The Alltech 2023 U.S. Harvest Analysis has collected and assessed almost 450 new-crop samples from across the U.S., and the results show regional variation in mycotoxin risk. Samples showed lower risk in the upper Midwest and higher risk in the East. A combination of drought and untimely rains led to much of the risk.
Schreiber Foods Inc. was recognized with the first annual IDFA Workplace of the Year Award at IDFA’s Dairy Forum in Phoenix, Ariz. The award, co-sponsored by IDFA and Dairy Processing magazine, is given each year to an outstanding IDFA member company that has created policies to promote a positive workplace experience for employees.
Bateman’s Mosida Farms of Mosida, Utah was recognized as the 2024 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) Dairy Forum. The award is presented each year by IDFA and Dairy Herd Management magazine. As detailed by Dairy Herd Management in its feature story on the award-winning farm, Mosida Farms is a labor of love for generations of the Bateman family, and today is owned and operated by the four families of Steve, Brad, Jason and the late Lance Bateman.
The United Dairy Industry of Michigan (UDIM) Board of Directors announces Melissa Gerharter has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A registered dietitian, Gerharter joined UDIM eight years ago, serving on the sports nutrition marketing team and health and wellness team before becoming Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Interim CEO.
Innovative Solutions, a division of KENT Nutrition Group, introduces HUMISYN, a synergistic blend of organic acid sources that shows great promise in helping to reduce the effects of a common disease in poultry by improving overall gut health.
The International Poultry Welfare Alliance (IPWA) announced the launch of a comprehensive set of educational training modules designed to complement its Key Welfare Indicator (KWI) Guides. Developed in collaboration with Fresno State’s Center for the Optimization of Poultry (COOP), these training modules aim to enhance industry knowledge and promote best practices in poultry welfare.
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is providing multiple internship opportunities for students to learn about different aspects of the cattle industry. Internships are offered in NCBA’s offices in Denver, Colorado and Washington, D.C. New this year, NCBA is launching a Producer Education and Sustainability Internship focused on implementing the cattle industry’s sustainability goals, supporting the Beef Checkoff funded Beef Quality Assurance program, and providing educational resources to cattle producers to improve land management, animal health, and profitability. The internship will occur summer 2024.
The Missouri Cattlemen’s Association recognized Richard Thomas, Madison, Missouri, with its “Pioneer Award” at the 56th Annual Missouri Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show on January 20, 2024. The award is the highest honor given by the association and is comparable to a lifetime achievement award.
A collaborative study between animal agtech startup MyAnIML and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) successfully corroborated the technology’s predictive ability to proactively manage devastating disease outbreaks in cattle production.
Thousands of cattlemen and women will gather in Orlando, Florida, Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 for CattleCon24, the largest cattle industry event in the country. Registration is available online or on-site, so make plans to join the excitement in the Sunshine State.
The Animal Agriculture Alliance is seeking applicants to join the rankings of Animal Ag Allies in 2024. The Animal Ag Allies program, launched in 2020, is a development program to empower farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, and industry professionals to be outspoken advocates for agriculture online and in person. The enrollment deadline for the next class is February 2. Apply here!
