Team Grants Available to Help Dairy Producers Transform Their Business

Reid and Diane Hoover

The Grants Provide Dairy Farms with a Team Approach to Decision-Making The Center for Dairy Excellence has multiple team program grants available to help dairy producers establish a team approach to decision-making. The team grants allow dairy farmers to form a dairy profit, transition or transformation team that consists of industry experts and trusted advisors….

Review Market Fundamentals During Next ‘Protecting Your Profits’ Call

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Dairy Professionals Are Invited to Join the November 20 Conference Call On Wednesday, November 20 at noon, the Center for Dairy Excellence will host its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” call. Led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center, the call will help dairy producers and industry professionals learn about current risk management options…

Volunteer at the Calving Corner Exhibit During 2020 Farm Show

Calving Corner volunteer

Dairy Cow Birthing Center Offers Educational Insight for Families Individuals who have experience working in the Pennsylvania dairy industry are invited to volunteer at the Calving Corner during the 2020 Pennsylvania Farm Show from January 4-11 in Harrisburg, Pa. The Calving Corner is the cornerstone in the new “Destination Dairy” Northeast Exhibit Hall, giving visitors…

New Tool Released to Calculate the Value of Pennsylvania Dairy

The value of dairy in Pennsylvania

The Interactive Map Displays the Economic Impact of Dairy in Each Pennsylvania County With statewide dairy production and associated businesses contributing more than $12 billion annually to Pennsylvania’s economy, dairy provides tremendous value to local communities across the Commonwealth. The Center for Dairy Excellence recently launched an online tool to help individuals calculate the value…

Nominate PA Dairy Industry Professionals for Awards by Nov. 15

Nominations Are Open for Three Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards The deadline to submit nominations for the annual Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award program is November 15, 2019. Sponsored by the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania, the Center for Dairy Excellence and the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, the award program recognizes dairy professionals who are shaping the future…

Learn About Risk Management During ‘Protecting Your Profits’ Call on Oct. 23

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The Monthly Call Helps Pennsylvania Dairy Producers Understand the Changing Marketplace Dairy producers and industry professionals are invited to join the Center for Dairy Excellence on Wednesday, October 23 at noon for its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” call. Led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center, the call will include data and insight…

Students Encouraged to Apply for On-Farm Internships by Oct. 31

Caitlyn, a 2019 on-farm intern

The 2020 Internship Program Provides Undergraduate Students with On-Farm Experience The deadline for undergraduate students to apply for the 2020 On-Farm Internship program is October 31, 2019. The program is ideal for students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in dairy production and exploring career opportunities in the dairy industry. The Professional Dairy Managers…

Speakers Announced for 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit

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Four Keynote Speakers Will Encourage Dairy Producers and Reignite the Industry In an uncertain marketplace, rekindling excitement about dairy requires collaboration and encouragement from professionals across the industry. During the 2020 Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, four featured speakers will help dairy producers and allied-industry professionals understand the latest techniques and technologies to remain profitable, ready for…

Grants Available to Preserved Farms for Conservation Work and Installation of Best Management Practices

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The Funding Is Available to Dairy Farm Families from Preserved Farms in Six Counties For dairy farm families with preserved farms in Dauphin, Adams, York, Franklin, Perry or Cumberland County, funding is now available to support the installation costs for conservation work and installation of best management practices (BMP) identified as needed in comprehensive nutrient…

Center for Dairy Excellence Seeking Nominations for Two Board of Director Positions

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The Center Has Extended the Nomination Deadline to October 15 The deadline to nominate a dairy producer or veterinarian for the Center for Dairy Excellence’s Board of Directors has been extended to October 15, 2019. The Center, which is non-profit 501C6 focused on strengthening and supporting Pennsylvania’s dairy industry, is currently looking to fill two…