Source: Canadian Dairy Commission
On November 1, 2024, the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) announced the intention to decrease milk component prices paid to producers by processors. New milk component prices were subsequently approved by nine out of ten provincial authorities...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
The mentee and mentor pairing for the Saskatchewan Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program Cohort Six was announced today in Regina.
This 18-month experience creates leadership development opportunities for mentees and allows them to increase their involvement...
Last Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the launch of the National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS) to enhance surveillance of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in dairy cattle. Building on measures implemented since the initial detection...
Source: Zoetis news release
Zoetis announced it has entered a collaboration with Colorado State University’s AgNext to advance research in sustainable animal production. Together, Zoetis and AgNext are poised to shape the future and set new standards for sustainable management...
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has flagged a second batch of raw milk from a Fresno County dairy farm that tested positive for the H5N1 avian flu virus. The findings come amid ongoing testing and containment efforts,...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Indigenous farmers, communities and governments can access new funding to help strengthen food security and sovereignty, and increase Indigenous participation in B.C.’s agriculture and food sectors.
The new Indigenous Food Pathways program is supporting new projects,...
The THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley recently convened leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators from the agriculture and food technology sectors to discuss solutions for pressing climate challenges. Key topics included regenerative agriculture, clean energy, and strategies to mitigate...
Source: Dairy Management Inc. news release
The 2024 Fall Meeting of the Dairy Sustainability Alliance emphasized the industry's collective efforts to meet sustainability targets through the adoption of new technologies, best practices and measurement tools. The meeting brought together more...
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 continues to pose challenges to animal health across North America. As of this date, 618 affected premises in 16 U.S. states have reported cases of HPAI in livestock, with 278 cases confirmed in...
Source: 4-H Alberta
4-H Alberta proudly announces the induction of Arlene Good into the 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame for 2024. This distinguished recognition celebrates Arlene’s enduring contributions and leadership within the 4-H program, impacting countless members and leaders across...
