The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) opened the Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Laboratory, a state-of-the-art laboratory facility today that will provide the U.S. cattle industry with innovative tools and advanced technologies to manage and eliminate the invasive fly and tick pests that threaten the U.S. cattle industry.
Nofence announces a new partnership with Farm Journal’s Trust in Food™ initiative. The partnership allows Nofence to grow connections with U.S. livestock producers seeking tools and technical expertise to improve profitability.
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative is investing in the future of the next generation through its annual scholarship program. The cooperative has awarded five young adults with $2,000 scholarships to pursue higher education; two students are currently enrolled in college or a university, and three are graduating high school seniors.
From shifting cattle markets to evolving consumer demand, today’s cattle industry requires producers to make sharper, more strategic decisions than ever before. Set for August 4 and 5, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas, the 2026 Feeding Quality Forum brings cattlemen together to explore practical solutions, timely market insights and real-world strategies designed to support their bottom line. Join two days of engaging sessions, industry-leading speakers, and valuable networking opportunities to help producers navigate their business with confidence.
Following the success of a record-breaking show footprint and focused, high-intent audience, the Midwest Poultry Federation announced a nine-year commitment to keep PEAK 2026, the nation’s largest poultry convention in Minneapolis, highlighting the conference’s role as a central hub for peak poultry industry connection, education and forward-thinking conversations.
Scoops, smiles, and bipartisan camaraderie will return to Capitol Hill this summer as the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) hosts its 42nd Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party on June 10. One of Washington’s longest-running summer traditions, the Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party draws thousands of attendees each year, including members of Congress and leaders from across the executive branch. The event celebrates America’s favorite frozen dessert while offering a rare, lighthearted opportunity for lawmakers, staff, and policy leaders to connect outside the halls of government.
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) and Discover Dairy invite participants across the state to meet their new favorite classroom or community companion, as enrollment is now open for the free “Adopt a Cow” program for the 2026–27 school year. The program pairs participants with calves from four Wisconsin dairy farms: OrthRidge Farms in Lancaster, Wis.; Nellie Farms in Eau Claire, Wis.; Schleis Farms in Kewaunee, Wis.; and McFarlandale Dairy in Watertown, Wis. To enroll, visit www.discoverdairy.com/adopt.
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) named Mike Osborne, key account advisor at Alltech, as its Member of the Year during the AFIA Board of Directors meeting on May 13. The Member of the Year award honors an AFIA member who exhibits outstanding support in achieving the association’s goals and objectives throughout the year.
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Environmental Stewardship Program released revisions to its Version 3 evaluation tool, integrating the latest scientific updates from the Ruminant Farm Systems (RuFaS) model that powers FARM ES Version 3.
USPOULTRY will host its 2026 Hatchery-Breeder Clinic from July 8-9 in Nashville, Tenn. The annual clinic will bring together hatchery and breeder managers and other industry professionals to discuss the latest strategies, technologies and operational practices impacting breeder and hatchery performance.
With consumers increasingly seeking protein-rich foods to support active lifestyles, the dairy checkoff is leveraging National Cheese Day on June 4 to position cheese as a convenient, high-quality protein option through its Dairy Does More platform. The National Cheese Day activation, launched by Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), introduces “Body by Cheese,” a lighthearted campaign designed to connect cheese with fitness, wellness and snacking occasions. At the center of the effort is the Parm Bar, a 2-ounce block of domestically produced parmesan packaged in a protein-bar-inspired wrapper that highlights cheese’s protein benefits in a modern way. The activation represents an extension of Dairy Does More, which DMI created to help consumers think differently about dairy foods and recognize benefits beyond taste.
