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Virginia beef group names new top director
DALEVILLE, Va. — Changes have come to the Virginia Beef Council in the past year as the agency has moved into its own industry niche. The most visible part of the change so far is having its own executive director.Stephanie Weiss, a Pittsylvania...
read moreAt workshop, Pa. Extension charts dairy’s past, future
HERSHEY, Pa. — During the recent Penn State’s Dairy Cattle Nutrition Workshop, Mike Hutjens, Extension dairy specialist emeritus, of the University of Illinois, explained how the dairy industry has changed.Milk production shows an astounding increase...
read moreU.S. beef industry convention to be held in Texas
The U.S. beef industry’s focus in February will be turning to Texas where the Deep in the Heart 2020 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade show is expected to attract 9,000 to San Antonio.The 27th annual convention, #CattleCon20, is set for Feb....
read moreWalkup Holsteins named to Va. Livestock Hall of Fame
HARRISONBURG, Va. — Walkup Holsteins celebrated its 142nd anniversary this year by continuing to follow its stated mission. The state’s dairy industry added to the milestone by nominating farm owner Daniel J. Myers and his daughter, Teresa Myers...
read moreLow prices push dairy farmers to beef market
HERSHEY, Pa. — Low prices for milk coupled with low cull cow prices plus costs prompt dairy farmers to consider the beef market. Also, the decline in veal demand due to changing consumer trends has curtailed the use of male dairy calves for veal. At...
read moreResearchers talk cattle stress in dairy production
HERSHEY, Pa. — At Penn State’s Dairy Nutrition Workshop on November 5 and 6, a number of researchers addressed stress in dairy cattle.Throughout the production cycle dairy cattle can experience environmental, managerial and nutritional stressors....
read moreCheese Guild working to boost dairy
WESTMINSTER, Md. — Before the Maryland Wine Festival’s Saturday Sept. 21 morning opening, a panel of four judges from the local food scene gathered to taste the cheeses offered by the creameries at this year’s festival. It’s an event the Maryland...
read moreBeef group honors Va. Tech professor with award
BLACKSBURG, Md. — Virginia Tech’s Dr. Scott Greiner is a man who makes things happen for the people he serves. This characteristic was recognized earlier this year when the Beef Improvement Federation presented him a Continuing Service Award for his...
read moreAs fall approaches, monitor the thermometer (The Vet’s Voice)
(Editor’s note: Matthew Weeman is the owner of Bayside Bovine Veterinary Services.)As the seasons change and sweat on your brow gives way to crisp air or perhaps a soft cap, it’s critical to remember the basic needs of our animals remain the same. As...
read morePa. ag chief reports on dairy industry
ROCK SPRINGS, Pa. — Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell C. Redding addressed the Dairy Investment Program of the state Farm Bill and the current dairy export situation at a breakfast hosted last month by the Center for Dairy Excellence during...
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