Dairy - General
USDA announced today it was extending the comment period for the draft environmental impact statement (EIS) on Roundup Ready alfalfa by 15 days to March 3.
Dairy producers in California’s Central Valley who have identified deficiencies in their nutrient management infrastructure or need other improvements can apply for funds to address those issues under the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP).
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Citizens’ Board voted unanimously yesterday to pull the permit of Excel Dairy, Thief River Falls, Minn.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Citizens’ Board voted unanimously yesterday to pull the permit of Excel Dairy, Thief River Falls, Minn. It is the first time MPCA has taken such an action against a dairy under its jurisdiction.
The Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Criminal Investigations announced today the arrest of two Hondurans for importing 170,000 of contaminated cheese worth more than $322,000.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s announcement today that $2 million will be made available to dairy, beef, poultry and swine producers to help cut energy-related production costs
White House plan highlights opportunities expected to foster innovation, revenue for dairy farms.
2015 U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards Program now accepting nominations
High-tech operations at Walt Moore’s dairy are not so much to coddle the cows as it is to make them better citizens of the planet.
A La Crosse, Wis., based health care network celebrated the completion of a $14 million project that uses cow manure to produce electricity in conjunction with the World Dairy Expo.
The new categories: Outstanding Achievement in Resource Stewardship and Outstanding Achievement in Community Partnerships.
Grazing and an on-farm cheese factory positions this California dairy for long-term sustainability.
Chief says Feb. 7 deadline makes it possible for more producers to apply.
Innovation, Choice and Trade - the Three Pillars for Ensuring a Food Secure World before 2050.
Energy use is a major cost for farms. Knowing where that money is going can be benefit to dairy producers.
There are risks associated with being too cautious and not adopting technology.
Nominations must be postmarked by July 11, 2014 for the $10,000 environmental stewardship award.
Because of extensive energy upgrades Glanbia made at its Twin Falls and Gooding processing plants, Idaho Power paid the dairy manufacturer more than $235,000 in incentives.
Eligible producers are encouraged to apply for assistance by Nov. 15, 2013.
The driving force behind Farm Smart is to develop an easy-to-use tool that gives an accurate estimate of a farm’s carbon footprint.
Dan DeGroot’s guiding principles are his cows, employees and sustainability of the family farm business.
Green Valley Dairy is known for its green practices of recycling water, repurposing manure nutrients, conserving energy and producing electricity with its three anaerobic digesters.
Four multi-generational families run three separate enterprises – a 1,600-cow dairy, a bottling plant and composting business.
Animal agriculture critics say dairy cows eat feed that could be fed to starving people. This CAST study debunks these myths.
The net return from an integrated energy approach could be $50 to $200 per cow per year.
New York officials say they’re granting $4.6 million to finish projects permanently protecting 2,200 acres of farmland in five counties.
Bob Giacomini and his four daughters are recognized for their commitment to conservation at their Northern California dairy and cheese-making operation.
Documentary shows how sustainable energy program is saving Vermont’s farms and environment.