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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it will establish a list of U.S. dairy companies interested in exporting to China. This to help comply with new Chinese government regulations relating to the importation of dairy products into China.
The 2013-2014 winter season is shaping up to be a rough one for much of the U.S., with the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicting below-normal temperatures and above-normal snowfall for much of the U.S.
Sutton Rucks Jr. of Milking R Dairy in Okeechobee County, Florida, was one of two dairy farmers featured in a Ram commercial extending the truck company’s “Year of the Farmer” campaign (Search for “ram” at the Dairy Good website to find and watch the commercial.). Rucks spoke in the commercial about his passion for the dairy industry.
“The Sky is the Limit” was the theme for the 2013 Vita Plus Dairy Summit. As Rod Martin, Vita Plus sales manager and a member of the dairy technical services team, pointed out, the sky certainly is the limiting factor for those in the dairy business. Whether it be rain, snow or sunshine, what comes from above impacts crops, markets and attitudes.
Dr. Neil Michael has built his career on improving dairy cow reproduction and nutrition, and in his new role as president of the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council, he looks forward to continuing the organization’s efforts to translate scientific research into applied solutions at the farm level.
The following individuals were among the finalists selected last year for the 40 Under 40 in Agriculture Awards. More than 200 individuals were nominated for the award, and the winners were chosen based on their leadership and commitment to advancing the cause to double food production by 2050.
We asked a few of the winners who have ties to the dairy industry to talk about their current work and their thoughts on global milk and food production at the start of 2014.
Our dairy decided to switch from three milking shifts to two in order to save on payroll costs. We knew the change would require some explanation. When one shift got wind of the change, they demanded a meeting with me and the herdsman. We agreed.
A fortunate start of life is a key factor for long-term productive success. Directly after birth, the newborn calf is challenged by the extra-uterine environment. The birth process can impair the calf’s adaptive capacity.
Without additional care, this impairment can have long-term consequences. Newborn calf care to support its adaptive capacity is therefore an essential element of herd health management.
Colostrum is undoubtedly one of the most important feeding practices for newborn calves. Sound, well-communicated protocols are often put into place to ensure successful passive transfer of immunity and a healthy start for the newborn calf.
But as time passes and changes are made to the employee team, protocols and attention to detail can fall through the cracks.
