The Free “Protecting Your Profits” Webinar Will Take Place on November 13 at 12 p.m. EST Most dairy producers have felt the margin squeeze on the farm over the past few years. To get risk management insight heading into the 2027 crop year, join the Center for Dairy Excellence’s free webinar titled “Crop Risk Management…
The 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 2027 Pennsylvania Farm Show from January 9-16, 2027 in Harrisburg, Pa. The Calving Corner is the cornerstone in the “Destination Dairy” Northeast Exhibit Hall and…
The Award Is Intended to Support the Next Generation of the PA Veterinary Community The new David Hileman Memorial Veterinary Service Award is now open to recognize a large animal veterinarian within Pennsylvania who is under the age of 40 or within the first 10 years of practice in the field who has demonstrated a…
The Monthly Call Will Be Held on Wednesday, October 21st at 12 pm The Center for Dairy Excellence’s “All Things Dairy” bi-monthly conference call aims to provide a platform for organizations and industry partners to share timely updates, resources, programs, and upcoming events relevant to the dairy community. The next call is scheduled for Wednesday,…
Producers Can Apply to Host an Intern Next Summer Dairy producers from Pennsylvania and beyond are encouraged to apply to be a host farm in the 2027 On-Farm Internship Program. The program was designed to provide 10- to 12-week on-farm internships and create opportunities for Pennsylvania students to gain practical knowledge, information, and skills on…
Dairy Excellence Grants and Dairy Productivity Grant Applications Are Due November 1 The Center for Dairy Excellence opened two competitive grant programs on October 1 for Pennsylvania dairy producers who are looking to improve efficiency and invest in projects that directly impact milk production on their dairy operation. Leveraging funds provided through the Commonwealth of…
The Interactive Workshop Will Go Beyond the Basics With Transition Planning It’s never too early or too late to start thinking about “passing the torch” and finding someone in line to transition ownership of your dairy business. Dairy farm families are invited to a “Passing the Torch” Next-Level Transition Planning Workshop on November 12 in…
The Award Was Established to Honor Service of Janet Harding Ruslavage Nicole Guise Hall, agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor for Millville Senior and Junior High Schools, was recently recognized as the 2026 recipient of the Janet Harding Ruslavage Memorial Service & Promotion Award. The award program was created in 2024 to honor the memory…
The Annual Awards Recognize Individuals Who Are Excelling in the Dairy Industry Nominations are now open for the annual Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Award program. Each year, the awards recognize dairy producers and industry professionals who excel in leadership, service and innovation. The program includes three awards and is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, the…
College Students and High School Graduates Can Apply for an Internship, Dairy Farms Can Apply to Host an Intern Undergraduate students and high school graduates are encouraged to apply for two 2027 internship opportunities. Applications are now being accepted for On-Farm Internships and a Dairy Education and Communications Internship next summer. Dairy farms can also…
