Business

The goal for the U.S. to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, as it currently is proposed, will create undue hardships for rural Americans and, specifically, farmers, according to U.S. Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA, 8th District).

As a dairy farmer and long-time observer in the evolution of our nation’s farming and agricultural industry, I am excited to tell you more about the launch of our inaugural Farm Journal Field Days show.

There is almost two-fold difference in the total economic cost of producing milk between the nation’s smallest and largest dairy farms.

Building a successful beef on dairy program takes more than just selecting black bulls.

Wisconsin had the lowest cell count in the Upper Midwest order, averaging 174,000 cells/mL last year.

Borden Dairy announced Friday the sale of all Borden assets to Capital Peak Partners and its affiliates following a court-approved sale process. 

This week, court documents show an investment group called New Dairy Opco LLC, comprised of KKR & Co. and Capitol Peak Parters, will purchase all of Borden’s assets if approved by the bankruptcy court on Thursday.

As trends, economics and the environment change, you can adapt and capitalize on the opportunities, or you can stay the course and watch your business decline. 

Dozens of farmers who ship their milk directly to Dean Foods and have not been paid for their April milk.