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October 26, 2022

Lancaster County Dairy Producer Shares Ways to Maximize Herd Performance and Production in New Podcast Episode

Tom Barley Was Interviewed in the New Episode of “Cow-Side Conversations” In the Center for Dairy Excellence’s latest episode of the “Cow-Side Conversations” podcast, Tom Barley, a dairy producer from Star Rock Farms in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, shared how their team concentrates on the smallest details to achieve peak herd performance and production. He described…

October 24, 2022

Dairy Farms Encouraged to Host On-Farm Interns for Summer of 2023

Producers Can Mentor College Students Who Are Interested in Dairy Production Dairy producers from Pennsylvania and beyond are encouraged to apply to be a host farm in the 2023 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…

October 19, 2022

Website and Video Resources Showcase Careers in PA Agriculture

The Website Has a Wide Range of Resources for High School Students and Educators To showcase the wide range of careers available in Pennsylvania’s agricultural and food industry, the AgandFoodCareersinPA.com website is available for high school students, educators, and families to utilize as they explore potential careers and education paths. The website includes a large…

October 18, 2022

Join ‘Protecting Your Profits’ Monthly Webinar on October 26

The Discussion Will Take Place on October 26 at 12 p.m. and Provide Dairy Market Updates The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Wednesday, October 26 at 12 p.m. Held the fourth Wednesday of every month and led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center, the…

October 17, 2022

PA Dairy Industry Awards Now Open for Nominations

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…

October 11, 2022

Panelists Announced for ‘Own Your Future’ Forum on November 10

Dairy Farm Families Are Invited to Learn About Succession Planning for All Ages To help dairy farm families begin tackling the process of succession planning and ownership transition, the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania (PDMP) and the Center for Dairy Excellence will be hosting a Fall Forum titled “Own Your Future” on Thursday, November 10…

October 10, 2022

PA Dairy Processor Expands Capacity in Sour Cream Department With an Eye on Innovation

Nestled among residential homes and community parks about five miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Schneider’s Dairy, Inc. is a family-owned and operated business that has been in operation since 1935. They have provided their community with high-quality dairy products for more than 85 years. Many Pittsburgh natives have early memories of enjoying Schneider’s Dairy milk…

October 3, 2022

Free Animal Care Record-Keeping Books Available to Dairy Farmers and Veterinarians

The Books Help PA Dairy Farms Comply with National FARM Requirements The Center for Dairy Excellence is once again offering free copies of Animal Care Protocol Record-Keeping Books to Pennsylvania dairy producers and veterinarians. With more than 2,800 books distributed to date, they have been created to help Pennsylvania dairy farm families comply with National…

September 26, 2022

Grants Available to Pair PA Dairy Farms with Professional Consultants and Advisory Teams

The Center’s On-Farm Team and Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Programs Are Both Open The Center for Dairy Excellence is now accepting applications for the On-Farm Team Grant Program and Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) Grant Program for the 2022-23 year. Dairy producers who are looking to improve profitability, create a transition plan, or plan a major…

September 21, 2022

Dauphin County Retired Dairy Producer Reflects on Transition Out of Dairy and Farm Safety Lessons in New Podcast Episode

Frank Graybill Was Interviewed in the New Episode of “Cow-Side Conversations” In the Center for Dairy Excellence’s latest episode of the “Cow-Side Conversations” podcast, Frank Graybill, a retired dairy producer from Restful Acres Dairy Farm in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, reflected on his rewarding 47-year career as a dairy farmer and his family’s decision to transition…