https://www.agproud.com/rss en-us jenn@agproud.com Taking care of the cows, land and people. That statement and its variations are ones heard often across the dairy industry as producers work to establish sustainability practices that meet the needs of their farms and the ever-growing demand from consumers. Taking care of the cows, land and people. That statement and its variations are ones heard often across the dairy industry as producers work to establish sustainability practices that meet the needs of their farms and the ever-growing demand from consumers.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/63471 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/63471-brickstead-dairy-at-forefront-of-industry-progress 63471-coyne-63471E.jpg karen@agproud.com In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the first week of May 2026: The USDA puts Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into effect, GDT index back up 1.5%, and farmer sentiment declines amid input cost and availability concerns. In the news affecting a dairy producer's bottom line the first week of May 2026: The USDA puts Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into effect, GDT index back up 1.5%, and farmer sentiment declines amid input cost and availability concerns.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/63441 Thu, 07 May 2026 15:14:57 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/63441-economic-update-usda-puts-whole-milk-for-healthy-kids-act-into-effect audrey@agproud.com Sustainability and leadership are not separate challenges but are deeply connected. Across these stories, the message is consistent that the future of dairy will be shaped by those willing to learn, invest in people and make decisions with the next generation in mind. Sustainability and leadership are not separate challenges but are deeply connected. Across these stories, the message is consistent that the future of dairy will be shaped by those willing to learn, invest in people and make decisions with the next generation in mind.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/blogs/1/post/62776 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/blogs/1-progressive-dairy-from-the-editor/post/62776-passing-dairy-farms-forward jenn@agproud.com For nearly 18 months, Alberto Dairy has used worm beds to appropriately manage their manure, retain nutrients and reuse wastewater. For nearly 18 months, Alberto Dairy has used worm beds to appropriately manage their manure, retain nutrients and reuse wastewater.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62717 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62717-alberto-dairy-commits-to-sustainability-with-vermifiltration 62717-coyne-62717_A.jpg Farmers who came to the 2025 Dairy Sustainability Alliance Fall Meeting did not travel to hear theories. They wanted workable tools, proof points and honest dialogue about how sustainable practices can work for them and deliver a return on investment (ROI). Farmers who came to the 2025 Dairy Sustainability Alliance Fall Meeting did not travel to hear theories. They wanted workable tools, proof points and honest dialogue about how sustainable practices can work for them and deliver a return on investment (ROI).

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62638 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62638-progressive-events-farmers-see-industry-wide-alignment-at-dairy-sustainability-alliance-fall-meeting 62638-dmi-a.jpg courtneygraham@agrigrowthsolutions.com By adapting to new market trends and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)-driven efficiencies, dairy operations can increase profitability while reducing costs. By adapting to new market trends and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)-driven efficiencies, dairy operations can increase profitability while reducing costs.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62441 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62441-the-next-decade-of-dairy-unlocking-revenue-growth-through-innovation-and-ai 62441-graham-1.jpg karen@agproud.com In dairy-related news the final week of November 2025: the Senate passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, the EPA and Army Corps unveil WOTUS proposal, the USDA launches a website for New World screwworm, and dairy leaders share progress and priorities at sustainability meeting. In dairy-related news the final week of November 2025: the Senate passes Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, the EPA and Army Corps unveil WOTUS proposal, the USDA launches a website for New World screwworm, and dairy leaders share progress and priorities at sustainability meeting.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62547 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:48:34 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62547-weekly-digest-senate-passes-whole-milk-for-healthy-kids-act kimmi@agproud.com Construction continues at the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (Idaho CAFE), a University of Idaho-led facility in Rupert, Idaho, that will include the nation’s largest research dairy. Phase II is currently underway and includes construction of a commodity barn, a calving and research barn and a classroom building. Construction continues at the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (Idaho CAFE), a University of Idaho-led facility in Rupert, Idaho, that will include the nation’s largest research dairy. Phase II is currently underway and includes construction of a commodity barn, a calving and research barn and a classroom building.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62008 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62008-innovation-and-efficiency-considered-hallmarks-of-nations-largest-research-dairy-at-the-university-of-idaho 62008-devaney-20250507_UI_1046.jpg sureshraja@dal.ca In a field outside Truro, Nova Scotia, a Holstein flicks her tail in the sunlight. The barn is quiet. The air smells of hay, damp earth and purpose. Above her, far above, three satellites glide invisibly across the sky. Together, they are measuring something that cannot be seen or smelled but is at the heart of the future of Canadian agriculture: methane. In a field outside Truro, Nova Scotia, a Holstein flicks her tail in the sunlight. The barn is quiet. The air smells of hay, damp earth and purpose. Above her, far above, three satellites glide invisibly across the sky. Together, they are measuring something that cannot be seen or smelled but is at the heart of the future of Canadian agriculture: methane.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61979 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61979-dairyair-canada-methane-satellites-and-the-app-that-could-change-everything-for-canadian-dairy 61979-neethirajan-farm-emissions.jpg jenn@agproud.com Sure, carbon markets are volatile. Sure, the market is theoretically best suited for a large dairy farm, even those providing manure into a community digester. But that didn’t stop Michael Crinion of Ash Grove Dairy. Sure, carbon markets are volatile. Sure, the market is theoretically best suited for a large dairy farm, even those providing manure into a community digester. But that didn’t stop Michael Crinion of Ash Grove Dairy.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61889 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61889-ash-grove-dairy-finds-stability-in-renewable-natural-gas-market 61889-coyne-michael-crinion-cs-16.jpg karen@agproud.com In the news affecting dairy producers this fourth week of July 2025: A partnership has been formed to increase revenue opportunities for dairy farm sustainability practices, fluid milk sales in May remain lower than 2024, the U.S. dairy industry celebrates Julie Callahan nomination for chief agricultural negotiator, and World Dairy Expo announces its 2025 virtual farm tours. In the news affecting dairy producers this fourth week of July 2025: A partnership has been formed to increase revenue opportunities for dairy farm sustainability practices, fluid milk sales in May remain lower than 2024, the U.S. dairy industry celebrates Julie Callahan nomination for chief agricultural negotiator, and World Dairy Expo announces its 2025 virtual farm tours.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61888 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:52:19 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61888-weekly-digest-partnership-formed-to-increase-revenue-opportunities-for-dairy-farm-sustainability-practices jenn@agproud.com The Farmers for Sustainability Food (FSF) Sustainability Program was launched in 2024 to help Upper Midwest farmers determine what conservation practices are the most effective for their farms and provide resources to better track each farm’s environmental impact. The Farmers for Sustainability Food (FSF) Sustainability Program was launched in 2024 to help Upper Midwest farmers determine what conservation practices are the most effective for their farms and provide resources to better track each farm’s environmental impact.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61643 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61643-producers-share-results-from-inaugural-year-of-sustainability-program marc-antoine_guesthier@cargill.com In recent years, sustainability has become a crucial focus in various industries, including agriculture. Dairy farming has made significant strides toward more sustainable practices and more importantly toward understanding dairy production's environmental impacts. In recent years, sustainability has become a crucial focus in various industries, including agriculture. Dairy farming has made significant strides toward more sustainable practices and more importantly toward understanding dairy production's environmental impacts.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61517 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61517-dairy-cow-sustainability-a-path-to-a-greener-future 61517-guesthier-1.jpg lora@agproud.com Sustainable farming has never been more important. Not only can prioritizing sustainability be beneficial to the environment and public perception, but also to your long-term success and the bottom line. Read how three Ontario dairy producers are implementing sustainable measures on their farms. Sustainable farming has never been more important. Not only can prioritizing sustainability be beneficial to the environment and public perception, but also to your long-term success and the bottom line. Read how three Ontario dairy producers are implementing sustainable measures on their farms.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61205 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61205-progressive-events-innovation-and-sustainability-on-the-farm-a-partnership-for-the-future 61205-bender.jpg karen@agproud.com As the conversation around carbon continues to evolve, the Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) held the Carbon Conference 3.0 in Madison, Wisconsin, at the end of January to inform dairy producers and allied industry of current strategies to turn carbon challenges into business opportunities. As the conversation around carbon continues to evolve, the Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) held the Carbon Conference 3.0 in Madison, Wisconsin, at the end of January to inform dairy producers and allied industry of current strategies to turn carbon challenges into business opportunities.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61135 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:26:06 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61135-progressive-events-carbon-conference-30-highlights-the-evolution-of-carbon-markets 61135-lee-progressive-event-1.jpg semejiaturcios@alltech.com Everywhere we look, there is some activity, product, project, etc., attached to the word "sustainability." While some would think it's the overuse of a catchy word, it really makes you wonder if it's a marketing tool or if we're really contributing to sustainable agriculture. A fair question, to be honest. But the most important question is: What does sustainability mean? Everywhere we look, there is some activity, product, project, etc., attached to the word "sustainability." While some would think it's the overuse of a catchy word, it really makes you wonder if it's a marketing tool or if we're really contributing to sustainable agriculture. A fair question, to be honest. But the most important question is: What does sustainability mean?

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61062 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61062-the-importance-of-my-work-in-the-sustainability-of-the-dairy-industry sureshraja@dal.ca By combining satellite-based methane data with AI-driven insights, we empower producers to identify emission hotspots, implement best-fit solutions and verify their impact. By combining satellite-based methane data with AI-driven insights, we empower producers to identify emission hotspots, implement best-fit solutions and verify their impact.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60938 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60938-mapping-methane-from-the-sky-how-satellites-and-ai-are-transforming-dairys-path-to-net-zero 60938-neethirajan.coreylewis.jpg lori.captain@dairy.org Since the turn of the century, sustainability has been integrated into business strategies, giving birth to the triple bottom line – people, planet and profit. This has expanded how people think about sustainability. It is more than environment and includes economic and social or societal dimensions. Since the turn of the century, sustainability has been integrated into business strategies, giving birth to the triple bottom line – people, planet and profit. This has expanded how people think about sustainability. It is more than environment and includes economic and social or societal dimensions.   

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60770 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60770-triple-bottom-line-guides-dairy-sustainability-journey 60770-captain-plant1.jpg scott_fleming@rockriverlab.com Sustainability can go in many directions, but there’s a sense that all the directions eventually lead to the same destination. As we ring in yet another new year, it seems like an appropriate time to map out the buffet of sustainability. So grab a fresh plate and get in the line as we review the options. Sustainability can go in many directions, but there’s a sense that all the directions eventually lead to the same destination. As we ring in yet another new year, it seems like an appropriate time to map out the buffet of sustainability. So grab a fresh plate and get in the line as we review the options.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60890 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60890-the-buffet-of-sustainability 60890-fleming-grass-dixon.jpg PDP Carbon Conference 3.0 presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP), will bring together experts leading the charge in carbon market development, dairy processing, agricultural data and on-farm practices. PDP Carbon Conference 3.0 presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP), will bring together experts leading the charge in carbon market development, dairy processing, agricultural data and on-farm practices.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60835 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:29:34 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60835-carbon-conference-brings-together-pioneers-experts-to-outline-market-opportunities matti@agproud.com “Today we have a third of the number of cows we had in 1960, and we’re producing more milk,” said Christine Baes of the University of Guelph during her keynote presentation at the 2024 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council annual meeting. “That’s a pretty good sustainability story, but when you Google ‘sustainability and dairy cows,’ you see headlines about cow flatulence. Why is that?” “Today we have a third of the number of cows we had in 1960, and we’re producing more milk,” said Christine Baes of the University of Guelph during her keynote presentation at the 2024 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council annual meeting. “That’s a pretty good sustainability story, but when you Google ‘sustainability and dairy cows,’ you see headlines about cow flatulence. Why is that?”

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60695 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60695-changing-headlines-effort-by-canadian-dairy-industry-to-create-resilient-cows 60695-mcbride-5926-2.jpg jenn@agproud.com In a room filled with dairy producers, processors and customers, farmer Mitch Breunig looked around and announced, “I’m really impressed with how many people care about sustainability. … Everyone is this room is here because of the dairy cow, and improving the dairy cow is going to be the path to make this sustainability journey come together.” In a room filled with dairy producers, processors and customers, farmer Mitch Breunig looked around and announced, “I’m really impressed with how many people care about sustainability. … Everyone is this room is here because of the dairy cow, and improving the dairy cow is going to be the path to make this sustainability journey come together.” 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60734 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60734-progressive-events-us-dairy-sustainability-alliance-meeting-highlights-industry-efforts 60734-jcoyne-8169.jpg karen@agproud.com In the news this week: CARB approves Low Carbon Fuel Standard program updates, DFA plans to stop production at Indiana condensing plant in January, checkoff launches new conservation resource, and DCRC annual meeting addresses sustainable dairy cattle management practices. In the news this week: CARB approves Low Carbon Fuel Standard program updates, DFA plans to stop production at Indiana condensing plant in January, checkoff launches new conservation resource, and DCRC annual meeting addresses sustainable dairy cattle management practices.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60660 Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:05:22 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60660-weekly-digest-carb-approves-low-carbon-fuel-standard-program-updates Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) was on hand advocating for Canada’s farmers at the International Dairy Federation’s (IDF) World Dairy Summit in Paris, Oct. 15 -18. Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) was on hand advocating for Canada’s farmers at the International Dairy Federation’s (IDF) World Dairy Summit in Paris, Oct. 15 -18. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60544 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60544-dairy-farmers-of-canada-idf-world-summit-a-new-resource-for-dairy-producers-and-upcoming-events 60544-dfc-1.jpg gabriela.acetoze@adm.com Addressing dairy sustainability goals through a comprehensive and holistic approach and taking into consideration the entire operation as the active unit mitigating environmental impact is the ultimate way to ensure all initiatives fulfill the true definition of sustainability. Addressing dairy sustainability goals through a comprehensive and holistic approach and taking into consideration the entire operation as the active unit mitigating environmental impact is the ultimate way to ensure all initiatives fulfill the true definition of sustainability.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60421 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60421-the-necessity-for-a-whole-farm-approach-to-sustainability Dairy_overview_-_Getty.jpeg This is a very large modern Wisconsin dairy operation which houses thousands of cows. In the foreground is a fall corn field with a line of trees. The farm is surrounded with late season hay, middle right are two manure pits. The buildings include four barns connected to a green roof milking parlor. The background includes additional, buildings, fields and trees which meet a hazy horizon. A number of tractors, vehicles and implements are throughout the image. Shot from the open window of a small airplane....http://www.banksphotos.com/LightboxBanners/AgFarming.jpg...http://www.banksphotos.com/LightboxBanners/Aerial.jpg Over 450 dairy nutritionists, consultants and industry professionals from around the world gathered in East Syracuse, New York, Oct. 22-24, for the 86th annual Cornell Nutrition Conference. Over 450 dairy nutritionists, consultants and industry professionals from around the world gathered in East Syracuse, New York, Oct. 22-24, for the 86th annual Cornell Nutrition Conference.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60563 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:33:09 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60563-cornell-nutrition-conference-presents-the-latest-research-and-nutrition-insights 60563-cornell-tom-overton.jpg jenn@agproud.com Progressive Dairy Editor Jenn Coyne spoke with Jamie Leifker, president of Truterra, to learn more about industry efforts to support sustainable dairy farming practices and reach goals within the dairy supply chain. Progressive Dairy Editor Jenn Coyne spoke with Jamie Leifker, president of Truterra, to learn more about industry efforts to support sustainable dairy farming practices and reach goals within the dairy supply chain. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60403 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60403-3-open-minutes-with-jamie-leifker 3-open-minutes.png sureshraja@dal.ca In Canada, the dairy sector is a major source of agricultural methane, placing it squarely in the spotlight as the country races to meet Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) targets and Canada's net zero by 2050 commitment. However, the industry’s sluggish pace toward emission reductions raises serious doubts about achieving this goal. In Canada, the dairy sector is a major source of agricultural methane, placing it squarely in the spotlight as the country races to meet Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) targets and Canada's net zero by 2050 commitment. However, the industry’s sluggish pace toward emission reductions raises serious doubts about achieving this goal.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60398 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:59:29 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60398-canadas-dairy-industry-can-methane-reduction-targets-be-hit-by-2050 60398-neethirajan-cowtype.jpg For decades, the agricultural industry has been at the forefront of innovation, continually adapting to meet global demands and environmental challenges. For decades, the agricultural industry has been at the forefront of innovation, continually adapting to meet global demands and environmental challenges.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60325 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60325-harnessing-the-power-of-crop-residue 60325-hendrix-DC.jpg dave@agproud.com Here is a look at news impacting the bottom line of dairy operations in the third week of August 2024. Here is a look at news impacting the bottom line of dairy operations in the third week of August 2024.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60231 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:48:49 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60231-economic-update-september-2024-class-i-base-price-inches-higher-again