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Thursday, June 28, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Hickory Hill Dairy: Motivated & determined » In the winter of 2007, Hickory Hill Dairy was built on a greenfield site in Juda in far southern Wisconsin by Hickory and...
Thursday, June 28, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Members’ expertise drives positive change » One of the things I enjoy most about my job is being able to get out and meet with our members. DBA has been blessed...
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Tips for handling a viral Facebook post » Congratulations, your Facebook post went viral! Now the panic sinks in. This can be overwhelming. Below are tips on...
Monday, June 4, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Coming soon: Spanish newsletter » We are excited to share the first Spanish DBA newsletter in July. We understand all Spanish-speaking employees play a...
Monday, June 4, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Horsens: Animals, environment are key » In 1879, Jeff’s great-grandparents, James and Sophie, founded Horsens Homestead Farms. The generations that followed were...
Monday, June 4, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Connecting the dots: Farm to store » Ask Kelly Oudenhoven about her family’s dairy farm and you will likely hear her talk about caring for children, marveling...
Monday, June 4, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) What to expect from us during the fall election » We know the full slate of candidates who are on the ballot for the Aug. 14 primary election. The final two in each race wi...
Friday, June 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Elevating dairy’s voice » Keeping farmers on speed dial is essentially what the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) is doing to ensure the...
Thursday, May 31, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) NR 151: New standards ready to take effect » A revision to NR 151, the state’s runoff management rule, will create new targeted performance standards for manure applic...
Thursday, May 3, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Save the Date: Dairy Golf Classic presented by Mycogen Seeds » As the weather warms up, we start to feel the excitement of spring and summer activities. Tractors start working the field...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Standing up and speaking out » By Mark Ulness, Ragnar Holsteins, DBA member I was asked to participate in a National Ag Day panel discussion on Mar...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Learning curve: Digesting digesters » By Clean Fuel Partners As challenges with nutrient runoff continue to mount across the state, solutions will be soug...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Engage legislators at dairy breakfasts » It seems like winter just ended. Regardless, summer is right around the corner, which means June Dairy Month is almost her...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Six factors drive dairy profitability » By Mike Lormore, DVM,MS, MBA, director, cattle technical services, Zoetis Zoetis and Compeer Financial’s analysis of...
Friday, April 6, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Enrollment in revamped Margin Protection Program reopens » USDA announced that dairy farmers will be able to revisit their 2018 Margin Protection Program (MPP) decisions from April...
Monday, April 2, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Farmer-led success » As part of our partnership in the Dairy Strong Sustainability Alliance, DBA supports several farmer-led watershed groups a...
Monday, April 2, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) 3-D Dairy: Focusing on a positive image » Maintaining a strong image of their farm and the dairy community is a top priority for 3-D Dairy. Brothers John, Joe and B...
Monday, April 2, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Connecting with us on Facebook: Private group for DBA members » DBA is committed to keeping our members up to date on key issues that affect their businesses. We utilize print and electr...
Monday, April 2, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Local farm tours lead to international travel » Who would think that agreeing to provide a tour of your farm would lead you to another country? The Fetzers and Holt...
Monday, March 12, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Social media tip: Where to find content » Creating and find-ing content can be very challenging. Luckily in social media, we can share content from other websites a...
Thursday, March 8, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) DBA opened my eyes » When I joined DBA three years ago next month, I thought I had a pretty good understanding of dairy farming. Although...
Monday, March 5, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) CAFO shift: DATCP oversight sensible » Over the past several years, Gov. Scott Walker and the Legislature have prioritized reforming the state’s regulatory struc...
Friday, February 23, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) John Pagel was cherished friend, visionary » John Pagel Steve Witcpalek It has been a sad and...
Thursday, February 22, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Mara-Wood Farms: Building a legacy » Member Spotlight sponsored by DairyProtector Insurance Program At about 110 years old, Mara-Wood Farms shows no sign...
Thursday, February 22, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Double duty: Bringing 2 perspectives to board » Hello, everyone. As a new corporate member to the DBA board, I want you to know that I am both honored and humbled t...
Thursday, February 8, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Vote on Feb. 20: Be a voice for farmers » It seems early to say this, but it’s election season. Across the state, residents have the opportunity to vote in the s...
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Brickstead Dairy's #sustainability journey » At Brickstead Dairy in Greenleaf, Wis., the focus is on tomorrow as much as it is on today. Gene Brick and his s...
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Soaring Eagle Dairy's #sustainability journey » Wisconsin dairy farmer Julie Maurer is continuously thinking about the future of Soaring Eagle Dairy. Her focus...
Thursday, February 1, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Crave Brothers Farm #sustainability journey » Crave Brothers Farm shares its sustainability journey and how the efforts impact the family, farm and community. Tom Crave...
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Strong partnerships key to DBA success » Strong partnerships are the lifeblood of any organization. In DBA’s case, some of our partnerships help generate revenue t...
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) How to maximize your Instagram profile » Instagram can bring a lot of value to your farm or company — if you know how to take advantage of it. Instagram was...
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) DenMar Acres: Change & growth » Dennis Zirbel and his wife, Mary, started DenMar Acres in 1997 in Greenleaf with 150 cows. Their sons, Jeremy, Jeff and Je...
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Ag Day at the Capitol: Learning, speaking up » Who says nothing ever gets done at the Capitol? That was definitely not the case on Jan. 24 in Madison. About 400 peo...
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Policy radar for February » Permitting shift to DATCP: In his rural agenda, Gov. Scott Walker announced the intention to work with the Legislature to...
Wednesday, January 3, 2018 (0 Comments - view/add) Mark your calendars: Important dates for 2018 » Mark your calendars: Important dates for 2018! January: 24 » Dairy Debrief & Drinks after Ag Day at t...
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