Last year marked an unexpected, yet fulfilling, time for U.S. dairy exports as demand for U.S. product soared in 2024, reaching record levels. Such success is due in part to established and emerging global markets for U.S. dairy.

In this article, two seasoned generator technicians – Dale Routh, owner of Power Solutions in Spirit Lake, Idaho, who has 36 years of experience in this field; and Robby Robinson, owner of Genesis Power in Apple River, Illinois, who has 40 years of experience – share some tips to help keep your generator running smoothly all winter long.

December 2024 Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) pooling estimates, uniform prices and producer price differentials are scheduled to be released on Jan. 11-14.

Rock River Laboratory Inc. is expanding with a new location in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Offering access to accurate feed and forage analysis, tools, and insights for beef and dairy operations, the lab continues the company’s tradition of exceptional customer service and support.

In this week's news, the FDA plans to test raw cow’s milk cheese nationwide for HPAI, January FSA interest rates continue to rise, the USDA provides more than $8 million in second round of payments to help organic dairy producers, and Saputo's COO steps down after three months.

With so many factors to consider, understanding a farm’s income over feed costs can take time, but that understanding also provides a clear map of the changes possible on the farm. By knowing the total costs associated with their operation, dairy farmers can weigh their options to find the next bump in their paycheck and support profitability.

New Year's Day, a day for flower-covered parade floats, football, chips and dip and new years resolutions. My earliest memories of New Year's Day are of my dad coming home with a dozen donuts and all of us sitting on the couch eating donuts and watching the Rose Parade. As a kid, I remember people talking about New Year's resolutions, but I never had one and I still don’t make them. Instead, I work to maintain what I like to think of as a growth mindset.