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Higher feed and fuel prices will probably take half the $4 to $6 per hundredweight price increase Illinois dairy farmers can expect for their product in 2007, said a University of Illinois Extension dairy specialist.
"2007 appears to be an economically positive year for Illinois dairy farmers with milk prices up $4 to $6 per hundredweight compared to 2006 when milk was below breakeven prices," said Mike Hutjens as he reviewed the state's dairy industry on the eve of June Dairy Month.
"In...
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International Protein Sires (IPS) is pleased to announce that Chrissy Wendorf has been selected to fill the Genetic Intern position. As intern, Chrissy’s responsibilities include evaluation of young sire daughters, locating young sire daughters to photograph and updating the young sire database. “Along with her dairy farm background experiences, Chrissy has achieved recognition in dairy cattle evaluation that qualify her for the...
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The Semex Alliance is proud to announce the launch of its newest product, SEMEXX sexed semen, with a selection of elite Holstein, Jersey and Ayrshire bulls. Available soon through your Semex representative, SEMEXX sexed semen lets you to take greater control of your heifer calves while reining in your herd’s genetic future. From the same great bulls that make up the Semex lineup, SEMEXX sexed semen is an unbeatable offer. Just like our conventional semen, SEMEXX sexed semen bulls...
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Rising demand for dairy in the European Union is likely to see the bloc's dairy industry lose market share in several export markets over the next decade, a Commission report says.
The EU's market share of global butter exports is set to fall from 38 per cent in 2005 to 22 per cent in 2015, according to the latest MAP report from the European Commission.
The prediction reflects an anticipated rise in demand for added value dairy products at home in the EU.
Exports from the EU are...
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Farmers who want the latest and best antibiotics to treat their dairy cows are finding themselves at odds with doctors concerned a new drug could prompt the evolution of a super-bacteria that could threaten human health. Farmers like John Vrieze are looking to the Food and Drug Administration to approve cefquinome, a powerful antibotic that could combat "shipping fever," a pneumonia-like illness commonly found in cows. "If she gets sick and needs an antibiotic, we ought to be...
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Fonterra has welcomed Government plans to increase research funding to boost agriculture.
Chairman Henry van der Heyden says Fonterra welcomes the increased research and development assistance announced in today’s Budget targeting agriculture and climate change.
“The boost to biosecurity funding is also good news as it is vital New Zealand’s all important primary sector is further protected at the border from biosecurity threats.”
He says Fonterra already committed millions of...
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Recycled plastic milk bottles perform identically to those made from virgin resin and could reduce packaging waste sent to landfill sites, according to a UK government-funded trial.
The Waste Resources Action Programme (Wrap) trial reported a 66 per cent efficiency in the recovery of high density polyethylene (HDPE), and has developed a best practice that the industry can imitate.
Wrap is a government-backed programme charged with ensuring that the UK meets EU requirements on reducing...
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The Semex Alliance is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Larmer to the position of Chief Executive Officer effective June 11, 2007. With over 23 years of experience in the bovine genetics industry, Paul brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience from his previous roles in sire procurement, genetic mating, marketing, sales and general management.
“We are very pleased to have Paul join Semex. With his exceptional leadership skills, industry knowledge, and extensive...
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Using the sugar tara gum to improve the gelling of the whey protein beta-lactoglobulin may offer industry with a more cost effective alternative to locust bean gum, suggests new research from Portugal. Locust bean has seen massive price rises on the back of a bad crop and supply chain problems, with some figures putting the increase at about 70 per cent. In order to offer industry with an alternative to this gelling agent, the researchers looked at the potential of using...
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Campina wishes to concentrate production of fresh dairy in the Netherlands in its production facilities in Rotterdam, Maasdam and Eindhoven. The co-operative dairy company intends to close its facility in Heiloo at the end of 2008. Developments in the sales of fresh dairy products are the primary drivers for concentrating production. For consumers, the Dutch market for fresh dairy, in which Campina is the largest player, is increasingly characterised by more distinctiveness and more...
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Danish group Arla Foods has started construction of a new powdered milk production plant, to expand its presence in the China's dairy sector.
The new site, situated in Hohhot, will allow the group to quadruple its output of milk powder to 30,000 tonnes annually by the time it becomes operational in summer 2008. Hohhot is located in Inner Mongolia.
The announcement comes as the company, through its joint venture with local group Mengniu, seeks to capitalise on the growing demand in the...
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With the latest BSE-positive in Canada, the National Milk Producers Federation is asking USDA to reconsider plans to open the border to Canadian cattle. In a letter to U.S. Agriculture Secretary, Mike Johanns, NMPF President Jerry Kozak questions the effectiveness of the Canadian ruminant-to-ruminant feed ban. He states allowing Canadian cattle into the United States, “Has the high probability” of introducing a BSE-infected animal. Kozak argues, “All five of the recent BSE cases could have been...
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Australian dairy leaders, facing the worst drought on record in their country, have launched an industry-wide sustainability drive to improve the sector's environmental credentials.
Most factories, including those owned by top firms like Fonterra and National Foods, plan to significantly reduce water usage over the next two years.
A range of research projects designed to reduce the dairy industry's environmental impact, and partly funded by state governments, are also underway.
The...
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Regional cheese producers are enjoying a revival in the UK, but the market as a whole is struggling to grow volumes against an unhealthy image with consumers.
Britain's cheese industry is at a crossroads, according to industry association Dairy UK, which held a sector-wide conference on the issue Tuesday.
Cheese is viewed as one of the most important added value markets for European dairy firms as they look to cut reliance on commodity products.
Continuous new product development will...
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The Semex Alliance is pleased to announce that it has selected Jessica Lutes as its 2007 Marketing Intern.
Jessica is in her third year at the University of Guelph, in the Bachelor of Arts Honours – English Program. Jessica has been extremely active on campus, serving as the assistant director for the 2006-2007 College Royal™ Ball Entertainment Program and been a member of the University of Guelph Dairy Judging Team 2005-2007. While in 4-H Jessica has been her Dufferin County Club’s top...
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Men who consume large amounts of dairy foods may increase their risk of developing Parkinson's disease, says new research. Researchers in the US made the link by analysing data on more than 57,000 men and 73,000 women compiled over nine years between 1992 and 2001. Their work, published in the May edition of the American Journal of Epidemiology, adds another twist to the dairy health debate. Women who ate dairy did not appear to significantly increase their risk of...
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As Tesco again displayed its power in the UK food chain with another profits rise, dairy group Arla Foods joined a growing list of processors to raise farmgate milk prices.
Arla UK, now owned directly by its Scandinavian parent Arla Foods, said it would pay farmers an extra one pence per litre (ppl) for their milk from this month.
The rise, which will go to members of Arla Foods Milk Partnership, is a further positive sign for UK dairy farmers this year, following growing public concern...
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Because 96 per cent of Australia is experiencing severe drought, there is a very strong market for Canadian cow embryos and semen, said an Australian dairy farmer and auctioneer
Brian Leslie was speaking at the Delta hotel on Saturday at Holstein Canada's annual convention.This is the first time the conference was held on the Island.
Leslie said there have been thousands and thousands of embryos going to Australia from Canada since the early 1990s.
"They've got an enormous influence...
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The Irish High Court has judged that the Yoplait Essence brand does not infringe on Danone's Essensis trademark, and that the French dairy giant's trademark should be revoked, as it is not a genuine market brand.
The judgement, announced after revocation proceedings were heard in the Commercial Division of the High Court in January 2007, was welcomed by Glanbia, with the Yoplait Essence range seen by as a way to increase its position in the value chain.
The company has set a target of...
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The Dairy UK Southern Processors Seminar will be held on at 11.00 am on Tuesday 24th April 2007, at the Quality Hotel in Andover, Hampshire. This seminar is for dairy processors, cheese makers, manufacturers and those considering on-farm processing. Some of the issues to be considered during the seminar are: * Topical dairy issues overviewed (Edmund Proffitt) * What else can you sell in your business? (Nick Rowe, Eaglemoss...
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