On December 27, 2024, the agricultural commodity markets experienced a significant shift, marking a pivotal day in the marketing year. The thin trading over the holidays had created an atmosphere of uncertainty, with traders unsure of what to expect. However, the day saw March...
This summer, I had the privilege of attending the Michigan AgroExpo show where I had the opportunity to discuss the political and economic trends that are currently shaping the dairy business environment. One of the key messages that I shared was that, despite facing...
Hoof Health and Nutrition: Ensuring the Well-Being of Your Cows
Proper hoof health is essential for the overall well-being of dairy cows. Many factors can influence the health of a cow's feet, including management practices, genetics, and nutrition. By implementing a comprehensive hoof health and...
Milk Production in Iowa Increases by 3% in November 2024
According to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Milk Production report, milk production in Iowa during November 2024 totaled 492 million pounds, showing a 3% increase from the previous November. This growth is...
Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems are essential in industries that require strict hygiene standards, such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. These systems adhere to the 3-A Sanitary Standards, which provide established definitions and criteria for CIP cleaning and CIP cleanable equipment. The surfaces of...
Diversified Energy Corporation, a prominent energy company, has recently agreed to plug over 2,000 abandoned wells in six states over the next decade as part of a settlement agreement reached in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia. The lawsuit,...
