Grants, Resources, and Information for
Today’s Dairy Farmers, Leaders, and Consumers.
Educational Programs and Resources for
Tomorrow’s Dairy Farmers, Leaders, and Consumers.
HPAI Industry Updates

We continue to share updates from the USDA and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture on the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) situation in dairy cattle to help answer your questions about this rapidly evolving health situation and Pennsylvania’s response.

Join PA Agriculture HPAI Monthly Calls
20 Years of Serving Dairy

This year, the Center for Dairy Excellence is celebrating our 20-year anniversary! From multiple grant programs that directly benefit Pennsylvania dairy producers at the farm level to the dairy education curriculum and programs offered through our Foundation, we are proud to serve the dairy industry by creating partnerships that support Pennsylvania dairy farm families and businesses.

Take a look at some of our key milestones
Dairy Decisions Consultants
Dairy Decisions Consultants

"Anytime you change one thing on the farm, there are a lot of other aspects to change along with it. The DDC Program helped us think through the whole process, not just shoot from the hip."

Ron Wenger, Hollowacres Farm
Transformation Team Grants
Transformation Team Grants

"The grant took away so many variables and gave us a concrete idea. It gave me the confidence I needed to move forward with a project like this. It went from a pipe dream to a reality."

Donny Bartch, Merrimart Farms
Cow-Side Conversations Podcast
Cow-Side Conversations Podcast

"Listening to the podcast is interesting to hear how other dairy farmers are finding ways to solve problems. You benefit by hearing the trials and tribulations of others who are seeking to be on the cutting edge."

Alan Waybright, Mount Rock Dairy
Adopt a Cow Host Farms
Adopt a Cow Host Farms

"We decided to be a host farm because we believe in the importance of consumers understanding where their milk comes from. This program is a great way for dairy farmers to get that story out there."

Walt Moore, Walmoore Holsteins
On-Farm Internships

"They do a lot of genetic work and embryo transfers at this farm. My host farmer let me breed and everything. He put a lot of trust in me to do that which I’m appreciative of. This internship was extremely valuable. This experience has shown me a lot of things that I enjoy doing."

Calvin Dechow, Penn State University

Latest News & Featured Articles

Long Green Farms to Share Their Story During Producer Showcase at PA Dairy Summit in February
December 09, 2024
Long Green Farms to Share Their Story During Producer Showcase at PA Dairy Summit in February
Center for Dairy Excellence Awards $185,000 to Help Dairy Producers Enhance Efficiency and Cow Comfort
December 03, 2024
Center for Dairy Excellence Awards $185,000 to Help Dairy Producers Enhance Efficiency and Cow Comfort
Volunteers Needed for Calving Corner Exhibit at 2025 Farm Show
December 02, 2024
Volunteers Needed for Calving Corner Exhibit at 2025 Farm Show