Events

Water and prices hot topics at Idaho Potato Conference

tyrell@agproud.com — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

As it does every year, the Idaho Potato Conference, held in Pocatello Jan. 21-22, delivered vital educational opportunities for growers, agronomists and the allied industry. With the potato industry facing some of the highest supplies and lowest prices it has seen in years, wise producers are taking any opportunity to gain an edge in the coming year.

How did we get here? Idaho Water Users Association addresses ESPA water issue

cassidy@agproud.com — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

On June 10-11, the Idaho Water Users Association held its midyear meeting in Sun Valley, Idaho, where a key presentation addressed the contentious issue of the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer (ESPA).

Mickelsen outlines Idaho water issues, solutions

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

During a meeting of the City Club of Idaho Falls on May 16, Stephanie Mickelsen addressed Idaho’s water issues and how eastern Idaho farmers are working to better manage the resource.

Workshop educates local dairy producers on benefits of using genomic testing in herds

matti@agproud.com — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Dairy producers and industry representatives in the Magic Valley gathered at Mountain View Barn in Jerome Feb. 28 for a workshop to discuss genomic testing and potential economic advantages of implementing the practice.

U of I report finds Idaho ag enjoyed record 2023 sales of four top commodities

joconnell@uidaho.edu — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Idaho agriculture overcame a struggling dairy market to record a second consecutive year of stellar cash receipts in 2023, propelled by record values of four of the state’s major crops, according to a new University of Idaho economic report.

Key takeaways from the Big Idaho Potato Harvest Meeting

tyrell@agproud.com — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

On Nov. 15, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) hosted its annual Big Idaho Potato Harvest Meeting in Idaho Falls. The “state of the industry” meeting welcomed growers, packers and processors from across the state gathered to network and learn about how the larger industry affects their operations and vice versa.

Common ground: EPA and farmers

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

“I think they took away with them an understanding of how much we value every drop of water. Runoff risk is a major concern of the EPA and the ability of Idaho producers to utilize every drop of water via ponds, irrigation systems [drip irrigation], tailwater collection and recovery systems, or other methods, seemed to fascinate the EPA representatives.”

Progressive Events: Crowd attends Adieu Farms open house

lora@agproud.com — Wed, 04 May 2022 06:42:35 -0400

The sun was shining on March 17 when Stacy, Val, Murrel and Wilma Frey welcomed more than 1,200 people to their new dairy facility in Waterloo, Ontario.

Get ready to log in to Virtual CDX 2021

karen@agproud.com — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:00:01 -0400

This year’s Canadian Dairy XPO (CDX) will look a little different, but its goals remain the same: to bring the dairy industry together and introduce the latest innovations.

Slideshow: BC Dairy Expo farm tours January 2020

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:29:17 -0500

Six different farms were showcased this winter on the BC Dairy Expo Farm Tours. The event took place on a rainy Jan. 29, but that didn’t stop many people from visiting each location. Progressive Dairy Editor Karen Lee captured photos at several of the farms, including: Gordon Peterson’s farm, Agassiz; Holberg Farm, Agassiz; Mountain Shadow Acres, Rosedale; and Wenlay Dairy Farm, Chilliwack. Additional stops included Jalyn Farms in Rosedale, as well as Cordine Farms in Agassiz where the visit focused on silage management with technical experts on hand to talk about best management practices. Click on the slideshow below to see photos of each farm. Photos by Karen Lee.

BC Dairy Expo seminar and tours happening later this month

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 14:00:01 -0500

The BC Dairy Expo will once again kick off the Pacific Agriculture Show. On Jan. 29, six local farms will be open for visitors to stop in throughout the day. Then, on Jan. 30, the BC Dairy Expo Seminar will take place in the BMO Room at the Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

Slideshow: Progressive Dairy Operators tour eastern Ontario and western Quebec

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 21:23:07 -0400

From Aug. 20-23, members of Progressive Dairy Operators (PDO) toured dairy farms and other agricultural businesses in eastern Ontario and western Quebec to gather new ideas to bring back to their dairy operations.

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show returns for 26th year

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 13:00:01 -0400

This year’s edition of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, the largest farm show in eastern Canada, will feature multiple field demonstrations, speakers and over 750 exhibitors.

Slideshow: Scenes from Canadian breed associations’ annual general meetings

Fri, 31 May 2019 16:00:18 -0400

View this slideshow to see the highlights from annual general meetings hosted this past spring for Holstein Canada, Jersey Canada, Canadian Brown Swiss & Braunvieh Association, the Société des éleveurs de bovins canadiens and Ayrshire Breeders Association of Canada.

Progressive Events: Hoof Health Conference gathers trimmers, experts from around the world

peggy@upleveldairy.com — Fri, 31 May 2019 13:00:01 -0400

Hoof trimmers from across the country and around the world took a break from their chutes in order to enrich their minds and hone their skills at the 2019 Hoof Health Conference, held Feb. 21-23 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Progressive Events: WestGen celebrates 75 years of business in Canada

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 13:00:01 -0400

WestGen recently celebrated 75 years in business at the company’s annual general meeting held in Abbotsford, British Columbia, on March 19-20.

BC Dairy Expo continues its tradition of farm tours, seminar

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:00:01 -0500

The Pacific Agriculture Show on Jan. 24-26 at the Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, British Columbia, is also home to the B.C. Dairy Expo seminar and farm tours.

Slideshow: Scenes from the Royal 2018

lora@agproud.com — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 19:46:06 -0500

Every November, when the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is held in Toronto, Ontario, it’s like Christmas comes early for dairy enthusiasts. It is a great opportunity to see some of North America’s best dairy cows and celebrate the agriculture industry with the public. The 10-day event welcomes more than 30,000 people, which includes visitors from all over the world.

Preview Outdoor Farm Show: Dairy offering at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show features new robotic milking systems

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 13:00:01 -0400

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2018 will be hosting a variety of dairy-specific exhibitors, demonstrations and events for producers to see the latest technology and innovation in action.

Preview World Dairy Expo: Don’t miss out on these perks for international visitors

peggy@upleveldairy.com — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 13:00:01 -0400

Those traveling to World Dairy Expo from outside the U.S. can look forward to enjoying a few extra benefits during their time on the grounds in Madison, Wisconsin.

Progressive Events: Russian dairy farmers, processors bring motor rally to Canada

lora@agproud.com — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 13:00:01 -0400

A colourful 20-car convoy toured Ontario and Quebec from July 14 to 21. The Russian VII annual Motor Rally “Way to milk!” car tour drove more than 1,200 kilometres, and the group included more than 50 dairy farmers, processors, industry suppliers and media.

Progressive Events: Canadian Dairy XPO continues to offer more in 2018

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:55:54 -0500

The Canadian Dairy XPO (CDX) to be held April 4-5 in Stratford, Ontario, continues to offer the latest in international technology, equipment, education and innovation. This year, CDX is offering several new features. Read on to learn all about them.

BC Dairy Expo features crops and manure management, celebrates 50 years of farm tours

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 19:15:46 -0500

The 2018 B.C. Dairy Expo will once again be held in conjunction with the Pacific Agriculture Show on Jan. 25-27 at the Tradex – Trade and Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

Slideshow: PDO tours U.S. farms for a second time

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 22:19:20 -0500

On Oct. 17-19, the Progressive Dairy Operators set out on a second trip to farms and businesses in Michigan and Indiana. The group took buses on a similar tour in August and the popularity of the trip led to plans for a second visit for the members that ended up on the waiting list.

Slideshow: Progressive Dairy Operators tour farms in Michigan and Indiana

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 16:09:23 -0400

In late August, more than 100 members of Progressive Dairy Operators (PDO) filled two coach buses and departed across the Great Lakes to tour farms in Michigan and Indiana. Stops included:

Slideshow: Breakfast attracts nearly 700 people to Alberta dairy farm

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 17:52:14 -0400

On Saturday morning, June 24, a hot and healthy breakfast was ready at Boom Holsteins, east of Olds, Alberta.

Dairy farmers learn more about lameness at on-farm animal care workshops

peggy@upleveldairy.com — Tue, 02 May 2017 21:18:39 -0400

More than 175 dairy producers and service providers spent time learning about hoof health and lameness prevention on two Manitoba dairies on March 20 and 21.

Canadian Dairy XPO returns this April

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 22:16:51 -0500

Record crowds are expected for the fifth annual Canadian Dairy XPO (CDX), held at the Stratford Rotary Complex Wednesday, April 5, and Thursday, April 6, 2017.

Dairy producers from across Ontario attend the 2017 Dairy Symposium

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:51:33 -0500

Last month Grand Valley Fortifiers had the privilege of hosting 425 farmers from across Ontario at their 11th biannual Dairy Symposium.

B.C. Dairy Expo features farm tours, seminars and hoof trimming demonstration

karen@agproud.com — Fri, 30 Dec 2016 14:00:01 -0500

The 49th annual B.C. Dairy Expo will take place in conjunction with the Pacific Agriculture Show on Jan. 26-27 at the Tradex – Trade and Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, British Columbia.