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Coalition Tells U.S. Trade Representative: Bring Back Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (339+ words) Coalition Tells U.S. Trade Representative: Bring Back Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling'American Ag Network Coalition Tells U.S. Trade Representative: Bring Back Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2026 " Yesterday, a coalition of 38 organizations sent a letter to the U.S. Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer, urging him to…...
Angus Foundation Launches New Vo-Tech Scholarship to Support Skilled Careers in the Beef Industry
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (255+ words) The Angus Foundation is expanding its support for the next generation of the beef industry with the launch of a new Vo-Tech Scholarship, which will be available beginning with the 2026 application season. The new scholarship is designed for students involved…...
North Dakota Ag Commissioner Goehring announces APUC awards funding
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (136+ words) The following received approval: FOMO 10/40 Creamery received $99,800 to hire a marketing firm for branding of their ice cream. Contact Andrew Hershey at 701-681-0116. Kate's Poperella LLC received $42,581.25 to establish a commercial kitchen for baked goods. Contact Matthew Ekren at 701-500-9525. NDSU received…...
LB 663 Just Opened a Bigger Door for Dairy in Nebraska
1+ week, 2+ day ago (345+ words) At this year's Nebraska Dairy Convention and Trade Show in West Point, a pivotal moment unfolded for the future of dairy in the state. Surrounded by producers, industry partners, and community leaders, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed LB 663 into law,…...
Midwest Dairy Announces 2026 Nebraska Dairy Ambassadors
1+ week, 3+ day ago (225+ words) West Point, Neb. " At this year's Nebraska Dairy Convention held February 24, Midwest Dairy proudly introduced the 2026 Nebraska Dairy Ambassadors. Seven outstanding students, selected through an application process for their deep interest in the dairy industry and strong communication skills, will…...
Dairy Margin Coverage: A Vital Backstop Showing Its Limits
1+ week, 3+ day ago (452+ words) Milk markets have softened over the past year. The U.S. all-milk price averaged roughly $19 per cwt in December 2025, down more than $4 since January, while butter and cheddar prices fell 47% and 28%, respectively. Lower prices have improved export competitiveness, but for many dairy…...
North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Adds, Enhances 2026 Scholarship Offerings
3+ week, 12+ hour ago (247+ words) The North Dakota Stockmen's Foundation (NDSF) is bolstering its scholarship offerings for 2026. At its last quarterly meeting, the NDSF Board of Directors voted to increase the value of six of its scholarships and add two new ones, for a total…...
U.S. Dairy Supports Launch of New Ag Coalition for USMCA
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (422+ words) U.S. Dairy Supports Launch of New Ag Coalition for USMCA'American Ag Network U.S. Dairy Supports Launch of New Ag Coalition for USMCA ARLINGTON, VA " The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) co-led today's launch of "The Agricultural Coalition…...
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy Elects New Board Executive Committee
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (213+ words) ROSEMONT, Ill. " The checkoff-founded Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy announced new board officers and members of the organization's executive committee, elected at its first meeting of the new year. The executive committee helps guide the board by advising on priorities and shaping…...
November Pork and Beef Exports Below Year-Ago Levels But Lamb Takes Huge Jump
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (348+ words) Pork exports to Mexico on record pace; already annual record for Central America "The pork export numbers continue to be impressive, with broad-based growth mostly offsetting the obstacles in China," said Dan Halstrom, USMEF president and CEO. "It was especially…...