The Interactive Workshops Will Have Sessions on Family Dynamics and Financial Considerations How can families begin the farm transition process when so many of us find our identity in our careers? Are there younger people who hope to continue the farm? Are you having honest conversations? Is there a plan in place? Dairy farm families…
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…
The Award Was Established to Honor Service of Janet Harding Ruslavage Cara Trotter Itle, field representative and FARM Program inspector for United Dairy, was recently recognized as the 2025 recipient of the Janet Harding Ruslavage Memorial Service & Promotion Award. The award program was created in 2024 to honor the memory and distinguished service of…
The Monthly Call Will Be Held on Wednesday, October 8th at 1 pm The Center for Dairy Excellence’s “All Things Dairy” 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,…
What does transition planning look like when you don’t have a next generation who wants to take over the farm? For Jay Weaver, a third-generation dairy farmer from Weaverline Holsteins in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, it involved working closely with a business consultant to evaluate his cash flow and retirement options. “My children are all off…
Dairy Processors Are Invited to the Free Webinar on Tuesday, September 30 The Pennsylvania Association of Milk Dealers (PAMD) and Center for Dairy Excellence will host a webinar for dairy processors on Tuesday, September 30 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., titled “Got School Milk? Farm-to-School Programs and Processor Partnership Opportunities.” This is the next webinar…
This Follow-Up Survey Aims to Provide Insight on Dairy Producers’ Feeding Strategies Research shows that feeding a total mixed ration (TMR) helps a dairy cow achieve maximum performance, and in turn, helps a dairy producer become more profitable. Feeding a nutritionally balanced ration as a TMR allows cows to consume as close to their actual…
College Students and High School Graduates Can Apply for an Internship, Dairy Farms Can Apply to Host an Intern Undergraduate students, high school graduates, and dairy farmers are encouraged to apply for two 2026 internship opportunities. Applications are now being accepted for On-Farm Internships and a Dairy Education and Communications Internship next summer. The Professional…
Anderson Joins Staff to Support Dairy Farmers and Next Generation of Dairy The Center for Dairy Excellence has named Jordan Anderson the Communications and Marketing Specialist to help share resources with dairy farmers who work with the Center for Dairy Excellence. Jordan will also support the growth of the Dairy Excellence Foundation, a private 501C3…
The Monthly Call Will Feature Farm Safety Speakers Ahead of National Farm Safety Week With National Farm Safety and Health Week starting on September 22, the Center for Dairy Excellence’s next “All Things Dairy” monthly conference call will focus on farm safety tips and protocols. The call is scheduled for September 17 at 1 p.m….
