Press Releases | Center for Dairy Excellence

March 1, 2021

Five Dairy Professionals Join Center for Dairy Excellence and Foundation Board of Directors

Rife, Frye, Opp, Longenecker, and Rep. Owlett Recently Filled Open Board Positions The Center for Dairy Excellence and Dairy Excellence Foundation recently welcomed five dairy professionals to the organizations’ Board of Directors. The Center for Dairy Excellence Board of Directors guide the work of the non-profit 501c6 organization which fosters collaboration across the industry and…

February 23, 2021

New Grant Opportunity Available to Help Enhance Cow Comfort and Dairy Farm Efficiency

The New Dairy Excellence Grants Will Help Support Dairy Improvement Projects For dairy producers who are looking to improve cow comfort, milk production per cow, or overall efficiency on their dairy farm, the Center for Dairy Excellence is opening a new Dairy Excellence Grant program. Leveraging funds provided through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, this is…

February 22, 2021

High School Students Invited to Visit Dairy Farm for Hands-On Exploration Experience

Students Can Apply to Explore Dairy Careers During the Event on April 20, 2021 High school students in eleventh and twelfth grades are invited to the Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow “Own It” Exploration Experience on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Brubaker Farms in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. In partnership with Premier Select Sires, the free day-long…

February 16, 2021

‘Protecting Your Profits’ Webinar on Feb. 24 to Share Annual Milk Production Summary

Join the Monthly Event on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 12 p.m. Via Webinar or Conference Call The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Wednesday, February 24 at 12 p.m. Held the fourth Wednesday of every month and led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center, dairy…

February 3, 2021

Hear Results of Dairy Producer Survey During Feb. 19 Webinar

Learn About PA Dairy Industry Data and Trends During Upcoming Webinar On Friday, February 19 at 12 p.m., the Center for Dairy Excellence will host a free webinar, titled “Dairy Producer Survey Results and Trends,” in partnership with the Pennsylvania State University Smeal College of Business. Dairy producers and industry representatives will hear from Zach…

February 1, 2021

Hear From Dairy Checkoff Leaders and Other Dairy Industry Experts

Register for the 2021 Virtual Dairy Summit on Feb. 8-11, 2021 Since 1984, dairy producers have paid 15 cents on every hundredweight into the Dairy Checkoff program. During the 2021 virtual Pennsylvania Dairy Summit, taking place on February 8-11, dairy producers can hear from dairy checkoff leaders who will answer questions about how they are…

January 26, 2021

Dairy Producers and Research Scientist to Share Strategies for Maximizing Components

The Panel Discussion Will Be Held on Feb. 10 During the 2021 Virtual Dairy Summit As dairy producers look to achieve maximum efficiency on their operations, Heather Dann, a research scientist at the William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, will lead a session titled “Maximizing Components to Enhance Your Bottom Line” during the 2021 virtual…

January 25, 2021

Professional Consulting Grants Available to Help Dairies Explore New Opportunities

Professional Consulting Grants Available to Help Dairies Explore New Opportunities The Center for Dairy Excellence is offering Dairy Decisions Consultant (DDC) grants to Pennsylvania dairy farms for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Leveraging funds provided through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the DDC program works to provide dairy farm families with professional consulting resources to help make…

January 18, 2021

Learn How to Manage On-Farm Family Dynamics During 2021 Virtual Dairy Summit

The 2021 Virtual Dairy Summit Will Be Held on February 8-11, 2021 Managing family business dynamics on the dairy farm can be both rewarding and challenging. As the number of partners and family stakeholders grows, the potential for interpersonal tension and problems increases. During this year’s virtual Pennsylvania Dairy Summit on February 8-11, 2021, several…

January 13, 2021

Free Animal Care Record-Keeping Books Available to Dairy Farmers and Veterinarians

The Books Will Help PA Dairy Farms Comply with National FARM Requirements The Center for Dairy Excellence is offering free copies of Animal Care Protocol Record-Keeping Books to Pennsylvania dairy producers and veterinarians. The intent is to help Pennsylvania dairy farm families comply with National FARM requirements associated with record keeping, with one book covering…