The Free Workshops Will Be Held on Four Dairy Farms Across the State This April Dairy producers and their employees are invited to one of four animal care workshops that are being held on dairy farms across the state this April. Hosted by the Center for Dairy Excellence, PA Beef Council and the Professional Dairy…
Kurtz, Leslie, Reed and Springer Were Recognized at the 2024 PA Dairy Summit At this year’s Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania, Center for Dairy Excellence, and Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association awarded four dairy professionals with the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards. The annual awards program recognizes dairy professionals who showcase leadership, service,…
The PA Dairy Summit Will Be Held on February 7-8, 2024 in Lancaster, PA Three dairy producers will lead a compelling panel discussion, titled “Innovating a Producer-Led Marketplace,” at the Pennsylvania Dairy Summit on February 7-8, 2024 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The keynote panel discussion will feature Joel Riehlman, Ken Smith and Jason Frye who will…
McLaughlin Joins Staff to Support Dairy Farmers and Next Generation of Dairy The Center for Dairy Excellence has named LeeAnn McLaughlin the Dairy Policy and Industry Relations Manager to help provide opportunities and resources to dairy farmers who work with the Center for Dairy Excellence. McLaughlin will also support the growth of the Dairy Excellence…
The PA Dairy Summit Will Be Held on February 7-8, 2024 in Lancaster, PA For dairy producers who want to unlock their potential, hear from dynamic industry-focused speakers, and network with their peers, the Pennsylvania Dairy Summit will take place on February 7-8 at the Lancaster Wyndham Resort and Convention Center in Lancaster, Pa. Thanks…
The Free “Protecting Your Profits” Webinar Will Be Held on January 19 at 12 p.m. The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting a special edition of its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Friday, January 19 from 12-1 p.m. Titled “Dairy Performance Indicators – Where PA Stands” and led by Jayne Sebright, Executive Director at…
The Books Help PA Dairy Farms Comply with National FARM Requirements As we begin a new year, 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 3,900 books distributed to date, they have been created to help Pennsylvania…
Sue Miller Was Interviewed in the “Cow-Side Conversations” Podcast In the Center for Dairy Excellence’s latest episode of the “Cow-Side Conversations” podcast, Sue Miller of Birchrun Hills Farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania shares how her family is adding value to their small dairy farm with artisan cheese. During the podcast interview, she describes how they…
At Homestead Acres in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, Curtis Zimmerman and his wife manage the dairy operation and milk 120 cows alongside their son. While Curtis is only 49, he decided to take a proactive approach with succession planning and giving his son the opportunity to take over the dairy business. The Zimmermans worked with Dr….
Dairy Producers Can Attend the PA Dairy Summit at Discount For dairy producers who are looking to unlock their potential through networking, insight and inspiration, the Pennsylvania Dairy Summit is a nationally recognized conference for dairy farmers in all types of production. The 2024 event will take place on February 7-8 at the Lancaster Wyndham…
