This weekend, Wisconsin had its first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy herd in Dodge County, that was found by routine bulk tank monitoring by the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and in accordance with guidelines that are set up with the state veterinary and University of Wisconsin protocol, the herd was […]
Get the full story of Lynn Boadwine’s remarkable journey in transforming dairy farming in South Dakota. From starting Boadwine Farms in 1989 with just 42 cows to becoming a key pioneer who helped establish the South Dakota Dairy Producers in 2009, Lynn’s contributions have left an indelible mark on the industry. As a fourth-generation dairy
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NMPF wants to remind dairy farmers that there is just one week left to join the 2025 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. DMC helps protect farms from problems like changing markets, low milk prices, and rising costs for supplies. Sign Up by March 31Enrollment is open until next Monday, March 31, so don’t wait! How
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Stay ahead of the latest dairy industry updates with the January 2025 MilkLine Newsletter! This issue covers critical topics, including the importance of renewing your Wisconsin Livestock Premise Registration, insights into FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative’s 2025 Annual Meeting, and election results for cooperative leadership. Additionally, you’ll find an exclusive spotlight on Broker Farms’ 50-year legacy, an
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Are you looking for the latest insights into the dairy industry? The December 2024 MilkLine Newsletter is packed with critical updates, including the USDA’s upcoming vote on Federal Milk Marketing Orders, expert advice on dairy farm best practices, and details on FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative’s annual meeting. This issue also covers vital topics such as proper
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The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) team is in your corner. Our marketing experts listen to your priorities and advocate for what matters to you. Farmer-funded and farmer-led, you can trust your dairy checkoff organization to keep your best interest at heart. My colleagues and I are passionate about helping you tell your story. We
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FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative is pleased to welcome Jeff Ditzenberger as Director of Communications and Marketing. Raised on a dairy farm in southern Wisconsin, Ditzenberger has been involved in agriculture most of his life and has held various positions in agricultural sales and marketing throughout his career. He also is the founder of a non-profit
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USDA earlier this week released its final decision on modernizing its Federal Marketing Order (FMMO) program. The plan follows three years of efforts by NMPF and its member cooperatives, that included over 200 meetings, extensive analysis and discussions, and a record long 49 day Federal Order Hearing. “Much of what FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative advocated for
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Members of FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative can begin making reservations to attend their fall Member Appreciation Dinners, taking place across the cooperative’s seven-state membership territory during the months of November and December. The purpose of these dinner meetings are to show appreciation to members for being a part of the cooperative, as well as to provide
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At FarmFirst, we not only work for you as a voice for dairy policy, but we also strive to provide you with resources and tools that can help you directly on-farm in your operations. One subject we have heard that members would like additional information on is succession planning. Michelle Birschbach is the attorney that
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