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Understanding a 'broken brain': FFA members challenge you to change the conversation

Jaden Maze and Maddie Caldwell discuss what mental health struggles can look like for youth and how to help.

February 16, 2023

Four ccs of Micotil was Maddie Caldwell’s answer to the suicidal thoughts that had taken over her life at age 22. It was her second attempt to die by suicide, and she went on have three seizures on the way to the hospital. Thankfully, she is healthy now and wants to help “get one person to feel a little less alone.”

Weekly Digest: 2023 DMC milk enrollment percentage up

Here is a brief look at the news affecting dairy producers for the weeks of Feb. 12-18, 2023.

February 15, 2023

Dave Natzke

Digest highlights

2023 DMC milk enrollment percentage up

House farm bill hearing held at World Ag Expo

Gillibrand announces 2023 Farm Bill dairy priorities

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January FMMOs: A little lower prices, a little more Class IV

February 15, 2023

Dave Natzke

It wasn’t a rush to the pools but Class IV represented about 12.5% of the total milk pooled in all FMMOs in January, the highest volume and percentage since last May. It probably won't last.

Basketball, brothers and the joy of simple activities

February 15, 2023

Christina Winch

When we think of March Madness, many people think of basketball. The high school and college basketball seasons have reached their peak as state and national tournaments are taking place.

Are economies of scale everything?

Embracing change, changing poor habits into better ones and working as a team can lead to a more-successful farming operation, regardless of the size of the farm.

February 15, 2023

Andy (Caygeon) Junkin

People will argue that economies of scale is the determining factor for which farms will succeed and which will fail. Is this what you believe?

Managing an automated milking system on a pasture-based dairy at Mallonee Farms

February 15, 2023

Kimmi Devaney

“[Switching from a traditional parlor to an automated milking system] primarily came down to the time savings,” Mallonee says.

5 steps to aid in dairy-beef crossbred growth and performance

Proper calf care and nutrition in the pre-weaning phase are the foundation for a successful dairy-beef crossbred program.

February 15, 2023

Troy Wistuba

Treating beef-on-dairy calves with the proper care can earn you a few extra bucks at the sale barn. Read how to get the most out of your investment here.

Agrivoltaics and grazing dairy cattle under solar panels

An overview of recent and current University of Minnesota research studying the effects of solar photovoltaic panels on heat abatement, animal health, crop productivity and reduced fossil fuel usage.

February 14, 2023

Brad Heins and Kirsten Sharpe

Dairy farmers have long been reducing the environmental impact of dairy farming and responsibly managing their land, air and water resources.

2023 PDPW Business Conference set for March 15-16

Producer panels and world-class seminars will feature something for every dairy farm at one of the industry’s premier educational events.

February 14, 2023

Shelly O’Leary

No matter your learning style, farm or business goals, there is something for everyone in the dairy industry at the 2023 Business Conference.

[Podcast] Justin Malone: Creating a market for organic milk products

February 14, 2023

In this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast, host Jenn Coyne visits with Justin Malone of Minnesota. Malone is an organic dairy producer who helped spearhead the acquisition of Hastings Creamery as a way to create a market for organic dairy products while sustaining family businesses for future generations.

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Understanding a 'broken brain': FFA members challenge you to change the conversation

Weekly Digest: 2023 DMC milk enrollment percentage up

January FMMOs: A little lower prices, a little more Class IV

Basketball, brothers and the joy of simple activities

Are economies of scale everything?

Managing an automated milking system on a pasture-based dairy at Mallonee Farms

5 steps to aid in dairy-beef crossbred growth and performance

Agrivoltaics and grazing dairy cattle under solar panels

2023 PDPW Business Conference set for March 15-16

[Podcast] Justin Malone: Creating a market for organic milk products

The underdiscussed trade barrier threatening U.S. cheese exports

Economic Update: Dairy producers reminded of disaster assistance deadline for 2024 losses

15 states added to National Milk Testing Strategy for H5N1

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