Press Releases | Center for Dairy Excellence

March 31, 2020

‘Discover Dairy’ Shares Virtual Learning Resources with Teachers and Students

The Free Digital Resources Give Children an Inside Look at Dairy Farming With many schools transitioning to virtual learning to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), Discover Dairy has launched a virtual learning library for elementary and middle school teachers and students. Discover Dairy is an interactive, cross-curricular lesson series that meets Pennsylvania state education standards…

March 24, 2020

Contingency Planning Resources Available to PA Dairy Farmers

Dairy Producers Can Work Remotely with Industry Professionals to Create Contingency Plans The Center for Dairy Excellence is working to ensure Pennsylvania dairy farm families have contingency plans in place to protect their employees and businesses in light of the COVID-19 situation. Dairy producers who are interested in having assistance in preparing a contingency plan…

March 23, 2020

COVID-19 Guidelines Available to Pennsylvania Dairy Industry

Dairy Professionals Encouraged to Follow Recommendations to Navigate Crisis In the midst of COVID-19 (coronavirus), dairy farming and supporting agriculture businesses are considered essential and can continue to operate as normal. However, it is important that all farm businesses take the proper precautions to protect their employees and their business while conducting day-to-day operations. The…

March 16, 2020

COVID-19 Resources and Information Available to Dairy Farm Families

The Center for Dairy Excellence Launched a Library of COVID-19 Farm Resources The Center for Dairy Excellence has launched a library of farm resources to help Pennsylvania dairy farm families and small business owners navigate the COVID-19 crisis. The resources include crisis management tools, stress and wellness resources, and financial planning information. “We recognize these…

March 10, 2020

Learn About Dairy Revenue Protection During Webinar on March 25

The Monthly Webinar Will Feature Christine Brodeur as Guest Speaker On Wednesday, March 25 at noon, the Center for Dairy Excellence will welcome Christine Brodeur, Director of Dairy Farmers of America Risk Management, as a guest speaker for the monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar. The monthly update is led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager…

March 9, 2020

Dairy Industry Professionals Invited to Discuss Change Management

The Center Is Hosting Four Free Roundtable Meetings This Spring Dairy professionals who guide dairy farm families through the process of navigating change are encouraged to attend one of four upcoming roundtable discussions hosted by the Center for Dairy Excellence. The free meetings will be held in Mount Joy, Lewisburg, Chambersburg and Meadville. “As we…

March 3, 2020

Dairy Team Facilitators Invited to Continuing Education Workshop on April 15

The Workshop Is Approved for Three Hours of RACE Continuing Education Credits The Center for Dairy Excellence is hosting a continuing education workshop for professionals who facilitate dairy team discussions. The event, titled “Bridging the Gap: Maximizing Team Dynamics,” will take place on Wednesday, April 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at AgChoice Farm…

March 2, 2020

Scholarships Available for Students Pursuing Careers in Dairy

The PA Dairymen’s Association and Dairy Excellence Foundation Offer $3,000 Scholarships High school students who are pursuing an education in a dairy-related field are encouraged to apply for one of ten $3,000 scholarships made available through the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association and Center for Dairy Excellence Foundation of Pennsylvania for the 2020-21 academic year. The scholarships…

February 24, 2020

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

Brubaker, Kull, Lesher and Potts Recently Filled Open Board Positions The Center for Dairy Excellence and Dairy Excellence Foundation recently welcomed four 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 provides resources…

February 18, 2020

Review Market Fundamentals During February ‘Protecting Your Profits’ Webinar

Learn About Risk Management Options and Review Milk Production Numbers The Center for Dairy Excellence will host its monthly “Protecting Your Profits” webinar on Wednesday, February 26 at noon. Led by Zach Myers, Risk Education Manager with the Center, the webinar will help dairy producers and industry professionals review market fundamentals and upcoming risk management…