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July 1, 2026 Progressive Dairy digital magazine

July 1, 2026

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Engaging in Excellence: Harvesting the future of dairy

June 24, 2026

The word “harvest” often goes hand in hand with the word “gather.” Over the past year, the Dairy Excellence Foundation has been focused on gathering future consumers, the next generation of dairy producers and industry partners around the table to offer creative programming that bolsters food literacy.

Producer Blog: On faith and certainty

June 26, 2026

Jayne Sebright

This time of year always reminds me of how closely faith and farming are intertwined. If you look across our valley, you can just start to see the corn and soybeans emerging from the ground. The next four months will mean the difference between a decent profit or a devastating loss for our farm operation.

Checkoff Watch: Strategic intelligence helps checkoff grow sales, build trust

June 17, 2026

Farmers rely on credible information to make decisions every day. The dairy checkoff follows the same approach so we can fulfill our mission of driving sales and building trust.

Healthy individuals = Successful farm businesses

We are all busy. But what is the real risk of not taking a break?

May 5, 2026

Bob Milligan and Sharon Danes

Have you come to the end of a long day and still felt guilty about not working harder and longer? Have you felt guilty about not spending more time with your family and friends but kept working? Have you worked long hours but wondered whether you were making any progress?

Top 3 farm employee complaints in 2026

Damaged or old equipment, unsafe facilities, co-workers’ behavior, team culture and unresponsive management personnel are among the top complaints from dairy farm employees.

June 26, 2026

James Christopher Hall

Across all our farms, employees submitted thousands of comments voicing their opinions about their jobs. I've analyzed and condensed that feedback data to uncover the three most common complaints. Find out what they are.

Create the next generation with more precise data from genomics

Genomic testing and its results can be used to create the ideal cow that fits well in your market.

April 9, 2026

Adrianne Trennepohl

If a herd chooses to genomic test, the benefit of the tool is the access to data that will assist you in making better breeding decisions.

Are your cows participating in milk harvest?

Research has shown that cows that actively participate in milk harvest have higher milking efficiency.

June 15, 2026

Paola Bacigalupo Sanguesa

Milk harvest is the interaction between cows, people and milking machines, and we control two-thirds of it. In this interaction, we must ensure that cows are fully participating, but what does that even mean? What does full participation entail?

Net zero by 2050: Are dairy processors ready to go?

A recent study shows the dairy industry is gaining momentum on net zero initiatives despite lacking a common roadmap to follow.

June 15, 2026

Hernan Tejeda, Zhao Ming, Xiaoli Etienne, and Andres Trujillo-Barrera

Cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is no longer just a regulatory checkbox for U.S. dairy processors. As customers, retailers, investors and consumers place increasing pressure on food companies to address emissions, dairy processors are becoming more actively engaged in carbon footprint reduction efforts.

3 Open Minutes with Geoff Dietz

June 24, 2026

Jenn Coyne

Progressive Dairy Editor Jenn Coyne connected with Geoff Dietz, senior director of federal government affairs with the Renewable Natural Gas Coalition, to learn more about how this alternative energy sector has evolved to its current state in the U.S. dairy industry.

Heat and sun safety on the farm

To minimize heat illness, move strenuous tasks to cooler parts of the day, use proper sun protection and stay hydrated.

June 4, 2026

Emily Krekelberg

Hot days and a blazing sun can be just as dangerous for the humans on the farm as it is for the livestock. There are many considerations for people to make while working out in the heat and sun, and they can make a big difference.

When and why to contract feed

Contracting feed helps dairy producers manage price volatility, secure supply during shortages and protect margins. Timing varies by commodity, but strategic contracting can reduce risk and improve profitability.

June 25, 2026

Les Lee

Trying to predict the low or the high in the commodity world is impossible and extremely risky. Taking a critical look at your operation and committing to the why will help you develop strategies to tackle the when part of the equation.

Do your best to limit inflammation

During the transition period, the goal is not to suppress the immune system or eliminate inflammation altogether, but to help cows avoid unnecessary activation of pathways that drain energy and compromise performance.

April 23, 2026

Becca Culbertson and Don Larson

Inflammation is not limited to obvious clinical cases; it’s a normal biological process that takes place every day in a cow. We should recognize it as part of the cow’s constant physiologic balancing act, and one that becomes especially delicate during the transition period.

Colostrum reconsidered: Smaller volume of higher-quality colostrum

More may be less when it comes to colostrum feedings, as newborn calves are not necessarily able to handle large volumes of colostrum. New research shows multiple, smaller feedings may actually be more beneficial.

June 23, 2026

Liz Cox

Newborn calves have physiological limits on how much colostrum they can effectively process at one time. Successful colostrum management is not just about feeding more but about feeding the right amount in a way the calf can utilize effectively.

New Gold Standards highlighted in panel at Dairy Calf and Heifer Conference

June 30, 2026

Jenna Hurty-Person

During the Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) Conference in Tucson, Arizona, April 7-9, a few members of the review committee participated in a panel discussion sharing their perspectives on the new fifth edition of DCHA’s Gold Standards.

Alliance Watch: Key takeaways for dairy producers from the 2026 Stakeholders Summit

The 2026 Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit reinforced that while the pressures facing farmers and ranchers continue to evolve, so do the opportunities. By staying proactive, transparent and engaged, dairy producers can continue building trust with consumers while strengthening the future of the dairy industry.

June 22, 2026

Grace Simpson

Consumers are prioritizing “real food” ingredients, meaning nutrient-dense, high-protein and gut-healthy, more than they have in years past. According to speakers at the 2026 Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit, these trends are creating both new opportunities and new responsibilities for animal agriculture.

Generations of dairy along the Mason-Dixon Line

Mason Dixon Farms in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, traces nine generations of dairy farming from colonial roots along the Mason-Dixon Line.

July 1, 2026

Audrey Schmitz

Mason Dixon Farms stands today as both a working dairy and a living record of American agricultural history, with its roots stretching back to the earliest years of the nation. Located on both sides of the Pennsylvania-Maryland line, the farm encompasses roughly 2,900 acres and milks 1,700 Holstein cows in a double-24 parallel parlor.

Grandpa’s Farm: Where Wisconsin agriculture’s past tells the story

Grandpa’s Farm puts Wisconsin agriculture back in your hands with more than 2,000 items featured in the museum.

June 29, 2026

Marian Viney

What began as a milk bottle search is now a museum of early milkers, butter churns, tools and distinctive Wisconsin agricultural pieces.

Made in America for American dairy farmers

June 29, 2026

Patryce Eldredge LeFevre

In celebrating 250 years of the United States of America, Progressive Dairy asked our advertisers that manufacture dairy equipment in the U.S. what Made in America means to them. Here’s what they had to say.

The Courage to Evolve: Fathers

July 1, 2026

Hank Wagner

In this article, I would like to highlight and appreciate fathers. My hope is not only to show respect for the many amazing dads out there but also to bring awareness to what I believe is one of the most important leadership roles on this planet.

New Hires: Joe Macedo

June 20, 2026

Meet Joe Macedo, southwest region sales manager for Alta Genetics.

Life on the Family Farm: Independence Day

July 1, 2026

Tom Heck

As I was out cutting hay recently, I was looking at the lush hay fields, the nice straight-rowed corn fields and the beautiful woods in the distance.

Progressive Publishing hires Lauren Wangsness as summer editorial intern

June 10, 2026

Progressive Publishing welcomes Lauren Wangsness as a summer editorial intern for Progressive Dairy. Wangsness will work on various video projects and support the editorial team throughout the summer.

The Milk House: A man of a certain age ponders

July 1, 2026

Ryan Dennis

It is estimated that $7 trillion dollars will be invested globally by 2030 into data centers. In the U.S., already home to many more facilities than any other country, the demand on the national energy grid will increase by 11%-12% in the next four years.

Just Dropping By: The Founding Fathers were Christian

July 1, 2026

Yevet Crandell Tenney

The Fourth of July is a time to stop and remember that our Founding Fathers were Christian; they came to this country for the very purpose of worshiping a Christian God and building a nation to honor Jesus Christ.

Looking back, thinking forward

July 1, 2026

Jenn Coyne

The development of the U.S. dairy industry over the course of 250 years is no doubt a gratifying one, as each step has led us to this progressive, innovative and abounding industry that we all know and cherish today.

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