Second Annual Dairy Girl Networking Event Scheduled at PA Dairy Summit

State College, Pa., January 31, 2017 – Dairywomen are invited to the second annual Dairy Girl Networking Event scheduled at the PA Dairy Summit. Dairy girls will meet on Wed.,

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January 31, 2017 Randy

The New York News FEBRUARY 2017

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Matching Grants Offer Funds to Promote Missouri Farmers’ Markets

(JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Missouri is home to nearly 300 farmers’ markets that provide venues for agricultural producers to sell their products directly to consumers. Missouri’s farmers’ markets range from

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January 31, 2017 Randy

National Dairy Board Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

 ROSEMONT, Ill. – Applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and dairy importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB). NDB

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January 31, 2017 Randy

CWT Assists with 2.1 Million Pounds of Cheese and Butter Export Sales

ARLINGTON, VA – Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) has accepted 13 requests for export assistance from Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association, Inc., Michigan Milk Producers Association and Northwest Dairy

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January 31, 2017February 2, 2017 Randy

California Awards Banquet Pictures

Junior Awards National Convention Participants presented by Kirsten Areas 2016 National Holstein Convention Junior Dairy Bowl Champions Captain Hayley Fernandes, Jacob Fernandes, Abbi Prims, & Kylie Konyn  2016 National Holstein

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Arla to invest £37.5m in British dairy industry, increasing annual expenditure in the UK by 50pc

European dairy giant Arla Foods, which is behind products including Cravendale milk and Skyr yogurt, plans to invest £37. Source: Arla to invest £37.5m in British dairy industry, increasing annual

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Arizona Dairy Farmers Among Group Accusing Canada Of Unfair Trade | KJZZ

A letter Monday from several U.S. dairy farmers, including a group from Arizona, accused Canada of unfair trade practices. The United Dairymen of Arizona is one of the groups pushing

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Strathroy not ruling out a Southern dairy – FarmIreland.ie

Strathroy Dairy has not ruled out establishing a processing centre in the Republic should a ‘hard Brexit’ pose difficulties for the business. Source: Strathroy not ruling out a Southern dairy

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January 31, 2017 Randy

Dairy scientist awarded AM | Country News

Internationally acclaimed dairy nutrition research scientist and biochemist Dr Peter Parodi has been awarded an Order of Australia for more than 60 years of service to the dairy industry and

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January 31, 2017 Randy

New national classification manager for Holstein Canada

Brad Eggink finding ways to stay in the industry he loves Source: New national classification manager for Holstein Canada

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January 30, 2017 Randy

Mexican workers allege Escalon dairy owners underpaid them and provided substandard housing | The Sacramento Bee

[email protected] BY ANDY FURILLO [email protected] Two undocumented Mexican immigrants are seeking to obtain class-action status in a lawsuit they have filed against an Escalon dairy that they say cheated them

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January 30, 2017 Randy

Washington County farms honored with statewide ‘Century Farm’ designation | Local News | heraldmailmedia.com

SHARPSBURG — The honor has been a long time in the making for Scot Poffenberger as he sits at his kitchen table with his mom and looks at the brightly.

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January 30, 2017 Randy

Future of farming depends on families, technology | Cape Gazette

by Maddy Lauria January 30, 2017 Family farms, like the Century Farm in Milton owned and operated by Cheryl and Harry Joseph, are what keeps Delaware’s agriculture industry going strong,

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January 30, 2017May 17, 2017 Randy

These cows are having their daily steps monitored with their own Fitbits

These cows are having their daily steps monitored with their own Fitbits It’s part of a research project to see if cows that are out-wintered have easier births and more

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January 30, 2017May 6, 2017 Randy

U.S. Dairy Companies Push Back Against Canada’s Protectionist Policies

U.S. Dairy Companies Push Back Against Canada’s Protectionist Policies Group Urges U.S. Governors to Aid in Preserving Export Markets and ‘Consider All Tools at Their Disposal’ WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S.

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