…Kat Cammack (FL-03), and Darren Soto (FL-09), visited sites devastated by the storms. Stops included a pecan orchard in Pearson, Georgia, and Shenandoah Dairy in Live Oak, Florida. Lawmakers also…
CDC Urges Increased Testing for H5N1 in Dairy Farm Workers
DepositPhotos image The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is calling for expanded testing of dairy farm employees after a recent study showed possible H5N1 bird flu infections among…
Vilsack Explains H5N1Testing in Milk Samples
DepositPhotos image As cases of H5N1 grow in dairy herds around the nation, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack gives us a breakdown of how USDA testing of milk samples for potential…
California Dairies, Inc. Shuts Down Los Banos Facility
…their service and noted that CDI will assist them during the transition. The Los Banos facility, in operation since 1925, originally served as part of San Joaquin Valley Dairymen. It…
California Agriculture Faces Challenges but Promises Innovation, Says Secretary Ross
…praised California’s dairy farmers for their proactive approach in submitting samples and working closely with state officials to contain the outbreak. “We’ve had great cooperation from our dairy families,” Ross…
USDA to Host First-Ever Trade Mission to Thailand in 2025
…growth and rising middle class, along with Burma’s evolving market, offer U.S. exporters opportunities in sectors like dairy, seafood, fresh fruits, and alcoholic beverages. The mission aims to strengthen trade…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 10-23-24
…Secretary of Food and Agriculture Karen Ross on the future of ag in California and the current management of H5NX in dairy cattle. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
ODMAP for Organic Dairy Grower Support
DepositPhotos image USDA announced another round of funding applications are being accepted through its Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November…
Animal Disease Traceability Rule Coming in November
…importance of quick traceability at the recent World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin. According to Vilsack, “When I did the G-7 meeting, people were very interested in H5N1, in terms of…
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
…farming,” he said. “We have something for dairy, we have something for grain, but poultry? Nothing.” One of the key concerns is the lack of a safety net for poultry…
Two California Dairy Workers Infected with HPAI
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has now confirmed two human cases of avian influenza (bird flu) in dairy workers. The cases were detected in individuals who had direct…
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
…This funding aims to support the dairy sector by helping farmers explore higher-value uses for milk, such as artisanal cheeses and organic dairy products. Rep. Costa emphasized that this initiative…
California Dairy Sustainability Summit Announces Farm-Focused Event for 2025
DepositPhotos image The California Dairy Sustainability Summit will host a new, farmer-focused event on March 25, 2025, at the Visalia Convention Center. The one-day Farm Focus conference will help California…
Innovations Discussed at Innovations Discussed at World Dairy Expo
Automatic cow milking facility at cattle dairy farm. DepositPhotos image At the World Dairy Expo, dairy farmers and industry representatives gathered to discuss innovations in dairy, with a focus on…